The Royal Academy Ajman

The Royal Academy Sharjah is one of the oldest and prestigious CBSE schools in Ajman. The school is on the eastern outskirts of Ajman i.e. Al Hamidiyah. It is part of the Lazer Group of School (TLG) offering quality education to students. Currently, the school has over 3,000 boys and girls following the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. It is an Indian school in Ajman known for its academic rigour and sound structure.

Majority of students at this CBSE school are Indians; however, students from over 30 other nationalities are also part of the student population. The campus has outstanding facilities that fully support its educational programme. Besides academics, the school has a comprehensive extra-curricular programme where students engage in arts, sports, music, artificial intelligence and other non-academic disciplines.

Read this guide by Bayut to learn more about the facilities, education, admission and fee details of The Royal Academy.

• Location: Al Hamidiya
• School fees: AED 3600 to AED 7500
• Curriculum: CBSE
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-education
• Years Offered: KG to Grade 12

The Royal Academy is in Al Hamidiyah – a popular residential area in the emirate of Ajman. Here, one can find both apartments and villas for rent and sale. The other nearby residential community surrounding the school are:

• Al Rawda 1
• Al Rawda 2
• Al Rawda 3

Al Rawda 1 is the nearest residential community from the school. It is a family-friendly community with flats and villas available for rent and sale at affordable prices. The easy access to several lifestyle amenities further makes it an attractive option for residents. Other options include Al Rawda 2 and Al Rawda 3 with more or less similar features and attractions. Residential options near the school are:

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The Royal Academy has a spacious and modern campus. The parking space for faculty and staff is outside the school building.  A range of facilities is available for students, including laboratories, classrooms and play areas, etc.

Classrooms

One of the pivotal features of any school is its classroom. The Royal Academy has smart classrooms equipped with technology-enhanced equipment to elevate students’ learning experience. Each classroom is equipped with computers, specialised software, listening devices, networking facilities, smart televisions, interactive whiteboards and other facilities.

School Library

Another essential feature of any school is its school library. The school library at The Royal Academy, also known as the Knowledge Village, is stocked with a plethora of books, journals, audiobooks, periodicals and other reading resources. Additionally, the school keeps updating its stock with new academic and non-academic books and reading resources.

Science Lab

The school has state-of-the-art science labs with impressive apparatus and equipment to support the CBSE curriculum. The school has specialised laboratories for physics, chemistry and biology. All the materials are readily available, stored in a safe container and handled by students under the supervision of experienced laboratories.

ICT Lab

The school also has three Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratories with computers, laptops and stable internet access. All the computers are connected to a server and new technologies are adopted within the ICT labs and classrooms to integrate technology in learning and teaching processes.

The school also has a virtual laboratory where students can practice their experiments in a simulated environment. This allows students to conduct their experiments with 100% accuracy based on computers and modern software.

Multipurpose Hall

The Royal Academy has a multi-purpose hall used for various extracurricular activities and school programmes. The multipurpose hall has a stage and lighting and sound equipment to support stage performances and inter-school activities.

Specialised Room

The academy has specialised rooms to offer the best experience to students. The first specialised room at the facility is the Investigative Centre. The Investigative Centre serves as an opportunity for the school to carry out students learning outside the classroom. The outdoor learning experience is equipped with puzzles, toys, bricks and other stimulating materials.

Besides the investigative centre, the school also has an art room and a music room to teach these skills to students.

Other Facilities

Other crucial facilities at the campus include sports facilities, kindergarten play area, medical clinic, organic garden and a prayer room. All these facilities are well-maintained and fully support the academic and non-academic needs of students.

The Royal Academy Ajman is near the Municipality Ajman in Al Hamidiyah 1 in the northern emirate of the UAE. The school is accessible through Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Street and Hamidiyah Street which connect it with the rest of the Emirate.

The Royal Academy, because of its facilities, faculty and educational programme, is known as one of the best schools in Ajman. It is one of the largest schools in Ajman that offers a K-12 programme to over 3000 students. Also, the school is known as one of the top CBSE curriculum schools in Ajman.

CBSE is one of the top Indian curricula accepted throughout the world. The curriculum is known for its academic rigour and structured approach to learning. Thus, students completing their education from this school have sound academic knowledge and skills. They are accepted in top colleges and universities across the world.

A range of academic and non-academic facilities at the Royal Academy ensure students get a plethora of opportunities. From smart classrooms to spacious playgrounds and sports facilities, the school covers it all for students. Also, the technology available at the campus supports the cause of the school.

The fee structure of the Royal Academy is another plus point. It charges a nominal tuition fee lower than many top schools in the UAE.

Another appealing feature of this educational institute is its multicultural and diverse community. Despite being an Indian curricular school, the school has over 30 nationalities studying together. Majority of the students are Indian but the presence of other students offers an inclusive and diverse environment to students.

The Royal Academy is a K-12 school catering to the educational needs of students aged 4 to 18 years old. The phases of education at this school are:

The Royal Academy Ajman follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for its education programme. The medium of instruction for this curriculum is English and students sit for external board examinations in Grade 10 and Grade 12. As per the instructions of MOE, the school teaches Arabic and Islamic Studies as additional subjects. Additionally, the following subjects are available as the second language:

The specifics of the curriculum for each phase of education are as follows:

Kindergarten Curriculum

In the kindergarten stage, the school follows the popular early learning curriculum practised around the world. The school indigenously modified the curriculum to enhance the learning experience of young students as per the values of the school. The syllabus is based around age-appropriate learning outcomes focusing on building learning skills. The core elements of the kindergarten curriculum at the Royal Academy are:

• Numeracy
• Literacy
• Discover and Innovation
• Art
• Health Education

Primary Curriculum

In the primary stage, the curriculum takes forward the foundations laid in the kindergarten stage and introduces students to formal teaching methods. The school smoothly transforms students from a playful learning experience into a formal learning environment through the meticulously planned curriculum. The subjects taught to students in primary school are:

Please note that the Moral Education is delivered as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Education, UAE.

After completing Grade 5, students have acquired the necessary skills to enter the next stage of education i.e. Middle School. At this stage, the school expects students to have essential social skills, age-appropriate numeracy and literacy skills, independent learning ability and scientific knowledge.

For more information, check out the curricular overview of the primary school at The Royal Academy.

Middle School Curriculum

The Royal Academy considers the middle school as the stage to prepare students for the academic rigour and challenges of the secondary and senior secondary education. On clearing each stage, students are exposed to a new set of challenges, all contributing to the development of essential skills for the subsequent phases of education. This stage consists of Grade 6 to Grade 8. During this period of three years, The Royal Academy focuses on building critical thinking and analytical skills of students.

Students take part in a range of curricular and non-curricular activities resulting in gaining competitive skills in an open and collaborative learning environment. The subjects that are part of the syllabus for the middle school stage are:

Please note that Moral Education is taught as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Education, UAE.

For more information, check out the middle stage curriculum on the school’s official website.

Secondary Stage Curriculum

After completing the middle school phase, students enter the secondary stage (Grade 9 and Grade 10). Students sit an external examination in Grade 10 to earn a certificate issued by the Central Board of Secondary Education. The textbooks and syllabus are based on the NCERT guidelines that are accepted throughout the world. Additionally, the school offers extra support to students in Grade 10.

After clearing the All India Secondary School Examination, students advance to the Senior Secondary Stage. The details for the secondary curriculum is available on the school’s official website.

Senior Secondary Stage Curriculum

In the senior secondary stage, the school supports students in choosing the appropriate career path for its students. These two years of education are dedicated to an in-depth understanding of career opportunities in the world. The school has two career paths available for students, which are as follows:

• Science Stream
• Commerce Stream

Students opting for science stream can choose for career paths such as engineering and MBBS in the later phases of education. The subjects available to students in this stream are:

Please note that students have to choose between Biology and Computer Science.

Those opting for the commerce stream study:

For more information, read the curricular overview of the senior secondary stage by The Royal Academy.

The academic year of The Royal Academy starts in April and ends in March.

• The first term starts in April and ends in June. After the first term, students go on a summer break in July and August.
• The second term starts in September and ends in mid of December. This is followed by a three-week winter break in December.
• The third term starts in January and ends in March.

Currently, the school is accepting applications for admissions in KG1 to Grade 9. Parents can get the school’s prospectus from the admission department. The Royal Academy follows the first-come-first-serve policy for admission.

Start the admission process by submitting the online application form available on the school’s website. The basic guidelines for filling out the admission form is also available with the form. Please provide authentic information while filling out the application. The school reserves the right to cancel the admission on false information.

The following documents are required with the application form:

• Birth certificate (attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Embassy in the country of origin)
• A copy of the candidate’s passport
• A copy of the sponsor’s passport with valid UAE residence visa
• Two recent passport size photographs
• Vaccination record
• Previous school report
• Original transfer certificate (in English or Arabic)
• A copy of the candidate’s vaccination card
• Good conduct certificate (for admission in Grade 1 to Grade 9)
• Utility bill or map showing current residence (for those opting for school transport service)

The age-grade guideline is as follows:

This is based on the age of the students on 31st July(for schools beginning in April). Source: KHDA

* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age.

Parents have to pay the registration fee along with the required documents and the application form for the entrance test. Students clearing the entrance test are called for the diagnostic test. The diagnostic test is usually carried out after two days of the entrance test. Candidates who successfully pass the diagnostic test are offered admission. Parents need to pay the required deposit within the deadline to secure the seat.

For more information, read the admission process of The Royal Academy.

The Royal Academy Ajman charges a nominal tuition fee for its education programme. The fee structure is as follows:

Parents need to pay the tuition fee using the following banking details:

• Bank: Abu Dhabi Commercial (ADC) Bank
• Branch: Ajman
• Account Title: ROYAL ACADEMY PRIVATE SCHOOL LLC
• Account Number: 970562124001
• IBAN: AE430030000970562124001

Royal Academy has a canteen that offers a range of healthy and nutritious snacks and beverages at affordable prices. The canteen is accessible to students during the snacks and lunch breaks. Students can choose from a variety of hot and cold food items prepared in a home-like environment with fresh and healthy raw materials. The canteen follows the health policy issued by the school and the government of the UAE.

The school provides bus service to its students and has a fleet of well-maintained fully air-conditioned buses with modern safety equipment.

Students living in Ajman, Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain can use the school transport service.

Students’ safety is paramount to the leadership and management of the Royal Academy. To ensure the highest quality standards, the academy has employed well-trained drivers and conductors. They follow the rules and regulations laid by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), traffic department and the Ministry of Education.

The Royal Academy has a plethora of sports facilities to support the physical and mental fitness of students. The school has two sports fields where students can play football, badminton, throwball, basketball and other popular sports. There also exists a facility for indoor games and activities.

Not only this, students are given opportunities to participate in outdoor sports clubs, including Al Hamiriya Sports Club, Sharjah Football Club and Ajman Football Club. Additionally, the school has a fully-fledged kindergarten play area with dedicated sand and water play areas for kids.

Extra-curricular activities are a crucial part of the life of students at the Royal Academy. The school offers numerous opportunities for students to participate in many activities ranging from sports to charity.

One of the popular extra-curricular activities at this academy in Ajman is Spartans. Spartans is the annual sports competition of The Royal Academy. Students in different phases of education participate in age-appropriate sports activities. Winners are given certificates and trophies for their accomplishments. Other popular non-academic activities at this school are:

The school also arranges field trips for its students. One of the popular field trips arranged by was the trip to Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi. It is a Ferrari-themed amusement park where students enjoyed participating in different activities. Similarly, students are also taken to other recreational and fun-filled spots, such as Dubai Aquarium, Burj Khalifa and Kidzania.

The school offers an after-school care programme to its students in the form of extra-curricular activities.

The school has two well-equipped health clinics on the campus to provide medical assistance to students and staff in medical emergencies. The clinics are run by experienced full-time doctors and nurses. The clinics carry out regular examinations and medical records of students.

The school clinics also organise health awareness programmes to motivate students to live a healthy and active life.

The Royal Academy Ajman considers clear and transparent communication with parents vital for its success. To ensure a positive relationship with parents, the school offers several modes of communications.

The school has a monthly parent forum where parents can share their ideas and concerns with the school’s administration. It also arranges parent-teacher meetings and open houses to allow teachers and parents to share the progress made by students.

There also exists a monthly newsletter on the school website where the school shares the latest developments, new activities and other relevant information with parents and the wider community.

The official school website and social media profiles also allow parents and the wider community to access image galleries of recent school events and news. Parents can also contact the school by submitting the online contact us form with their query.

• Address: Near Municipality Ajman, Al Hamidiya 1, Ajman, UAE
• Telephone: +971 6749 4449
• Email: contactus@royalacademyajman.com
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What are the timings of the school?

7 am to 2 pm

Do you conduct after-school activities?

The school offers after-school activities to students.

How many grades are there in the school?

The Royal Academy is from KG to Grade 12.  

Does your school follow a co-education model?

Yes, the school has a co-education model.

How many students are currently studying in the school? How many nationalities are represented?

The school has almost 3,000 students of 36 different nationalities.

Please describe the academic calendar of the school.

The academic year of The Royal Academy begins in April and ends in March.

Please mention the range of the tuition fee charged by the school.

The annual fee ranges from AED 3600 to AED 7500.

How does The Royal Academy Ajman communicate with parents?

Parents are invited over for monthly parent forum and periodical parent-teacher meeting. The school also published monthly newsletters on the school website. Parents can also check the social media platforms and the school website.

Does the school have a cafeteria or a canteen on campus?

There is a canteen in the school that offers healthy snacks and beverages to students.

How often does the school arrange field trips?

The school arranges field trips for students every year.