Sharjah Public School

Established in 1975, Sharjah Public School (SPS) is a K-12, British curriculum school in Al Jazzat, Sharjah. It offers the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level and the subjects made mandatory by the Ministry of Education.

His Highness Sheikh Faisal Bin Khalid Mohammed Al Qasimi is the chairman of Sharjah Public School. Students who successfully graduate from school are awarded the High School Diploma attested by the Ministry of Education after Grade 12.

The school prides itself on providing high-quality education in a nurturing atmosphere. It employs experienced, friendly and highly-trained staff to achieve this purpose.

Read this guide by Bayut to learn more about the campus, facilities, admission process and fees of Sharjah Public School.

• Location: Al Jazzat
• School fees: AED 6,300 - AED 12,100
• Curriculum: British
• Years Offered: KG 1 until Grade 12

Sharjah Public School is in Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi Street, Al Jazzat, Sharjah. A number of family-friendly communities surround the area, such as:

• Al Azra
• Al Sabkha
• Al Ghafia
• Al Falaj
• Al Ramla East

Al Azra is a family-oriented community with mostly villas. It is set away from the city centre but allows easy commute within Sharjah. Another close by area to the school is Al Sabkha. It is part of the Al Riqa suburb from where malls and beach are reachable. Al Ghafia is between Al Azra and Al Sabkha. It is a popular area for renting villas and for its easy access to Ajman. Al Falak is a well-established neighbourhood with villas. It also has commercial centres and educational institutes.

Parents looking to move closer to Sharjah Public School can consider these properties for rent in the vicinity:

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Sharjah Public School is home to multiple state-of-the-arts facilitate to ensure all-round learning of students. Some of the amenities are:

• Library: The school has a well-stocked library with a variety of books, periodicals and papers.
• Laboratories: The school has separate laboratories for departments of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Home Science. These labs have the necessary provisions for demonstration, experimentation and project work.
• Medical Facility: SPS has a clinic that provides medical care for students and conducts regular medical check-ups.
• School Store: The school’s on-campus store provides students textbooks, stationery items and school bags. The school uniform is also available at the store.
• Computer Lab: A high-end computer lab is part of the campus.
• Art Room: The school has a dedicated art room where students can practise and develop their talents.

Sharjah Public School is on Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi Street, Al Jazzat, Sharjah.

Sharjah School is from Kindergarten 1 to Grade 12 and follows the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and AS qualifications of Cambridge University. SPS also teaches the mandatory Ministry of Education subjects of Islamic Studies, Arabic and Social Studies. Students can choose to learn Social Studies in either English or Arabic from Grades 1 through 9, then becomes mandatory to learn in English. The school also offers French as a third language.

Upon completion of their academic studies, students get the High School Diploma attested by the Ministry of Education.

Under the support and guidance of the school’s chairman His Highness Sheikh Faisal Bin Khalid Mohammed Al Qasimi, the school strives to provide its children with a top-tier education in a caring and nurturing environment.

Sharjah Public School is highly selective when it comes to its faculty– all teachers are registered by the UAE government and undergo a rigorous selection process. The teaching staff of SPS have the required skills and knowledge to encourage and instruct its students towards excellence. In addition to experienced teaching staff, the school has a pastoral care team which includes well-trained teachers, assistants, supervisors, Heads of Departments, a nurse and a doctor. Students of SPS are supported in every step of the way to develop academically, physically and socially.

Sharjah Public School is an all-through school that has classes from Kindergarten 1 to Grade 12.

Sharjah Public School offers the British Curriculum and prepares students to take IGCSE, A.S. and A-Levels examinations. Evaluations and gradings for these exams are done by Cambridge University, Britain.

Subjects made mandatory by the Ministry of Education such as Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies are taught at the school. From Grade 1 to 9, students can take Social Studies in English or Arabic. However, after Grade 9 the subject is taught in English only. French is also offered to all students a third language.

Students get their High School Diploma on completion of Grade 12 which is attested by the Ministry of Education on the following  conditions:

• Students can take minimum 5 subjects in Grade 11 and two subjects in Grade 12 with Arabic and Islamic Studies.

The list of subjects to choose from include:

The academic year at Sharjah Public School is split into three semesters and take place as follows:

• The first term starts in the last week of August and ends in the second week of December. Students go on a winter break that begins in the third week of December and ends in the last week of December.
• The second term starts in the first week of January and ends in the fourth week of March. There are two options for spring breaks. The first option is from the last week of March to the second week of April and the second option is from the last week of March to the first week of April.
• The third term starts right after the spring break and ends in the last week of June.

For more information, contact the school.

The admission process at Sharjah Public School is straightforward. Prospective parents can follow these steps to secure admission for their children in SPS:

• Fill up the admission form with the required information.
• Submit the form to the school administration.
• Parents can also approach the school directly to obtain the form.
• Ensure to keep handy the mandatory documents at the time of submission and admission.

Documents required during the admissions process:

• Original and 2 copies of the student’s passport
• Original and 2 copies of the father’s passport
• Original and 2 copy of students’ birth certificate
• Original and 1 copy of attested Transfer Certificate (TC)
• 4 Passport-size photographs
• Original and 1 copy of Statement of marks/ pass certificate
• Conduct Certificate from the previous school (admissions for Grade 7 and up)

Transfer Certificate (TC) should be attested by the following authorities:

• From Outside the UAE:
  • Education Ministry of your country
  • UAE Embassy/ Consulate in your country
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs in your country
  • Consulate General/Embassy of your country in the UAE
• From within the UAE:
  • Respective zone’s Ministry of Education

Before starting the admission process, parents must ensure that their child meets the following age placement criteria.

This is based on the age of the students on 31st March (for schools beginning in April) and 31st August (for schools beginning in September).

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

Sharjah Public School fees for each grade is mentioned here.

Sharjah Public School has a canteen that serves healthy snacks and drinks. Students are, however, encouraged to bring packed lunches from home to encourage balanced eating habits.

The school manages and operates its own fleet of buses to provide transportation for students to and from the school. These buses cover routes in both Sharjah and Ajman. Transportation fees at Sharjah Public School are:

• Sharjah: AED 2,000
• Ajman: AED 2,300

Sharjah Public School organises a summer camp where students take part in various activities such as table tennis, badminton, chess, carom, etc.

Students participate in friendly matches in football, basketball and cricket.

Sharjah Public School provides physical training in various sports to promote physical fitness and health amongst students.

Football, basketball, volleyball and cricket are played on the spacious ground of the school built mainly for this purpose. The school also organises an annual Sports Meet in January where students take part in various athletic activities and competitions.

The school conducts various co-scholastic activities and events to keep students engaged beyond textbook learning and academia. This ensures that students also learn outside the classroom and receive a forum to develop their talents and invest in their passions.

Students at the school are divided into two houses- Zayed House and Falcon House. The students from these houses take part in friendly competition during events such as their Annual Sports Day.

SPS regularly organises picnics and field trips to spots that possess educational value and are relevant to the students’ area of study at that time. All excursions are arranged and supervised by experienced teachers. Students have visited Legoland, Kidzania, Sharjah Aquarium and much more.

Sharjah Public School runs a medical facility on-campus that conducts regular health check-ups and tends to medical needs of students.

SPS firmly believes that parental engagement is pivotal in achieving academic excellence. According to SPS, education is a team effort that involves child, teacher and parent. The school, therefore, has a working relationship between parents and staff.

Sharjah Public School regularly conducts parent-teacher meetings to ensure every parent is kept updated about student’s progress as well as the school’s.

• Telephone No. : +971-6-522-1244
• Fax No. : +971-6-522-6279
• Email: shjps@emirates.net.ae
• Sharjah Public School Website
• Sharjah Public School Facebook

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What are the timings of your school?

The school day start at 07:45 am and ends at 01:30 pm As for the KG students, the school ends at 12:30 pm. Saturday and Sundays are off.

Do you conduct after-school activities?

Yes, the school offers extracurricular activities. Some of them are conducted after school hours.

How many grades are there in your school?

The school offers classes from KG1 to Grade 12.

Can you please describe the academic calendar of your school?

The school's academic calendar runs from August until June.

Can you please mention the range of the tuition fee charged by your school?

Annual tuition fees range from AED 6,300 to AED 12,100.

How do you communicate with parents?

Parent-teacher meeting is one of the major ways of contacting parents. You can also visit the school's website and social media pages to remain updated regarding new developments.

Do you have a cafeteria or a canteen on campus?

There is a canteen that serves healthy snacks and drinks.

How often does your school arrange field trips?

The school often takes students on picnic for field trips.