The Emirates National School Sharjah

The Emirates National School Sharjah, established in 1980, is a private co-educational Indian school that follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. It serves students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and currently enrolls over 3,000 students, supported by 160 teachers and 11 teaching assistants. The school boasts a large campus with excellent facilities and offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

• Location: Al Nekhailat
• School Fee: AED 3,900 - AED 7,400
• Curriculum: CBSE
• Co-ed or Segregate: Co-education
• Years Offered: KG to Grade 12

The Emirates National School Sharjah (TENS) is situated in Al Nekhailat, a family-friendly residential community on the northern side of the Ajman-Sharjah border. Al Nekhailat is known for its vibrant lifestyle as it houses several amenities, including shopping malls, beaches, restaurants and much more. The residential communities near this school are:

• Al Sabkha
• Al Qadisiya
• Al Ghafia
• Al Mirgab

Al Sabkha is the nearest residential community to The Emirates National School Sharjah. Parents interested in relocating close to the school can also opt for Al Qadisiya or other neighbouring areas.

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The Emirates National School (TENS) features a purpose-built campus with a wide range of modern facilities designed to support students' academic and extracurricular needs. The classrooms are bright, spacious, and furnished with age-appropriate furniture to enhance the learning experience. TENS is equipped with well-maintained science laboratories, a comprehensive library, and other essential facilities that align with the CBSE curriculum. Additionally, the school offers an array of sports amenities, including an outdoor play area, gymnasium, and a football field, ensuring students have ample opportunities for physical development and recreation.

The Emirates National School Location is street No: 59, 12 Sheikh Khalid Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Street, Sharjah.

The Emirates National School Sharjah has been delivering quality education since 1980, earning reputation as one of the top Indian schools in Sharjah. With decades of experience, it has become a trusted choice for parents seeking a well-rounded education for their children. The school focuses on equipping students with essential modern skills, while developing core values such as piety, discipline, honesty, excellence, and hard work. Students are encouraged to develop not only these values but also strong reasoning and critical thinking abilities, ensuring their holistic growth.

The school's educational program follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum, which is carefully designed to stay updated and relevant to contemporary educational needs. In addition to academics, TENS incorporates a Life Skills Programme aimed at fostering lifelong personal and social skills. The school also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and crafts, providing students with opportunities to explore their interests and talents beyond the classroom.

The Emirates National School Sharjah is a K-12 school educating 3 to 18 years old students. The school splits its education system into the following stages:

TENS follows the CBSE curriculum from Kindergarten to the secondary section. Students sit for the All-India Secondary Education School Examination in the secondary stage. The textbooks from different publishers, including the National Council of Research and Training (NCERT) are used for lectures. As per the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education (MOE), Arabic is mandatory for all students and Islamic Studies is mandatory for Muslims from Grade 1 to Grade 10.

The school uses the Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation System (CCE) for assessment. It is a widely used assessment system by CBSE schools that consists of two modes of evaluation:

• Formative assessment
• Summative assessment

Formative assessment follows an activity-based system to gauge performance. It holistically assesses students' skills in a particular learning objective. Summative assessment is a more traditional assessment method to track student’s performance at the end of a term or year. Usually, the school conducts four formative assessments (two in each term) and a summative assessment at the end of each term. The educational programme for each phase of education are as follows:

Kindergarten Curriculum

In the kindergarten stage, The Emirates National School Sharjah follows the Cornerstone Curriculum. It is a thematic approach to education effective in the Early Years’ education and the primary stage. The school follows a teaching approach in which students have many opportunities to play and explore the world around them for building foundational skills. The kindergarten stage cultivates interpersonal skills, moral values and a civic sense among young learners.

In the kindergarten stage, the school splits its learning objectives into four important areas of learning:

Interpersonal Development

In this area of learning, teachers focus on developing manners, self-discipline and ethics among students. From a very early age, this helps students respect distinct cultures and individuals. They also focus on developing team-related skills with effective communication skills, including body language and gestures.

Creative Development

In this aspect of learning, teachers focus on developing students’ understanding of dance, music, art, songs and activities with coordinated movements. They also allow students to express their ideas in an art form or structured speech by expanding their imaginative skills.

Physical Development

The early years are an ideal time for the school to focus on the physical development of students. Considering the young minds of students, The Emirates National School focuses on building physical skills through outdoor activities. These include exercises, sports and tasks. The popular activities in the kindergarten stage involve LEGO blocks, play dough and soft toys.

Literacy, Language and Numeracy

Another crucial aspect of the kindergarten curriculum is language, numeracy and literature. Teachers use multiple facilities available on campus to develop reading, writing and speaking skills. It requires students to interpret, understand and pronounce shapes, alphabets, numbers and patterns.

The subjects taught to students in the kindergarten stage are:

Primary Curriculum

To offer a better learning experience to students, The Emirates National School Sharjah divides the primary stage into lower and higher primary stages.

The school gradually introduces students to formal teaching methods in the lower primary stage. Activity-centred learning is adopted for this purpose. It exposes students to many activities that cement the foundational skills developed in the kindergarten stage. Students completing Grade 2 think creatively and critically. They use logic to understand different phenomena around them.

The subjects taught to students in Grades 1 and 2 are:

From Grade 3 onwards, the school follows the CCE based assessment. It includes both scholastic and non-academic aspects of students’ learning.

From Grade 3 to Grade 6, students learn:

Middle School Curriculum

The middle school, also known as Junior School, continues to follow the CBSE curricular framework for its educational programme. The school also continues the CCE framework for formative and summative assessments. The subjects taught to students in Grade 6 to Grade 8 are:

Secondary School Curriculum

The Emirates National School continues to follow the CBSE curriculum. The CCE framework is used for internal exams. It helps in preparing students for All Indian Secondary Examinations.

The subjects offered to students in Grades 9 and 10 are:

Please note that Islamic Studies is mandatory for Muslim students.

From Grade 11 onwards, students have to select a stream to continue their education. Commerce and Science streams are the choices for students.

It is a crucial stage for students as it sets the tone for the rest of their lives. Students completing the Grade 12 education following the CBSE curriculum can either continue their education in colleges and universities or start working. The subjects available to students in the science stream are:

Whereas, students opting for the commerce stream have to study the following subjects:

In secondary school, students get access to new and exciting enrichment activities. These activities revolve around social thinking and emotional skills. Some notable enrichment activities offered to students in this phase of education are:

The academic year at The Emirates National School Sharjah starts in the first week of April and ends in the second week of March.

• The first term starts in the first week of April and ends in the first week of July. Students then go on a summer break that ends in the fourth week of August.
• The second term starts in the last week of August and ends in the second week of December. This is followed by a winter break that lasts till the last week of December.
• Classes resume right after the end of winter break and last till the second week of March.

The Emirates National School Sharjah admission process is straightforward and regulated by the CBSE board and the Ministry of Education in the UAE. Please note that the admission process for the subsequent year starts in October and ends in November.

To apply, fill out the registration and application form (available at the school) along with the following documents:

• Five recent passport-size photographs of the candidate
• Two copies of passport with valid UAE residence visa, birth certificate and Emirates ID
• Original and a copy of the previous academic record (for admission in KG2 onwards)
• Original and a copy of transfer certificate

Please note that a transfer certificate is mandatory for admission in KG2 and above. Those coming from the local schools in Sharjah only need to submit the transfer certificate within ten days of the joining date. Those applying from other emirates in the UAE have to get their certificate attested by the Ministry of Education

Those applying from outside the UAE must submit their transfer certificates within 15 days from the date of joining. Furthermore, it must be attested by the:

• Indian Consulate (in Dubai)
• Educational Authority (previous country)
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs (in the UAE)

Once the required documents are submitted, the school contacts parents to bring in their child for an assessment. The decision of granting admission depends on the performance in the assessment test, previous academic record, compliance with the CBSE and the MOE guidelines and age-grade guidelines. The age-grade guidelines followed by The Emirates National School Sharjah are as follows:

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

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

The Emirates National School Sharjah fees are not mentioned on the website. Parents can contact the admission department to get details about the fee structure.

The school does not offer a canteen/cafeteria facility on campus. Students are expected to bring packed lunches from home.

Students living in communities far from the school can opt for the school transport service. The transport service is available at a reasonable price and covers areas in Sharjah, Ajman and Dubai.

The school offers a variety of sports facilities to cater to different interests. The campus features an outdoor football field, where students can play football, rugby, and other outdoor games. Additionally, there is a well-equipped gymnasium for indoor sports activities. Younger students, particularly those in Kindergarten and Primary stages, enjoy the dedicated outdoor play area, which is a popular space for recreation. During leisure time, students also have access to indoor play areas, providing them with additional opportunities for physical activity and relaxation.

The Emirates National School Sharjah effectively balances its rigorous academic curriculum with a robust extracurricular program known as the "Life Skills Programme." This program is designed to equip students with real-world skills essential for success in the 21st century. Starting from Kindergarten, students are introduced to a variety of activities, but it is in the secondary years that the program is most comprehensive. The Life Skills Programme focuses on developing critical abilities such as team-building, critical thinking, and role-playing, empowering students to overcome modern challenges. By fostering these skills, the school helps students prepare for the complexities of modern life.

TENS achieves its purpose through school clubs and societies managed by teachers. Students are encouraged to take part in such activities during and after school timings. The programme includes activities such as excursions, competitions, interactive sessions, quizzes and much more. Some noteworthy extra-curricular activities are:

Field trips are an important extra-curricular activity at the school. It serves as an opportunity for students to experience the practical world and learn outside the walls of the classroom. The school organises picnics annually for each grade level, to national parks located in Sharjah and Dubai. Senior students are taken to IMG Worlds of Adventure Dubai.

The school has two clinics on campus, one for boys and the other for girls. There are five full-time nurses and an on-call doctor.

The Emirates National School Sharjah offers multiple communication channels for parents. The parent portal provides easy access to important information, including academic performance, news, circulars and attendance records. Additionally, parent-teacher meetings are held at the end of each term, offering a valuable opportunity for parents and teachers to discuss students' progress.

The official school website serves as an ideal resource for both current parents and prospective students, offering general information about the school. It also provides contact details, including email addresses and phone numbers for inquiries. In addition, the school maintains communication through social media platforms and WhatsApp Groups.

• Telephone: +971-6-524-2252
• Email: info@tens.ae

GENERAL INFORMATION

• The Emirates National School Sharjah Website
• The Emirates National School Sharjah Facebook
• The Emirates National School Sharjah Twitter

How many grades are there in TENS?

KG to Grade 12.

How many students are currently studying in the school?

There are over 3,000 students currently studying at Emirates National School Sharjah.

DOES THE SCHOOL FOLLOW A CO-EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM?

Yes, it is a co-educational school.

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