Global Indian International School
Indian CBSE curriculum, Al Qouz First, Pre-KG–Grade 12
Latest documents: Full Inspection Report 2023–24Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24, Parent Report 2023–24Source B: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only, Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27Source C: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Overall rating
Earlier reports
Wellbeing Dubai focus area
Inclusion Dubai focus area
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Overview
The school
- Curriculum
- Indian CBSE
- Year groups
- Pre-KG–Grade 12
- Languages of instruction
- English
- Founded
- 2017
- External examinations
- CBSE Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- CBSE Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Photography & film, confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 837 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 89 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 35 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 0 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- Indian Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- KHDA gives no share. Context only, never used in results.
- Guidance counsellors
- 1 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Antony Koshy Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 3 Apr 2022, as the report prints it. The current principal is under Contact.
- Principals since 2021–22
- 1 change of principal
- Antony Koshy, 2021–22 to 2023–24 → Anita Singh Ajeet Singh, in KHDA's directory on 2026-09-18
Contact
- Address
- Al Qouz First
- Phone and email
- giis.dubai@globalindianschool.orgPrincipal: Anita Singh Ajeet Singh
- As KHDA's directory listed it on 2026-09-18. Source C: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Around the school
The map shows the streets and places around the school. The same places are counted in «Within 1 km» below.
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KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
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KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Quality
KHDA ratings in the Full Inspection Report 2023–24. Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
KHDA visits schools again from 2026–27. A full inspection gives a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not.Source KHDA, 3 June 2026 (opens in a new tab)
OverallOverall performance
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Good in 3 reports.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Good in 2 reports.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Good in 2 reports.
Checked 16 September 2026.
Ratings by phase, 2023–24KHDA rates these in each phase, with no single rating for the whole school. Phases are named as the report names them.
| Area | KG | Primary | Middle | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TeachingTeaching for effective learning | ||||
| Assessment | ||||
| CurriculumCurriculum design and implementation | ||||
| Adapting the curriculumCurriculum adaptation | ||||
| SafeguardingHealth and safety, including child protection |
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
KHDA in brief
KHDA’s own one-page summary of its 2023–24 inspection, written for parents, word for word. The full inspection report remains the reference. Source A: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only
Students’ achievement
The attainment, progress and learning skills of children in the Kindergarten (KG) are very good in English and mathematics. Across the rest of the phases, students’ attainment and progress are good in English, mathematics and science. Students’ attainment in Arabic and Islamic Education is acceptable. Students progress in these two subjects is acceptable in Islamic Education and weak in Arabic in the middle and secondary phases.
Personal and social development
Students maintain responsible and positive attitudes. They form and nurture respectful and considerate relationships with their peers and staff. They take the initiative in sports and monitor their diets responsibly. They stand out as responsible citizens in every phase. The school takes their opinions seriously, often letting their suggestions shape decisions. For example, they recommended introducing plants to improve classroom air quality and championed vegetarian menu options. They also plan and present innovative assemblies on sustainability and environmental awareness.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teachers in KG effectively build children’s skills and understanding. In other phases, teachers excel in subject knowledge and questioning in most subjects. In secondary mathematics, science, and English, teachers emphasise critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world application. However, there's inconsistency in tailoring assessments to students' varied needs in the primary and middle phases.
Wellbeing
The school advocates for safe and healthy lifestyles. Students regularly meet with the counsellor and nurse to discuss topics including nutrition, dental health, and personal hygiene. The strong relationships between staff and students underscore the school's strengths. The institution consistently provides information and guidance to promote staff wellbeing. Overall, staff satisfaction is high, fostering a positive work environment. However, teachers need to foster classroom climates where all students receive appropriate levels of support.
Inclusion
This inclusive school ensures that students achieve increasingly improved outcomes, both academically and personally. Identifying students’ barriers to learning is central to ensuring meaningful, relevant support which aids students to achieve their best. Learning support is mostly personalised allowing students to develop independence and collaboration. There are supportive partnerships with parents, particularly in Kindergarten. Parents feel involved in their children’s education.
Leadership and management
School leaders are eager and committed to enhancing the school's quality. Middle leaders are growing in expertise, overseeing curriculum reviews. The capacity to devise focused strategies to secure ongoing and sustainable gains is uneven across leadership teams. The school thrives on strong, professional relationships, fostering a harmonious environment. Together, the leadership has succeeded in creating an inclusive school where students excel in both learning and personal growth.
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Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Page 1
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
School year
6 Apr 2026 to 23 Mar 2027 · 183 school days
- Other school holidays
- 25 May 2026
- Eid al-Adha
- 26 May 2026 to 29 May 20264 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
- Islamic New Year
- 16 Jun 2026expected, subject to moon sighting
- Summer break includes Prophet’s birthday
- 6 Jul 2026 to 28 Aug 202654 days
- Other school holidays
- 9 Nov 2026 to 10 Nov 20262 days
- National Day
- 2 Dec 2026 to 3 Dec 20262 days
- Winter break includes New year’s day
- 14 Dec 2026 to 2 Jan 202720 days
- Eid al-Fitr
- 8 Mar 2027 to 11 Mar 20274 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
Public holidays are tentative and subject to official government announcements (KHDA).
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KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Academics
Attainment by subject and phase, 2023–24KHDA words for each subject in each phase.
| Subject | Foundation Stage | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education | Not in this report | ||
| Arabic | Not in this report | ||
| English | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Science |
Source Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Arabic at every school in Dubai: at least 4 lessons a week from Year 2 to Year 10 for a child of non-Arab nationality. Arab children have 4 to 6 lessons to Year 13; Muslim children also study Islamic Education.Source KHDA, Guidelines on National Mandatory Subjects, page 14 (opens in a new tab)
Subjects over the years
KHDA's words in every Full Inspection Report since 2015–16, each row and phase as the reports print them.
Subjects over the years, Global Indian International SchoolIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2021–22 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentPrimary | |||
| Islamic Education attainmentMiddle | |||
| Islamic Education attainmentSecondary | |||
| Islamic Education progressPrimary | |||
| Islamic Education progressMiddle | |||
| Islamic Education progressSecondary |
International and benchmark tests
The National Agenda section of each Full Inspection Report since 2015–16: the school's results in PISA, TIMSS, PIRLS and benchmark tests against KHDA's targets. The only results in the reports that are not an inspector's judgement.
KHDA's verdicts, 2023–24
| Aspect | Whole school | Emirati cohort |
|---|---|---|
| International and Benchmark Achievement | Not applicable | |
| Leadership: International and Emirati Achievement | Not in this report | |
| Teaching and Learning: Improving reading literacy | Not applicable | |
| Overall school standards in the National Agenda Parameter | Not in this report |
Registration requirements: Met fully
- The school exceeded its target of 547 in the 2021 Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) test with a score of 558.
- In the National Agenda Parameter benchmark tests, improvements were made from acceptable to very good in mathematics and science, and from good to outstanding in English.
- The school's most recent outcome in PIRLS indicates that at least a majority of students' reading skills were above expectations.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — meets expectations
Recognised by UAE universities?
UAE universities ask for the Ministry of Education’s equivalency of the Grade 12 certificate. For this school’s curriculum, the student needs:
- Indian: the Grade 12 and Grade 10 board certificates, with Grade 11 transcripts.
Arab students also need Arabic, and Muslim students Islamic Studies, in each of the last three years.
KHDA attests the certificate first. Ask the school which body accredits it.Source Ministry of Education, equivalency service, read 24 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
School life
Sports and activities
What the school lists on its own website and what KHDA’s inspectors mention in their reports. An activity missing here may still be offered.
Art & design
- Photography & film · photography classes
Facilities
- Swimming pool
Also mentioned: assemblies, lunchtime events, clubs, Qutuhal, Quality Circles, Kaizen
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Full Inspection Report 2021–22
Page 14
Checked 16 September 2026.
What the school offers
As the 2023–24 inspection report mentions them. Inspectors name these in passing, so this is not the school's full list: something not named here may still be offered. A line's page opens the report's sentence.
Languages besides English
- Arabic · as an additional language
External examinations
- CBSE
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- Secure systems identify students of determination. p. 4
- Plans are created to support and modify the curriculum with academic and personal targets. p. 4
- Assessment processes enable members of staff to identify and enhance provision for students with gifts and talents. p. 18
- Newly established careers guidance is benefiting older students and those needing to make career choices at Grade 12. p. 18
- Pastoral guidance counselling is a strong aspect. p. 18
- Identification of students of determination is effective through the coordinated use of a range of assessment processes. p. 19
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Fees
Tuition across 15 year groupsNote 1
AED 22,904 to AED 41,993Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Pre-KG to Grade 12, 2026–27
Tuition is the same as in 2025–26 for every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, Global Indian International School, 2026–27 compared with 2025–26
| Year group | 2026–27Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27 | 2025–26Source B: Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26 |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Stage | ||
| Pre-KG | AED 22,904 | AED 22,904 |
| KG1 | AED 24,178 | AED 24,178 |
| KG2 | AED 25,449 | AED 25,449 |
| Primary | ||
| Grade 1 | AED 26,723 | AED 26,723 |
| Grade 2 | AED 27,994 | AED 27,994 |
| Grade 3 | AED 29,268 | AED 29,268 |
| Grade 4 | AED 30,539 | AED 30,539 |
| Grade 5 | AED 31,812 | AED 31,812 |
| Grade 6 | AED 33,085 | AED 33,085 |
| Secondary | ||
| Grade 7 | AED 34,358 | AED 34,358 |
| Grade 8 | AED 35,629 | AED 35,629 |
| Grade 9 | AED 38,174 | AED 38,174 |
| Grade 10 | AED 38,174 | AED 38,174 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Grade 11 | AED 41,993 | AED 41,993 |
| Grade 12 | AED 40,769 | AED 40,769 |
Checked 16 September 2026.
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The range names the lowest and highest tuition on one Fees Fact Sheet. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Tuition for 15 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 15 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Change compares the same year group in the two fact sheets. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
What a year costs, 2026–27
Choose a year group above to see KHDA's total for it, what the school requires you to buy, and the services you can add.
Findings
8 findings in the last report: 5 strengths, 3 development points, 2 recurring across the last 3 reports.
Early years
Note 11 strength
StrengthKG
The very good start to school life in KG.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
External benchmark tests
1 strength
Strength
The school’s commitment and success in meeting the requirements and priorities of the National Agenda.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Parents and community
1 strength
Strength
The strong partnerships with parents.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
Health, safety and safeguarding
1 strength
Strength
The high quality of care and support, and the safe environment provided for students.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Islamic Education
1 strength
Strength
Students’ excellent understanding of Islamic values, their social responsibility and their awareness of environmental issues.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Arabic
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 3 of the last 3 reportsNote 2
Improve students’ achievements in Islamic Education and in Arabic as an additional language.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 11
Leadership and self-evaluation
1 development point
Development required
Enhance leadership capacity and processes to ensure that progress for all groups of students in lessons improves quickly.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 12
Teaching
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 3 of the last 3 reportsPrimary phase
Improve teaching and the development of learning skills in all subjects, particularly in the primary phase.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 13
Findings from 1 of 3 reports
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Topics follow the order of the KHDA inspection framework, not how good or bad a finding is.
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Recurring counts the school’s last 3 reports, 2021–22 to 2023–24. Findings come only from Full Inspection Reports, never from Parent Reports.
History
3 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2021–22 to 2023–24.
History of Global Indian International SchoolOverall rating by academic year, newest first
- 2026–27Inspections resume this year. No report yet.
- 2024–25 and 2025–26KHDA paused full inspections. The 2023–24 rating is still the latest. About the pause
- 2023–24Same as 2022–23Note 1Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- 2022–23Same as 2021–22Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2021–22Same as 2020–21Full Inspection Report 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)
- 2020–21First reportReport not online
- 2017–18 to 2019–20No inspection.
- Opened in 2017–18. No reports before this year.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Change compares each report with the school’s previous report. Years with no inspection are skipped, never counted as a change.
Snapshots by year
Students and staff by academic year, Global Indian International School
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 837 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 1,021 | 89 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 946 | 85 | 21% |
| 2021–22 | 616 | 43 | 30% |
| 2020–21 | 544 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 497 | Not available | Not available |
| 2018–19 | 305 | Not available | Not available |
| 2017–18 | 39 | Not available | Not available |
Not available: KHDA did not publish that figure for the year.
Sources
Every document behind this page. Official documents open on the KHDA site in a new tab.
Full Inspection Reports · PDF, English
- Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)
Not online: the 2020–21 report. The timeline takes that year’s rating from KHDA’s open data.
Parent Reports · PDF, English
A shorter summary for parents. Findings and answers use the Full Inspection Report.
Fees Fact Sheets · web page, English
KHDA school directory · web page, English
KHDA school directory 2026–27 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2024–25 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2020–21 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2019–20 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)