
Indian School Al Ain
Secular, Founded 1977
Updated July 2026
Indian School Al Ain is a long-established, full-fledged Senior Secondary School in Al Ain, UAE, providing education from Kindergarten to Grade XII. Affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, the school is recognized by the Abu Dhabi Education Council and has served the community since 1977.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is committed to providing an education for excellence, focusing on the harmonious physical, mental, social, and emotional development of each child. It aims to create a safe, secure, and respectful environment that encourages students to become motivated, confident, and competitive learners. The institution is guided by values of integrity, perseverance, and respect.
Programmes
The school follows the CBSE curriculum from Grade 1 to Grade 12, while the Kindergarten section utilizes an amalgamated approach based on Montessori and traditional kindergarten methods. The medium of instruction is English, with Arabic taught as a compulsory subject from KG1 to Grade 12. Additional language offerings include Hindi and Malayalam, and the curriculum incorporates Islamic Studies for Muslim students and Moral Education for others.
Outcomes
The school has a long-standing history of academic excellence, having served over 10,000 students since its establishment in 1977. It serves as a CBSE examination centre and prepares students for success in the 21st century, with a focus on producing productive citizens and effective leaders.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains an inclusion department, led by a Head of Inclusion and supported by inclusion teachers, to provide necessary educational support. A social worker is also available to assist with student welfare and development.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Indian School Al Ain offer?
- Indian School Al Ain offers CBSE (India).
- Is Indian School Al Ain co-educational?
- Indian School Al Ain is a co-ed school.
- Where is Indian School Al Ain located?
- Indian School Al Ain is an international school in Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through its administrative office. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the school directly for enrollment procedures and requirements.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic year, with information regarding specific terms and examination schedules provided through the school's internal communications and annual reports. The school maintains a non-detention policy for pre-primary classes.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features multiple blocks housing classrooms, laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, and Mathematics, and a spacious library with over 21,000 volumes. Additional amenities include a school store for books and uniforms, a canteen, prayer rooms, and a medical clinic staffed by HAAD-licensed nurses. The school operates a fleet of air-conditioned buses to provide transportation for students across different areas.
Co-curriculars
The school places significant emphasis on co-curricular activities, which are considered as important as academic pursuits. Students participate in a variety of cultural and extra-curricular activities, supported by a student council, prefects, and volunteers to foster leadership skills. The school also hosts events such as inter-school sports competitions and reading contests.



- MINI NAIR CHITTADE KELAN KANDATHPrincipal
- SHIRLEY GEORGEVice Principal
- VASU PENNERUVice Principal
- CELINA CECIL PEREIRAHeadmistress Pre Primary Section
- HAREESH SANKAR PAKARATHHead of Inclusion
- MOHAMED IQBAL AHMED ABDUL KHUDDUSAdministration Manager
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