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A World-Class Primary School in Dubai

One of the best primary schools in Dubai, GIIS empowers students with high-quality education for their holistic growth and development.

Primary School Education in Dubai

Primary schooling is compulsory in Dubai and lasts for six years. Primary school is the first stage of formal education where students are promoted from preschool. Dubai Primary school is governed by the Ministry of Education, UAE and is very important for the overall development of students. Students in the age group of 6 to 11 years are eligible for Primary schools in Dubai. International Primary schools offer a great holistic education approach that boosts the knowledge, skills, physical and mental abilities of students. In the primary years, elementary education helps in building language, reading, writing, mathematical skills and a better perception of the other elementary level subjects.

Curricula We Offer

We have an internationally-acclaimed curriculum that gives our students excellent exposure to better learning opportunities. Recognized as the best Indian primary school in Dubai, CBSE is the leading curriculum of the school that facilitates a dynamic learning environment powered by modern methodologies paving way for knowledge and skill enhancement across all academic rigours. Secure your child's future with primary school admission at GIIS Dubai. Experience the latest curriculum, shaping young minds for innovation. Join us and pave the way for your child's success.

CBSE

Grade 1-5

Our CBSE curriculum is well-designed with innovative teaching and learning techniques that provides an excellent path for primary schooling.

CBSE Primary Programme

Central Board of Secondary Education or CBSE is a popular curriculum at Global Indian International School Dubai preferred by both local and international students. Expert faculty of this famous primary school promote fun and experiential learning across all the academic rigors. ‍

The primary school students are encouraged with exceptional reading activities, co-curricular activities to hone their inborn qualities and master new skills for their holistic growth. Students are given excellent opportunities to build their intellectual, emotional, creative capabilities and for academic growth, core subjects like English, Math and Science are taught and all this makes GIIS the best Dubai primary school.

Bilingual Programme

Why Prefer CBSE at GIIS

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Reasons to choose GIIS as a primary school

Academics and Teachers

Our expert teaching faculty with their years of experience and teaching prowess have over the years proven GIIS as the most famous primary school in Dubai. Teachers are highly proficient in their subject areas and personally assist and guide students. They are well-trained to impart teaching using modern technologies and teach in an international environment.

Spiral Learning Method

Our students are exposed to outstanding new age learning approaches at a very young age. Innovative and phenomenal methodologies like the Spiral Learning Method which is a structured way of learning and rises in the spiral shape. Students can exceptionally learn concepts in depth and get the best learning experience that makes them lifelong learners and encounter high-standards of education.

Bridge Programme

GIIS, as an outstanding international school, offers primary school admissions throughout the year and provides extensive support to students who join in the middle of the year. The dynamic Bridge Programme is an exclusive one that helps students to cope with the syllabus and be at par with their fellow students. This programme is handled by well-qualified teachers who extend complete support with the subjects and also help students to make new friends in the classroom.

Add-Ons - Value Added Programmes

We aim at giving phenomenal opportunities for students in terms of education and facilities. Excellent add on programmes help students to find the purpose of learning and add value to their lives. Amazing programmes like STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and online tool Hey Math! gives students opportunities to develop their creative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Exploring Primary School Fees in Dubai

Unlock the gateway to quality education and a promising future for your child with GIIS Dubai. Explore competitive primary school fees that ensure excellence in nurturing young minds for success.

Fee Structure Academic Year 2023-2024
Grade
Term Fee
KHDA Fee
Yearly
APR-JUNE
SEPT-DEC
JAN-MAR
I Term
II Term
III Term
PRE-KG
5,152.80
6,870.40
5,152.80
21,176
17,176
KG 1
5,505.90
7,341.20
5,505.90
22,353
18,353
KG 2
5,858.70
7,811.60
5,858.70
23,529
19,529
Fee Structure Academic Year 2023-2024
Grade
Term Fee
KHDA Fee
Yearly
APR-JUNE
SEPT-DEC
JAN-MAR
I Term
II Term
III Term
Grade 1
6,211.80
8,282.40
6,211.80
24,706
20,706
Grade 2
6,564.60
8,752.80
6,564.60
25,882
21,882
Grade 3
6,917.70
9,223.60
6,917.70
27,059
23,059
Grade 4
7,270.50
9,694.00
7,270.50
28,235
24,235
Grade 5
7,623.60
10,164.80
7,623.60
29,412
25,412
Grade 6
7,976.40
10,635.20
7,976.40
30,588
26,588
Grade 7
8,329.50
11,106.00
8,329.50
31,765
27,765
Grade 8
8,682.30
11,576.40
8,682.30
32,941
28,941
Grade 9
9,388.20
12,517.60
9,388.20
35,294
31,294
Grade 10
9,388.20
12,517.60
9,388.20
35,294
31,294
Grade 11
10,447.20
13,929.60
10,447.20
38,824
34,824
Grade 12
10,447.20
13,929.60
10,447.20
38,824
34,824
Fee Structure Academic Year 2023-2024
Transportation Fees
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Annual Fees
4,500
5,000
5,550
6,000
6,500
7,000
8,000
Term-1 (Apr - Jun)
1,350
1,500
1,650
1,800
1,950
2,100
2,400
Term-2 (Sep - Dec)
1,800
2,000
2,200
2,400
2,600
2,800
3,200
Term-3 (Jan - Mar)
1,350
1,500
1,650
1,800
1,950
2,100
2,400

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B. Registration for Transport Service

C. Payment of Fees

D. Direct Payment by Companies

E. Dishonour of Cheques

F. Invoices

G. Transport Discontinuation

H. Transport Fee Refund

J. Area Change

Parents are requested to abide by the Terms and Conditions to ensure safe and comfortable journey for their wards.

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Pre Primary

We offer the best practices of modern pre-school education

Secondary School

Focuses on the all round development of 11 to 14 year-olds

High School

We provide children with the skills and knowledge to thrive in a 21st-century society

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Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Activities

Students’ growth and success is the top priority of the leading international school GIIS. Our students are fostered in an enthusiastic environment to identify and polish their inner skills. Plethora of exceptional ECA and CCA activities are provided that bring out the winning spirit of students and facilitate outstanding physical, mental, personality, skill, and intellectual growth. This powerful platform strengthens the confidence of students to face the future competitive challenges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Primary schooling is the basic education for a student and it is mandatory in Dubai. It is the foremost education that builds the character of a child and develops social, cognitive, emotional, physical and cultural skills of the students. Primary school is important because:

● It lays a solid foundation for the personal growth of students
● Builds the confidence of students
● Fosters growth and independence in students
● Enables students with communication, reading and language skills.

The age criteria for primary school admissions at GIIS is between 5.5 to 11.5 years.

Education in Dubai is offered by private and public schools. Public school education is free of cost. Education is compulsory from 5 to 15 years of age. Private schools are regulated by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority and public schools by the Ministry of Education UAE. Schooling is divided into Kindergarten, primary school, secondary school and high school.

● Pre-Primary School- GMP         
● Primary School, Secondary School, High School – CBSE

GIIS offers scholarships for students from kindergarten to 12th standard. For primary school students, the scholarships are:

● Zayed Gandhi Merit cum Means Scholarship
● 9 GEMS Holistic Development Scholarship.

The curriculum offered for primary school students is Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).

The subjects offered are:

English, Arabic, Science, UAE Social Studies, Second Language Hindi/French, Islamic, Music, Physical Education (PE), ICT, Arts, Swimming, Dance, and Mathematics.

The value added programmes include:

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and Hey Math! an online mathematical tool.

As admissions at GIIS are open throughout the year, students who join in the middle of the year are supported by teachers and fellow students through the unique Bridge Programme.

For any academic related queries, parents can connect with the academic counselors who will guide them to the best of their knowledge as to how the student can benefit from the curriculum and what is best for them.

Primary school application forms can be downloaded or filled from the website directly.

Campus tour is an exclusive facility offered by GIIS that can be in-person or virtual. For a better campus tour experience, we encourage parents for a prior registration mentioning the time of visit, day and other details.

The term wise primary school fees for international students at GIIS includes:

● Tuition fee
● Activity fee
● Building development fee
● Student welfare fee
● School event fee
● Resource fee
● Technology fee

Counseling session is a part of the admission process. During the campus visit it is mandatory for students to undergo counseling sessions that are conducted by the professional admission counselors.

Knowledge and Human Development Authority or KHDA is the education quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, UAE. The KHDA fees is Total fees + Mandatory fees:

Total fee is- fees for 3 terms. Mandatory fee is – Books, Uniform, Application fee, Registration fee and ICT resources fee (optional).

The array of extracurricular activities offered for the physical and mental growth of primary school students are:

Basketball, Swimming, Soccer, Badminton and Karate.

Apart from the regular facilities like WIFI enabled campus, educational labs, pools, library, etc the other unique facilities offered are:

● Art Studio
● Immersion Centre
● GCIE-Robotics and Make Space
● Computer Science Labs
● Music Studio
● Auditorium
● Nikon Studios
● 75’’ touch panels in each classroom
● Inclusion Room
● Clinic and more.

For the holistic growth of students, after school sports and leisure activities like gymnastics, karate, yoga, basketball, swimming, dance, art, music, ballet, etc and workshops like robotics are provided.

Parents are considered an integral part of the GIIS fraternity and are required to actively participate in the journey of their child. Through parent-teacher meetings, forum discussions, MYGIIS portal, various events, orientation and one-on-one sessions, an effective communication is built and they are involved in the activities. Referral programme is an exclusive one that fosters the trust and partnership of parents with the school and gives them an opportunity to become involved with the school community.

Yes, transportation facility is provided to students and can be opted one or two ways as per the choice.

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Vision, Mission & Core Values

Our vision is to become a global role model for teaching and learning.

History & Milestones

Since its inception in 2002, GIIS has continued to spread quality education over 10 countries in the continent.

Dubai Campus

We are located in a community which has a vibrant presence of both Indian and local populace

Abu Dhabi Campus

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Pre Primary

We offer the best practices of modern pre-school education.

Primary School

A quick glance at our primary school programme and facilities

Secondary School

Focuses on the all round development of 11 to 14 year-olds.

High School

We provide children with the skills and knowledge to thrive in a 21st-century society.

After School Activities

Activities for students to participate in with an overall objective to hone their skills.

Holistic Education Framework

Award-winning framework for all-round student development

Extra Curricular Activities

Extra-curricular activities are those activities, often sports-based, that take place outside of the GIIS classroom

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Global Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (GCIE)

A dedicated department to nurture innovation and creative skills of students

Admission Process

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Admission Form

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Fees

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