General guide — confirm on the official site
School admissions
സ്കൂൾ പ്രവേശനം
Private schools are regulated by KHDA in Dubai and ADEK in Abu Dhabi. You apply directly to the school.
Go to the official service Last updated: November 2026
This is general guidance. Fees and rules change — confirm on the official link and apply only there.
Who needs this?
Parents enrolling children in school.
Eligibility
- Children with a UAE residence visa (or applied)
- Age cut-off depends on emirate and curriculum — check the school
- Indian (CBSE/Kerala) schools start the year in April
Required documents
- Child's passport, visa and Emirates ID
- Birth certificate (attested if from India)
- Transfer certificate and report cards (attested for transfers from abroad)
- Vaccination record and photos
Step by step
- Shortlist schools on KHDA/ADEK/SPEA by rating, fees and distance
- Register on the school's website (often Oct–Jan for April start)
- Attend assessment/interview
- Pay seat deposit and submit documents
Fees
Indian-curriculum schools roughly AED 6,000–30,000 a year; others much higher. Fees are listed on KHDA
Processing time
Plan 3–6 months ahead; waiting lists are common
Online or in person
Online and in person
Where to go — useful links
Prices and timings are approximate and change — confirm on the official site before paying.
GEMS Education
Group running many Indian-curriculum schools (incl. Our Own schools).
Responsible authority
Common mistakes
- Applying late — popular schools fill quickly.
- Forgetting to attest the transfer certificate.
Related questions
Where can I see school fees?
KHDA's school finder shows every Dubai private school's approved fees, curriculum and inspection rating. Schools can't charge more than the KHDA-approved fee.
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Official sources
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