Global Indian International School (GIIS) Dubai
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
GIIS Dubai is a CBSE Indian international school rated 'Good' by Dubai's KHDA inspectorate, serving 70 nationalities with the GIIS '9GEMS' holistic curriculum framework. The school offers CBSE pathway alongside IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by CBSE and IBO. Annual tuition runs $5,000-$14,000 USD (true cost ~$13,000, +37% — among Dubai's higher hidden-fee profiles). Best suited to Indian-heritage families wanting accessible CBSE-with-IB option in Dubai.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Indian, IB taught at Global Indian International School (GIIS) Dubai.
- Tuition: $5,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
- 70 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-17 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: CBSE, IBO verified.
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CBSE, IBO
About Global Indian International School (GIIS) Dubai
At Global Indian International School Dubai, we empower futures with excellence in education, the CBSE Curriculum, and holistic development.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $14,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,000(+37%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,500 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 6th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
CBSE + IB option. Part of GIIS global network (Singapore HQ). Modern Abu Hail campus. KHDA Good. Affordable with IB pathway.
Indian, IB
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Abu Hail, Deira, Al Mamzar, Hor Al Anz
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
CBSE + IB option. Part of GIIS global network (Singapore HQ). Modern Abu Hail campus. KHDA Good. Affordable with IB pathway.
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