Al Saad Indian School

Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain is part of the renowned Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan network of schools in the Middle East. Established in 2014, it is the second Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan school in the UAE after Abu Dhabi campus. The school offers education from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 and follows the CBSE curriculum prescribed by the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi.

The school is committed to delivering quality, child-centred education that supports both academic excellence and holistic development. Al Saad Indian School provides learning support through a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Coordinator for students with mild learning difficulties. Regular parent engagement and structured Individualised Education Plans help ensure students are well supported within the mainstream curriculum.

Al Saad Indian School has received a “Very Good” ADEK rating, reflecting effective teaching practices and a supportive learning environment. Annual tuition fees range from approximately AED 9,085 for Pre-KG to AED 14,175 for Grade 12. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, founded in 1938, is a globally respected educational institution with schools across India and international centres in countries including the USA, UK, Australia, Portugal, and the Gulf region.

• Location: Al Bateen
• School fee: AED 9,085 – AED 14,175
• Curriculum: Indian CBSE curriculum
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-education
• ADEK rating: Very Good
• Years offered: Pre-KG - Grade 12

Al Saad Indian School Al Ain is in proximity to the following residential neighborhoods:

• Al Ghadeer
• Al Salamat
• Al Maqam
• Tawam

Al Ghadeer is a fast developing community close to the Dubai-Abu Dhabi border. The area has low-rise residential buildings and villas. Al Maqam is a small residential area in Al Ain that enjoys direct access to E-40, Abu Dhabi-Al Ain Truck Road. One can find a mix of apartments and villas for rent here. Al Salamat is to the north of Al Saad Indian School campus.

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Al Saad School has a modern, centrally air-conditioned building. Facilities available on the campus include:

Al Saad School in Al Bateen is located on 127th Street. The campus is close to the Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road and the nearest landmark is the Al Ain Equestrian Shooting and Golf Club.

Al Saad School’s vision is to prepare global citizens that contribute to the betterment of society. All students get to the opportunity to:

• Learn the basics such as numeracy, communication and literacy
• Develop an imaginative, inquiring and creative mind as well as the confidence to question and argue rationally
• Become self-motivated, independent and self-discipline
• Develop an understanding of the world and the interdependence of individuals, nations, groups and the environment
• Appreciate the sense of human achievement and aspirations
• Develop a wide range of physical skills and understand the need to adopt a healthy lifestyle

The school management ensures that the teaching methodologies are updated frequently to match the needs of children. The aim is to never overburden students with academics and assignments. Al Saad Indian School Digital campus facilitates the learning process.

Al Saad Indian School offers classes from Pre-KG to Grade 12. Years offered are divided into three sections.

The school follows the CBSE curriculum and a few subjects are incorporated as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Education, UAE.

Montessori level teaching involves various activities. SIS follows the Montessori curriculum with certain elements of EYFS. Subjects offered include:

• Action songs
• English
• Mathematics
• Story Telling
• Picture Reading/ Activities
• EVS
• Nursery Rhymes
• Music/ Dance
• Paper Folding/ Art/ Craft
• Games/ Sports

In Primary classes, the curriculum follows the NCERT guidelines. Additional activities are also incorporated to ensure holistic learning and personality development. Worksheets are used for improving learning skills. At the end of the term, students go through a comprehensive evaluation.

NCERT approved curriculum is also followed in the Middle as well as the Secondary level. Foreign languages are introduced during these stages and teaching is based on a pragmatic methodology.

Subjects offered during Primary and Secondary levels include:

• UAE Social Studies
• Mathematics
• English
• Islamic Culture
• Computer Science
• Book Review – Library
• Second Language (Hindi/ French/ Malayalam)
• Art & Craft
• Environment Studies/ Science & Technology
• Third Language (Arabic)
• Environmental Education
• Value Education/ Life Skills
• General Knowledge

Al Saad Indian Private School secured a ‘Very Good’ rating during the ADEK inspection held in the 2024–2025 academic year.

The academic year at Al Saad Indian School is divided into three terms. The first term starts in April and ends in June. The second term begins in August and ends in December while the third term runs from January to March.

To kick-start the Al Saad Indian School admission process, parents must fill the online registration form available on the school’s website. Students are shortlisted according to the availability of seats before being called for an assessment. Parents are informed regarding the admission progress through registered email. Please note that the form has to be printed before filling.

Registration fee collected at this stage is 5% of the annual tuition fee. This has to be paid once all mandatory documents are submitted. All admission-related communication takes place via emails.

To complete the registration process, parents must submit the following mandatory documents:

• Colour copy of the applicant’s passport (front page, back page and visa page)
• Colour copy of the applicant’s valid Emirates ID
• Colour copy of the applicant’s birth certificate
  • If a student is born in the UAE or any other GCC country, the birth certificate doesn’t require attestation
  • If a student is born in India and their birth certificate is in English, it should be attested by the UAE Embassy/Consulate and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abu Dhabi.
  • If the student is born in India but the certificate is NOT in English, the birth certificate should be translated by a legal translator and then attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Abu Dhabi.
• Colour copy of the last report (Except for KG1 applicants)
• Copy of the applicant’s vaccination record
• Copy of the valid insurance card
• Transfer Certificate
• Tenancy contract and copy of electricity bill
• Copy of father’s passport (first page, last page and valid visa page)
• Copy of mother’s passport (first page, last page and valid visa page)
• Copy of Emirates ID of both parents

All the details mentioned in the registration form should be correct. Any discrepancies will result in the disqualification of the candidate.

Registration confirmation does not guarantee admission
Please note that admission approval depends on the approval from the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) in the eSIS system.

The school has a certain age criteria for admission. Here’s an overview to give you a better idea:

This is based on the age of the students on 31st March (for schools beginning in April). Source: ADEK

Al Saad Indian School fee is as follows:

The above-mentioned fee can be paid in three instalments.

• The first instalment has to be paid before 1st April
• The second instalment has to be paid before 22nd June
• The third instalment has to be paid before 15th December

Please note that Al Saad Indian School fee quoted above does not include the cost of:

• Books
• Uniform
• Transportation

The tuition fee has to be paid via crossed cheques. The fee once paid is non-refundable. AED 1,000 has to be paid at the time of admission. This amount will be returned when the child leaves school. However, the original receipt has to be presented to qualify for a refund.

The late fee is AED 10 per day after the due date. The fee can be revised during the session as instructed by the Private Education Department.

The school does not have a canteen or cafeteria. Students can bring packed lunches from home.

School transport services at Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain are provided by Tareq Transport Est., a Department of Transport–approved operator. The school acts only as a coordinator between parents and the transport provider, collecting the transport form and fee for new registrations. A designated operations executive from the company is available on campus during school hours, and parents are welcome to meet them for any transport-related queries.

All school buses operate in strict compliance with regulatory authority guidelines. Drivers are fully trained and hold valid DOT-issued licences. Each bus is equipped with video surveillance systems and mobile communication to ensure student safety. For security reasons, parents are not permitted to use private transport services.

Students are expected to maintain good behaviour while using the bus service. Eating, drinking, indiscipline, or damage to the vehicle may result in suspension of transport privileges. The non-refundable transport fee is AED 3,500 per year, payable at the start of the term along with tuition fees. The bus registration form is available on the school website, and transport-related enquiries may be sent to transport@bhavansalain.com

The school organises a 30-day summer camp. Interested students can sign up and participate in art and craft, music and sports activities during the summer camp.

Students are encouraged to participate in physical activities offered at Al Saad School. There is a vast football turf on campus.

A wide range of after-school clubs and activities are planned for all age groups. Dance, Music, Arts activities are offered to children. They can choose activities as per their liking.

Al Saad Indian School also invites performers and scholars from India so children get to know more about their home country and its heritage and culture. The school is an active member of SPIC MACAY – a society that promotes Indian classical music and culture.

Students have the opportunity to write stories, poems and articles in the school magazine which is published yearly. Students are also responsible to design the cover page and other illustrations for the school magazine. The editorial board is assisted by staff members.

Local trips are organised by the school. Recent trips include visits to IMG Worlds of Adventure, Dubai and Warner Bros, Abu Dhabi. Young children visited Heritage Village Al Ain and Al Ain Fun City.

International field trips are also organised by Al Saad Indian School. Students visited New Delhi, Malaysia and Singapore as part of these ventures.

Extracurricular activities are offered after regular school hour

The school clinic is managed by a full-time nurse.

Parents should attend parent-teacher meetings to discuss their child’s progress with teachers and management. Parents can join grade-specific WhatsApp groups for updates regarding school events and important announcements.

• Telephone:
  • +971-56-790-5417
  • +971-56-333-4210
  • +971-3-7852-232
• Email: info@bhavansalain.com
• Website Al Saad Indian School Al Ain

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Where is Al Saad Indian School located?

Al Saad Indian School is located in Al Bateen, Al Ain, offering easy access for families in the surrounding areas.

What are the school fees at Al Saad Indian School?

Annual tuition fees range from AED 9,085 to AED 14,175, depending on the grade level.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The school follows the Indian CBSE curriculum, as prescribed by the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi.

Is Al Saad Indian School co-educational?

Yes, Al Saad Indian School is a co-educational institution, welcoming both boys and girls.

What grades are offered at the school?

The school offers education from Pre-KG to Grade 12 and has an ADEK rating of “Very Good.”