Darul Huda Islamic School

Darul Huda Islamic School (DHIS), established in 1988, is a private school located in Al Muwaiji, a residential district in the central part of Al Ain. The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India, and is a member of the Council of CBSE Affiliated Schools in the Middle East.

The school follows the Indian CBSE curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12. From Grade 9 onwards, students can choose between the Science and Commerce streams. Darul Huda Islamic School maintains separate classes for boys and girls, providing a structured and values-based learning environment.

With over 30 years of operation, Darul Huda Islamic School has received an “Acceptable” rating from the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). Annual tuition fees range from AED 5,240 for KG1 to AED 10,780 for Grade 12, positioning the school as an affordable CBSE option in Al Ain.

• Location: Al Muwaiji
• School fee: AED 5,240 – AED 10,780
• Curriculum: Indian CBSE curriculum
• Co-ed or segregate: Segregate
• ADEK rating: Acceptable
• Years offered: KG 1 - Grade 12

Located in the community of Al Muwaiji, Darul Huda Indian Islamic School is near several family-friendly residential areas.

• Falaj Hazzaa
• Al Mutarad, Al Ain
• Al Khibeesi

DHIS School is closest to Falaj Hazza. It has both commercial and residential properties on offer.

Families interested in moving closer to the school campus can consider:

• Apartments for rent near Darul Huda Islamic School
• Villas for rent near Darul Huda Islamic School

The Darul Huda Islamic School campus provides modern digital amenities to facilitate learning, and the on-campus facilities include the following:

Parents need to visit the campus to buy Darul Huda Islamic School’s uniform.

The school is located near the intersection of Khalid Bin Sultan Street and Saeed Bin Shakhboot Al Anwal Street. DHIS Al Muwaiji neighbours include Al Manahil Private School, Al Dhafra Private School and Baraem Private School.

With over 30 years of experience in the educational sector, Darul Huda Islamic School receives hundreds of admission applications each year. Parents prefer the school since it offers a quality and affordable education.

Similarly, the school boasts state-of-the-art facilities and has developed a diverse set of extracurricular activities for students. As a result, parents only have impressive things to say about the school. Not to mention, the management puts a lot of effort into cultivating a healthy partnership with parents.

Darul Huda Islamic School’s location falls in a moderately populated area. So kids and parents won’t face a lot of traffic-related issues.

Darul Huda Islamic School in Al Muwaiji offers primary as well as secondary education. Years offered include KG 1 until Grade 12. The curriculum is designed to suit the educational needs of students enrolled in four different sections.

The school follows the CBSE curriculum. It strives to promote a deeper understanding and respect for Indian culture and heritage. Furthermore, the school adopts some subjects from the Ministry of Education’s curriculum. As a result, children become familiar with Islamic values.

Darul Huda Islamic School curriculum has been modified at every level. Children are gradually introduced to theme-based activities, assessments, independent project works, educational trips, extracurricular activities, and teacher-specific subjects from kindergarten until secondary school.

Once your child reaches the secondary stage, they have to choose between two streams – Science and Commerce, depending on the career they want to pursue.

Subjects taught in both streams are tabulated below.

Optional subjects include Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam and Bengali. However, Arabic is compulsory for all students. Since this educational institute helps students learn and become familiar with Islamic values, Islamic Studies and Quran are mandatory for Muslim students. Students belonging to other faiths are taught Moral Education as per the UAE’s Ministry of Education guidelines.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) oversees the evaluation of both public and private schools in the capital, with the aim of strengthening the UAE’s education system for the future. Schools are assessed against six key performance standards: the quality of the curriculum, students’ work, teaching and assessment practices, students’ health, safety, guidance and support, the effectiveness of school leadership and management, and students’ personal, social development, and innovation. 

The current Darul Huda Islamic School ADEK rating is Acceptable.

Like other Indian curriculum schools in Al Ain, Darul Huda Islamic School’s academic calendar starts in April and ends in March. This calendar includes the dates for exams, results, national and Islamic holidays and other school events.

Please note that all Islamic holidays are subject to moonsighting.

Darul Huda Islamic School’s admission process starts with online registration. After completing the registration, parents must visit the school with mandatory documents within two days. The school will issue a registration confirmation slip that is stamped and signed.

Please note that failure to meet the deadline will automatically cancel your child’s registration.

Documents required to be submitted include:

• Emirates ID of the student
• Vaccination card of the student
• Previous school report of the student (if applicable)
• Transfer Certificate
• A copy of the student’s passport
• A photograph of the student
• Attested birth certificate of the student
• Required tuition fees

Students who are offered admission will be contacted via telephone or SMS. Also, they will be given a confirmation slip which they have to bring on the first day of school.

Please note that:

• Students that have been admitted to kindergarten (KG1 or KG2) or Grade 1 must submit a vaccination card that fulfils the “Childhood Immunisation Schedule” of the current HAAD Immunisation Schedule.
• Students that have been admitted to Grades 2 to 12 must submit a vaccination card that fulfils the “Childhood Immunisation Schedule” and the “School Immunisation Schedule According to Grade” of the current HAAD Immunisation Schedule.
• The school shall not refuse or withhold admission of students who do not have vaccination cards or do not meet all the requirements on their vaccination cards. It should accept them on the condition that they complete the necessary vaccinations and provide a vaccination card that meets all requirements within the school year. This shall be considered a condition for re-registration for the next school year.

DHIS reserves the right to conduct an interview or assessment of your child only to assess if they require support or reinforcement classes. The assessment or interview, however, shall not guarantee admissions.

The school follows age placement guidelines for admissions. 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).

* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)

ADEK approved Darul Huda Islamic School tuition fee is affordable. The fee structure is subject to change only after approval from ADEK.

Darul Huda Islamic School fees can be paid by cash or cheque. Tuition fees may be settled monthly (over 10 months), semi-annually, termly, or annually. Parents or sponsors opting for the monthly payment plan are required to make payments before the 10th of each month. The annual transportation fee for all classes is AED 2,625.

There is a clean cafeteria for students to buy fresh and nutritious snacks. Parents can also send healthy home-packed lunches.

The school operates well-maintained buses. These vehicles are equipped with advanced GPS, electronic attendance scanner, and a special security camera system to ensure a safe commute.

To sign up for the transportation service, parents must visit the school campus and contact the Transport Incharge. The bus service is available for children living in Al Ain and nearby areas.

Annual school transportation charges are AED 2,625 per child.

Even though the campus has premium facilities, sports is one area where Indian Darul Huda Islamic School needs to improve. Currently, you will find an open space outdoors and an indoor multi-purpose hall where students can make the most of their sporting skills.

Darul Huda Islamic School Al Muwaiji Al Ain aims to produce well-rounded students who are comfortable being a part of the global community. Children must be well-versed with various skills, knowledge, and information for this to happen.

DHIS School Al Ain has designed numerous extracurricular and co-curricular activities to sharpen students’ creative, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Field trips arranged by Darul Huda Islamic School in Al Ain are often categorised as educational or entertainment trips. By visiting museums, factories, parks, beaches and other tourist destinations, children continue their learning outside the traditional classrooms.

After-school engagement activities are conducted from 02:45 pm to 04:15 pm.

The school has an on-site clinic that complies with the regulations of HAAD. It is tended by a part-time doctor and a full-time nurse. The medical facility is equipped to treat minor injuries.

At the time of admission, the school requires an updated immunisation record of the children and their medical history.

Parents are active stakeholders and have the right to be involved in their children’s academic progress. Therefore, Darul Huda Islamic Indian School facilitates parents and sponsors at all times.

Likewise, parents play an integral role in helping the school achieve its mission by making contributions and taking part in students’ school life.

DHIS encourages open communication between parents and the school management. Parent-teacher meetings are conducted once each term to discuss the current performance of children. Other methods to foster parents’ involvement include are listed below:

• Student prospectus
• Student handbook
• Open house meetings
• School portal/SMS/Email/Calls
• Reports on child’s progress
• Opportunities for volunteering
• Parental survey
• Committee meeting
• Visiting a classroom
• Teaching group

Those who prefer traditional communication methods can use the Darul Huda Islamic School contact information provided below.

• Telephone Number: +971-3-767-7883
• Email:
  • General Enquiries: pen@dhischool.com
• Darul Huda Islamic School Website

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Where is the school located?

The school is situated in Al Muwaiji, offering easy access for families in the surrounding area.

What is the range of school fees?

Annual tuition fees range from AED 5,240 to AED 10,780, depending on the grade level.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The school follows the Indian CBSE curriculum, providing a structured and nationally recognized academic framework.

Is the school co-educational or segregated?

The school follows a segregated education system for boys and girls.

What grades does the school offer and how is it rated by ADEK?

The school caters to students from KG 1 to Grade 12 and has received an “Acceptable” rating from ADEK.