East Coast English School, Sharjah

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East Coast English School (ECES) in Khorfakkan is an Indian curricular school following the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. Established in 1992 at one of the largest beaches on the east coast of the UAE, the school caters to the educational needs of the Indian and local communities.

It is a private co-ed day school in Sharjah fulfilling the educational requirements of students from Grade I (Grade 1) to Grade X (Grade 10). The school aims to foster an environment conducive to receiving a high-quality education. Students from all backgrounds are welcomed and fully supported to attain academic excellence. The school amenities are decent and support the academic and non-academic provisions. Currently, the school has over 700 students taught by a team of 60 teachers. The teacher to student ratio at this school is 1:10 ensuring plentiful individual attention and care.

Read this comprehensive guide on East Coast English School Khorfakkan by Bayut to learn more about its educational programme, facilities, admission details and much more.

The school is located in Khorfakkan – an exclave town of Sharjah located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates. It is set on the bay of Khorfakkan and has the famous Khorfakkan beach, which is a popular tourist spot in the city.

The communities located close to the school are:

• Mirbah
• Al Qurayya
• Sakamkam

Mirbah in Fujairah is the nearest neighbouring residential community from East Coast English School. It is a family-friendly coastal community in the city with all the living amenities, such as schools, healthcare centres and supermarkets. Here, one can find many low to mid-rise apartment buildings with spacious and luxurious flats for rent and sale.

East Coast English School Khorfakkan has a spacious campus that consists of many academic and non-academic facilities. The classrooms at the campus are bright and spacious. There are well-equipped science labs that have all the apparatus for practical demonstration of scientific phenomenon. There also exists a computer lab where students can access online resources to complete their projects or learn more about the concepts taught in classrooms. The computer lab is also used to teach students basic computer skills.

East Coast English School also has an outdoor play area that is used for physical education and sports. Other facilities at the campus include a medical centre and school transportation.

East Coast English School is located near Indian Social Club in Khorfakkan, Sharjah. Those interested in visiting the school for admission or other purposes can access the school via Rugaylat Road that connects the school to the nearby communities.

Khorfakkan has a few schools providing quality education. East Coast English School is one of them providing a quality education based on the Indian Curriculum. The school follows the guidelines and requirements of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. The school also complies with the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education (MOE), UAE. CBSE is a popular Indian curriculum known internationally for its rigorous and highly structured approach. Students studying in a CBSE school have to sit the All India Examination to earn the secondary certificate. Top colleges and universities throughout the world welcome students of such schools.

It is a highly inclusive school that accepts students from all backgrounds. East Coast English School Khorfakkan has students from different nationalities making up a diverse student force. Students at a very young age learn to embrace each other. It results in a communal environment that nurtures students to be socially responsible and act as global citizens.

Another alluring feature of this school is its low teacher to student ratio. Teachers are able to pay more attention to students that help in meeting the individual needs of students. Therefore, parents living in or close to Khorfakkan are inclined to enrol their kids to East Coast English School Sharjah.

Besides academics, the school has a comprehensive extracurricular programme that prepares students to combat modern challenges. The enrichment programme by East Coast English School allows students to express their inner talent. The school arranges several extracurricular programmes to ensure that each student has the opportunity to participate in the programme of his or her choice. The school also has a house system that promotes healthy and friendly competition among students.

To minimise the spread of coronavirus, the government of UAE decided to reopen schools in August for the academic year 2021 – 2022 with safety guidelines. Similarly, keeping in mind the health and safety of students and staff members, the Ministry of Education has designed strict SOPs for schools to follow while they are open.

• No student, teacher or staff member will join the school before testing negative for COVID-19. 
• All students and teachers must get their body temperature checked in the morning before entering the school premises.
• Classrooms will be set up to accommodate reduced capacity. Student desks will be set at a safe distance (1 meter); classrooms will use physical markings to ensure desks remain in the correct locations.
• Lockers are permitted as long as physical distancing measures are not compromised and in such a way that each locker is designated to a specific student (alternated and not shared). 
• Certain play sections/areas should be closed (i.e. dress up sections, indoor soft play areas, reading corners with soft furniture). Open spaces should include furniture and equipment that is easy to clean.
• Students below 6 years (below Grade 1) are not required to wear masks. 
•  Students of Grade 1 and above, teachers and school staff members are required to bring a minimum of two (2) masks to school each day.
• Buses may run at full capacity but with safety measures in place. 
• Seating arrangements will be clearly marked out in canteen areas; no students will be permitted to sit directly adjacent or next to one another. A physical distance of 2 meters should be kept in canteen areas.
• Schools can operate a pre-selected and pre-packed lunch service, with no live cooking taking place at school. 
• School events, extracurricular activities, after-school clubs and activities are allowed with approved protocols in place.
• Schools shall resume field trips, holiday camps and sports events according to the approved protocols.
• Physical education will continue, including access to swimming pools**.**

East Coast English School Sharjah is a Primary to Secondary School in Khorfakkan. The following stages make up the educational system of the school:

ECES Sharjah follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for its education programme. In the primary stage, the school gradually increases the difficulty level for each subject. The subjects available to students are in line with the CBSE and MOE guidelines. Core subjects offered to students are:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Second Language

Other subjects include

• Arabic
• Islamic Education (for Muslims)
• UAE Social Studies

In the middle school stage, the school develops cross-curricular links and teaches complex concepts. This is to prepare students for the secondary stage. In the secondary stage, students sit the All India Examination to earn the secondary certificate.

The assessment at ECES Khorfakkan has four formative assessments and two summative assessments. The annual mark sheet for each subject includes 10% marks from each formative assessment and 30% marks from each summative assessment.

For more information, contact the school’s administration.

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) discontinues distance learning for all schools across the UAE from January 2022.

The academic year at East Coast English School starts in April and ends in March. There are three terms in an academic year:

• The first term starts in the second week of April and ends in the last week of June. This is followed by a two-month summer break in July and August.
• The second term starts in the first week of September and ends in the second week of December. Students then go on a three-week winter break that ends in the last week of December.
• The third term starts in the first week of January and ends in the fourth week of March.

The admission process at East Coast English School is based on the guidelines of the Central Board of Secondary Education. Students wishing to grant admission to any CBSE school including East Coast English School must previously study in a school following the curriculum recognised by CBSE.

To apply, fill out the form available at the school’s admission office. Please fill out the information using the correct data. The school will respond to you via the same contact information provided on the form. The school will ask you to bring your child for an assessment. The assessment can be either be written,, interview session or both. It depends upon the grade applied for. The age-grade guidelines by the school are as follows:

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

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

Admission is offered to successful candidates. Parents have to pay the required deposit by the deadline to secure a seat for their child. Failure to do so would result in the cancellation of admission. For more information, contact the team’s admission.

For information on fee structure, contact the school’s administration.

ECES Sharjah does not have any scholarship programme for its students.

East Coast English School has a transport facility for its students. The school owns a fleet of well-maintained buses with modern safety and security features, such as GPS, video surveillance and electronic attendance system.

ECES Sharjah is a day-only school. It does not offer accommodation or boarding facilities to students. Students can stay in the school after regular school hours if they are participating in after-school activities.

Those unable to reach school on time can opt for the school transport service. It is a reliable and efficient transport service that picks up and drops off students on time. Those interested in relocating to areas close to the school should read the residential communities near East Coast English School at the beginning of the guide.

East Coast English School does not arrange any holiday camps for its students. Parents can keep their children busy by enrolling them in holiday camps arranged by external providers. These camps serve as an opportunity for students to learn new things.

The school has a limited range of sports facilities available on the campus. There is an outdoor playground that is used for sports activities. The outdoor playground is shaded to protect students from the harsh heat of the sun.

Extracurricular programmes are a crucial part of the students’ life at this school. It serves as an opportunity for students to take part in non-academic activities and showcase their hidden talents. The school uses extracurricular activities to balance out the academic and non-academic facets of students’ lives.

At East Coast English School Sharjah, students can participate in academic, sports, cultural and social activities. The school houses facilitate friendly competition among students. Some popular extracurricular activities offered at this educational institute are:

The only after-school activities at this educational institute are in the form of extracurricular activities.

The school has a clinic that caters to the medical needs of students and staff. The clinic is equipped with medical resources and trained nurses and doctors.

Several modes of communication are available for teachers and parents at this school. One of the primary modes of communication is the parent-teacher meeting. In these meetings, parents and teachers discuss the progress made by students. The school has a website where one can find general information on the educational programme, admission details, school facilities and much more. The school also has designated WhatsApp groups for urgent enquiries. These groups have teachers and parents of students studying in the same classroom.

• Address: East Coast English School, Khorfakkan, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
• Telephone: +971 2 382286 and +971 5 07895271
• Email: eceskfn@gmail.com
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