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KHDA Inspection Report 2023-2024

5 × Outstanding

4 × Very good

CBSE | Pre-KG-Grade 4

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What Dubai's independent inspectors found here

The Indian High School Al Garhoud (IHS AGC) was rated Good overall by the KHDA's Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) in the 2023-24 inspection. The school achieved Outstanding ratings in five areas including child protection and safety and parent and community engagement. Curriculum design, international benchmark achievement (PIRLS), KG teaching and assessment and governance were all rated Very Good.

  • Student behaviour, including work ethics as well as a deep understanding and appreciation of Islamic values.
  • The curriculum provides ample opportunities for children to develop their talents.
  • Child protection arrangements and the safety of school buildings and transport is excellent.
  • The Kindergarten has been described as ‘warm and welcoming.’
  • Interactions between teachers and students are respectful and positive across all grades.
  • There is considerable focus on issues of sustainability and conservation of the environment.
  • Kindergarten learners have a very good understanding of science. Attainment and Progress in Science for KG and Primary levels are rated ‘Very Good.’ Most students understand and use scientific vocabulary well.
  • Students of determination are making good progress with personalized learning plans.
  • The school has received a ‘Very Good’ rating for KG and Primary’s learning skills.
  • Primary students taking Islamic Education are making good progress.

Ratings at a glance

Personal Development
Outstanding
Parent & Community Engagement
Outstanding
Child Protection & Safety
Outstanding
Social Responsibility
Outstanding
Islamic Values & UAE Cultural Awareness
Outstanding
Curriculum Design
Very Good
International Benchmarking
Very Good
KG Teaching & Assessment
Very Good
Governance
Very Good
Overall
Good

DSIB Highlights

The DSIB inspection report names five specific highlights that are explicit commendations recorded by independent inspectors.

The warm and nurturing classroom climate in KG that fosters children's engagement in learning.

Students' self-discipline, deep appreciation of Islamic values and excellent work ethic.

The well-balanced curriculum that meets all statutory requirements.

The child protection arrangements that are well understood by students, staff and parents.

Parents' high satisfaction with the feedback they receive on their children's progress and wellbeing.

Students are self-reliant and demonstrate high leadership skills. They are sensitive to and show genuine concern for the needs of others. Students' behaviour is a strength of the school.

DSIB 2023-24. Personal Development: Outstanding

International benchmarks and national agenda results

Following our 2023-2024 inspection, IHS Al Garhoud had very good ratings in the international assessments based on the UAE National Agenda 2021 parameters.

Registration requirements
Met fully
International & benchmark achievement
Very good
Leadership: international achievement
Good
Teaching & learning: reading literacy
Acceptable
Overall national agenda parameter
Good

The school improved its performance in the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) in 2021 and exceeded the set target. The school is in the high international benchmark bracket.

DSIB Inspection Report 2023-24. International & Benchmark Achievement: Very Good

Download full KHDA Inspection Report 2023-24