Our Own High School, Dubai

Our Own High School, Al Warqaa, educates boys aged 6 to 17, offering a complete learning journey from Grade 1 to Grade 12. Here is an overview of the stages divided into each grade:

The school mainly offers the CBSE curriculum, which is recognised in India and internationally. This syllabus emphasises a mix of academic knowledge, critical thinking, creativity, and skill development. 

Primary School (Grade1 to Grade 5)

The stage emphasises creativity, personal development, and social skills to build a strong academic and emotional foundation. The core subjects include:

Extra curriculum activities for the primary stage are:

Middle School (Grade 6 to Grade 8)

Middle school prepares students for senior school by introducing more complex concepts and offering greater academic responsibility, communication and independence. Here are the core subjects:

Extra curriculum activities for the middle stage are:

Senior School (Grade 9 to Grade 12)

Senior School focuses on specialisation, with students choosing subjects that align with their interests and future career paths. In schools like Our Own High School, Al Warqaa, the senior years prepare students for board exams and college entrance, emphasising academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and personal growth. 

The following subjects are offered in Grades 9 and Grade 10:

Grade 11 and 12 students can opt for either science or commerce stream.

Science stream subjects include:

Commerce stream subjects include:

The subjects mentioned below are for internal assessment in both streams:

The school welcomes students from diverse religious, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, with priority given to siblings of current students.

Age Criteria: Children must meet strict age requirements. Grade 1 students must be 6 years old by December 31st of the application year.

Online Enrolment: Parents must complete the online enrolment form available each October for new admissions.

Service Request Number: Parents receive a service request number upon submission, which is essential for tracking the application.

Assessment Process:

• Grade 1: Includes an interactive session with a supervisor and counsellor.
• Grade 2 and Above: Students must take an entrance exam instead of an interactive session.

All admissions are subject to approval by the KHDA. Parents will need to submit the following documents:

• 4 recent passport-size photographs of the candidate
• One recent stamp-size picture of the candidate.
• Three copies of the candidate’s Emirates ID card
• 2 copies of the candidate’s passport with a valid UAE residence visa
• 2 copies of the parents’ Emirates ID card
• 2 copies of the candidate’s latest academic record (mark sheet)
• Transfer certificate

After registering with KHDA, parents must sign the parent-school contract to complete the admission process. 

Transfer Process for Students

• Within Dubai Transfers: No attestation is required for the Transfer Certificate (TC). Parents must bring their and the student's original TC and Emirates IDs.
  
• Transfers from Other Emirates: The TC must be attested by the Ministry of Education of the respective Emirate. Parents should present the attested TC, Emirates IDs of the parent and student and previous academic records.
  
• Transfers from India: The TC must be certified by the District Education Officer or CBSE/ICSE board. It must also be attested by the Indian Consulate and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dubai.

Age Guidelines

The age guidelines followed by the school are as follows:

Note: This is based on the age on July 31 (for schools beginning in April)

The fee structure of Our Own High School, Al Warqaa, is listed below:

The other miscellaneous charges include:

The additional charges for new students are:

Additional charges, including confirmation and admission fees, are non-refundable. However, the admission fee is applied toward the annual fee for the admission year.

Our Own High School, Al Warqaa, partners with School Transportation Service LLC (STS) to provide reliable and safe transportation for students. STS is a well-known transport service provider in the UAE. Its 1,900 SMART bus fleet has advanced safety features, including an electronic attendance system, video surveillance, GPS tracking, panic buttons, and a sleeping child check.

Here is an overview of routes and charges provided in the bus service:

The school bus picks up and drops students at designated points in each area. Parents can contact STS at cce-oow@stss.ae or +971 55 2207497 to find the nearest pickup and drop-off locations.

At Our Own High School Al Warqaa, sports play a vital role in students' overall development. The school promotes physical fitness and teamwork through activities like Football, Cricket, Basketball, Badminton, Volleyball, Chess, Table Tennis, Swimming, and Athletics, with professional coaching.

Modern facilities, including 2 Basketball Courts, Cricket Nets, an Astroturf Playground, a Volleyball Court, and Running Tracks, support skill-building and participation in competitions.

• Phone no.:+971-4-280-0077  
• E-mail ID: communication_oow@gemsedu.com
• Website:  https://www.gemsoo-alwarqa.com/
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