Sharjah has many high-quality private and international schools with a variety of curricula (British, CBSE, Australian, American etc.). These schools are popular with expats and locals alike for their facilities, ratings, and student outcomes. Below are 10 top schools in Sharjah with what they are known for + contact details when available.
1. Sharjah English School (SES)
One of the oldest private British-curriculum schools in Sharjah. Offers education from KG through A-Levels. Known for strong academics, large campus, good facilities.
- Phone: +971 6 505 6400
- Email: admissions@sharjahenglishschool.org
- Website: www.sharjahenglishschool.org
2. Delhi Private School, Sharjah (DPS Sharjah)
A large CBSE school serving many students from KG1 up to Grade 12. Known for academic rigor and extensive co-curricular programs.
- Phone: +971 6 556 2222
- Email: info@dpssharjah.com
- Website: www.dpssharjah.com
3. Australian International School, Sharjah (AIS)
Offers Australian curriculum with the option of the IB Diploma. Strong in STEM labs and international faculty. Located in Industrial Area 18.
- Phone: +971 6 558 9967
- Email: info@ais.ae
- Website: www.ais.ae
4. Sharjah Indian School
One of the largest Indian-curriculum (CBSE) schools in Sharjah. It has experienced staff and good infrastructure, with separate branches for boys and girls.
- Phone: +971 6 516 1212
- Email: info@sissharjah.com
- Website: www.sissharjah.com
5. Al Amana Private School
British curriculum school located in Al Ramla West, Sharjah. Known for good academic standards and smaller class sizes.
- Phone: +971 6 567 6783 / +971 6 567 6784
- Email: info@amanaschool.com
- Website: www.amanaschool.com
6. GEMS Millennium School Sharjah
CBSE curriculum, modern school, good reputation, good facilities, sports, labs etc.
- Website: (site listing shows “GEMS Millennium School Sharjah”)
7. Victoria International School of Sharjah (VISS)
Offers the Australian curriculum plus IB Diploma in older grades. Known for smaller class sizes and strong facilities.
- Website: viss.ae
8. Beaconhouse Al Khaleej International School (BAKIS)
Provides a mix of American & Cambridge / international curricula. Good for families wanting a breadth of programs, strong extracurriculars.
- Website: beaconhouse-azr.ac.ae
9. ASPAM Indian International School
CBSE school in Al Azra, well-suited for the Indian curriculum, with focus on academics and student discipline.
- Website: aspam.sch.ae
10. GEMS Cambridge International Private School – Sharjah
British curriculum (UK / Cambridge), good school facilities, international student community, strong academics.
Website: gemscambridgeschool-sharjah.com