Grace Valley Indian School

About the school

Grace Valley Indian School (GVIS) is an international school accredited by the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates. It is located in Abu Dhabi and focuses its curricula and materials on the Indian curriculum for all educational stages.

The school was established in the UAE in 2011 by a group of educational visionaries aiming to provide a high-quality learning experience for students at all academic levels. It has received official accreditation from the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in India.

Grace Valley Indian School aims to be a distinguished institution dedicated to producing the leaders of tomorrow.

To provide high-quality education and equip students with practical life skills. We also strive to build a new generation for the community, provide life-oriented education, serve social needs, and deliver high-quality education using the latest technologies.

Strive to achieve and maintain high standards in education and pastoral care within a safe environment.

Focus on the holistic development of students through high-quality teaching and learning.

We aim to establish our place at the heart of our community locally, nationally, and internationally.

We help our students raise their aspirations and achieve their goals.

Grace Valley Indian School aims to make learning relevant and meaningful for students by providing a broad and balanced curriculum that meets all learning needs of GVIS students.

Provide a vibrant learning environment that inspires, motivates children, and encourages them to explore limitless possibilities in their pursuit of knowledge.

We seek to inspire young minds and challenge every child to identify and cultivate their unique talents by offering a wide range of extracurricular activities.

Accredited by

UAE Ministry of Education

Fees & Facilities

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Library

Science Laboratory

computer laboratory

football playground

activities classes

games playground

clinic

music room

basketball playground

Biology lab

chemistry lab

Physics lab

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Frequently asked questions

  • Comprehensive education with diverse programs, curricular, and recreational activities. The school aims to enhance student performance and develop their skills.
  • The school seeks to develop the student's personality, promoting self-confidence, self-regulation, social skills, motivation, and resilience that support success in school and beyond.
  • Provides complete educational and health care pathways for students.
  • Enhances skills that develop students' knowledge.
  • Strives to achieve a community partnership with students and parents for the students' benefit.
  • Multiple modern facilities in the school.
  • The school leadership and faculty are fully qualified to provide comprehensive educational service to students.
  • The tuition fees are reasonably priced.

  • All students must complete the detailed application form available on the school's official website.
  • You can contact the school administration via phone number or email for more details on registration criteria and admission requirements.

Required Registration Documents:

  • Student’s photo.
  • Student’s passport.
  • Student’s residence visa.
  • Student’s Emirates ID.
  • Student’s birth certificate.
  • Parents’ passports.
  • Parents’ Emirates IDs.

Registration Procedures:

  • Open the registration portal.
  • Create an account (with a username and password).
  • Use an accessible email address for quick communication.
  • Complete the online application form.
  • Submit the application.
  • Contact within 48 hours of receiving the completed form. If not contacted, please call the GVIS Admissions Office.

  • Fees can be paid in cash, by cheque, via online banking services, or by credit card.
  • Fees can be paid in advance, per term, or on a monthly basis.
  • The school fee policy is noted to comply with the policy of the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK).

  • Learning assessment is formative in nature throughout the Kindergarten and Primary stages, and it is a mix of formative and summative assessments in the Middle and Secondary stages.
  • Specific strategies are used to measure the student's progress in their knowledge.
  • The school's educational programs aim to promote value-based life skills, positive behavior, and creative thinking.
  • Our programs focus on the principles of holistic development for every child who enters our gates.
  • The curriculum aligns with the expectations of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and develops skills relevant to the international context.
  • Teaching and learning strategies are based around the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains.
  • You can inquire further about subjects and academic programs by direct contact with the administration via email.

Mixing exists at the KG level. You can inquire about the extent of separate classrooms for male and female students at the school by visiting or contacting them via email

You can view the full details of the tuition fees through the school's page on the mdares.ai platform

Please inquire about the school's awards and achievements by direct contact with the administration or via email

  • Sports Activities: Athletics, fitness games.
  • Mental Sports Activities: Relaxation.
  • Performing Arts Activities.
  • Creative Arts Activities: Drawing, coloring, clay modeling, photography.
  • Handicrafts Activities.
  • Celebrations: Student results, Holy Month of Ramadan, UAE National Day, student graduation, back-to-school, Children's Day, UAE Flag Day.
  • Joint School Activities: Debates, Recitation, Creative Writing, Mock Parliament, Chanting/Recitations, Spelling Bee Competition, Quizzes, "Little Chef" Competition.

The Indian Curriculum (CBSE)

Street 16 - Falaj Hazza - Al Dhafra Area - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Yes, transportation service is available

  • Smart Classrooms.
  • High-tech Science Labs (Chemistry, Biology, Physics).
  • Advanced ICT Lab.
  • Multi-Purpose Playground.
  • Extensive Library.
  • Well-equipped Music Room.
  • STEAM Labs.
  • School Clinic.
  • Prayer Hall.
  • School Shop.

  • The school maintains the security and safety of students throughout the school day, supporting their learning environment and providing all means of care at school.
  • Providing health, psychological, and social care for students during their school day.
  • Complete security of all school buildings with integrated and effective entry and security systems.
  • Security surveillance camera systems, devices, and other installed procedures are available to cover all school buildings and facilities.
  • A safety officer is present to ensure safety.
  • All KG classrooms are monitored using cameras, in addition to all corridors and public areas (walkways, stairs, playgrounds, libraries).
  • Monitoring of student pick-up and drop-off areas (private car and bus).
  • The school has licensed nurses to provide health care for students.

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