GIHS has all modern amenities, carefully selected, for the all-round development of children. Our extensive campus in Al Garhoud features a modern building that also incorporates energy saving measures in line with the Green Vision of Dubai. The entire campus is immaculately maintained with gardens and lawns. The school has centralized air conditioning in the corridors.
There is a large playground as well as volleyball and other game courts. The school has state-of-the-art laboratories dedicated to Physics, Science, Math, Home Science and Computer Science. The school has installed interactive whiteboards in some classrooms. GIHS is a pioneer in implementing a state-of-the-art technology known as e-software (such as Online Assignments, Progress reports, Examination and Attendance management etc) for student, parent and staff management.
The school also has a well-stocked library and every student is encouraged to read and take part in library activities. Books are available for reference as well as to borrow for reading at home. The school has introduced an e-library for students. To ensure the overall welfare of students, the school also has a canteen, activity room, book store and prayer room.
A well-equipped clinic with two doctors and two full-time nurses attend to the healthcare needs of children including monitoring of vaccinations. The clinic also takes proactive measures to inform and educate students on common illnesses.
Our modern computerized laboratory gives students access to state-of-the-art technology. Computer Science is a regular part of the syllabus from class IV onwards. The school has well-equipped laboratories to promote independent learning and experimentation through doing for students to develop their scientific skills in various subjects including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Home Science, Computer Science and Physical Education. More than 30,000 books on various subjects cater to the interests of students. The book section of the library consists of highly specialized books covering all subject areas, an excellent selection of reference periodicals, children’s story books, novels appropriate for different reading levels, magazines on current affairs and daily newspapers. An innovative computerized E-Learning system develops the reading skills of each individual student.
GIHS has leased a fleet of 19 air-conditioned vehicles that conform to the regulations and specifications of KHDA and RTA. All of our buses are well-maintained and managed by experienced drivers and support staff. All vehicles are routinely monitored for their safety features and staff members have a strong reporting structure to ensure ease of transport.
Sports form an integral part of the school routine and students are expected to participate regularly. Periods are allocated for P.T. and games. The school playground is well equipped for various games including football, basketball, badminton, volleyball and cricket. Special coaching in all these games is available after school and on Saturdays. School teams participate in Inter-School and Zonal matches. Our volleyball team, comprising both boys and girls, has been recognized as the best team in the U.A.E.
A team of committed Physical Education teachers offer students special coaching after school hours. GIHS students have won several prizes at various Emirate, Inter-Emirate and national level tournaments.
Developing interests is a key goal of a GIHS education. Students are encouraged, guided and supported as they identify, enjoy and explore their passions and develop new interests. To this end, we have various clubs that cater to a myriad of interests and specialties are meticulously designed to benefit our students for a rich academic and social life. We emphasize the importance of full engagement in school life beyond the classroom. Everyone can find joy in joining a club and the feeling that it’s a winning way as they travel through their a unique journey of self-discovery. Student leadership is the backbone of the GIHS experience. GIHS is committed to bringing out the creative abilities of our students and we actively engages them in various arts and cultural activities.
We believe that it is the duty of a good school to guide its pupils to the discovery of lifelong interests and opportunities for self-expression which are vital to the development of every human being. Each individual has at least one area in which they can excel and once that discovery is made, self-belief flourishes in every aspect of their lives.
