Our Own English High School offers a curriculum designed and developed by the National Council of Educational Research and Training, New Delhi and prepares students for the All India Secondary Schools Examination (at the end of Grade 10) and the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (at the end of Grade 12) conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India.
The curriculum is designed to ensure the all-round development of each student. A child-centric approach is utilised that promotes structured play, practical applications of knowledge and skills and regular school trips which stresses the importance of experimenting and experiencing in order to develop the total personality.
Teachers are trained to create and use programmes that make learning a joyful experience for their students, at Kindergarten. From Kindergarten through Middle School foundations in reading, creative writing, recitation, painting, EVS/science and mathematics are established and strengthened in a fun and stimulating environment, wherein the learning process is made positive and more meaningful. Emphasis is on helping students develop a growing enthusiasm towards learning, and a healthy drive to excel and achieve.
Special emphasis is also laid on the development of positive attitudes and healthy habits among the students. Students are introduced to social etiquette to develop strong moral and ethical values that will make them reliable and responsible world citizens through the teaching of Moral Science. Islamic Studies is taught to the Muslim students.
English is the language of instruction and Arabic is introduced in Grade 1 according to the UAE Ministry of Education requirements. Students are also offered the option of learning an additional language, including Hindi, Malayalam, Urdu or French.
Throughout the curriculum students are presented with opportunities to research, solve problems and make considered decisions. Besides individual study, students are encouraged to involve in group study and team work as well which encourages the development of team spirit, emulating real life situations.
After successfully completing the AISSCE, students are eligible for admissions to universities and higher education colleges anywhere in the world (subject to the conditions prescribed), as it is widely recognized by all Indian and international universities. Students find placements in professional, technical and general education courses in India and abroad as they do exceedingly well in SAT examinations.