Overview
At Dhruv Global School, Dubai (Grade 1 to Grade 5), where curiosity meets character, learning is more than lessons—it’s a journey of discovery, creativity, and holistic growth, empowering every young learner to think confidently, act compassionately, and thrive as a lifelong learner in a global world.
Rooted in holistic wellness and universal Yogic principles, our curriculum nurtures the mind, body, and character, while celebrating Dubai’s multicultural environment and fostering global citizenship.
Our Primary programme blends academic rigor, experiential learning, and socio-emotional development, ensuring students emerge as critical thinkers, innovative problem-solvers, and socially responsible global citizens, fully prepared for success in higher grades and life beyond school.
Curriculum Overview
Academic Framework
A strong foundation for a lifetime of learning—our Academic Framework seamlessly bridges early childhood to Primary, nurturing curiosity, confidence, and holistic growth in every child.
Our Primary curriculum ensures a smooth transition from KG to Primary, supporting each child’s academic, personal, and social development.
Foundational & Preparatory Stages
- Grades 1–2 (Foundational Stage): Focus on fluency in literacy and numeracy, cognitive skill development, and curiosity-driven learning through play-based, inquiryled approaches.
- Grades 3–5 (Preparatory Stage): Emphasis on conceptual clarity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning, enhanced with interdisciplinary projects and experiential learning.
Strengths of Our Academic Framework
- CBSE-Aligned Excellence: Solid foundations in literacy, numeracy, science, and social studies, enriched with inquiry, reflection, and practical application
- Holistic Growth: Integration of mindful awareness, balance and resilience, empathy and compassion, integrity and ethical thinking, and perseverance across teaching, learning, and school culture
- Global & Inclusive: Designed for a multicultural student body, promoting collaboration, cross-cultural understanding, and global awareness
- Experiential & Integrated: Hands-on activities, technology integration, and interdisciplinary thematic projects (IDTPs) make learning engaging, practical, and meaningful
- 21st-Century Skills: Communication, creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence are nurtured consistently
Subject Integration
Where knowledge connects and curiosity thrives—our Subject Integration empowers students to explore, link, and apply learning across disciplines.
Subjects Offered
- Islamic Studies / Value Education – Nurturing ethical and moral foundations
- Arabic – Language proficiency and cultural awarenes
- Moral, Social, and Cultural Studies (MSCS) – Building empathy, responsibility, and social understanding
- Indian Social Studies (from Grade 3 onwards) – Historical, geographical, and civic knowledge
- Hindi / French – Strengthening multilingual skills
- Information Practices, Robotics & AI – Fostering coding, computational thinking, and innovation
- Physical Education – Promoting fitness, teamwork, and a healthy lifestyle
- Music, Dance, Art & Craft – Unlocking creativity and self-expression
- Swimming – Building confidence, discipline, and coordination
Interdisciplinary & STEM Learning
- IDTP Projects: Students engage in interdisciplinary thematic projects, applying knowledge across subjects to solve real-world challenges.
- STEM Integration: Inquiry, experimentation, and innovation are woven across learning experiences, developing analytical and technological skills
Skill Development
Building the leaders of tomorrow—our Skill Development approach equips students with critical thinking, creativity, digital fluency, and emotional intelligence at every step.
- Academic & Cognitive Skills: Critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and digital literacy using Achieve 3000, Rosens Level Up, Islamic Treasures, and 3asafeer
- Socio-Emotional Growth: Through the Positive Education Enhanced Curriculum (PEEC), mindfulness, and collaborative learning, students build resilience, empathy, and emotional intelligence
- Values & Character: Students cultivate mindful, balanced, resilient, and ethically responsible traits, shaping strong character and global citizenship
- Community Engagement: Plantation drives and service projects nurture responsibility, awareness, and active citizenship
Learning is inquiry-based, project-oriented, and digitally enriched, ensuring every student applies knowledge creatively and meaningfully.
Co-Scholastic Enrichment
Beyond the classroom—our Co-Scholastic Enrichment sparks creativity, nurtures well-being, and cultivates talents that shape well-rounded, confident individuals.
- Creative & Performing Arts: Art & Craft, Music, Dance, Yoga, Swimming
- Library & Literacy: Special library periods to enhance reading skills and foster a love for books
- Digital Awareness: Integration of curated digital content develops smart, conscious, and responsible digital learners
- Experiential Learning: Educational trips, co-curricular challenges, and school-wide events bring learning to life
- Well-Being & Mindfulness: Daily mindfulness practices and assemblies promote emotional balance and self-awareness
- Values Integration: Universal Yogic and Islamic principles guide everyday learning, nurturing future leaders with ethics and vision
Assessment & Growth
Measuring growth, not just grades—our Assessment & Growth framework ensures academic excellence, emotional resilience, and lifelong learning through innovative, holistic evaluation.
- Formative & Summative Assessments: Regular classroom checks, two periodic and two summative assessments annually
- Project & Skill-Based Evaluation: Including IDTPs, practical applications, and interdisciplinary projects
- Digital & Gamified Assessments: Using Achieve 3000, Rosens Level Up, Islamic Treasures, and 3asafeer
- External Benchmarking: Participation in EARN, ASSET, ABT, and PIRLS to gauge learning outcomes and growth
- Holistic Monitoring: Attendance, punctuality, and socio-emotional development are tracked alongside academic progress
This integrated approach ensures students develop academic excellence, ethical character, emotional resilience, and global readiness, fully prepared to thrive in a multicultural, dynamic world.
Scholastic & Co-Scholastic Subjects
| Scholastic | Co-Scholastic |
|---|---|
| English | ICT (Information and Communication Technology) |
| Maths | Art |
| Science | Dance |
| Hindi | Music |
| French | Physical Education |
| Arabic | Yoga |
| Islamic Education / Value Education | Swimming |
| MSCS (Moral, Social, and Cultural Studies)- UAE Social Studies & Moral Education | Basketball |
| Indian Social Studies (Grade 3 onwards) | Badminton |
| -- | Football |