Shining star international school, Abu Dhabi

Shining Star International School (SSIS) offers an Indian curriculum (CBSE) education at competitive fee levels, positioning itself as a budget school offering premium education. For the 2025–2026 academic year, annual tuition fees range from AED 8,630 for KG1 and KG2 through to AED 16,930 for Grades 11 and 12, all approved by ADEK. The school's fees are structured to be accessible while covering a comprehensive educational experience, with additional costs for books, uniform, and optional bus transport clearly itemised.

The yearly fee (tuition plus books and uniform) ranges from approximately AED 9,644 at the KG level to AED 18,388 at the senior secondary level. Tuition fees are payable in three terms, with Term 1 covering April–June, Term 2 covering September–November, and Term 3 covering December–March. A 5% discount is available for parents who make a one-time annual payment, making upfront settlement a financially attractive option.

SSIS provides a range of discount schemes including sibling discounts of up to 10% for third and subsequent children, merit-based scholarships for high-achieving students, and referral incentives for parents and teachers. Board fees (applicable to Grades IX–XII for CBSE board examinations) are charged separately and range from AED 375 to AED 900 depending on the grade. The school accepts payment by cash, card, and cheque, with post-dated cheques required for the second and third term instalments.