The semester, explained for The Indian High School
Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
Relevant term
Second Term 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
11
Academic calendar
Second Term 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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B
Bunking
The act of skipping a scheduled class or period to hang out in the canteen or corridors.
C
Canteen
The primary on-campus food service area where students purchase snacks and meals using cash or cards.
CEO
Chief Executive Officer, the title given to the Head Boy of the school.
COO
Chief Operating Officer, the title given to the Head Girl of the school.
I
IHSMUN
The Indian High School Model United Nations, a major annual student-led conference.
L
Light
A term used to describe something easy, chill, or not a big deal.
S
SC
The Student Council, the primary student leadership body.
Scene
A situation, often referring to drama or a specific event happening on campus.
Supervisor
The staff member in charge of discipline and logistics for a specific grade level or block.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
11 details
Block A
The primary academic building housing senior secondary classrooms and administrative offices.
Block B
Academic wing primarily used for middle school and secondary classes.
Block C
Academic wing housing various laboratories and specialized classrooms.
ERP
The online portal used by students and parents to check grades, attendance, and school circulars.
ID Card
The mandatory identification card worn on a lanyard at all times for security and attendance.
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IHS Oud Metha Canteen
Late Slip
A mandatory physical note obtained from the supervisor if a student arrives late to class.
School Bus
The extensive transport system used by the majority of students, identified by specific route numbers.
SRA
Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, the main venue for school assemblies, performances, and major events.
The Field
The central outdoor sports ground used for PE, football, and morning assemblies.
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The Book Barn Canteen
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Second Term 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
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Timezone
Asia/Dubai
Median Rent
$2,000
Cost of Living Index
120
Student Population
300,000
City Transportation
Walkability
50
Bikeability
40
Public Transit
Dubai Metro, Dubai Tram, RTA Bus network, Marine transport (abra, water bus)
Nearest Airports
Dubai International Airport (DXB), Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
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Avg Annual Temp
81°F
Avg Snowfall
0 in
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RTA Paid Parking Zone (Oud Metha/Al Garhoud)
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IHS Oud Metha Shines at STEM Racing UAE National Finals 2026
The school celebrated the outstanding achievements of its teams at the STEM Racing UAE National Finals held by ADNOC Yas in Schools.
Dubai Municipality Intensifies School Health and Safety Inspections
A wide-ranging inspection campaign was launched across 500 educational institutions, including IHS, to tighten safety standards for the new academic year.
Emergency phone alerts were issued to Dubai residents on August 18, 2026, due to regional security concerns; schools refreshed safety and evacuation drills in response.
Emergency phone alerts were issued to Dubai residents on August 18, 2026, due to regional security concerns; schools refreshed safety and evacuation drills in response.
The final day for registration for the 2026-2027 academic year across all three campuses of The Indian High Group of Schools.
Dubai Schools Games Basketball Qualifiers
October 5, 2026
All Sports Arena, Dubai
City-wide school basketball qualifiers for U11 to U17 categories; IHS students frequently participate in these inter-school competitions.
Gulf & India Counsellor Workshop 2026
October 5, 2026
Dubai, UAE
A high-profile workshop for high school counsellors from across the Gulf and India to network with international universities, relevant to IHS career guidance staff.
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