GEMS Al Khaleej International School

The school promotes a balance between Islamic values, cultural heritage, and 21st-century learning skills. It operates under a culture of integrity that supports academic success and aims to educate the next generation of international leaders. The curriculum is infused with social justice themes to develop global students who are prepared for future challenges.

The school offers an American curriculum from Pre-KG through Grade 12, with an additional IB-authorized pathway for the Diploma Programme. The academic structure includes a Pre-KG program, an Elementary School (KG to Grade 5), a Middle School, and a High School that incorporates Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Regular assessments are conducted using American standardized tests, including the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP).

The school is an IB World School authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and implements College Board curricula for Advanced Placement (AP) subjects. Students are prepared for university destinations worldwide and are required to appear for PSAT, SAT, and IELTS exams as part of their academic and diploma attestation requirements.

The school emphasizes an inclusive environment and maintains a Local Governing Body that includes representatives with expertise in supporting students of determination. Teachers participate in ongoing professional development to ensure they are equipped with the latest educational strategies and methods to meet diverse student needs.

The school accepts applications for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The admission process requires an application fee, and a registration deposit is payable upon the acceptance of a formal seat offer. The school adheres to KHDA age requirements for students entering KG1 through Grade 1.

The academic year typically runs from late August to early July. The calendar includes scheduled breaks for mid-term, winter, and spring, as well as observances for public holidays such as UAE National Day, Eid Al Fitr, and Eid Al Adha. Assessment periods, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development days for staff are integrated throughout the three-term structure.

Located in Al Warqaa 4, Dubai, the campus provides a variety of facilities to support learning. These include a state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence for Arabic Language and Culture, which focuses on immersive learning and technological integration. The school also provides health and medical care services and has outsourced student transportation to School Transport Services LLC (STS).

The school offers an enrichment program that includes extra-curricular activities (ECA) held during the day or after school on a weekly basis. The E365 enrichment programme spans areas such as robotics, film-making, performing arts, and languages. Additionally, the school partners with ESM to provide approved sports academies for students.