GEMS Al Barsha National School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, Spanish
Phone
Address
Al Hadaeq Street, Al Barsha South 2, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
15 ProgrammesFoundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Bilingual Arabic/English dual language programme blending EYFS with UAE MOE standards.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Continued bilingual instruction preparing children for Key Stage 1.
Year 1
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, and Islamic Education.
Year 2
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6-7. Building foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and independent learning.
Year 3
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-8. Last co-educational year before gender-separated sections from Year 4.
Year 4
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8-9. Students transition to gender-separated sections with broader curriculum engagement.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 45,428 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 56,244 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 61,652 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 61,652 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 61,652 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (GCSE) | 14-15 | 67,060 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (GCSE) | 15-16 | 67,060 | - |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form | 16-17 | 67,060 | - |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form | 17-18 | 67,060 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Curriculum
Bilingual dual language programme blending the English National Curriculum EYFS framework with UAE Ministry of Education standards. Arabic and English instruction delivered in equal measure. Focus on seven areas of learning and development with a strong emphasis on Emirati identity and cultural heritage.
Teaching Approach
Bilingual Arabic/English dual language programme. Play-based learning with structured activities. Strong connection to Emirati values and cultural heritage. HAWIATEE ethos embedded.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
English National Curriculum enriched with UAE Ministry of Education requirements. Co-educational through Year 3, gender-separated from Year 4. Strong Arabic and Islamic Education provision. Spanish language introduced from Year 6. Desert School nature-based learning initiative supports environmental education.
Teaching Approach
Enhanced English National Curriculum with strong Arabic/Islamic provision. Desert School outdoor learning programme. LED screens and interactive whiteboards in all classrooms. Two libraries with traditional and digital media.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Full subject specialisation with dedicated science labs and specialist teaching. Gender-separated sections. Students begin preparing for GCSE subject pathway selection. Continued Arabic and Islamic Education per MOE requirements.
Teaching Approach
Subject-specialist teaching in gender-separated sections. Preparation for GCSE pathway selection. Academic mentoring and study support services.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Modern, purpose-built campus on Al Hadaeq Street in Al Barsha South 2 with superb facilities. The school features two swimming pools, a full-size floodlit sports pitch, 4 Multi-Use Games Areas, and large indoor sports halls. Originally operated as separate boys and girls schools, merged into a single campus in 2020.
Academic
Science Laboratories
Dedicated science labs for physics, chemistry, and biology practicals.
ICT Labs
Fully equipped computer labs with LED screens and interactive whiteboards.
Libraries
Two outstanding libraries with traditional and digital media resources.
Performance Theatre
Dedicated theatre for music productions, drama, assemblies, and exhibitions.
Music Room
Specialist music space for lessons, practice, and performances.
Drama Studio
Dedicated drama and performing arts studio.
Dance Studio
Specialist dance studio for choreography and movement education.
Sports & Recreation
Swimming Pools
Two on-campus swimming pools for lessons and competitive training.
Floodlit Sports Pitch
Full-size floodlit sports pitch for football and team sports.
Indoor Sports Halls
Large indoor sports halls for PE, basketball, volleyball, and team sports.
Multi-Use Games Areas
Four Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) for various sports and activities.
General
Prayer Rooms
Separate prayer areas for male and female students and staff.
Spacious Classrooms
LED screen-equipped classrooms with interactive whiteboards across all phases.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Most teachers are UK nationals with relevant educational experience
Senior Leadership
Michelle Jane Thomas
Principal / CEO
Leads GEMS Al Barsha National School as Principal and CEO, overseeing the delivery of the enhanced English National Curriculum rooted in Emirati values.
Youlande Biosah
Vice Principal
Sarah Lewis
Head of Primary
Claudia Ghavami
Head of Secondary