GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai
About
Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French
Phone
Website
Address
Al Twar 1, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
7 ProgrammesFoundation Stage (FS1-FS2)
2 years / pre_k
EYFS with Very Good start rated by KHDA. Play-based learning with specialist Arabic, PE, and Music. Separate grassed playing area for KG-Year 2.
Year 1-2
2 years / primary
Key Stage 1. National Curriculum for England with core subjects, French, Computing, Art, and Music.
Year 3-4
2 years / primary
Lower Key Stage 2. Broadened curriculum with DT, History, Geography, and enhanced specialist teaching.
Year 5-6
2 years / primary
Upper Key Stage 2. Secondary transition preparation. CIS Debate Society from Year 5. Environment Club enrichment.
Year 7-9
3 years / secondary
Key Stage 3. Subject-specialist teaching across broadened curriculum. IGCSE option choices in Year 9. Duke of Edinburgh from age 14.
Year 10-11 (IGCSE)
2 years / secondary
Key Stage 4. Cambridge IGCSE programme with wide range of subjects. BTEC options available.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1-FS2 | EYFS | 3-5 | 23,795 | - |
| Year 1-2 | KS1 | 5-7 | 27,041 | - |
| Year 3-4 | KS2 | 7-9 | 28,122 | - |
| Year 5-6 | KS2 | 9-11 | 29,204 | - |
| Year 7-9 | KS3 | 11-14 | 32,448 | - |
| Year 10-11 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 14-16 | 34,612 | - |
| Year 12-13 | KS5 (A-Level) | 16-18 | 36,775 | - |
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Part of GEMS Education group. Founded 1983. KHDA Good for 13 consecutive years. Microsoft Showcase Centre and CISCO Academy. Leading Parent Partnership Award recipient.
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Curriculum
UK EYFS with Very Good start rated by KHDA. Play-based learning in dedicated early years area with separate grassed playing area for KG-Year 2.
Teaching Approach
Play-based EYFS with specialist teaching. Very Good English attainment and progress in Foundation Stage.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
National Curriculum for England with French, Computing, DT, History, Geography, and Social Studies. CIS Debate Society from Year 5. Environment Club from Year 1. Leading Parent Partnership Award school.
Teaching Approach
National Curriculum delivery with GEMS Education standards. Microsoft Showcase Centre and Apple ecosystem. 4 ICT labs with 150+ computers. Enrichment programmes including robotics and coding.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Cambridge IGCSE programme with wide subject range. BTEC options available. Media lab with school radio station. Duke of Edinburgh from age 14. Expeditions to Oman, Fujairah, and Mauritius.
Teaching Approach
Cambridge IGCSE with subject specialists. CISCO Academy and Microsoft IT Academy. Indoor sports arena and 800-seat auditorium. Inter-house and inter-school competitions.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Spacious two-section campus in Al Twar 1 with separate Primary (KG-Year 6) and Secondary (Year 7-13) buildings plus administration wing. Features an 800-seat auditorium, large covered swimming pool, astroturfed football pitch, indoor sports arena, cricket nets, playing fields, 4 ICT labs with 150+ computers, media lab with school radio station, two art studios, music studio, and library. Microsoft Showcase Centre and CISCO Academy partner.
Academic
4 ICT Labs (150+ Computers)
Four ICT labs with over 150 computers. Microsoft Showcase Centre and CISCO Academy partner.
Media Lab & Radio Station
Media lab with school radio station and newsroom for student broadcasting.
Science Labs
Science laboratories for practical experiments across secondary and sixth form.
Library
Well-equipped library with networked computers supporting research.
Sports & Recreation
Covered Swimming Pool
Large covered swimming pool for PE and competitive swimming.
Astroturf Football Pitch
Standard-sized astroturfed football pitch for training and competitions.
Indoor Sports Arena
Indoor sports arena for basketball, volleyball, and multi-sport activities.
Cricket Nets & Playing Fields
Cricket practice nets and outdoor playing fields.
Performance & Arts
800-Seat Auditorium
800-seat auditorium for performances, assemblies, and school events.
Art Studios
Two well-stocked art studios for visual arts, ceramics, and photography.
Music Studio
Dedicated music studio for instrumental and vocal instruction.
General
2 Medical Rooms
Two medical rooms staffed by full-time nurse with in-house doctor.
Canteen
Well-maintained canteen operated by SLICES food provider.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Stephen Brecken
Principal & CEO
Principal and CEO of GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai since summer 2022. Holds an M.Ed, NPQH, and B.Ed in Education. Over 30 years in education with 17+ years in senior leadership. Previously Principal at The Cambridge High School, Abu Dhabi. Started career as PE teacher in the UK in 1993. Leadership philosophy: know, like and trust.
Sabrina Grange
Deputy Head of Primary
Deputy Head of Primary with a Bachelor of Education in Primary Education (5-11 years) from the University of Gloucestershire. Two years as Deputy Head in the UK before joining CIS Dubai.