GEMS FirstPoint School
GEMS FirstPoint School
GEMS FirstPoint School is a premium British curriculum school in The Villa, Dubailand, Dubai, offering the National Curriculum for England from Early Childhood Centre through Year 13. Established in 2014, the school is rated Very Good by KHDA and Outstanding by BSO (British Schools Overseas). The school serves approximately 1,950 students representing 95+ nationalities, with a teacher-to-student ratio of 1:14. Students follow pathways leading to IGCSEs, A-Levels, and BTEC qualifications, with a 99% A-Level pass rate. GEMS FirstPoint is recognised for its Outstanding personal and social development, Outstanding health and safety, and commitment to inclusion, winning the Top Schools Award for Best Mainstream School for Children of Determination. The school features a Golf Centre of Excellence in partnership with Claude Harmon III, 11 science laboratories, a 500-seat auditorium, 25-metre swimming pool, and a dedicated Sixth Form Centre. Key partnerships with Siemens and the Rahhal Programme provide students with real-world internships and industry experience.
Fees for 2026/2027, per year group. Excludes registration, uniform, and transport.
GEMS Premium tier school. Tuition fees established in accordance with KHDA-approved fee structure. Transport provided by STS Group with GPS tracking.
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KHDA 2023–2024 inspection
Nurturing introduction to school life combining the Reggio Emilia philosophy with the British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Personalised learning with flexible hours and expert care focused on social, emotional, and early cognitive development.
British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum developing communication, physical, personal, social, and emotional skills through structured play and exploration. Preparing children for the transition to Key Stage 1 with early literacy, numeracy, and creative development.
National Curriculum for England with core academic subjects and specialist-taught foundation subjects. Introduction to computer programming and enterprise learning alongside strong literacy and numeracy development.
Broader National Curriculum with STEAM integration, enterprise projects, and growing independence. Students access specialist science laboratories and computing facilities. Residential trip opportunities and expanded sports and creative arts programmes.
Full subject specialisation in the secondary school with separate science disciplines, modern foreign languages, and creative arts. Students access 11 science laboratories and specialist facilities. Careers guidance begins in Year 9 to inform GCSE option choices.
IGCSE programme with compulsory core subjects and a wide range of option subjects. 21% of students achieved A* grades in 2024 with 856 entries across 150 students. Access to Golf Centre of Excellence elite sports pathway alongside academic studies.
Students choose from 27 A-Level subjects and 5 BTEC qualifications, with the flexibility to combine both. Dedicated Sixth Form Centre with personalised university application support. 99% A-Level pass rate with 27% achieving A*-A. 96% of students obtain first-choice university destination. Siemens internship and Rahhal Programme partnerships provide industry experience.
Eleven specialist science labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practical work across primary and secondary phases.
Three modern computing suites for curriculum delivery, coding, robotics, and digital skills development.
Dedicated primary school library supporting reading, research, and independent learning.
Well-resourced secondary school library for academic research, study, and exam preparation.
Specialist technology spaces with immersive learning environments and robotics equipment for STEAM projects.
Recently inaugurated dedicated centre for post-16 students with advanced study facilities, collaborative spaces, and university counselling rooms.
Olympic-standard 25-metre pool alongside a learner pool for beginners. Used for PE, swim training, and competitive events.
Elite golf programme in partnership with Claude Harmon III offering world-class coaching, mentorship, and pathways to professional and collegiate golf careers.
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Head of Primary School
Head of Secondary School
Deputy Head of Primary School
Assistant Principal (Data & Systems)
Assistant Principal (Arabic and Islamic Studies)
Assistant Principal (School Improvement)
Manager, School Operations
Assistant Head Teacher
Assistant Headteacher of Primary
Assistant Head Teacher
Assistant Head Teacher
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The Villa, Dubai Al Ain Road, Dubailand, Dubai, UAE
