GEMS FirstPoint School
About 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 read from the school's published 2026-27 fee schedule; KHDA rating from its 2023-24 inspection report. How Talem verifies →
Annual tuition fees
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 Rating
KHDA 2023–2024 inspection
Stages & pathways
Early Childhood Centre (Nursery)
NurseryNurturing 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.
Foundation Stage (EYFS)
FS1–FS2British 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.
Key Stage 1
Years 1–2National 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.
Key Stage 2
Years 3–6Broader 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.
Key Stage 3
Years 7–9Full 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.
Key Stage 4 - IGCSE
Years 10–11IGCSE 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.
Sixth Form - A-Levels & BTEC
Years 12–13Students 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.
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Facilities
Science Laboratories (11)
Eleven specialist science labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practical work across primary and secondary phases.
Computer Labs
Three modern computing suites for curriculum delivery, coding, robotics, and digital skills development.
Primary Library
Dedicated primary school library supporting reading, research, and independent learning.
Secondary Library
Well-resourced secondary school library for academic research, study, and exam preparation.
Immersive Classroom & Robotics Rooms
Specialist technology spaces with immersive learning environments and robotics equipment for STEAM projects.
Sixth Form Centre
Recently inaugurated dedicated centre for post-16 students with advanced study facilities, collaborative spaces, and university counselling rooms.
25m Swimming Pool & Learner Pool
Olympic-standard 25-metre pool alongside a learner pool for beginners. Used for PE, swim training, and competitive events.
Golf Centre of Excellence
Elite golf programme in partnership with Claude Harmon III offering world-class coaching, mentorship, and pathways to professional and collegiate golf careers.
Extra-curricular activities
School leadership
Rebecca Crean
Principal
Isabel Brannock
Head of Primary School
Rhys Headley
Head of Secondary School
Emily Gallone
Deputy Head of Primary School
Abdul Hafeez
Assistant Principal (Data & Systems)
Asif Khan
Assistant Principal (Arabic and Islamic Studies)
Erika Kennedy
Assistant Principal (School Improvement)
Manoj Mathews
Manager, School Operations
Claire Nami
Assistant Head Teacher
Gemma Harris
Assistant Headteacher of Primary
Hannah Jones
Assistant Head Teacher
Amy Jones
Assistant Head Teacher
Laura Nulty
Assistant Head Teacher
Sarah Barr
Assistant Head Teacher
Samera Dhansey
Assistant Head Teacher
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Where we are
The Villa, Dubai Al Ain Road, Dubailand, Dubai, UAE
