GEMS Jumeirah Primary School
About
Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French
Phone
Address
Al Safa 1, Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
8 ProgrammesFoundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3–4. Play-based learning through the seven areas of the EYFS framework with Montessori-inspired in-the-moment planning. Class size of 22 students.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4–5. Structured play with phonics, early literacy, and numeracy. Indoor and outdoor free-flow learning areas. Class size of 22 students.
Year 1
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5–6. Core subjects including English, Mathematics, and Science alongside specialist teaching in PE, Swimming, Music, and French.
Year 2
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6–7. Building foundational skills through the High Performance Learning framework with enquiry-based cross-curricular learning.
Year 3
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7–8. Broader curriculum with specialist Science lab access, STEAM Room, robotics, and BYOD-era digital learning. French taught by specialist teacher.
Year 4
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8–9. Deepening subject knowledge with access to secondary science facilities at sister school Jumeirah College. Shanghai Maths methodology.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 44,200 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 55,714 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 55,714 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 55,714 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 55,714 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 55,714 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 55,714 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 55,714 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | V. GoodVery Good | N/A |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | N/A |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — April 2024
Curriculum
Exam Board
UK National Curriculum for England
Language
English
Phonics
Structured phonics programme (EYFS and KS1)
Maths Scheme
Shanghai Maths methodology
Assessment
CAT4, TIMSS, PIRLS international benchmarking; GL Progress Tests
Max Class Size
27 students
Avg Class Size
25 students
Languages Offered
French (KS1 native speaker provision, KS2 specialist teacher), Arabic (all years)
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Children learn through structured play across seven interconnected learning areas. FS2 students have weekly Arabic, Library, Swimming, and PE sessions. Free-flowing spaces and sand areas support exploration.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with structured activities across seven EYFS areas of learning.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
National Curriculum for England with a creative, bespoke curriculum focusing on depth of understanding. UAE Social Studies and Moral Education programmes integrated. Native French speaker provision begins in KS1.
Teaching Approach
Creative curriculum approach with High Performance Learning (HPL) framework.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
National Curriculum for England with increasing academic rigour. Students access the Science Lab and STEAM Room for robotics development. Years 4–6 visit Jumeirah College weekly for secondary science facilities. Library access twice weekly with online reading quizzes. Specialist French teaching.
Teaching Approach
Bespoke curriculum with HPL framework, specialist teaching, and cross-curricular links to Jumeirah College.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Arabic Language & Islamic Education
Inclusion & Special Educational Needs
Outstanding-rated Achievement Centre. Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, 3 Guidance Counsellors. 140 students of determination supported. Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, mild-moderate learning and developmental challenges.
Facilities
Purpose-built campus in Al Safa 1, Dubai. Originally founded in 1996 as a small villa with 30 students, the school relocated to its current purpose-built campus in the leafy residential neighbourhood of Al Safa.
Academic
Library
Well-stocked library with twice-weekly access and online reading quizzes.
Science Lab
Specialist science laboratory for KS2 students (Years 3–6).
STEAM Room
Dedicated STEAM space for robotics and design technology projects.
Mac Suite
Apple computer suite for digital learning and creative projects.
Music Rooms
Dedicated music teaching and practice rooms.
Foundation Stage Extension
Separate building for Foundation Stage with free-flowing spaces and sand areas.
Sports & Recreation
25m Swimming Pool
Fully shaded 25-metre swimming pool for lessons and swim squad.
Infant Learning Pool
Shallow pool for Foundation Stage and young learners.
Temperature-Controlled Sports Hall
Indoor sports hall for PE, gymnastics, and indoor activities.
Two Astro Pitches
All-weather synthetic turf pitches for football, rugby, and sports.
Tennis & Netball Courts
Courts marked for tennis, netball, and basketball.
Long Jump & Parcours Area
Athletics area with long jump pit and parcours course.
Four Playgrounds
Age-appropriate playgrounds for Foundation Stage through KS2.
Two Gardens
Outdoor garden spaces for learning and play.
Performance & Events
Multi-Purpose Main Hall
Main hall for assemblies, performances, and school events.
Support
Achievement Centre
First Achievement Centre within the GEMS group, supporting dyslexia, dyscalculia, and additional learning needs.
Medical Centre
On-campus clinic with two DHA-registered nurses and a full-time doctor.
Prayer Room
Dedicated prayer room for students and staff.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Predominantly British-trained teachers
Senior Leadership
Rachel Higgins
Principal & CEO of Jumeirah Schools
Joined JPS in August 2003, appointed Principal in 2016, and CEO of Jumeirah Schools in late 2022. Over 20 years leading the school to Outstanding KHDA status.