GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail
About
Inspection Rating
Very Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French
Phone
Address
Exit 18, Al Marabea Street East, Dubai Hills Estate, Al Khail, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
16 ProgrammesEarly Childhood Centre (Nursery)
1 year / ECC
Early childhood education for ages 2-3. Nurturing introduction to school life through play-based learning, social development, and early communication skills.
Foundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Structured play-based learning building on nursery foundations with early literacy, numeracy, and creative exploration.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Preparing children for the transition to Year 1 through structured learning in all EYFS areas.
Year 1
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core National Curriculum subjects with specialist teaching in PE, Music, and Computing.
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. Broader curriculum with increasing academic depth and specialist subject teaching.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECC (Nursery) | ECC | 2-3 | 51,917 | - |
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 62,338 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 77,923 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 101,900 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 101,900 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 101,900 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (GCSE) | 14-15 | 109,800 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (GCSE) | 15-16 | 109,800 | - |
| Year 12 | A-Levels / BTEC | 16-17 | 109,800 | - |
| Year 13 | A-Levels / BTEC | 17-18 | 109,800 | - |
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GEMS Premium Plus tier school. Tuition fees are established in accordance with the fee structure approved by KHDA. Extracurricular activities (ECAs) run 3 days per week at no additional cost. Paid external activities (ASAs) available separately.
Payment Information
Online payment, bank transfer, or in-person at school
- Fees are payable in advance and subject to GEMS refund policy
- Written notice required for withdrawal
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | V. GoodVery Good | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Curriculum
Nurturing introduction to school life for the youngest learners. Play-based programme focusing on social and emotional development, communication skills, and early exploration of the world around them.
Teaching Approach
Child-centred play-based learning in a safe, nurturing environment. Focus on building confidence, social skills, and early communication.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Building on nursery foundations with structured play, early literacy, numeracy, and creative exploration. Preparing children for the transition to Key Stage 1.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with increasing structure in FS2. Balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities. Strong emphasis on the Science of Learning pillar.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
National Curriculum for England with core academic subjects and specialist-taught foundation subjects. Students develop strong literacy and numeracy foundations alongside creative and physical education.
Teaching Approach
Structured teaching with cross-curricular links. Specialist teachers for PE, Music, and Computing. Extracurricular activities three days per week.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Premium Plus campus located at Exit 18, Al Marabea Street East in Dubai Hills Estate. The school shares the Al Khail education hub with GEMS International School and GEMS New Millennium School. Purpose-built facilities include STEAM labs, elite sports infrastructure, and The Bridge Learning Centre for students with additional learning needs.
Academic
STEAM Laboratories
State-of-the-art STEAM labs for science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics integrated projects.
Science Laboratories
Specialist science labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practical work in the Secondary School.
Library
Well-resourced library supporting reading, research, and independent study across all year groups.
ICT Suites
Modern computing facilities for curriculum delivery and digital skills development.
The Bridge Learning Centre
Dedicated inclusion facility supporting students with additional learning needs and gifted/talented programmes.
Sports & Recreation
Wellington Performance Football Centre
Elite full-time student-athlete programme (WPFC) mirroring professional training schedules. Year-round training and competitive fixtures built into the curriculum.
Swimming Pool (Hamilton Aquatics)
Swimming facilities with professional Hamilton Aquatics coaching partnership for lessons, squads, and aquathlon training.
Indoor Tennis Facility
Covered tennis courts for year-round tennis coaching and competitive play.
Football Fields
Outdoor football pitches for PE, inter-school matches, and WPFC training sessions.
Sports Hall
Multi-purpose indoor sports hall for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and indoor PE.
Performance & Arts
Art Studios
Dedicated art studios for visual arts, painting, sculpture, and creative design projects.
Music Rooms
Equipped music teaching and practice rooms for instrumental and vocal tuition.
Drama Studio
Purpose-built drama and performing arts space for productions, workshops, and drama club.
General
Cafeteria
School dining facilities serving balanced meals and snacks throughout the school day.
Medical Centre
On-site medical care facility with trained nursing staff.
Early Years Centre
Dedicated area for ECC and Foundation Stage children with age-appropriate learning environments and outdoor play.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Ann Haydon MBE
Principal
Principal of GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail, leading the school's vision for premium British education with a focus on ambition, responsibility, and courage.
Benjamin Parkes
Secondary Principal
Leads the Secondary School including Key Stage 3, GCSE, and Sixth Form programmes.
Gary Hancock
Head of Primary
Oversees the Primary School from Foundation Stage through to Year 6.
Paula Phinn
Primary Co-Principal
Phil Waterworth
Primary Co-Principal
Sarah Samuel
Primary Co-Principal
Location
Exit 18, Al Marabea Street East, Dubai Hills Estate, Al Khail, Dubai, UAE