We are passionate about developing people and enabling individuals to become outstanding teachers. All our staff are highly valued and we have a strong commitment to developing them in a positive proactive community.

At GEMS Founders School – Dubai, our policies for safer recruitment fully align with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a very high standard in relation to our child protection and safeguarding practices and are committed to preserving and promoting the welfare of all our students.

We expect all our staff to share this commitment, without exception. Successful applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and obtain a Police Certificate or Good Conduct Certificate from the country the applicant last lived and worked in.

GEMS World Academy – Dubai wants to be the number one global academy where students are independent learners in pursuit of excellence where they develop their intellectual curiosity and become independent thinkers, and where they create effective learning habits, so they can lead fulfilling lives while creating a better world for others.

Our students develop a passion for learning and a capacity for independent thinking. We have a strong record of academic success,  is reflected in our outstanding IB results.

We are an inclusive, positive, stimulating, demanding and open-minded community. We enable our students to discover genuine interests that extend beyond the classroom, and to express themselves by encouraging a broad understanding of the world, a social conscience and a considered approach to other people. We strive to ensure that GEMS World Academy – Dubai students have an understanding of their place in society, both locally and globally, and that they seek to always make a positive impact upon it.

We experiment, we demand, we persevere. GEMS World Academy – Dubai is a place with high expectations, relentless ambition and real scholarship, where courtesy and manners matter. GEMS World Academy – Dubai is a place where hard work and a genuine commitment to achieve will create those avenues to success.

Innovative Learning Environment: Our brand-new school is designed to be an innovative learning environment that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and modern facilities, our school is a place where students can explore their interests, develop new skills, and prepare for their future.

Student-Centered Approach: At our school, we put students at the center of everything we do. Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of each individual student, providing a personalized learning experience that encourages students to reach their full potential. With small class sizes and a supportive learning environment, students receive the attention and guidance they need to succeed.

Community-Focused: Highgate International School is more than just a place of learning, it’s a community hub. We believe that education is a collaborative effort between students, teachers, parents, and the community. Our school is a place where everyone is welcome, and we work together to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all.

Global Perspective: We are focused on providing students with a global perspective. With an emphasis on cultural awareness and diversity, we prepare students to be global citizens who can navigate the challenges of an interconnected world. Through international programs, language courses, and cultural experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and develop skills to thrive in a global economy.

Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility: Highgate is committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With eco-friendly facilities, green spaces, and a curriculum that emphasizes environmental stewardship, we aim to teach our students the importance of protecting our planet and living sustainably. Through hands-on experiences, students learn how to be responsible citizens who contribute to a better future for all

They are an impressive new school, having opened in September 2014. The school is an integral part of the successful family of Kings’ Schools, founded in 2004 with Kings’ School Dubai. At Kings’ School Al Barsha, they treat every day as one step along a learning journey designed to inspire children to become effective, enthusiastic, independent and lifelong learners.

Kings’ Schools welcome applications throughout the year. However, there is limited availability so they advise you to apply as early as you can.

At NAS Dubai, their unique international curriculum combines world-renowned education frameworks with a personalised approach to learning. The Early Years and Primary curriculums are based on the National Curriculum of England. Secondary school students also learn from a version of the National Curriculum of England, leading to IGCSE qualifications in Year 11.

They offer a pathway choice in Sixth Form, based on your child’s strengths, passions and goals. Whether choosing the International Baccalaureate DP, IB Certificate or A-Levels, all of the Sixth Form pathways are internationally recognised by the world’s top universities, allowing students to create the future they want for themselves.

The broad mix of nationalities reflects what is special about living in the UAE. With nearly a fifth of the students being native Arabic speakers, the children are seamlessly exposed to a wealth of culture, language and diversity through their peers.

For those EAL children (for whom English is their second language), the experienced staff support their learning objectives as their language skills develop.