GEMS Founders School Dubai South
- British
- UK EYFS
- IGCSE
Per yearabout USD 9.91K–13.7K
AED 36.4K–50.4K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum school in Dubai South, the fourth school in the Founders brand, offering values-based education. It is expanding to Year 13 by 2029.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by GEMS Education. See all 54 schools of GEMS Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
British · UK EYFS · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 10
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Accreditations
- pearson, AQA
Fees
Source: Official records
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 36,400≈ USD 9.91K |
| FS2 | AED 39,900≈ USD 10.9K |
| Year 1 | AED 43,400≈ USD 11.8K |
| Year 2 | AED 43,400≈ USD 11.8K |
| Year 3 | AED 43,400≈ USD 11.8K |
| Year 4 | AED 44,800≈ USD 12.2K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 36,400 (about USD 9.91K) |
| FS2 | AED 39,900 (about USD 10.9K) |
| Year 1 | AED 43,400 (about USD 11.8K) |
| Year 2 | AED 43,400 (about USD 11.8K) |
| Year 3 | AED 43,400 (about USD 11.8K) |
| Year 4 | AED 44,800 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Year 5 | AED 44,800 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Year 6 | AED 44,800 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Year 7 | AED 47,600 (about USD 13K) |
| Year 8 | AED 47,600 (about USD 13K) |
| Year 9 | AED 47,600 (about USD 13K) |
| Year 10 | AED 50,400 (about USD 13.7K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS Founders School Dubai South (this school) | AED 36,400 (about USD 9.91K) | AED 50,400 (about USD 13.7K) |
| Dubai Modern Education School | AED 11,956 (about USD 3.26K) | AED 18,624 (about USD 5.07K) |
| Emirates International School Jumeirah | AED 38,636 (about USD 10.5K) | AED 81,872 (about USD 22.3K) |
| Universal American School | AED 40,377 (about USD 11K) | AED 81,834 (about USD 22.3K) |
| English College Dubai | AED 52,112 (about USD 14.2K) | AED 68,265 (about USD 18.6K) |
| GEMS FirstPoint School | AED 44,288 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 75,756 (about USD 20.6K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. Reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum · EYFS · IGCSE
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- STEM
- Sport
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Sports field
- Sports hall
- Makerspace
- Ict lab
- Art room
- Music room
- Indoor play
- Green space
Sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Padel
- Badminton
- Yoga
- Dance
- Swimming
Arts
- Art
- Drama
- Music
- Photography
- Creative writing
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Supports students of determination, gifted students and English language learners with tailored plans and resources.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Based on the UK framework and includes subjects mandated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the National Curriculum for England, integrating UAE Ministry of Education subjects. Covers Early Years, primary and secondary stages.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Uses the MYTE programme and an emotional logging platform to build students' emotional management and intelligence.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
Educates students with special educational needs and disabilities in a common classroom, with adjustments and tailored teaching strategies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Welcomes English language learners and adjusts teaching to support them.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Has trained mental health first aiders and a school counsellor, and promotes physical activity and healthy habits.
- MYTE
- Upstrive
- Mental Health First Aiders
- School counsellor
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
The fourth school in the Founders brand. Plans to expand to Year 13 by 2029.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A 250,000 sq ft campus with classrooms, art and music rooms, a pool, sports facilities and green spaces.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a 25-metre competition-standard pool, a football pitch and multi-purpose sports halls.
- 25m swimming pool
- Football pitch
- Sports halls
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Includes STEAM labs, ICT labs and a makerspace for hands-on learning.
- STEAM lab
- ICT labs
- Makerspace
- Innovation Hub
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has art and music rooms, an indoor play area for young learners and surrounding green spaces.
- Art and music rooms
- Indoor play area
- Green spaces
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Runs clubs in science, maths, robotics, debate and chess.
- Science
- Maths
- Robotics
- Debate
- Chess
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Offers art, drama, music, photography and creative writing activities.
- Art
- Drama
- Music
- Photography
- Creative writing
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Cultural celebrations, International Day and social events promote diversity and global citizenship.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Internal co-curricular activities are free, with optional paid after-school activities through external providers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Provides community service through charity projects and environmental activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Student Council, MUN, Eco Club, charity projects and peer mentoring build leadership and responsibility.
- Student Council
- MUN
- Eco Club
- Peer mentoring
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers Arabic and Islamic studies, with dedicated language and Islamic studies classrooms.
- Arabic Studies
- Islamic Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Offers Pearson Edexcel and Oxford AQA international qualifications. Is part of British Schools in the Middle East (BSME).
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Admission is not conditional on a medical diagnosis. Parents are asked to share special educational needs information before a place is offered.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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