GEMS Founders School Masdar City
- UK EYFS
- British
Per yearabout USD 7.08K–9.8K
AED 26K–36K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
British curriculum school in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, for students from FS1 to Year 10, part of the GEMS Founders brand. Opened as a new school.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
- Run directly by GEMS Education. See all 54 schools of GEMS Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British
Ages
Ages 3–15
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 10
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
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 |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 26,000≈ USD 7.08K |
| FS2 | AED 28,500≈ USD 7.76K |
| Year 1 | AED 31,000≈ USD 8.44K |
| Year 2 | AED 31,000≈ USD 8.44K |
| Year 3 | AED 31,000≈ USD 8.44K |
| Year 4 | AED 32,000≈ USD 8.71K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 26,000 (about USD 7.08K) |
| FS2 | AED 28,500 (about USD 7.76K) |
| Year 1 | AED 31,000 (about USD 8.44K) |
| Year 2 | AED 31,000 (about USD 8.44K) |
| Year 3 | AED 31,000 (about USD 8.44K) |
| Year 4 | AED 32,000 (about USD 8.71K) |
| Year 5 | AED 32,000 (about USD 8.71K) |
| Year 6 | AED 32,000 (about USD 8.71K) |
| Year 7 | AED 34,000 (about USD 9.26K) |
| Year 8 | AED 34,000 (about USD 9.26K) |
| Year 9 | AED 34,000 (about USD 9.26K) |
| Year 10 | AED 36,000 (about USD 9.8K) |
Source: school website (gemsfoundersschool-masdarcity.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS Founders School Masdar City (this school) | AED 26,000 (about USD 7.08K) | AED 36,000 (about USD 9.8K) |
| American International School in Abu Dhabi | AED 32,950 (about USD 8.97K) | AED 59,900 (about USD 16.3K) |
| Modern British Academy | AED 25,050 (about USD 6.82K) | AED 32,360 (about USD 8.81K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Yas American Academy | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
| The International School of Choueifat Abu Dhabi Khalifa City | AED 23,420 (about USD 6.38K) | AED 41,370 (about USD 11.3K) |
Source: school website (gemsfoundersschool-masdarcity.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · 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: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedEYFS · British curriculum
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.
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Outdoor education
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Sport
- STEM
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Makerspace
- Gym
- Sports field
- Theatre
Sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Netball
- Volleyball
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Visual art
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Students with additional needs are screened and supported through the Inclusion team and SEN department, with tailored plans where needed.
- SEN department
- Screening and assessment
- Individual education plans
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Teaches the UK curriculum in an international context, with the UAE Ministry of Education syllabus built into the curriculum structure.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School transport is operated by a third-party company, School Transport Services (STS) LLC.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
A Local Advisory Board advises on vision and improvement; the school is part of the GEMS Founders brand.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Foundation Stage follows a play-based EYFS approach; primary uses a skills-based National Curriculum with cross-curricular learning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Actively teaches students to recognise and manage emotions and resolve conflicts, building belonging and emotional security.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
Has an SEN department with tailored spaces and resources designed to meet individual student needs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
English as an additional language learners are named among the groups the school pays particular attention to.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Counsellors are available to students, staff and parents, and healthy living and mental wellbeing are built into the curriculum.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
A newly opened British curriculum school, the latest addition to the GEMS Founders brand.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Offers labs, art rooms, makerspaces, libraries, sports halls and outdoor spaces designed for innovation and creativity.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Two football fields, four MUGA courts for basketball, netball and volleyball, and primary and senior sports halls.
- Football fields (2)
- MUGA courts (4)
- Sports halls
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Laboratories, computer labs, food tech labs, makerspaces and three age-appropriate libraries.
- Laboratories
- Computer labs
- Food tech labs
- Makerspaces
- Libraries (3)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Art rooms, music and drama spaces, outdoor learning areas and an indoor play area for Early Years.
- Art rooms
- Music and drama spaces
- Outdoor learning
- Early Years play area
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications for 2027-28 are made through an online enrolment form, covering FS1 to Year 11.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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