GEMS Founders School Nad Al Hamar
- UK EYFS
- British
Per yearabout USD 9.26K–12K
AED 34K–44K · 2027-28 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
British curriculum school in Nad Al Hamar, Dubai, following the National Curriculum for England from Foundation Stage (FS1) to Year 8, with plans to grow to Year 13. Part of the Founders family of schools.
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 · 2027-28 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Y8
- Founded
- 2026
- Sibling discount
- 15% for the 4th child; 25% for the 5th child and above
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2027-28 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 34,000≈ USD 9.26K |
| FS2 | AED 38,000≈ USD 10.3K |
| Y01 | AED 41,000≈ USD 11.2K |
| Y02 | AED 41,000≈ USD 11.2K |
| Y03 | AED 41,000≈ USD 11.2K |
| Y04 | AED 41,000≈ USD 11.2K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 34,000 (about USD 9.26K) |
| FS2 | AED 38,000 (about USD 10.3K) |
| Y01 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Y02 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Y03 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Y04 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Y05 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Y06 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Y07 | AED 44,000 (about USD 12K) |
| Y08 | AED 44,000 (about USD 12K) |
Source: school website (gemsfoundersschool-nadalhamar.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS Founders School Nad Al Hamar (this school) | AED 34,000 (about USD 9.26K) | AED 44,000 (about USD 12K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Pristine Private School | AED 12,300 (about USD 3.35K) | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
| Arcadia British School | AED 67,687 (about USD 18.4K) | AED 96,209 (about USD 26.2K) |
Source: school website (gemsfoundersschool-nadalhamar.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 525
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
- Academics
- Service
- 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
- Sports field
- Sports hall
- Basketball
- Netball
- Science labs
- Art room
- Music room
- Indoor play
Sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Netball
Arts
- Art
- Music
After-school activities
- Sport
- Cadets
- Performing arts
- Entrepreneurship
- Robotics
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Broad National Curriculum adapted to individual needs, with screening by the Head of Inclusion. Admission does not require a medical diagnosis.
- EAL
- Special educational needs
- More able
- Gifted and talented
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School transport is operated by School Transport Services (STS) LLC.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
House system
Four houses (Ihsan, Rahma, Amanah, Sidq) run cross-curricular competitions across the year. Siblings join the same house.
- Ihsan
- Rahma
- Amanah
- Sidq
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the National Curriculum for England across EYFS and Key Stages 1 to 3, with Arabic, Islamic studies and UAE Ministry subjects included.
- EYFS
- Key Stage 1 and 2
- Key Stage 3
- Arabic A
- Arabic B
- Islamic studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Students are taught to recognise and manage emotions and resolve conflicts.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
Students with special educational needs may be admitted if the school can meet their needs. Prior educational records and specialist reports are requested before an offer.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
The school names English as an Additional Language learners as a group it gives specific attention to.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Focuses on emotional health and healthy lifestyles within the curriculum. Counsellors are available to students, staff and parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
The fifth school in the Founders family, building on the network's decade-long history.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A 250,000 sq ft campus with classrooms, STEAM labs, art and music rooms, and an indoor play area for Foundation Stage.
- STEAM labs
- Art room
- Music room
- Indoor play area
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Includes a football pitch, multi-purpose sports halls, basketball courts and netball courts.
- Football pitch
- Sports halls
- Basketball courts
- Netball courts
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has STEAM labs, art and music rooms, and dedicated language and Islamic studies classrooms.
- STEAM labs
- Art and music rooms
- Language and Islamic studies classrooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Leadership and professional
An enrichment programme builds leadership and character, with Monday morning sessions and after-school activities, some free and some paid.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers Arabic A and Arabic B, with dedicated classrooms for language and Islamic studies.
- Arabic A
- Arabic B
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are made online, and families can book a personalised meeting with the admissions team.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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