GEMS Jumeira Primary School

Q: What curriculum does GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch offer?

The school implements the British curriculum following the National Curriculum for England. Teaching covers the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1–2, building core skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and creative subjects.

Q: What age groups and grade levels are available at GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch?

The school serves children from FS1 to Year 6 , ages 3 to 11. Families will need to arrange secondary placement when children complete primary education.

Q: Who is GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch best suited for?

GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch is best suited for families seeking quality British education with strong academic foundations. The school attracts residents of Jumeirah 1, Umm Suqeim, Safa Park area, and Al Wasl seeking British education with comprehensive IGCSE and A-Level pathways.

4.8

2023-2024Outstanding

Curriculum

British

Annual Fees

44K - 56K AED

Location

Al Wasl

About GEMS Jumeira Primary School

Last updated 2 November 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology

GEMS Jumeira Primary School is a British primary school located in Al Safa, serving families since 1996. The school accommodates boys and girls aged 3 to 11, offering classes from FS1 to Year 6 with a current enrollment of 1,466 pupils.

The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum, encompassing EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. This structure ensures a solid foundation for a smooth transition to Year 7. The school holds BSO accreditation and is rated "Outstanding" by KHDA for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 44,200 to AED 55,714, depending on the year group. The campus is conveniently located for families in nearby areas such as Al Wasl, Street 9A, Off Al Wasl Road, Umm Al Sheif, and 53 B Street, off Al Wasl Road in Jumeira 1.

Location

Al Safa

Latest from GEMS Jumeira Primary School

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26 Oct 2026Award
U11 basketball team wins every game at Dubai School Games
The school's U11 basketball team delivered outstanding performances at the Dubai School Games tournament, winning every game. The team was praised for fantastic teamwork, sportsmanship and determination from start to finish.
Source: Instagram

GEMS Jumeira Primary School fees 2026-2027

2026-2027

Grade Level	2025-2026	Annual Fees 2026-2027	Est. Monthly
FS 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	44,200 AED	44,200 AED	~3,683 AED
FS22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED
YEAR 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED
YEAR 22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED
YEAR 32026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED
YEAR 42026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED
YEAR 52026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED
YEAR 62026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	55,714 AED	55,714 AED	~4,643 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated GEMS Jumeira Primary School "Outstanding" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its 12th consecutive "Outstanding". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Outstanding

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What inspectors found in 2023-2024

Strengths noted by inspectors

Highly effective senior leadership and governance
High levels of student achievement and learning skills in most subjects, with improved progress in Islamic Education
Commitment to an inclusive culture where all individuals are valued
Students' excellent personal development and social skills, particularly in Foundation Stage
Stimulating and cohesive learning environment

What the school was asked to improve

Improve the National Agenda Parameter (NAP) benchmark and New Group Reading Test (NGRT) results
Improve the capacity of middle leaders to ensure quality provision in their areas of responsibility
Minimise achievement gaps among student groups in Arabic
Improve and track students' progress in Arabic reading and writing skills
Refine mental mathematics skills so students can develop faster problem-solving

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1-21), inspected 27 to 01 December 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 43 performance indicators rated in both reports, 1 improved, 0 declined and 42 kept the same rating.

Students

1,450 → 1,466

+16 (+1%)

Teachers

101 → 97

-4 (-4%)

Students of determination

144 → 140

-4 (-3%)

Emirati students

55 → 49

-6 (-11%)

Improved

Islamic Education — Progress · Primary: Good → Very good

Did GEMS Jumeira Primary School act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 3 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 2 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 0 show an improvement, 2 no change yet.

Strive for consistently very good or outstanding progress in all subjects across the schoolNot measurable from the ratings
Use the school's High-Performance Learning status to encourage teachers, particularly in Primary, to develop students' higher-order investigation, evaluation and creative writing skillsNo change yet
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2023-2024
Ensure the whole curriculum is experiential, creative, progressive and immersive, with suitable facilities to support thisNo change yet
7 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024

Performance standards by year (43 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2022-2023	2023-2024
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Attainment	Primary	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	Primary	Good	Very good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Primary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Primary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Primary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Primary	Good	Good
English — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
English — Attainment	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
English — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
English — Progress	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Attainment	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Progress	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Attainment	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Progress	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Learning skills	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Learning skills	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Students' personal and social development
Personal development	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Personal development	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Teaching for effective learning	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Assessment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Assessment	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum
Curriculum design and implementation	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum design and implementation	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum adaptation	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum adaptation	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Protection, care, guidance and support
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
Parents and the community	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
Governance	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Outstanding

This UK-curriculum primary school was rated outstanding overall. Inspectors highlighted excellent achievement in English, mathematics and science, exemplary student behaviour, a strong sense of community, and inspirational leadership that has built a creative, sustainable learning environment across the school.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Excellent achievement in English, mathematics and science, and an improving picture in Islamic Education and Arabic, resulting from excellent teaching and assessment practices
A profound sense of community with personal attention, a caring atmosphere, and well-behaved, thoughtful and sympathetic students
Inspirational leadership at all levels that has built a creative, sustainable learning environment

What the school was asked to improve

Strive for consistently very good or outstanding progress in all subjects across the school
Use the school's High-Performance Learning status to encourage teachers, particularly in Primary, to develop students' higher-order investigation, evaluation and creative writing skills
Ensure the whole curriculum is experiential, creative, progressive and immersive, with suitable facilities to support this

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 1-20), inspected 30 January to 03 February 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Outstanding

2019-2020Outstanding

2018-2019Outstanding

2017-2018Outstanding

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch located in Dubai?

GEMS Jumeira Primary School operates in Jumeirah & Wasl, one of Dubai's established coastal communities. Families in Jumeirah 1, 2, and 3, Umm Suqeim, Safa Park area, and Al Wasl reach the campus via Jumeirah Beach Road and Al Wasl Road.

What curriculum does GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch offer?

The school implements the British curriculum following the National Curriculum for England. Teaching covers the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1–2, building core skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and creative subjects.

What age groups and grade levels are available at GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch?

The school serves children from FS1 to Year 6, ages 3 to 11. Families will need to arrange secondary placement when children complete primary education.

Who is GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch best suited for?

GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch is best suited for families seeking quality British education with strong academic foundations. The school attracts residents of Jumeirah 1, Umm Suqeim, Safa Park area, and Al Wasl seeking British education with comprehensive IGCSE and A-Level pathways.

How much are GEMS Jumeira Primary School fees in 2026-2027?

Annual tuition at GEMS Jumeira Primary School ranges from AED 44,200 (FS 1) to AED 55,714 (FS2) for 2026-2027, across 8 year groups, or about AED 3,683 to AED 4,643 a month. All 8 grade fees are unchanged from 2025-2026. Figures are annual tuition from the school's official fee schedule. Confirm extras such as transport and uniform with the school.

What is GEMS Jumeira Primary School's KHDA inspection rating?

KHDA rated GEMS Jumeira Primary School "Outstanding" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its 12th consecutive "Outstanding". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

What did KHDA inspectors say about GEMS Jumeira Primary School in 2023-2024?

GEMS Jumeira Primary School was rated outstanding overall. Inspectors praised excellent leadership, governance, and student achievement in English, mathematics and science, along with strong personal development. Arabic attainment and progress lag behind other subjects, and not all middle leaders yet have the capacity to drive further school improvement. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: highly effective senior leadership and governance; high levels of student achievement and learning skills in most subjects, with improved progress in Islamic Education; commitment to an inclusive culture where all individuals are valued; students' excellent personal development and social skills, particularly in Foundation Stage; stimulating and cohesive learning environment.

What was GEMS Jumeira Primary School asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: improve the National Agenda Parameter (NAP) benchmark and New Group Reading Test (NGRT) results; improve the capacity of middle leaders to ensure quality provision in their areas of responsibility; minimise achievement gaps among student groups in Arabic; improve and track students' progress in Arabic reading and writing skills; refine mental mathematics skills so students can develop faster problem-solving.

Has GEMS Jumeira Primary School improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 1 of the 43 indicators rated in both reports improved, 0 declined and 42 kept the same rating. Improvements include Islamic Education — Progress (Primary) from Good to Very good. Enrolment went from 1,450 to 1,466 students (+1%). Of the 3 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 2 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings and 0 were followed by a measurable improvement.

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At a Glance

From the 2023-2024 inspection profile

Grades

FS1 to Year 6

Age

3 to 11

Students

1,466

Genders

Boys and girls

Curriculum

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

Rachel Sian Higgins

Since 9/1/2016

Opening year

1996

Teachers

97 (+83 assistants)

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

British

Largest nationality students

Emirati students

Determination students

140

Accreditation

BSO

Curriculum examinations

Last inspection: 27 to 01 December 2023

About GEMS Jumeira Primary School

Last updated 2 November 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology

Latest from GEMS Jumeira Primary School

Facts reported by the school on its own channels, summarised by BestSchool.ae with a link to each source.

26 Oct 2026Award

U11 basketball team wins every game at Dubai School Games

The school's U11 basketball team delivered outstanding performances at the Dubai School Games tournament, winning every game. The team was praised for fantastic teamwork, sportsmanship and determination from start to finish.

Source: Instagram

Grade Level

2025-2026

Annual Fees 2026-2027

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

FS 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

44,200 AED

~3,683 AED

FS22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

YEAR 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

YEAR 22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

YEAR 32026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

YEAR 42026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

YEAR 52026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

YEAR 62026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

55,714 AED

~4,643 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated GEMS Jumeira Primary School "Outstanding" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its 12th consecutive "Outstanding". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Outstanding

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