GEMS Royal Dubai School

Q: Where is GEMS Royal Dubai School - Dubai Branch located in Dubai?

GEMS Royal Dubai School is located in Mirdif & Eastern Suburbs , operating in Mirdif serving families across Mirdif, Al Warqa , Shorooq, and the eastern Dubai suburbs.

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

The school delivers the British curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, covering Foundation Stage through GCSE and A-Level qualifications.

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

Students enrol from FS1 to Year 13 , covering ages 3 to 18 across all educational stages.

Q: What are the tuition fees at GEMS Royal Dubai School - Dubai Branch?

Annual fees range from AED 40,000 to AED 76,763 , depending on year group. Additional charges may apply.

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

GEMS Royal Dubai School is best suited for families in Mirdif seeking quality British primary and middle school education. The school attracts residents of Mirdif , Al Warqa , and Shorooq who value nurturing British education within the GEMS network.

Also known as royal gems dubai

4.0

2023-2024Very good

Curriculum

British

Annual Fees

40K - 77K AED

Location

Al Mizhar

About GEMS Royal Dubai School

Last updated 15 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

GEMS Royal Dubai School is a British school located in Al Mizhar, established in 2005. This primary school serves families by welcoming boys and girls aged 3 to 11 across FS1 to Year 6, with a current enrollment of 846 pupils.

The curriculum adheres to the English National Curriculum, covering EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. The school is committed to preparing children for a smooth transition to Year 7, ensuring they are well-equipped for future academic challenges.

GEMS Royal Dubai School holds BSO and COBIS accreditation and has received a "Very Good" rating for the 2023-2024 academic year. Examinations include GL and ABT, providing a robust assessment framework for students.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 40,000 to AED 76,763, depending on the year group. The campus is conveniently accessible for families from Al Mizhar 3, Al Mizhar First, and Al Mizhar Second.

Location

Al Mizhar

Latest from GEMS Royal Dubai School

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

22 Jul 2025Accreditation
Royal Dubai School holds Outstanding ratings from BSO and KHDA
The school states it has been rated Outstanding in all categories by British Schools Overseas (BSO), and that its Early Years foundation stage is rated Outstanding by Dubai's KHDA.
Source: YouTube
16 May 2025New campus
GEMS Royal Dubai School to open dedicated Secondary School site in August 2026
The school announced a purpose-built Secondary School facility set to open in August 2026, designed with modern learning spaces to support academic rigour, personalised support and future readiness as its secondary provision expands.
Source: YouTube

Fees & Admissions

The academic year of some recorded fees has not been verified against its source. Confirm current rates with the school before using them.

Grade Level	Annual Fees (recorded)	Est. Monthly
ECC (2-3)2026-2027 (year unverified)	40,000 AED	~3,333 AED
FS 12026-2027 (year unverified)	40,252 AED	~3,354 AED
FS22026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 12026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 22026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 32026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 42026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 52026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 62026-2027 (year unverified)	50,753 AED	~4,229 AED
YEAR 72026-2027 (year unverified)	76,762 AED	~6,397 AED
YEAR 82026-2027 (year unverified)	76,763 AED	~6,397 AED
YEAR 92026-2027 (year unverified)	76,763 AED	~6,397 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated GEMS Royal Dubai School "Very good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its second consecutive "Very good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009; its best rating was "Outstanding" in 2015-2016.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Very good

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What inspectors found in 2023-2024

Strengths noted by inspectors

Outstanding progress made by children in Foundation Stage in English, mathematics and science
Students' enthusiasm and outstanding learning skills, making meaningful connections and deepening understanding
Students' exemplary behaviour, respect for UAE heritage and culture, and outstanding commitment to sustainability and conservation
Well-planned curriculum providing very good support and guidance for all students, especially students of determination
Commitment and effectiveness of leaders working in partnership with parents

What the school was asked to improve

Accelerate students' progress and raise their attainment
Improve the consistency of teaching
Ensure the National Agenda action plan has specific, measurable targets with defined timescales
Ensure the progress of Emirati students is maximised in all subjects, particularly reading
Enhance all classroom climates where wellbeing can flourish

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–23), inspected 22 to 26 January 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 43 performance indicators rated in both reports, 2 improved, 0 declined and 41 kept the same rating.

Students

917 → 846

-71 (-8%)

Teachers

62 → 56

-6 (-10%)

Students of determination

80 → 73

-7 (-9%)

Emirati students

239 → 230

-9 (-4%)

Improved

Arabic as a First Language — Progress · Primary: Good → Very good
Mathematics — Attainment · Primary: Good → Very good

Did GEMS Royal Dubai School act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 1 show an improvement, 4 no change yet.

Review assessment processes, especially in Primary, to ensure achievement data is accurate and used effectivelyNo change yet
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2023-2024
Ensure all leaders have a secure understanding of best practices in teaching, curriculum and assessmentNo change yet
10 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Improve systems for monitoring the quality of teachingNo change yet
4 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Close attainment gaps between different groups of students in Islamic EducationNo change yet
3 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Help students use their learning skills to raise attainment in English, mathematics and scienceImproved
Mathematics — Attainment (Primary): Good → Very good

Performance standards by year (44 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2022-2023	2023-2024
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Attainment	Primary	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	Primary	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Primary	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Primary	Good	Very good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Primary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Primary	Good	Good
English — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Very good	Very good
English — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
English — Attainment	Primary	Very good	Very good
English — Progress	Primary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Attainment	Primary	Good	Very good
Mathematics — Progress	Primary	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Attainment	Primary	Very good	Very good
Science — Progress	Primary	Very good	Very good
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	Very good	Very good
Assessment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Assessment	Primary	Very good	Very good
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
Inclusion of students of determination
Provision and outcomes for students of determination	Whole school	Outstanding	—
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Very good	Very good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Parents and the community	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
Governance	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Very good

This school was rated very good overall. Foundation Stage children make outstanding progress, but achievement in Primary is more variable, especially in English, mathematics and science. Personal development, care, curriculum and parent partnerships are outstanding, while leadership consistency and assessment accuracy across the school need improvement.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Children's excellent experience in the Foundation Stage
Students' outstanding personal development and learning skills
The learning environment and excellent systems for care, support, wellbeing and safety
The breadth of the curriculum and outstanding specialist facilities
Partnerships with parents

What the school was asked to improve

Review assessment processes, especially in Primary, to ensure achievement data is accurate and used effectively
Ensure all leaders have a secure understanding of best practices in teaching, curriculum and assessment
Improve systems for monitoring the quality of teaching
Close attainment gaps between different groups of students in Islamic Education
Help students use their learning skills to raise attainment in English, mathematics and science

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 1–20), inspected 16 to 20 January 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Very good

2019-2020Outstanding

2018-2019Outstanding

2017-2018Outstanding

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is GEMS Royal Dubai School - Dubai Branch located in Dubai?

GEMS Royal Dubai School is located in Mirdif & Eastern Suburbs, operating in Mirdif serving families across Mirdif, Al Warqa, Shorooq, and the eastern Dubai suburbs.

What curriculum does GEMS Royal Dubai School - Dubai Branch offer?

The school delivers the British curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, covering Foundation Stage through GCSE and A-Level qualifications.

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

Students enrol from FS1 to Year 13, covering ages 3 to 18 across all educational stages.

What are the tuition fees at GEMS Royal Dubai School - Dubai Branch?

Annual fees range from AED 40,000 to AED 76,763, depending on year group. Additional charges may apply.

Who is GEMS Royal Dubai School - Dubai Branch best suited for?

GEMS Royal Dubai School is best suited for families in Mirdif seeking quality British primary and middle school education. The school attracts residents of Mirdif, Al Warqa, and Shorooq who value nurturing British education within the GEMS network.

What is GEMS Royal Dubai School's KHDA inspection rating?

What did KHDA inspectors say about GEMS Royal Dubai School in 2023-2024?

GEMS Royal Dubai School was rated very good overall by KHDA. Foundation Stage children make outstanding progress, and students demonstrate outstanding learning skills, personal development, and commitment to sustainability. Inspectors recommended accelerating progress, raising attainment, and improving consistency of teaching, along with strengthening National Agenda planning and Emirati students' achievement. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: outstanding progress made by children in Foundation Stage in English, mathematics and science; students' enthusiasm and outstanding learning skills, making meaningful connections and deepening understanding; students' exemplary behaviour, respect for UAE heritage and culture, and outstanding commitment to sustainability and conservation; well-planned curriculum providing very good support and guidance for all students, especially students of determination; commitment and effectiveness of leaders working in partnership with parents.

What was GEMS Royal Dubai School asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: accelerate students' progress and raise their attainment; improve the consistency of teaching; ensure the National Agenda action plan has specific, measurable targets with defined timescales; ensure the progress of Emirati students is maximised in all subjects, particularly reading; enhance all classroom climates where wellbeing can flourish.

Has GEMS Royal Dubai School improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 2 of the 43 indicators rated in both reports improved, 0 declined and 41 kept the same rating. Improvements include Arabic as a First Language — Progress (Primary) from Good to Very good, Mathematics — Attainment (Primary) from Good to Very good. Enrolment went from 917 to 846 students (-8%). Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings and 1 was 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

846

Genders

Boys and girls

Curriculum

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

Jan Steel

Since 8/1/2022

Opening year

2005

Teachers

56 (+37 assistants)

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

British

Largest nationality students

Emirati

Emirati students

230

Determination students

Accreditation

BSO, COBIS

Curriculum examinations

GL, ABT

Last inspection: 22 to 26 January 2024

About GEMS Royal Dubai School

Last updated 15 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

Latest from GEMS Royal Dubai School

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

22 Jul 2025Accreditation

Royal Dubai School holds Outstanding ratings from BSO and KHDA

The school states it has been rated Outstanding in all categories by British Schools Overseas (BSO), and that its Early Years foundation stage is rated Outstanding by Dubai's KHDA.

Source: YouTube

16 May 2025New campus

GEMS Royal Dubai School to open dedicated Secondary School site in August 2026

The school announced a purpose-built Secondary School facility set to open in August 2026, designed with modern learning spaces to support academic rigour, personalised support and future readiness as its secondary provision expands.

Source: YouTube

Grade Level

Annual Fees (recorded)

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

ECC (2-3)2026-2027 (year unverified)

40,000 AED

~3,333 AED

FS 12026-2027 (year unverified)

40,252 AED

~3,354 AED

FS22026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 12026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 22026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 32026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 42026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 52026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 62026-2027 (year unverified)

50,753 AED

~4,229 AED

YEAR 72026-2027 (year unverified)

76,762 AED

~6,397 AED

YEAR 82026-2027 (year unverified)

76,763 AED

~6,397 AED

YEAR 92026-2027 (year unverified)

76,763 AED

~6,397 AED

Inspection Report

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Very good

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