GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch
British curriculum, Jumeira Third, FS1–Year 6
Latest documents: Full Inspection Report 2023–24Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24, Parent Report 2023–24Source B: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only, Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27Source C: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Overall rating
Earlier reports
Wellbeing Dubai focus area
Inclusion Dubai focus area
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Overview
The school
- Curriculum
- British
- Year groups
- FS1–Year 6
- Languages of instruction
- English
- Founded
- 1994
- Accreditation
- BSO Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Football, Basketball, Netball, Volleyball and more, 28 confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 1,443 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 97 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 140 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 49 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- British Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- KHDA gives no share. Context only, never used in results.
- Guidance counsellors
- 3 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Rachel Sian Higgins Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 9 Jan 2016, as the report prints it.
- Principals since 2011–12
- 2 changes of principal
- Christopher McDermott, 2011–12 to 2013–14 → Catherine McKeever, 2014–15 to 2015–16 → Rachel Sian Higgins, 2017–18 to 2023–24
Contact
- Address
- Jumeira Third
- Phone and email
- +971 4 394 3500principal_jps@gemsedu.com
- As KHDA's directory listed it on 2026-09-18. Source C: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Around the school
The map shows the streets and places around the school. The same places are counted in «Within 1 km» below.
© OpenStreetMap contributors
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KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
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KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Quality
KHDA ratings in the Full Inspection Report 2023–24. Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
KHDA visits schools again from 2026–27. A full inspection gives a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not.Source KHDA, 3 June 2026 (opens in a new tab)
OverallOverall performance
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Outstanding in 10 reports and Good in 2 reports.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Outstanding in 1 report.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Outstanding in 1 report.
Checked 16 September 2026.
Ratings by phase, 2023–24KHDA rates these in each phase, with no single rating for the whole school. Phases are named as the report names them.
| Area | Foundation Stage | Primary |
|---|---|---|
| TeachingTeaching for effective learning | ||
| Assessment | ||
| CurriculumCurriculum design and implementation | ||
| Adapting the curriculumCurriculum adaptation | ||
| SafeguardingHealth and safety, including child protection |
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
KHDA in brief
KHDA’s own one-page summary of its 2023–24 inspection, written for parents, word for word. The full inspection report remains the reference. Source A: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only
Students’ achievement
Excellent achievement prevails in English, mathematics and science, both in Foundation Stage (FS) and in Primary. Student progress in Islamic education has improved to a very high level. Students continue to demonstrate excellent learning skills and problem solve, think critically and make connections across subjects and areas of learning. Children in Foundation Stage develop their communication and imagination very effectively.
Personal and social development
Children in Foundation Stage have an excellent understanding of how they can be responsible through various roles in class such as line leaders. Students are self-reliant, resilient, respectful, and polite. They show exemplary support and empathy for the needs of their peers. Students take on roles such as High Performance Learning, well-being leaders and house captains and have a positive impact in the school.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teachers possess deep subject knowledge, skillfully engaging students and fostering a dynamic learning environment. They use assessments to tailor their teaching, ensuring all learning needs are met, with effective questioning techniques enhancing understanding.
Wellbeing
Senior leaders prioritise well-being across the school, supported by a dedicated team providing emotional and behavioural aid. Students and student leaders actively engage in suggesting well-being initiatives. Parents contribute to decision-making, while staff satisfaction is high due to effective support, responsive feedback, and ingrained self-care practices.
Inclusion
Specialist teachers provide personalised interventions for diverse needs, while strong partnerships with parents enhance support. Regular, focused review meetings offer key insights into students' learning targets and progress, valued by the community. New parents report high satisfaction with academic and personal development, as progress is meticulously tracked and monitored using assessment data, target setting, and qualitative feedback, establishing a robust process that ensures successful outcomes.
Leadership and management
The highly regarded principal with her dedicated senior team sustains a high performing school committed to inclusivity. However, not all middle leaders have the capacity to fully support the drive for continuing improvement. Experienced corporate board members ensure that the school has an informed understanding of how well it performs, particularly in relation to other schools in the group.
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Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Page 1
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
School year
31 Aug 2026 to 2 Jul 2027 · 185 school days
- Other school holidays
- 12 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 20265 days
- National Day
- 2 Dec 2026 to 3 Dec 20262 days
- Winter break includes New year’s day
- 14 Dec 2026 to 1 Jan 202719 days
- Eid al-Fitr
- 8 Mar 2027 to 11 Mar 20274 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
- Spring break
- 5 Apr 2027 to 9 Apr 20275 days
- Eid al-Adha
- 17 May 2027 to 18 May 20272 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
Public holidays are tentative and subject to official government announcements (KHDA).
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KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Academics
Attainment by subject and phase, 2023–24KHDA words for each subject in each phase.
| Subject | Foundation Stage | Primary |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education | Not in this report | |
| Arabic | Not in this report | |
| English | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| Science |
Source Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Arabic at every school in Dubai: at least 4 lessons a week from Year 2 to Year 10 for a child of non-Arab nationality. Arab children have 4 to 6 lessons to Year 13; Muslim children also study Islamic Education.Source KHDA, Guidelines on National Mandatory Subjects, page 14 (opens in a new tab)
Subjects over the years
KHDA's words in every Full Inspection Report since 2015–16, each row and phase as the reports print them.
Subjects over the years, GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai BranchIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2015–16 | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentPrimary | |||||
| Islamic Education progressPrimary |
International and benchmark tests
The National Agenda section of each Full Inspection Report since 2015–16: the school's results in PISA, TIMSS, PIRLS and benchmark tests against KHDA's targets. The only results in the reports that are not an inspector's judgement.
KHDA's verdicts, 2023–24
| Aspect | Whole school | Emirati cohort |
|---|---|---|
| International and Benchmark Achievement | ||
| Leadership: International and Emirati Achievement | Not in this report | |
| Teaching and Learning: Improving reading literacy |
Registration requirements: Met Fully
- The school exceeded its Progress in International Reading Literacy Studies (PIRLS) targets and there were no Emirati students in that group.
- In terms of benchmark assessments, Year 4 in mathematics and Year 5 in English performed less well than other year groups.
- Emirati students maintained an acceptable level in mathematics but declined in English and science which resulted in an overall decline from good to acceptable.
- Although the analysis of Emirati students’ NGRT data is incomplete, the available data indicates that their progress is at an expected level.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is above expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve its UAE National Agenda targets — is above expectations
- 2017–18: Overall, the school's provision for achieving National Agenda targets — is above expectations
- 2015–16: no verdict read
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
School life
Sports and activities
What the school lists on its own website and what KHDA’s inspectors mention in their reports. An activity missing here may still be offered.
Ball sports
- Football · Year 3 and Year 4
- Basketball · Year 3 and Year 4
- Netball · girls only, Year 3 and Year 4
- Volleyball · Year 3 and Year 4
- Cricket · Year 1 and Year 2
- Rugby · boys only, Year 3 and Year 4
- Hockey · Year 3 and Year 4
Water sports
- Swimming · Enrichment Swimming · FS1-2
- Water polo · Year 5 and Year 6
- Sailing & paddling · kayaking
Racket sports
- Tennis · Year 3 and Year 4
- Badminton · Year 3 and Year 4
Individual sports
- Athletics · Year 1 and Year 2
- Gymnastics · Year 1 and Year 2
- Martial arts · KARATE
- Climbing · abseiling
- Cycling · mountain biking
- Yoga & fitness · Yoga
Dance
- Dance (other) · dance clubs · accessed through our ASA Programme
Theatre
- Drama · Theatrical productions
- Musicals · musical productions
Music
- Choir & singing · choir · Singing
- Orchestra & bands · recorder club
- Instrument lessons · private instrumental tuition · offered at school
Art & design
- Art · 3D Paper Craft · teacher-led activities
- Photography & film · Animation
Science & technology
- Robotics
- Coding
Facilities
- Swimming pool
· - Playing field
- Sports courts
- Sports hall
- Music rooms
Also mentioned: Arabic Calligraphy, Games & Construction, Team building games, zip line, Junior Duke Awards, Skiing and Multi-Sports, Sports Leadership Program, Lacrosse, Lifesaving Skills, Games Club
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School website, read 23 September 2026
Checked 23 September 2026.
What the school offers
As the 2023–24 inspection report mentions them. Inspectors name these in passing, so this is not the school's full list: something not named here may still be offered. A line's page opens the report's sentence.
Languages besides English
- Arabic · The Arabic curriculum is introduced to children in FS encompassing listening, speaking, writing, vocabulary and phonics. It includes one lesson of 40 minutes per week for FS2, and four lessons of 40 minutes for Year 1.
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- Comprehensive and rigorous assessment procedures enable the identification of students of determination and those with gifts and talents. p. 18
- This information supports individualised education and student plans. p. 18
- Personalised interventions by specialist teachers ensure that students with more complex needs are effectively supported. p. 19
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 10
Checked 16 September 2026.
On the school's website
What the school says about itself on jumeirahprimaryschool.com, read on 22 September 2026. The school's own words, not checked by KHDA; a figure here is the school's own count. The site's name beside a line opens that page.
Admissions
- «FS1 2026-2027 academic year is now open.» jumeirahprimaryschool.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «GEMS Jumeirah Primary School conducts school tours every weekday Mon-Fri at 10am.» jumeirahprimaryschool.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Applications are now open for FS1,FS2,Year 1 2027/2028 academic year.» jumeirahprimaryschool.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Applications for all year groups for the 2026–2027 academic year are open to join the waitlist.» jumeirahprimaryschool.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
School buses
- «Email: sde-jps@sts-group.com» jumeirahprimaryschool.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Telephone : + 971 552207480» jumeirahprimaryschool.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
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School website, read 22 September 2026
Checked 22 September 2026.
Fees
Tuition across 8 year groupsNote 1
AED 44,200 to AED 55,714Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
FS1 to Year 6, 2026–27
Tuition is the same as in 2025–26 for every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch, 2026–27 compared with 2025–26
| Year group | 2026–27Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27 | 2025–26Source B: Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26 |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Stage | ||
| FS1 | AED 44,200 | AED 44,200 |
| FS2 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
| Primary | ||
| Year 1 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
| Year 2 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
| Year 3 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
| Year 4 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
| Year 5 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
| Year 6 | AED 55,714 | AED 55,714 |
Checked 16 September 2026.
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The range names the lowest and highest tuition on one Fees Fact Sheet. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Tuition for 8 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 8 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Change compares the same year group in the two fact sheets. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
What a year costs, 2026–27
Choose a year group above to see KHDA's total for it, what the school requires you to buy, and the services you can add.
Findings
7 findings in the last report: 5 strengths, 2 development points.
Leadership and self-evaluation
Note 11 strength, 1 development point
Strength
Highly effective senior leadership and governance
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Development required
Improve the capacity of middle leaders for ensuring the quality of provision in their areas of responsibility.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Attainment and progress
1 strength
Strength
High levels of student achievement and learning skills in most subjects, and improved progress in Islamic Education
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Personal development and wellbeing
2 strengths
Strength
The commitment to an inclusive culture where all individuals are valued
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
StrengthFS
Students’ excellent personal development and social skills, particularly in FS
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Staffing, facilities and resources
1 strength
Strength
The stimulating and cohesive learning environment
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
External benchmark tests
1 development point
Development required
Improve the National Agenda Parameter (NAP) benchmark and the New Group Reading Test (NGRT) results.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Findings from 1 of 9 reports
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Topics follow the order of the KHDA inspection framework, not how good or bad a finding is.
History
12 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2008–09 to 2023–24.
History of GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai BranchOverall rating by academic year, newest first
- 2026–27Inspections resume this year. No report yet.
- 2024–25 and 2025–26KHDA paused full inspections. The 2023–24 rating is still the latest. About the pause
- 2023–24Same as 2022–23Note 1Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- 2022–23Same as 2018–19Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2019–20 to 2021–22No inspection.
- 2018–19Same as 2017–18Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- 2017–18Same as 2016–17Full Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- 2016–17Same as 2015–16Report not online
- 2015–16Same as 2014–15Full Inspection Report 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)
- Six-level scale starts in 2015–16. Earlier reports used four levels.
- 2014–15Same as 2013–14Full Inspection Report 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)
- 2013–14Same as 2012–13Full Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- 2012–13Same as 2011–12Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- 2011–12Same as 2010–11Full Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- 2010–11Up from GoodFull Inspection Report 2010–11 (opens in a new tab)
- 2009–10Same as 2008–09Full Inspection Report 2009–10 (opens in a new tab)
- 2008–09First reportFull Inspection Report 2008–09 (opens in a new tab)
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Change compares each report with the school’s previous report. Years with no inspection are skipped, never counted as a change.
Snapshots by year
Students and staff by academic year, GEMS Jumeira Primary School - Dubai Branch
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 1,443 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 1,466 | 97 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 1,458 | 101 | 11% |
| 2021–22 | 1,456 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 1,346 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 1,447 | Not available | Not available |
| 2018–19 | 1,452 | 99 | 12% |
| 2017–18 | 1,439 | 99 | Not available |
| 2016–17 | 1,411 | Not available | Not available |
| 2015–16 | 1,398 | 89 | 23% |
| 2014–15 | 1,452 | 92 | 26% |
| 2013–14 | 1,414 | Not available | Not available |
| 2012–13 | 1,409 | Not available | Not available |
| 2011–12 | 1,339 | Not available | Not available |
| 2010–11 | 1,328 | Not available | Not available |
Not available: KHDA did not publish that figure for the year.
Sources
Every document behind this page. Official documents open on the KHDA site in a new tab.
Full Inspection Reports · PDF, English
- Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2010–11 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2009–10 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2008–09 (opens in a new tab)
Not online: the 2016–17 report. The timeline takes that year’s rating from KHDA’s open data.
Parent Reports · PDF, English
A shorter summary for parents. Findings and answers use the Full Inspection Report.
Fees Fact Sheets · web page, English
KHDA school directory · web page, English
KHDA school directory 2026–27 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2024–25 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)