WELCOME TO GEMS Al BARSHA NATIONAL SCHOOL

British Education Grounded in Emirati Values

Empowering Through
Excellence

Empowering through Excellence at GNS is about fostering a culture of high achievement and continuous improvement. We aim to provide an outstanding British education rooted in Emirati values, ensuring every student excels academically, socially, and personally. Our commitment to excellence drives us to nurture future leaders and responsible global citizens.

Michelle Thomas

Welcome to GEMS Al Barsha National School.
At GNS, we are dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and empowering them to become responsible global citizens. Our commitment to delivering a top class British education, rooted in Emirati values, ensures that every student excels academically, socially, and personally.

Desert School
Nature-Inspired Learning

Desert School Learning, similar to Forest Schools in the UK, develops technical, personal, and social skills through hands-on experiences in nature. It fosters confidence, exploration, and supported risk-taking. At GEMS Al Barsha National School, students engage with the UAE’s unique environment, learning about native flora, fauna, and cultural heritage.

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Why
GEMS Al Barsha National School?

GEMS Al Barsha National School has achieved its best-ever BTEC results. A remarkable 48% of students earned Distinction** grades, while 24% achieved Distinction* and 20% received Merit grades. Impressively, every student attained either a Merit or Distinction, with the average grade being a Distinction (equivalent to an A*).

GCSE results saw a 10% improvement from the previous year with some outstanding grades in Secondary:

85% of our students achieved grades 9-4 in English (First Language)
77% of our students achieved grades 9-4 in English (Second Language)
100% of our students achieved grades of 9-4 in Spanish, with an impressive.

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GNS is a school that is deep rooted in Emirati culture, values, heritage, and has a strong national identity. We are committed to fostering an environment where students embrace their cultural heritage while achieving academic excellence and personal growth.

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Our Foundation Stage Dual Language Programme provides a unique opportunity for all students to learn in both Arabic and English. With native English speaking teachers and Arabic speaking assistants and teachers, our students naturally develop bilingual skills through informal conversations and planned activities, fostering confidence and academic readiness.

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At GNS, our personalised pathways at KS4 and KS5 cater to each student's unique strengths and aspirations. We offer a diverse curriculum, including GCSEs, A Levels and BTECs, alongside the compulsory MOE curriculum. To ensure all our students are successful we also offer academic mentoring and study support that supports individual growth.

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academic success

48%

of students earned
Distinction** grades
in BTEC

85% of our students achieved grades 9-4 in English (First Language)
77% of our students achieved grades 9-4 in English (Second Language)
100% of our students achieved grades of 9-4 in Spanish, with an impressive.

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Culture & Values

Rooted in

Emirati culture

values, heritage, and a strong national identity.

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Dual Language Programme

A unique

dual language

programme designed to cultivate true biliteracy.

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Personalised Pathways

A diverse curriculum

that offers flexibility, catering to individual aspirations and strengths.

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EXPLORE our
Curriculum

We offer a world class education founded on the National Curriculum for England. This educational programme, from Foundation Stage through to A-Levels, is internationally recognised and will provide our students with the opportunity to access some of the finest universities in the UAE as well as overseas.

EYFS

In the Foundation Stage, we blend the English National Curriculum EYFS framework with the Ministry of Education standards in a bilingual approach. This stage focuses on play based learning, nurturing each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Through a balance of English and Arabic, students build foundational language skills and cultural awareness, promoting confidence and academic readiness for Key Stage 1.

PRIMARY

The Primary Curriculum at GNS follows the English National Curriculum, enhanced by the Ministry of Education framework for a smooth transition to our Secondary School. We use renowned programs like Read Write Inc, White Rose, and Accelerated Reader to deliver an engaging, challenging, and culturally relevant education. The use of technology supports our learning goals, preparing students for a dynamic and ever changing world.

SECONDARY

In our Secondary School, students follow the English National Curriculum, culminating in GCSE exams in Year 11 and A-Levels and BTECs in Years 12 and 13. This curriculum is globally recognised, preparing students for higher education in the UK, UAE, and beyond.

POST-16

Choosing A Levels and BTECs at GNS offers students a diverse and flexible curriculum tailored to their strengths and aspirations. These qualifications are internationally recognised, providing pathways to top universities and career opportunities. Our personalised approach ensures each student achieves their full potential.

Vision and Excellence

Our team of highly qualified, experienced educators is committed to delivering excellence and empowering every child to reach their full potential.

meet the team

Georgina Michaelides

Head of Secondary

Sarah Lewis

Head of Primary