GEMS International School - Al Khail (GIS)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$14K – US$22K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3–18
Students: ~2,200
Location: Al Khail, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
GEMS International School Al Khail is an IB World School in Dubai Hills Estate offering the full IB continuum from KG to Grade 12, with fees ranging from AED 52,415-79,488. While it benefits from specialized facilities like a new Space Lab and personalized support programs, its 'Acceptable' KHDA rating from 2017 places it below peer GEMS schools that have achieved 'Outstanding' status.
Established in 2013 as GEMS Education's second all-through IB World School, GIS Al Khail shares a campus with GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail and GEMS New Millennium School Al Khail in Dubai Hills Estate. The school offers the complete IB pathway including Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career Programme, alongside BTEC qualifications for alternative post-16 routes. Under Principal Simon Herbert's leadership, the school emphasizes inquiry-based learning in early years and personalized progression pathways to international universities.
The school serves a predominantly Indian student population with UK-qualified teaching staff, maintaining a 22% teacher turnover rate. Recent facility investments include a Space Lab opened in July 2024 by UAE astronauts, reflecting the school's focus on STEM education. GIS Al Khail provides inclusive education support through in-class interventions, therapy links, and specialist programs at no additional cost, while organizing students into houses and offering mentoring to maintain personalized attention despite its size.
What parents value
- –Full IB continuum from KG to Grade 12 with BTEC alternatives
- –Specialized facilities including new Space Lab for advanced STEM learning
- –Inclusive education support with interventions at no extra cost
- –Personalized learning through houses, mentoring, and small group support
- –Established 10+ year track record as IB World School
- –Campus sharing with other GEMS schools providing diverse curriculum options
Points of consideration
- –KHDA rating of 'Acceptable' from 2017 inspection lags behind peer GEMS schools
- –Higher fee bracket (AED 52,415-79,488) compared to some Dubai IB alternatives
- –22% teacher turnover rate may affect continuity
- –No recent IB Diploma results publicly available for comparison
- –Located in Dubai Hills Estate requiring transport from central areas
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre KG | 3 | 14,272 |
| KG 1 | 3 | 14,786 |
| KG 2 | 4 | 14,786 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | 16,072 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 16,072 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 16,072 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 16,072 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 19,286 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 19,286 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | 19,286 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | 19,286 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | 20,572 |
| Grade 10 | 15 | 20,572 |
| Grade 11 | 16 | 21,644 |
| Grade 12 | 17 | 21,644 |
Fees converted from AED. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 143 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Dubai's international schools serve a highly diverse student body drawn from over 180 nationalities. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Nevita Pandya MBE - CEO/Principal
Nevita Pandya MBE serves as CEO/Principal of GEMS International School – Al Khail, an IB World School in Dubai. She leads the school into an exciting new chapter, inspired by the community's warmth, ambition, and dedication.