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Questions & Answers
Common questions about GEMS International School Al Khail L.L.C, answered from KHDA inspection data:
What did KHDA inspectors highlight as this school's strengths?
According to the most recent KHDA inspection, this school's notable strengths include:
- Students’ attitudes, behaviour and work ethic, and their understanding of Islamic values and Emirati
- The care, welfare and safeguarding of the whole school community.
- The inclusivity of the school and its support for all.
- The curriculum pathways offered in DP and the subsequent improvement in achievement.
What did KHDA say the school should improve?
KHDA inspectors recommended the school work on:
- Review the curriculum in PYP and MYP to provide sufficient time for the development of key skills in all
- Ensure that teachers use assessment data effectively in modifying the curriculum to meet the needs of
- Raise teachers’ expectations and ensure consistent challenge.
- Increase students’ familiarity with the style and wording of international assessments in both English and Arabic.
How has this school's KHDA rating changed over time?
Across multiple inspection cycles, this school's KHDA rating has gone Acceptable → Good (2015 to 2022). See the full rating history above for year-by-year detail.
How does the school perform across different age groups?
KHDA rates each phase separately for attainment and progress in core subjects:
- Foundation Stage — islamic education attainment: Not Applicable, english attainment: Very Good, learning skills attainment: Very Good
- Primary — islamic education attainment: Acceptable, english attainment: Good, learning skills attainment: Good
- Secondary — islamic education attainment: Weak, english attainment: Good, learning skills attainment: Good
- Post 16 — islamic education attainment: Acceptable, english attainment: Good, learning skills attainment: Very Good
How competitive is admission to GEMS International School Al Khail L.L.C?
High Demand. Apply 12+ months ahead. Waitlist likely. Admission-difficulty score: 50/100.
What is the student-to-teacher ratio?
This school's overall student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1 across 195 teachers (plus 110 teaching assistants).
Where is the school and what's the nearest metro?
Located in HADAEQ SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID (حدائق الشيخ محمد بن راشد), a community of 1,563 residents. The nearest Dubai Metro stop is Noor Bank on the Red Line, 4.6 km away.
Is the school accredited and what exams do students sit?
Accreditation: IB, CIS. External exams: IBDP, IBCP.