Accreditations

Eco-Schools

Eco-Schools

Eco-Schools is the largest global sustainable schools programme – it starts in the classroom and expands to the community by engaging the next generation in action-based learning.

  

BSME

BSME

GEMS Al Barsha National School is a member of British Schools Middle East. This organisation supports a network of high quality British international schools in the region and is an invaluable partnership between member schools and business partners specialising in educational services, products and tools.

Pearson EdexcelPearson Edexcel

UK’s largest awarding organisation offering academic, vocational and work-based learning qualifications, including BTEC, Edexcel and LCCI.  GEMS Al Barsha National School is approved to deliver their courses.

Oxford AQAOxford AQA International Examinations

GEMS Al Barsha National School is approved to offer courses offered by Oxford AQA, a joint venture between Oxford University Press, a department of the University of Oxford, and AQA, one of the UK's leading academic awarding bodies.

University of Cambridge International ExaminationsUniversity of Cambridge International Examinations

The School offers Cambridge International courses that are constructed and approved by part of the University of Cambridge, the organisation’s programmes and qualifications are among those that set the global standard for international education.

                                                                                                                         

British School Overseas

BSO accreditation means that GNS is officially recognised by the Department for Education (DfE) in the UK. The framework to meet these standards ensures that we are now recognised amongst the top schools in the world.

GEMS National School_BSO Report_June 2022

Optimus Wellbeing Award

GEMS Al Barsha National School has been awarded the prestigious Optimus Wellbeing Award. This recognition highlights the impact of the wellbeing strategies we implement as a school and affirms our commitment to fostering a positive environment. We will continue to prioritise wellbeing at the core of everything we do, ensuring the best for all our stakeholders..

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  • Our School

    GEMS Al Barsha National School aims to be one of the leading national schools producing future leaders of character who are confident, resilient, adaptable and ethical global citizens.

  • Welcome Message from the Principal

    A message from our Principal, Ms. Michelle Thomas 

  • vision
    Vision and Mission

    The school is committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and the introduction of skills to lead students towards happy and successful lives.

  • facilities
    School Facilities

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  • location
    Our Location

    Find us in Al Barsha South 2, Dubai

  • Senior Leadership Team

    View the profiles for each of our senior leaders

  • GEMS Alumni
    GEMS Alumni Network

    Over the course of six decades, more than 400,000 students have graduated from GEMS Schools across the world and gone on to greatness.

  • Work With Us
    Work With Us

    We are passionate about developing people and enabling individuals to become outstanding teachers

  • KHDA Inspection Report & Highlights

    We are proud of our reported progress during the latest inspection report by KHDA in 2022-2023 with 66% of inspection areas rated as good or better.

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