Gems Royal Dubai School, Dubai

The grading system at the school is as follows- 

The curriculum at GEMS Royal Dubai School follows the National Curriculum for England, focusing on strong academics and personal growth. It is divided into the Foundation Stage (FS1 and FS2) and Key Stages 1 and 2 (Year 1 to Year 6). Young children learn through play and activities that build curiosity and creativity in the Foundation Stage. Key Stages 1 and 2 focus on core subjects like English, Maths, Science, and other areas like Art, History, and Physical Education. Arabic and Islamic Studies are also taught to reflect cultural values. The curriculum helps students gain confidence, develop leadership skills, and prepare for future challenges while supporting their growth.

Here's a streamlined way of applying to the school –

• Visit the school's website and complete the online application form.
• After registering, you'll receive an email with a link to confirm your application. Upload the required documents, such as recent school reports, copies of Emirates IDs, and passport copies.
• The school will contact you to arrange an interview and/or admissions assessment for your child.
• If a place is available and your child meets the admission criteria, the school will offer a place. You'll need to pay a non-refundable registration fee to secure the seat.

Before your child starts, submit any remaining documents required by the UAE Ministry of Education, such as copies of Emirates IDs, passports, birth certificates, vaccination records, recent photographs, and school reports.

Below are the documents required to apply to Gems Royal Dubai School–

• Student's Emirates ID card
• Student's passport
• Parents' Emirates ID cards
• Parents' passports
• Student's birth certificate (copy in English or Arabic)
• Copy of student's vaccination record
• A recent passport-sized photograph of the student
• School reports for the last two years (for Year 1 and above)
• Transfer Certificate from the previous school (required on the first day of attendance)
• Application fee of AED 525 (refundable if a place is not offered)

If applicable, also provide:

• Special educational needs documents, such as Individual Education Plans
• Specialist reports (e.g., Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy)

GEMS Royal Dubai School's annual tuition runs from AED 39,328 to AED 49,588, depending on the year group. The cost of Foundation Stage 1 or FS1 is AED 39,328, while the cost of Foundation Stage 2 or FS2 through Year 6 is AED 49,588. The payments are made in three terms, with Term 1 accounting for most fees and Terms 2 and 3 for the remainder. Transport prices range from AED 7,850 to AED 10,605, uniforms cost between AED 600 and AED 2,027, and canteen fees range from AED 20 to AED 4,200. These are additional optional services. In addition, parents have the option to pay extra for school trips, academic help, and after-school activities.

Students can safely travel with the school's transport services, which School Transport Services LLC of GEMS provides. Modern safety features, including GPS tracking, electronic attendance systems, video surveillance, and emergency and sleeping child check buttons, are standard on all buses. By completing a transport form online or at the STS counter, parents can quickly register for the service. Parents who register are given information on the bus driver, the times, and the locations for pick-up and drop-off. To provide parents peace of mind, the STS app also assists them in tracking their child's journey.

GEMS Royal Dubai School offers excellent sports facilities designed to support physical activity and skill development for young students. The campus features a multi-purpose hall with a stage for school productions, outdoor fields, and tennis, basketball, and netball courts. There are two swimming pools, one shallow for beginners and young children and another full-size, temperature-controlled pool for advanced water activities. Additionally, the shaded turf area and accessible playgrounds for Foundation Stage classrooms ensure that students enjoy safe and engaging outdoor activities, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

• Telephone: +971-4-288-6499
• Email: pre_rds@gemsedu.com 
• Website: www.royaldubaischool.com 
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