The Royal Standard
In Education

At GEMS Royal Dubai School, not only do we provide a nurturing environment that feels like a home away from home, our focus on academic rigour and the #RoyalStandard ensures students make exceptional academic progress. Strong partnerships between home and school enables a culture of success for all and ensures our community is centred around high performance.

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WELCOME FROM
OUR PRINCIPAL

I am delighted to welcome you to GEMS Royal Dubai School, our BSO Outstanding-rated, high-performing, inclusive and family-oriented community in the heart Al Mizhar, Mirdif. At RDS, our vibrant curriculum, delivered by exceptional British-trained teachers, enables students to make outstanding academic progress and personal development.

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The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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The Royal Journey

Into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

Read More

The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

Read More

The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

Read More

The Royal Journey

into Secondary

From the start of the academic year 2024-25, RDS has launched its new secondary provision with the introduction of Year 7 in August 2024, to be followed by Year 8 at the start of the 2025-26 academic year with our new secondary campus opening in the summer of 2026, conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from our current school.

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Design Technology
Food Technology
MUGA courts
Padel Courts
Drama / Dance Studio
MPH with stage
Swimming Pool
Makerspace Room
Textile Room
Library / Research centre

Why Gems
Royal Dubai
School?

At GEMS Royal Dubai School, student achievement is exceptionally high with rapid progress made across all phases of the school.   

In the Early Years, students perform above UK averages and in the primary and secondary school, over 75% of students achieve above curriculum standards in English, Maths and Science examinations. Equally, in Arabic and Islamic, students consistently exceed curriculum expectations placing us amongst the very top schools in Dubai for MOE subjects. 

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At GEMS Royal Dubai School, every child matters. We provide personalised attention to nurture each student's unique talents, abilities, and needs.

Our dedicated staff ensure a supportive environment where children feel valued and inspired to achieve their best. Together, we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success. 

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At GEMS Royal Dubai School, we prioritize student and staff well-being through our #RoyalStandard approach.

The #RDShineBright Wellbeing Core fosters emotional, mental, and physical health, creating a supportive environment for students to thrive. By promoting resilience and self-care, we ensure every student feels empowered to shine and succeed in all aspects of life. 

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Nurturing families from over 40 nationalities, our unique home-away-from-home, family feel ethos creates a culture where every individual is welcomed, celebrated and belongs.

Strong values permeate our curriculum and exceptional relationships with families enable students to flourish both academically and personally.

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Why Gems
Royal Dubai
School?

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

75%

of students achieve above curriculum standards in English, Maths and Science examinations

At GEMS Royal Dubai School, student achievement is exceptionally high with rapid progress made across all phases of the school.   

In the Early Years, students perform above UK averages and in the primary and secondary school, over 75% of students achieve above curriculum standards in English, Maths and Science examinations. Equally, in Arabic and Islamic, students consistently exceed curriculum expectations placing us amongst the very top schools in Dubai for MOE subjects. 

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Personalised Attention

Rated Outstanding

across all phases for Curriculum Design and Implementation and Curriculum Adaptation. 
DSIB Inspection 2023-24

At GEMS Royal Dubai School, every child matters. We provide personalised attention to nurture each student's unique talents, abilities, and needs.

Our dedicated staff ensure a supportive environment where children feel valued and inspired to achieve their best. Together, we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success. 

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Wellbeing

Rated Outstanding

Students demonstrate excellent and responsible attitudes towards school and their learning. They feel safe, valued and well supported
DSIB Inspection 2023-24

At GEMS Royal Dubai School, we prioritize student and staff well-being through our #RoyalStandard approach.

The #RDShineBright Wellbeing Core fosters emotional, mental, and physical health, creating a supportive environment for students to thrive. By promoting resilience and self-care, we ensure every student feels empowered to shine and succeed in all aspects of life. 

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Family Focused

A Diverse school

community within a warm,
family-first environment.

Nurturing families from over 40 nationalities, our unique home-away-from-home, family feel ethos creates a culture where every individual is welcomed, celebrated and belongs.

Strong values permeate our curriculum and exceptional relationships with families enable students to flourish both academically and personally.

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Explore Our
Curriculum

GEMS Royal Dubai School teaches the National Curriculum for England, complimented by specialist provision in Performing Arts, Sport and Modern Foreign Languages.

Our curriculum is enhanced by the Ministry of Education subjects of Arabic, Islamic and Moral, Social and Cultural Studies, all delivered alongside an exceptional extra-curricular programme.  

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3 to 5 years old

EYFS

Welcome to the Early Years Foundation Stage

At GEMS Royal Dubai School, our outstanding Early Years Foundation Stage offers a nurturing environment led by experienced, dedicated, and passionate staff, fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning in every child.

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5 to 11 years old

PRIMARY

Welcome to Primary

Our Primary School offers the world-class National Curriculum for England and provides an inspirational and engaging learning environment where every child is nurtured and challenged to achieve exceptionally highly.  

At the centre of our curriculum are the core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. Academic rigour and high expectations are the heart of the culture at RDS with holistic learning across the humanities, languages, performing arts, sports and wellbeing ensures we educate the whole child. 

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11 to 18 years old

SECONDARY

Welcome to Secondary

Our Secondary School offers the world-class National Curriculum for England in Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) and will offer GCSE, BTEC, A Level and vocational pathways in Key Stage 4 and 5 (Years 10-13) in the coming academic years.

Exceptionally high levels of challenge in all subject areas ensures students excel in external examinations and to successfully enter the universities of their choice. Whilst maintaining academic rigour, we also ensure a strong focus on personal development, growing well-rounded students who are prepared for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.

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LEADING WITH

VISION AND EXCELLENCE

Our team of highly qualified, globally experienced educators is committed to delivering excellence and unlocking every child’s full potential.
meet the team

Hear from
the RDS Community 

WANT TO JOIN OUR COMMUNITY?

For the past seven years, both of my daughters have been part of RDS, and I’ve had the honour of leading the FORDS Parents Association for six years. We are proud to be connected to RDS because of its high-quality education and the strong sense of community it fosters. Watching our daughters take on responsibilities and thrive in this positive environment has been truly rewarding. I love the fact that RDS has expanded into secondary and both my girls can continue their education at RDS.

Shatha Bin Arab

Coming from the UK, the transition for my children was flawless. My children have excelled in many subjects at RDS, especially Maths, English and Science due to the great relationship with teachers. The teachers at RDS are so approachable and responsive, we feel like a part of the decision-making process for our children’s education.

Ayesha Khan

As a parent, I’m so grateful for the welcoming, family feel at the school. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and always communicate effectively, keeping me informed every step of the way. I appreciate the individualised care and attention given to my daughter, helping her build confidence and independence as she starts this exciting new chapter in secondary school. 

Year 7 parent

Blogs

Insights, achievements, and stories from our thriving school community.

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2024
RDS Takes the Stage at the Dubai Opera in an Unforgettable Gala Performance!

On 20th June 2025, students from GEMS Royal Dubai School (RDS) had the honour of performing at the prestigious Dubai Opera as part of the first-ever GEMS Wellington and British Independent Performing Arts Gala — a l...

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GEMS Royal Dubai School Named GEMS School of the Year 2025!

We are proud to announce that GEMS Royal Dubai School (RDS) has been named GEMS School of the Year 2025 at the prestigious, inaugural GEMS Education Awards Ceremony, held in May 2025.

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Is Your Child Ready for Big School?

Starting school at three years old may seem early, but it sets the stage for lifelong success. At GEMS Royal Dubai School (RDS), our Foundation Stage programme nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning...

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The Future of Secondary Education

As GEMS Royal Dubai School continues expanding into Secondary, we remain committed to delivering a high-quality, personalised education. Our ‘boutique’ secondary experience offers students the best of both worlds—sp...

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Choosing the Right British Curriculum School

Selecting the best school for your child is a big decision. At GEMS Royal Dubai School, we provide an exceptional British curriculum education, ensuring students develop the skills and knowledge needed for a success...

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