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GEMS - Brochure - India
GEMS - Brochure - India
GEMS - Brochure - India
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BIGGER WORLD
WELCOME TO GEMS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
When it comes to learning in the 21st century, GEMS Education has always led the way with its proven
experience in running award-winning schools. Creating institutions of learning with an approach that
focuses not only on academic excellence but also on helping students develop character, creativity,
Inspired by the same focus and driven by the same commitment towards a child’s future, GEMS
For a student to be a part of GEMS International School equals being a part of the larger network of
1,51,000 students from across 160 nationalities. All our teachers meet the international quality
standards set by GEMS Education. And have access to the resources and learnings of 13,000 education
professionals, experts and advisors from around the world. The facilities and the infrastructure of the
5 acre school as well as the quality of education, all are in sync with GEMS schools across the world.
At GEMS International School, our children belong to a bigger world of opportunities and possibilities.
UK
London
France Poland
Chicago Switzerland Azerbaijan
New York
USA Qatar
China
Libya
Egypt UAE
Oman Phillipines
Saudia Arabia India
Malaysia
Nigeria
Singapore
Uganda Kenya
happy, caring and stimulating environment. for success through development-appropriate instructions.
GEMS Modern Academy, Dubai Our Own English High School, Dubai GEMS World Academy, Dubai
GEMS Wellington International School, Dubai GEMS World Academy, Chicago GEMS World Academy - Etoy, Switzerland
itself, but also his or her family and the wider community.
I represented Serbia at tha London 2012 Olympics. I am a senior partner at the world’s largest law firm.
and continuously enhance their skills with our Professional Development Programmes:
#TeachersMatter
GEMS Education is the biggest partner of the Varkey Foundation which presents the Global Teacher Prize – an award of its kind
set up to recognise exceptional teachers and their outstanding contribution in an effort to draw attention to the importance
of teachers in society.
Nancie Atwell, teacher at The Center for Teaching and Learning in Edgecomb, Maine, United States, being presented the Global
Teachers Prize USD 1 Million by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of
the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, Former President Bill Clinton, Honorary Chairman, Varkey Foundation and His
Excellency Padmashri Dr. Sunny Varkey, Founder and Group Chairman, GEMS Education and Founder, Varkey Foundation.
PARENTAL
ENGAGEMENT
PROGRAMME Our students learn the lessons of life from the best
teacher – YOU.
It is our constant endeavour to facilitate your role as a parent. Our aim is to help your child stay motivated, add years to his or her learning, earn higher
This relationship between you, your child and us, forms the core of our Parental Engagement Programme:
Opportunities
to connect globally
with GEMS schools Co-curricular
on UK’s EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stages) curriculum and learning and undergo different levels of professional
for 2-5 year olds. It lays emphasis on children’s intrinsic quality development. They recognise the importance of nurturing
of curiosity which leads to creativity in the later years. children as individuals and are persistent in their approach
to meet the diverse learning needs. They work in partnership
Curriculum
The programme is run through play-based exploration and The Little GEMS Curriculum is based on the children
enquiry approach establishing cross-curricular learning across developing new skills. First they acquire knowledge, then use
7 key areas - Personal, Social & Emotional Development, it to develop and acquire skills, this leads to enhanced
Literacy, Communication and Language, Mathematics, understanding and enables application of their learning to new
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STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
Pre KG – 1:9 | KG I to Grade I - 1:12
to challenge students and stimulate their interests. Through our specially designed curriculum the students experience the joy of learning, gain a deep
understanding of important concepts, learn to accept personal responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes and are guided by motivated, well-
trained, and nurturing teachers. Our students understand the relationship between ethics and academics, are at ease with speaking, singing, acting,
dancing, and performing before a group, can communicate in an open, honest, and respectful manner and are able to appreciate differences between
Our Learning to Learn approach to teaching promotes critical thinking and creativity; encourages research-based classroom transactions and teaches
The programme is designed to match learning styles and integrates technology in the classroom while fostering respect for culture and tradition,
SOCIAL
STUDIES
SCIENCE
LANGUAGES:
MATHEMATICS ENGLISH AND HINDI /
FRENCH / SANSKRIT
FOCUS AREAS
ICT PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
MUSIC
ART &
DESIGN
THE SECONDARY SCHOOL AND THE SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
Grade IX To Grade XII
The knowledge and skills gained during the Middle School Senior Secondary become more specialised in academics and
years equip students with a firm academic base to pursue a focus on their eventual career choices.
Co-Curricular
Co-curricular activities help develop a sense of belonging and academic success. We enable this with our structured exposure to
physical education, performing arts, visual arts, public speaking and leadership training.
Collaborative Learning
Classrooms are furnished with ergonomic furniture that can be rearranged to facilitate group learning. Collaborative learning encourages
the development of GEMS Leadership Qualities of teamwork, cooperation, communication, conflict management and trust.
ICT Integration
ICT Infrastructure reflects the Next-Generation Technologies for Next Generation Learning. Our well-structured ICT vision acknowledges
Information & Communication Technology as a powerful tool to enhance teaching and learning.
Multipurpose Halls, exploration and discovery zones, activity rooms, learning spaces, multiple laboratories and resource centres
allow for different cognitive learning styles: visual, social, aural and kinesthetic.
Dance Studio
OUR Dance is the most natural way to stay fit. Training at our school also
Drama Room
Science Laboratories The skills of communication are best refined through drama.
It contributes to almost any subject or profession that our students
Three spacious and well-equipped laboratories provide the necessary
may undertake in the future.
facilities for demonstration, experimentation and project work for
Math Laboratory
ICT Facilities
Often students dislike mathematics as a subject. We simplify the
All classrooms are equipped with multimedia projectors and internet learning and understanding of mathematical concepts in our math
facilities. Each teacher is provided with a laptop to enhance the laboratory, enabling students to easily apply these concepts to daily life.
quality of teaching learning. Our ICT laboratory is equipped with
sufficient machines with latest processors, LCD screens, high speed
internet access and a wide range of interactive teaching aids. Outdoor KG Play Area
Music Studio
Training in music helps parts of the brain that deal with language,
reasoning and memory. It also contributes towards learning in other
subjects. Our school also encourages students to develop an
appreciation of all forms of music.
Physical Education
A good academic education needs to be supplemented with research-based sports and fitness programmes. With a team of sports experts,
educators and professionals, we have four physical education programmes divided as per age and class:
Ÿ From 7 years onward focus is on the technical aspects of different sports, using video analysis to review technical progress
Ÿ Athletics, badminton, basketball, cricket, football, tennis and swimming pool (upcoming) facility
Cafeteria
Our cafeteria has a capacity of 384 kids and provides hygienic and healthy food.
Ÿ RFID Cards, CCTV footage, panic switches and real-time SMS alerts are underway – to be implemented by mid August, 2015
Learn. Aspire. Be.
“Members of our Clinton Global Initiative have made hundreds of commitments that have opened the doors to education for
more than 8 million young people around the world. The support of Mr. Varkey and GEMS Education will help us do even more
to address this and other pressing issues.”
“It is rather unique, this organization that Mr. Varkey and his family has put together. The fact is they are providing really high
quality education and they are doing it in a way that I think is very interesting, very innovative and actually very exciting and
Tony Blair, Former UK Prime Minister, Founder of the Tony Blair Faith Foundation
“I have visited many GEMS schools and I have found each one of them well led, well resourced and well regarded by the
community it serves. It has been a pleasure and a privilege to work closely with GEMS World Academy, well on the way to