Opening August 2026.
Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
GFH offers many clubs and activities. |
| Facilities at the school |
Facilities include spacious classrooms, state-of-the-art labs for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics (STEAM), art and music rooms, dedicated classrooms for language and Islamic studies, and an indoor play area for Foundation Stage. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Sporting provisions include a football pitch, multi-purpose sports halls, basketball courts, netball courts and a wealth of spaces for outdoor activities. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
GEMS Founders School Nad Al Hamar – Dubai is an international, co-educational school rooted in strong community values and committed to delivering the high standard of education synonymous with the GEMS Founders family of schools. Opening to students from FS1 Years to Year 8 (age 3-13), and growing year by year to Year 13, the school will offer the National Curriculum for England, enriched through a vibrant extended curriculum and a strong House system that fosters belonging, teamwork and pride. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Guided by The GFH Way values of Grow, Flourish and Honour, GFH will nurture both achievement and character, helping every learner become confident, curious and ready to serve to lead with honour, integrity and purpose. Students will benefit from a range of purposefully designed facilities, from innovation labs, robotics and STEM hubs supported by dedicated digital research spaces, to outdoor football pitches, a basketball court, a multipurpose hall and inspiring creative studios. Alongside a rich extended day and after-school programme, learners will have opportunities to explore their interests through sport, cadets, performing arts, entrepreneurship, robotics and innovation. GFH champions inclusion and wellbeing, creating a supportive environment where every learner feels encouraged to discover their strengths, build confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning. |