FACILITIES
With a campus spread out over 42,000 m² of land within Al Barsha South, our Academy provides world class facilities which optimise and enhance the student learning experience.
We encourage our students to explore their interests and unleash their full potential, offering them the opportunity to take advantage of our extensive learning tools and resources. Explore the following links to learn more about our campus and facilities
Within our state-of-the-art, 21st century learning environment, a diverse student body with over 92 nationalities and a welcoming community spirit, each and every student participates in their educational journey as an active learner, embracing the opportunities and experiences facilitated by our multi-cultural, multi-lingual international staff of passionate educators.
Courtyard Play Area
Atrium
Senior School Auditorium
Astroturf
Padel Court
Parent Lounge
Library
Cafeteria
Swimming Pool
Science Laboratory
Markers Space
Key Facilities
- 112 Classrooms
- 600+ seat Auditorium
- 3D Planetarium
- Advanced Design Technology Labs
- 7 custom-built Science Labs
- 50m Olympic-sized Swimming Pool
- Music Recording Studio
- Main Gym with three smaller “side” gyms
- State-of-the-art Cafeteria
Science and Technology Facilities
Science and technology are advancing at a faster rate than ever before, so it is more important than ever before that our students have access to the most up-to-date equipment and learning tools.
Our high-tech, child-centred campus includes a wide range of science and technology resources and facilities that have been designed to ensure that our students can fully embrace 21st century learning and prepare themselves for their future roles, whatever they may be.
Our students have access to
- Specialist early-years computers for KG children
- 4 IT Labs, 3 Mac Labs, 2 Language Labs and a Design Technology Lab
- ICT resources for both personal study and group work
- 70-seat, technologically advanced Planetarium
- You are welcome to visit and see our interactive classrooms in action. Just ask one of our helpful team members
Sports Facilities
GEMS students are active students
Sport and physical education play a crucial role in our curriculum as it allows our students to explore their talents, develop their skills and enhance their abilities whilst enjoying an active, healthy lifestyle.
Our state-of-the-art athletic facilities include:
- An Olympic-sized 50m swimming pool with 6 racing lanes (under refurbishment)
- Diving blocks
- Three flood-lit tennis courts
- Basketball court
- Junior gym
- Fitness centre
- 8m rock climbing wall
- Two indoor, air-conditioned courts
- 400m weatherproof, rubberised running track
- Full-size astroturf sports field
- Cricket Nets
All of our students should be able to enjoy physical education and extra-curricular sports activities regardless of their level of skill and experience. For this reason, we ensure that all activities are held within a nurturing, encouraging and inclusive environment.
For more information about any of our Academy sports facilities, or if you are interested in hiring the facilities for clubs or activities, please get in touch with our team.