GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch
GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch is a British curriculum private school in Al Barsha South, Dubai. Rated Acceptable by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 45,428–67,060.
Fee notes
2026-27 KHDA fact sheets, checked 12 October 2026. Tuition shown is payable tuition after any discount explicitly published in each sheet. Gross tuition and the published discount are retained separately. Fixed compulsory charges are separate; optional supplies, services, variable examination charges and enrolment charges are excluded. Confirm discount eligibility and current intake with admissions. Approved fee grades are not evidence of current admissions availability.
Parent sentiment: Mixed.
What parents praise
- Dedicated staff
- Strong sense of belonging
- Academic performance
- Positive student-teacher relationships
- Strong Foundation Stage curriculum
Concerns parents raise
- Perceived value for money
- Inconsistent middle leadership
- High staff turnover
- Bullying concerns
- Inconsistent support for Students of Determination
These are summaries of public commentary, not independently verified findings. See the profile’s review sources and confidence labels.
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~5 min, pick-up ~6 min, 1.3 km by road
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~13 min, 7.4 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~14 min, 8.2 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~19 min, pick-up ~15 min, 8.7 km by road
- The Springs: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~16 min, 8.9 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~14 min, pick-up ~11 min, 9 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~22 min, pick-up ~16 min, 12.3 km by road
- Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~16 min, pick-up ~20 min, 12.4 km by road
- Damac Hills: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~11 min, 12.7 km by road
- Jumeirah Park: drop-off ~21 min, pick-up ~17 min, 14.5 km by road
Related pages
- Nearby area: Dubai Hills guide
- British-curriculum schools in Dubai
- Dubai schools under AED 60,000 a year
Data last reviewed: 2026-06-18. Sources: KHDA inspection reports, school websites and published fee sheets. Always verify current details directly with the school.
Frequently asked questions
What is GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch's KHDA rating?
GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch is rated Acceptable in its most recent KHDA inspection (2023-24). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch?
Published annual fees are AED 45,428–67,060. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch follow?
GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch follows the British curriculum.
Which communities is GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Dubai Hills (~5 min), Motor City (~14 min), Al Barsha (~15 min). See the school-run section for more communities.