GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch
GEMS Albarsha National School - Dubai Branch is a British curriculum private school in Al Barsha, Dubai, rated Acceptable by KHDA (2024). Annual fees: AED 15,000 – AED 25,000.
Parent sentiment: Mixed.
What parents praise
- Dedicated staff
- Strong sense of belonging
- Academic performance
- Positive student-teacher relationships
- Strong Foundation Stage curriculum
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
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 (2024). 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 15,000 – AED 25,000. 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.