2014–2015
Accreditations
DSIB Inspection 2023–2024
DSIB Inspection
Our latest DSIB inspection results are a true testament to our commitment and continued progress with an overall rating of ‘Good’ and 53% of inspection areas rated ‘Very Good’ or ‘Outstanding’.
Here are some highlights from DSIB Inspection 23-24:
10
A total of 10 indicators have improved
41%
of indicators have been rated ‘Good’
40%
of indicators have been rated ‘Very Good’
19%
of indicators have been rated ‘Outstanding’
Inspection Highlights
DSIB Inspection report highlights
The DSIB Inspection report highlights the best features of the school as follows:
An outstanding standard for Healthy and Safety, including arrangements for Child Protection and Safeguarding, across all phases, with school facilities that are well suited for students supporting them to thrive both personally and academically.
An outstanding rating of students’ understanding of Islamic values and Emirati and world cultures, and a high degree of social responsibility and innovation skills. Students show good and very good progress across all core subjects and phases.
Students across all phases are comfortable and confident whether learning in collaborative or independent activity settings. They are keen to learn, are focused on tasks and can identify their own strengths and areas for further improvement.
An ‘Outstanding’ rating in Personal Development across all phases, where students feel safe, appreciated, and supported at school. They demonstrate genuine concern and tolerance towards others and take initiatives to support their peers. Students exhibit high levels of self-reliance and commitment and are confident when facing challenges.
A ‘Very Good’ rating of our Inclusion/SEND provision and outcomes, moving up from ‘Good’ in the previous inspection. Special educational needs are accurately identified and a specialist team provides personalized support to ensure students’ academic, social and personal success.
Our Journey
Our Journey
Our school’s journey over the last 7 years showcases the hard work the AKIS community has invested in enhancing the quality of education and care offered to our students year on year.
Over 8 years, 98% of Performance Indicators moved up.
2015–2016
2016–2017
2017–2018
2018–2019
2019–2020
2022–2023
2023–2024
Accreditations & Authorisations
Rising to Higher Standards.
GEMS Al Khaleej International School is accredited and authorised by internationally recognised education organisations, independently confirming our commitment to high academic standards, student wellbeing, and continuous school improvement.
NEASC
Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), recognized across the USA, UK, UAE, and beyond.
CIS
Council of International Schools.
IB World School
Authorized IB World School, offering the Diploma Programme alongside Advanced Placement.
College Board
AP, SAT, and PSAT programmes open doors to universities in the US, Canada, UK, and the region.
MOE UAE
Recognized by the Ministry of Education, with UAE heritage taught as identity, not an add-on.
DSIB
Overall rating of Good, with 53% of inspection areas rated Very Good or Outstanding.