Amity School Dubai vs GEMS New Millennium School - Al Khail

	A Amity School Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates	G GEMS New Millennium School - Al Khail Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 16,313 - 32,627	Fees / year AED 19,672 - 33,557
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Indian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,032	Pupils 2,470
Typical class size	Typical class size 14	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Qusais School Zone, Al Qusais 1, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in a residential area in Dubai's northern suburbs and is accessible via major roads. It is located opposite Dubai National School on 5th Street in Al Qusais 1 School Zone.	Location GEMS New Millennium School – Al Khail is located on Al Khail Road in Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits on a purpose-built site with facilities for academics, arts and sport. The school's address is Al Khail Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Stages	Stages Pre-KG to Grade 12. The school's learning journey covers early years through to senior school, including primary, middle and senior levels.	Stages The school offers Early Years Foundation Stage in the Kindergarten (Pre-K, KG1 and KG2). Grades 1–8 follow an enriched CBSE curriculum. In Grades 9–12, students choose a dual pathway: CBSE or Cambridge IGCSE (CAIE), with Years 10–11 dedicated to IGCSE and Years 12–13 to AS/A Level.
School type	School type Co-educational. The school serves mixed-gender classes and does not list separate single-gender provision.	School type The school is co-educational (gender of students is boys and girls). It operates as a day school and offers a Day Boarding programme (PACT) at no extra cost, rather than residential boarding.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Public sources do not publish a fixed local-to-international ratio for Amity School Dubai. The student body is described as international with representation from multiple nationalities, but exact nationality breakdowns are not publicly disclosed.	Pupil nationality mix Total student roll is 2,470. Emirati students are 0 in the KHDA inspection data, and the largest nationality group is Indian. The school represents 19 nationalities in total.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Amity School Dubai provides inclusive education and welcomes Students of Determination. Early identification and planning are used to ensure access to a broad, balanced curriculum, with on-site clinic support provided by a DHA-approved nurse.	Additional learning support GEMS New Millennium School is inclusive and provides support for a range of learning needs, including students of determination (SEN), gifted and talented students, and English Language Learners. Adjustments and tailored teaching strategies are used to enable all students to participate in a common learning environment.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school follows the CBSE curriculum affiliated with CBSE, New Delhi.	Country affiliation The curriculum combines CBSE (India) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE, UK) pathways, reflecting dual national-curriculum affiliations.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated by the school in public materials.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is stated for the school.
School day structure	School day structure The academic year runs from April to March. School days typically start at 7:30 am and end around 3:30–4:00 pm, with shorter hours on Fridays; Saturday is often a half-day or closed.	School day structure A typical day begins around 7:30 AM. The schedule commonly runs until about 4:00 PM from Sunday to Thursday, with a shorter day on Fridays (around 11:30 AM).
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service is provided by STS (School Transport Services). STS buses are GPS-tracked, and routes can be inquired at the STS desk in school; registration is handled via the STS system.	Bus service details STS Group provides the school transport service for GEMS New Millennium School, Dubai. The buses are equipped with CCTV, GPS tracking and other safety features; a dedicated Service Delivery Executive handles registrations and enquiries.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - A one-time Application Fee of AED 500 is payable when submitting an application. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Tuition fees — annual (KHDA-approved) and per-term (equal split shown) - Pre-KG: Annual tuition AED 16,696. Per term (equal split across three terms): AED 5,565.33. - KG - 1: Annual tuition AED 16,696. Per term: AED 5,565.33. - KG - 2: Annual tuition AED 17,810. Per term: AED 5,936.67. - Grade 1: Annual tuition AED 20,036. Per term: AED 6,678.67. - Grade 2: Annual tuition AED 22,262. Per term: AED 7,420.67. - Grade 3: Annual tuition AED 25,602. Per term: AED 8,534.00. - Grade 4: Annual tuition AED 25,602. Per term: AED 8,534.00. - Grade 5: Annual tuition AED 28,942. Per term: AED 9,647.33. - Grade 6: Annual tuition AED 28,942. Per term: AED 9,647.33. - Grade 7: Annual tuition AED 31,168. Per term: AED 10,389.33. - Grade 8: Annual tuition AED 31,168. Per term: AED 10,389.33. - Grade 9: Annual tuition AED 32,280. Per term: AED 10,760.00. - Grade 10: Annual tuition AED 32,280. Per term: AED 10,760.00. - Grade 11: Annual tuition AED 33,394. Per term: AED 11,131.33. - Grade 12: Annual tuition AED 33,394. Per term: AED 11,131.33. Note: the amounts shown as "Per term" are the annual KHDA-approved tuition divided evenly into three equal term instalments for clarity; the school's fee fact sheets specify deductions from the first term but do not publish a separate term-by-term schedule in the fact sheet PDFs. The annual (KHDA-approved) figures above are the school's published tuition amounts. Enrolment and re-enrolment fees - Application Fee (new applicants): AED 500 (assessment included). This is non-refundable. - Enrolment Fee (new students): up to 10% of the tuition fee, non-refundable and deductible from the 1st term fees. - Re-enrolment Fee (existing students): up to 5% of the tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non-refundable and deductible from the 1st term fees. Required education supplies and other expected costs - Uniform: AED 500 to AED 800 (estimated range). - Stationery: AED 300 to AED 400 (estimated range). - Books (where listed): AED 200 to AED 400 (estimated range for applicable grades). Laptop/digital device guidance where listed: AED 2,000 to AED 3,500. - Optional services and activity costs (estimated ranges): - Transport: AED 4,780 to AED 6,720. - Extracurricular activities / clubs: AED 1,500 to AED 2,000 (some activities vary). - Local educational trips: AED 300 to AED 600; overseas trips: AED 3,000 to AED 14,000 depending on itinerary. - Other possible charges listed in the fact sheets include competition fees, costumes, class photographs, enrichment activities, national games participation and specialist programme fees with amounts shown as ranges per activity. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is stated as an annual (KHDA-approved) fee for each grade. The school's enrolment and re-enrolment fees are specified as deductible from the 1st term fees, indicating term-based billing for the academic year. The school's published academic year timing and operational calendar are available through the school's admissions and calendar information. - Accepted payment methods: Cash, Cheque, Bank Transfer, Credit Card, or Skiply. Cheques should be in favour of AMITY SCHOOL LLC. Bank transfer details (account name, account number, IBAN, SWIFT and branch details) are provided for electronic payment. Parents are asked to include the student's registration number or name on bank transfers. For payment queries the school cashier email is cashier@amitydubai.ae and phone +971 4 204 1008. Fee refund policy and withdrawal deductions - Parents must notify the school in writing at least two weeks before withdrawing a student. Fee deduction on withdrawal follows the KHDA Schools Fees Framework as stated by the school: - If the student was enrolled for two weeks or less: one month's fee will be deducted. - If enrolled for more than two weeks but up to one month: two months' fees will be deducted. - If enrolled for more than one month: the full term's fees will be deducted. - Deposits and fees are generally non-refundable if students choose not to return for the next academic year or do not take an offered place; exceptions exist where a refund of the deposit is required under special circumstances (for example, family relocation, move to another Emirate or other unforeseen circumstances) and such cases may be submitted to KHDA for review. For fee-refund queries contact the Accounts department. Boarding / hostel - The school does not operate boarding or hostel facilities as part of its K–12 provision; Amity School Dubai is a day school and no boarding charges are listed in the school's fee fact sheets or fees information. Other notes on fee changes and increases - The school's fee fact sheets state an approved tuition fee increase of 2.35% for the academic year 2025–2026 under the KHDA schools fees framework; the approved increase is reflected in the published tuition figures. Contact for payments and fee queries - Accounts / Cashier email: cashier@amitydubai.ae. Phone (Accounts / Cashier): +971 4 204 1008. Banking details for transfers are published with the school's payment instructions. Accepted payment channels include Cash, Cheque, Bank Transfer, Credit Card and Skiply.	Fee details Application fee - The one-off application fee is AED 525 (including 5% VAT). This fee is non-transferable, non‑refundable and not adjustable against tuition. Tuition fees (annual and per-term) - The school publishes annual tuition fees by grade. Parents may pay annually, per term or monthly; the school's academic calendar shows a three‑term structure, therefore the per‑term amounts below are the annual fee divided into three equal instalments (per‑term figures shown are an inference based on the school's stated per‑term payment option and the published academic calendar). - Pre‑KG: AED 23,143 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 7,714. Note: a 15% KHDA‑approved discount applies for the 2025–26 year, reducing the total to AED 19,672 (per term after discount approx. AED 6,557). - KG I: AED 23,143 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 7,714. - KG II: AED 23,143 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 7,714. - Grade I: AED 23,143 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 7,714. - Grade II: AED 23,143 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 7,714. - Grade III: AED 25,458 per year. Per term: AED 8,486. - Grade IV: AED 25,458 per year. Per term: AED 8,486. - Grade V: AED 31,244 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 10,415. - Grade VI: AED 31,244 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 10,415. - Grade VII: AED 31,244 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 10,415. - Grade VIII: AED 31,244 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 10,415. - Grade IX: AED 32,401 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 10,800. - Grade X: AED 32,401 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 10,800. - Grade XI: AED 33,557 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 11,186. - Grade XII: AED 33,557 per year. Per term (approx.): AED 11,186. - IGCSE / Years (where published): Year 10 AED 32,400 per year (per term AED 10,800); Year 11 AED 32,400 per year (per term AED 10,800); Year 12 AED 33,557 per year (per term approx. AED 11,186); Year 13 AED 32,580 per year (per term approx. AED 10,860). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are due prior to the start of the academic year and payable in advance of attendance. Tuition invoices are issued from the time of admission so payments can be processed before the start of the month. Invoices are sent to the fee sponsor on record and must be paid before school commences. - Payment frequency options available: annually, per term or monthly. The school's published academic calendar shows a three‑term academic structure; per‑term payment amounts above reflect the annual fee divided by three. - Consequences of non‑payment include withholding of examination entry, school reports, references and results; loss of the student's place; and temporary or permanent exclusion. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered. An extended day programme (Day Boarding / PACT) is available as part of the school's provision at no extra cost. There are no boarding fees. Other costs and mandatory fees - Uniform: A compulsory uniform is required. Uniform items are available for purchase from approved suppliers (Threads); prices are set by the supplier and are payable separately. A uniform guide is provided by the school. - School transport: Transport is provided through the school's transport partner (STS). Bus registration and bus fees apply; availability, routes and specific bus fees must be arranged through the school's transport contact. Bus fees are payable separately via the school's fee portals. - Transfer Certificate / withdrawal administration: A withdrawal/transfer certificate fee of AED 126 (including VAT) applies and must accompany the withdrawal form submitted to the school office. - Additional charges: The school may charge for specific optional services, activities or external exam fees where applicable; such charges are assessed separately and billed as required. Refunds and withdrawals - The application fee of AED 525 remains non‑refundable. Paid tuition fee refunds follow the Ministry of Education (MOE) policy. Tuition fee refunds are processed only after a written request is submitted to the admissions office and refunds are provided to the original payee. For details of refund amounts and the refund process, contact the school's admissions office. - Parents are requested to give at least one month's notice when applying for a Transfer Certificate or School Leaving Certificate; the withdrawal form and the AED 126 fee must be submitted within the first week of the month. Fee payment options and banking details - Payment methods accepted include annual pre‑payment, per‑term instalments or monthly payments; online fee payment portals are used for card and online payments. The school promotes a GEMS/FAB school credit card offer for fee payments. - Bank wire transfer details (for remittances) — currency AED: - Account name: GEMS NEW MILLENNIUM SCHOOL LLC - Bank: Dubai Islamic Bank - Account number: 097520206557301 - IBAN: AE020240097520206557301 - SWIFT: DUIBAEAD Please include the applicant's name and enquiry number in the transfer memo and allow for any transfer service fees so the school receives the full amount. Notes and important points - All published fee figures are quoted in AED. - Per‑term amounts shown above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three terms (this per‑term calculation is an inference based on the school's per‑term payment option and the published three‑term academic calendar). For questions about instalment dates, exact per‑term invoicing amounts or to confirm payment schedules, contact the school's admissions/finance office using the published school contact details.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Extended Day Programme (PACT) offers day boarding at no extra cost. It provides a range of structured activities across five pillars: Prep (homework), Remedial, Sports, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts. PACT runs thrice weekly for Grades 1–8, from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. It supports the development of 21st‑century skills within the school day.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are compulsory for all students. KG wear a yellow shirt with khaki shorts or a skirt; Primary students wear a blue shirt with shorts or trousers; white socks with black shoes are required and sandals are not allowed. Uniforms can be purchased at Sumeru Trading in Al Qusais (Madina Mall) or Goyal Books and Beyond in Al Qusais, with online options via shopatsumeru.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are compulsory. Uniform items can be purchased from two Threads Me locations; shops operate from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm, Saturday to Thursday. The uniform guide is available for download.
Food options	Food options Healthy packed lunches and snacks are required from home; nuts are not allowed and soft drinks or junk food are not permitted on campus. The school maintains DHA-licensed clinics on-site with nurses available during school hours.	Food options The Lunch Hall provides healthy meals, inspected by Dubai Municipality; unhealthy items are not sold. Pre-K to Grade 5 can pre-order hot meals delivered to classrooms; Grades 3 and above eat in the Lunch Hall with hot meals, salads or sandwiches. The cafeteria uses a cashless system with Student ID Cards; microwaves are available for reheating, and students may bring lunch from home.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Governance is provided by a Board of Governors responsible for strategic oversight and accountability. The board includes nominated members from staff, the Student Council and parents, and the school is part of Amity Education Group.	Governance and ownership The school is part of the GEMS Education group and operates within the GEMS network.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Amity School Dubai offers a CBSE-based Indian curriculum for students from Pre-KG through Grade 12, with inclusive learning that supports students of determination and alignment to UAE MOE laws and KHDA guidelines. In the Early Years, Pre-Kindergarten (ages 3–4) develops social skills, phonemic awareness through Jolly Phonics, and foundational literacy with activities such as storytelling and swimming. Kindergarten focuses on language, numeracy and literacy while embedding mindfulness and exposure to Arabic language and Emirati values. Primary School provides a broad scholastic program (English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Islamic Education/Life Skills, Moral and Social Cultural Studies, and a Second Language such as Hindi, French, Malayalam or Tamil, Environmental Studies) plus co-scholastic areas (Creative Arts, Music, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Swimming) and innovative programs (STEAM, Mahir, ECW—Every Child Wins, Mindfulness, Sustainability). Middle School adds UAE Social Studies and Moral Education to the core while continuing co-scholastic offerings and innovative programs (STEAM, Mahir, Tafkeer, Mindfulness, Sustainability). Senior School offers Grade XI CBSE streams with five subject groups, including English Core; Physics with History; Chemistry, Entrepreneurship, Business Studies and Legal Studies; Biology, Sociology, Economics and Computer Science; and Mathematics with Political Science, Psychology, plus electives such as Informatics Practice, Physical Education and Painting.	Curriculum details Kindergarten follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework aligned with the National Curriculum for England. From Grades 1 to 8, an enriched CBSE curriculum is offered, designed to develop skills and align with international standards while meeting UAE regulations. In the secondary phase, students may follow CBSE (Grades 9–12) or IGCSE (Year 10–11), with AS/A Levels available in Years 12–13. The Programme for Appreciation and Cultivation of Talent (PACT) provides day-boarding with five pillars—Prep, Remedial, Sports, Visual Arts and Performing Arts. Career guidance begins in Grade 8 and includes Financial Literacy, the Global Futures Curriculum for Grade 9, IIT/IELTS/SAT/JEE coaching, Career Mapping and internships. Technology integration is supported through Microsoft Showcase School status.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school places wellbeing and personal development at the core of its provision, with the KHDA rating describing the wellbeing provision as excellent and the school's safeguarding arrangements as outstanding. The KHDA inspection notes outstanding performance in Students' personal development, and that the well-being of staff and students is a priority embedded in school life. A Pastoral Care team and senior leadership are described as key drivers of a safe, nurturing environment with open engagement with parents and students. CBSE Inclusive Education materials used by the school explicitly address mental health and life-skills development as part of inclusive practice. The school also references a PERMAH-based approach to safeguarding, aiming to foster positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, achievement, and health in its culture. Evidence of explicit counselling and emotional support is reinforced in the school safeguarding framework, which includes access to counselling and emotional support services for students and staff.	Social & emotional learning The school frames inclusion as a core value with a vision of an inclusive and equitable ethos and personalised learning pathways for all students to thrive, including social and emotional success. The Inclusion policy states that NMS welcomes students with a range of learning preferences, including students of determination (SEND) and English Language Learners, and teaches in a common learning environment where diversity is valued. Staff tailor teaching strategies and make adjustments to support the social and emotional development of all learners, with explicit emphasis on belonging and meaningful participation. The Health and Safeguarding Team includes a Wellbeing Counselor who supports student wellbeing as part of safeguarding leadership. Across the GEMS network, positive mental health is a priority with student-led and school-wide wellbeing initiatives, including peer-to-peer wellbeing programmes and Mental Health First Aid-style activities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Amity School Dubai publishes an Inclusion policy that states it provides an inclusive learning environment addressing intellectual, social, emotional and personal development, and welcomes students of determination with admission not conditional on diagnosis. Early identification of students of determination is practiced through observation and diagnostic assessments, with provisions planned at entry to ensure access to a broad and balanced curriculum. The KHDA report confirms that provision for the inclusion of students of determination is very strong, with overall provision in this area rated good in the latest inspection. The school maintains a Student's of Determination Policy as part of its ASD policies, and CBSE Inclusive Education materials outline the use of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and targeted supports for learners with disabilities. The CBSE Handbook also covers disability-related accommodations, identification, and intervention pathways to support diverse learning needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) NMS describes itself as an inclusive school that educates students in a common learning environment, welcoming students with SEND and other diverse needs, and inviting families to share details of any special educational needs (IEPs, reports) to enable appropriate planning. The Inclusion policy explicitly includes “students of determination” and notes that adjustments and tailored teaching strategies are used to meet diverse learners' needs, in line with KHDA guidance. The school states it welcomes EAL learners as part of its inclusive approach. The school has earned the SENDIA (Special Educational Needs/Disabilities Inclusion Award) for its SEND practices, signaling a formal recognition of inclusive provision. A Deputy Safeguarding Lead is the Head of Inclusion, underscoring the link between inclusion and safeguarding in the student-support framework.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The Amity School Dubai site publicly lists Second Language offerings in the Primary curriculum (Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil), indicating language provision beyond English. There is no clearly described, school-level EAL department or explicit EAL programme publicly documented on the ASD site. The inclusion framework references equitable access to learning for all learners, including those who may require additional support, which aligns with inclusive practice for language learners. Public information does not specify a dedicated EAL strand or withdrawal/in-class support model for English as an additional language. Given the available materials, the school does not publicly disclose specific EAL programmes, though language options are present in the curriculum.	English as an additional language The school includes English Language Learners as part of its inclusive educational approach. Language of instruction is English. Public materials describe EAL as a category within the inclusive framework rather than detailing a separate, stand-alone EAL program. The Inclusion page asks for full details of any EAL needs during admission to tailor support within the common learning environment. Publicly available information does not publish a separate, dedicated EAL program beyond the general inclusion policy.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is embedded in Amity School Dubai's approach to learning, with explicit focus on personal and social development and a culture of happiness as part of the well-being ethos highlighted by KHDA. The CBSE Inclusive Education Handbook includes sections on the mental health of children and life skills, guiding teachers in supporting emotional and social needs. The safeguarding policy design includes emotional support elements and access to counselling services for students and staff. The leadership and pastoral care structures emphasize nurturing, relationships and resilience as core outcomes for learners. The school also references mindfulness and resilience-building elements as part of its ongoing learning programmes.	Mental wellbeing A Wellbeing Counselor is part of the Health and Safeguarding Team, reflecting a formal commitment to student mental health and wellbeing. Safeguarding and child-protection policies emphasize actions to safeguard wellbeing and enable the best outcomes for every child. GEMS Education publicly highlights a network-wide emphasis on positive mental health, including peer-led wellbeing initiatives, school-wide awareness campaigns, and student support channels. Programs such as Teen Mental Health First Aiders and other peer-support activities are described across GEMS schools to empower students to support peers under staff supervision. The school's wellbeing and safeguarding structures align with these network-wide priorities.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy establishes Amity School Dubai's commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of all students, with procedures aligned to UAE guidelines and KHDA expectations. A dedicated safeguarding committee includes a designated safeguarding lead (Principal) and a deputy, with clear roles for medical staff, school nurses, counsellors, and other leaders; the policy also references strong links with local authorities and external agencies for safeguarding matters. The policy covers mandatory reporting, safeguarding training for staff, safe recruitment, and the involvement of parents and external partners to safeguard students. The PERMAH framework and a culture of vigilance underpin prevention, protection and support, with explicit procedures on disclosure, reporting, and support. Counselling and emotional support services are available for students and staff as part of safeguarding provisions.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and Child Protection are central to NMS, with a designated safeguarding lead (DSL) and deputy safeguarding leads responsible for welfare and safety. The Safeguarding policy and a Safeguarding Commitment Statement are provided for reference, and UAE law requires staff to report concerns about a child's welfare; the DSL is required to act in the best interests of students. Safer recruitment practices include police checks for all staff, two references, and safeguarding training (Level 1) for all employees, with a whistleblowing policy for reporting concerns. The school's safeguarding framework is reinforced by a Department-wide emphasis on safety and care, reflecting both local law and GEMS' governance standards. In addition, KHDA guidance is followed for safeguarding and inclusion practices.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Amity School Dubai sits on a 14-acre campus in Al Qusais. The school has large naturally lit classrooms with smart boards and flexible seating, and integrated technology. It provides IPAD hubs, STEAM workshops, ICT labs, science labs and mathematics labs, plus dedicated spaces for ICT, Art, STEAM and Music. The library offers resources in multiple languages and a range of information technologies. Extensive sports facilities include a full-size football field, a 200m athletics track, a large multi-purpose hall, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, and indoor/outdoor play areas. A DHA-approved clinic with a nurse and on-call doctor supports student health.	Facilities overview The campus is purpose-built for learning and hosts facilities for academics, the arts, and sport. It includes a 500-seat auditorium, a library, and a Lunch Hall. Academic spaces include Science Laboratories (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Mathematics Lab, ICT Suite - MAC Lab, Robotics Lab (Makers Lab), and Specialist Teaching / Language Rooms. Arts spaces include Arts & Creative Crafts Studio, Drama Studio (Black Box), Dance Studios, Music Technology Suite, and Recording Studio. Sports and recreation spaces include Football Turf, Cricket Pitches, Basketball and Tennis Courts, a Multipurpose Sports Hall, and a Swimming Pool, plus Indoor & Outdoor Kindergarten Free Flow Play Areas, Rooftop Play Area, and Shaded Play Areas.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sports facilities include a semi-Olympic swimming pool with a coach and lifeguard on duty; a full-size football field; a 200m track for athletics; a large multi-purpose hall for indoor games; and indoor and outdoor play areas.	Sports facilities The school provides a Swimming Pool, a Multipurpose Sports Hall, and Indoor and Outdoor KG Play Areas. It has a Soccer Field, Basketball Court, Tennis Court, Rooftop Play Area, and Cricket Field.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities IPAD hubs, STEAM workshops, ICT labs, science labs and mathematics labs; dedicated spaces for ICT, Art, STEAM and Music; a library with resources in English, Arabic, Hindi, French, Malayalam and Tamil; classrooms with smart boards.	Academic facilities Academic spaces include Science Laboratories for Biology, Physics and Chemistry, Mathematics Lab, Science labs Maker Space, ICT Suite - MAC Lab, Robotics Lab (Makers LAB), Library, Specialist Teaching / Language Rooms, and Arts & Creative Crafts Studio.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Amity School Dubai offers age-appropriate co-curricular activities to support students' development, including sports and other activities in the field of fine arts, performing arts, music and dance. The program includes ASD's Every Child Wins, and a Kindergarten-focused AHA time initiative. There are spacious playgrounds and an annual sports day.	Extra curricular facilities The school supports a broad range of arts, performing arts and technology-based activities through dedicated spaces. Extracurricular spaces include a Drama Studio (Black Box), Dance Studios, Recording Studio, Music Technology Suite, Arts & Creative Crafts Studio, and a Robotics Lab (Makers Lab). A 500-seat Auditorium and Library host performances, clubs and study activities. The Day Boarding - PACT programme provides 30 after-school activities at no extra cost, spanning sports, visual arts, and performing arts.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Amity School Dubai was founded in 2017 as part of the Amity Education Group's expansion in the UAE. The 14-acre campus is located in Al Qusais School Zone and was developed to accommodate Pre-KG through Grade 12 on a CBSE-affiliated program. Gulf Islamic Investments financed the project in 2017, providing an AED 145 million investment to support Amity School Dubai's establishment. The Amity Education Group operates as a not-for-profit foundation with a global network of universities and schools. KHDA DSIB inspections have evaluated the school, with the 2022 inspection ranking it Good overall.	History GEMS New Millennium School – Al Khail opened in April 2013 as part of GEMS Education. The school operates a dual-pathway model in the senior years, offering CBSE and IGCSE/A Level options. Its first Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) rating in 2015-2016 was Good, and by 2019-2020 the school had a Very Good rating. Notable recognitions include Microsoft Showcase School status and the Most Innovative School Award at the 2019 GEMS Global Innovation Challenge. GEMS Education, the network that runs the school, is described as one of the world's largest and most established K-12 education providers.
Community	Community Amity School Dubai supports student leadership through a Student Council for Grades 1–12. A Parent Association and a Parent Representative Committee coordinate parent involvement and act as a link between families and the school, with Parent Representatives representing each grade. Newsletters document events and achievements across the school, illustrating a vibrant school life and community participation. The school participates in UAE cultural events, including UAE National Day celebrations that involve staff, students and families.	Community The school community is multi-cultural, with representation from 19 nationalities, and there is emphasis on an international perspective within the CBSE framework. The community extends beyond current students to include active involvement from parents and alumni. Community outreach includes the Environment – Innovation Programme (COEIP), which features monthly targeted outcomes and activities such as Pinktober awareness, the 30x30 Fitness Challenge, Diwali celebrations, and Science Week. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is part of student life, reflecting opportunities beyond academics.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school's Parent Representative Committee serves as the formal parent body within the Parent Association. It comprises parent representatives, the School Principal, the Senior Leadership Team, and a Parent Relations Executive, all working together to support and enhance the parent–school relationship. Parent Representatives come from every grade, acting as a link between the school and parents and ensuring representation across the student body. The committee is tasked with encouraging parent participation in school activities, communicating policies, and collecting feedback to help the school progress. It maintains a constructive approach to school policies and provides channels for parent input through the registrar and designated communications. Newsletters and school communications provide ongoing opportunities for parent involvement and awareness of association activities.	Parent teacher association Parental Engagement at NMS positions parents as key stakeholders who help validate the quality of provision and standards. Parent-teacher meetings are used innovatively to improve student achievement, including data meetings with a parents' focus group. There is strong parent support for events and for activities that help the school function as an innovation hub, with parents participating in initiatives that integrate school life with home life. Parents engage in focused sessions to discuss the school's vision and other events, reinforcing a collaborative school–family partnership. The program also includes opportunities for parents to participate in Master Class Sessions and other learning opportunities designed for families.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The co-scholastic pursuit includes an innovative STEAM approach embedded with creative arts, performing arts, physical education and mindfulness. Technology is integrated into the core curriculum to enable personalized and mastery-based learning. The learning model emphasizes inquiry, collaboration and problem-solving across activities.	Academic & intellectual GEMS New Millennium School - Al Khail offers a dual curriculum in CBSE and IGCSE. Kindergarten uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (National Curriculum for England), and Grades 1–8 follow an enriched CBSE curriculum aligned with international standards and UAE regulations. In Grades 9–12 students choose between CBSE with subject options and a 2‑year IGCSE programme, leading to AS/A‑levels. The school is a Microsoft Showcase School, rated Very Good in the 2019 DSIB inspections, and it hosts SAT and IELTS testing centres.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school offers opportunities in performing and creative arts. Creative Arts are integrated across subjects to develop a personal artistic vision. A student with zeal for art flourishes in an inclusive and supportive environment.	Arts & creative PACT is the extended day programme integrated into the curriculum, conducted three times weekly, to develop communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity. The five pillars of PACT are Prep (homework time), Remedial, Sports, Visual Arts and Performing Arts. There are more than 30 clubs, including Indian classical music (Kathak, Hindustani vocal and Tabla), orchestra, chess, animation, CISCO, Gavel's Club, Judo, guitar, violin, keyboard, drums and public speaking. English-language enrichment features activities such as Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, Literacy Week and Spelling Bee.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Second languages offered include French, Hindi and Malayalam. The English Curriculum emphasizes listening, reading, writing and speaking, with features such as Big Write, SPAG and reading assessments, plus engagement in MUN, WSC, Leadership Summits, NMS Literacy Week and Spelling Bee. Arabic is taught through the Arabic Programme aligned to the GEMS Arabic Framework and UAE MoE guidelines.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The co-curricular programme includes sports and activities in fine arts, performing arts, music and dance. ASD runs a program called 'Every Child Wins' offering opportunities for children to excel in various activities before or after school. AHA time supports Kindergarten motor development through balance, coordination, speed and teamwork.	Social & hobbies The school offers more than 30 afterschool clubs and activities. Clubs cover performing arts, music, sports, chess, animation and technology, including Indian classical music, orchestra, Judo, dance and various instrument lessons. Participation in activities outside class is supported by the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, which recognises youth achievements internationally.
Community & service	Community & service The school prioritizes social responsibility and community engagement, including community service initiatives, environmental awareness campaigns and social outreach programs. These activities foster a sense of social responsibility in students. They are integrated with the school's broader approach to developing engaged citizens.	Community & service Community Outreach Environment‑Innovation Programme (COEIP) is a school USP, with monthly targeted outcomes for students. COEIP activities have included Pinktober awareness, the 30x30 Fitness Challenge, Diwali Dhamaka, and Science Week, among other initiatives. The programme involves ongoing environmental and community outreach work carried out by students.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Student Council represents Grades 1 to 12 and provides a platform for student leadership. Students work with the school leadership team to influence initiatives that affect the school community. The role helps students develop communication, decision-making, problem-solving, teamwork and responsibility.	Leadership & professional Career guidance begins in Grade 8 and includes university tie‑ups, career fairs and preparation for competitive examinations. The school is a registered SAT centre and an IELTS centre to support university applications. This framework supports students' leadership development and preparation for higher education globally.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school emphasizes exercise as a foundation for a healthy lifestyle, promoting teamwork and leadership. AHA time develops motor fitness components for Kindergarten such as balance, coordination, speed and team spirit. The 'Every Child Wins' program provides opportunities for children to excel in activities before or after school, and annual sports day encourages participation in various games and sports.	Lifestyle & wellbeing PACT provides an extensive schedule of activities three times a week, with a strong emphasis on sports such as swimming, football, basketball, cricket, tennis, athletics, badminton and karate, as well as dance and performing arts. The campus features facilities including a swimming pool, basketball court, multi‑sport games area, library, and computer/robotics labs. NMS also offers the NMS e‑Library for digital resources.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is taught as a scholastic subject. Arabic is taught as part of the curriculum. Second languages offered include Hindi, French, Malayalam and Tamil. These language offerings are available across Primary and Middle School levels.	Language provision Kindergarten uses the Early Years Foundation Stage under the National Curriculum for England. Grades 1–8 follow an enriched CBSE curriculum, with a dual pathway to CBSE or Cambridge CAIE (IGCSE) from Grade 8 onward, and a 2-year IGCSE program leading to AS and A levels. Second languages offered include French, Hindi and Malayalam, with English-language learning support (ELL) available for beginners from Grade 1. The Arabic curriculum is taught using the GEMS Arabic Framework and MoE guidelines, with Arabic taught at varying levels by grade.
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Accreditations	Accreditations null	Accreditations The school offers a CBSE curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE as dual pathways. It is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and is a Cambridge IGCSE candidate school.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Applications are accepted year-round; the academic year runs from April to March; the school follows the CBSE Curriculum and adheres to UAE laws and KHDA Guidelines. 2. The Admissions office is open Monday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, and Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. 3. To apply, click the Online Form; for the complete application process, refer to the Documents Required section; after submitting the form, you receive a response email confirming receipt of your application along with an invite to visit the school. 4. Admission is based on the review of students' past performance, age and acceptable performance on screening assessments. Pre-Primary (Pre-K, KG1, KG2) assessments are observational/practical to determine school readiness; Students from Grade 1 and above are assessed on language/literacy and numeracy standards appropriate to their existing education or years in full-time education. 5. Age-Criteria for Admission (Minimum Age by March 31, AY 2023–2024): 3 years for Pre-K, 4 years for KG1, 5 years for KG2, 6 years for Grade 1. From Grade 2 onward, grade placement depends on the curriculum the child is migrating from, adhering to MOE and KHDA guidelines. 6. Documents required are listed in the Documents Required section. 7.	Admissions The school offers CBSE and IGCSE as its dual curriculums. It is located on Al Khail Road in Dubai Hills, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The school is KHDA rated Very Good.
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