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GEMS Metropole School Al Waha

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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Extra-Curricular Activities

Clubs, activities, and opportunities to explore interests and passions

Academic and Intellectual

The school follows the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage 1 through Year 10, with senior pathways that include GCSE/iGCSEs, A-Levels, and vocational routes such as BTEC. The language of instruction is English. The campus provides Forest School, a Farm, and a Bio Cube, plus science, ICT, food technology and robotics laboratories, as well as spaces for art, drama and music and an auditorium and sports facilities to support a well-rounded education. The school has a dedicated BTEC department and a Sixth Form area to support vocational and post-16 pathways.

Arts and Creative

The school has a Black Box Studio for drama, an Auditorium, two Music Rooms and dedicated Music Practice Rooms. Performing Arts are integrated into the program, with drama and music aimed at building confidence, creativity and leadership. These spaces and programmes support students to grow as confident, creative, and empathetic individuals.

Cultural and Language

The school offers an Arabic language programme for both native and non-native speakers. Arabic for native speakers is taught from Year 1 to Year 13, while Arabic for non-native speakers is taught from Year 1 to Year 10; non-Arab students continue Arabic up to Year 10. Islamic Studies are mandatory for Muslim students, following the MOE curriculum and KHDA framework, with activities and observances integrated into the program. The Arabic and Islamic education is aligned with MOE and KHDA standards and includes classroom and practical components.

Social and Hobbies

The Extra-Curricular Activity programme includes Learning Clubs for academic enrichment and Activity Clubs for creativity, fitness and personal growth, with activities delivered by school staff and external providers. External sports and enrichment programmes supplement the school's ECAs to provide a broad range of opportunities. The enrichment offerings help students develop resilience, teamwork and leadership, and promote social connections beyond the classroom.

Community and Service

Student leadership is embedded across the school, with roles such as Head Students, House Captains, Student Council Members, Eco Ambassadors, Sports Leaders and Wellbeing Champions, and two Leadership Inauguration Ceremonies each year. Leadership roles extend from curriculum-linked projects to house activities and community initiatives. Career Guidance includes community service and volunteering as key experiences, alongside internships, university visits and practical career planning.

Leadership and Professional

At the senior level, the school offers GCSE/IGCSE, A-Levels and vocational pathways (BTEC). Career Guidance supports students with work experience, University/college applications, and employability skills; Unifrog and My Path to Uni resources are used for subject and pathway research. The curriculum and guidance aim to prepare students to transition from learning to employment and to become globally-minded, independent learners.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Wellbeing is central to the school's approach, with The Wellbeing Hive providing a space for mental, emotional and social health. The program includes mental health workshops, pastoral care and student leadership opportunities to promote resilience and a positive school climate. The campus provides Forest School experiences, ample outdoor space and facilities such as sport halls and the Bio-Cube to support physical and emotional wellbeing.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 40,000 - 53,000
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 1594
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