GEMS School of Research and Innovation

The GEMS School of Research and Innovation is located in Dubai Sports City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It sits within the Dubai Sports City development, a neighbourhood known for its sports facilities and residential communities. The campus is a purpose-built site designed to support its focus on research, innovation, and future-ready learning. The school opened in August 2025.

Initial year groups run from Foundation/Pre-Prep through Year 6. Year 7–Year 13 are planned for addition in subsequent academic years.

Private, co-educational school. The school operates within the GEMS Education network and follows a British curriculum framework.

Public materials for SRI do not publish specific on-site SEN provisions. The GEMS Education network provides a Children's Services program that covers SEN, EAL, wellbeing, and related supports across its schools; families should contact the school for current on-site provisions.

The curriculum is the English National Curriculum (British Curriculum), linking the school to the United Kingdom.

There is no explicit religious affiliation published for the school; it follows a secular, values-led British curriculum framework.

The teaching day runs from 7:30 to 16:30, with the campus typically open from 08:00 for student arrival. Breaks and lunch arrangements are not publicly detailed in the core materials.

Transport is provided through private bus providers; the school coordinates routes via its transport team. Area coverage includes Dubai Sports City and surrounding communities, with typical arrangements handled by external operators (e.g., STS Group in the Gems network).

GEMS School of Research and Innovation follows the National Curriculum for England, with three learning stages: Pre-Prep FS1–Year 4, Prep Year 5–Year 8, and Senior Year 9–Year 13. The Core Curriculum emphasizes English, Mathematics, and Science while also covering Humanities, Arabic, Islamic studies, and Moral Education, with specialist language pathways in French, Spanish, and Mandarin. Digital skills are embedded across learning, including coding, AI, data literacy, and responsible online behaviour, supported by AI-driven personalisation and access to subject specialists. From Year 9 onward, GCSEs are offered across about 35 subjects, with up to 30 A-Levels to support diverse university pathways. In Senior years, elective pathways in innovation and technology are available, with industry partnerships in Computing, Engineering, Design, Enterprise, and Business, alongside sport, arts, and a portfolio-based approach to demonstrate achievements. Wellbeing, character development, and strong parent partnerships are integral to the Pioneer Curriculum, which also features inquiry-driven and real-world learning, research skills, and holistic growth.

1. Initiate contact and learn about SRI. Families can book a one-on-one meeting with an admissions representative to discuss fit and next steps. Information sessions are available to provide an overview, and admissions information can be requested. The admissions process is designed to be clear and supportive.
2. Tours and visits. The School Tours program offers Pre-Prep visits (FS1 to Year 4) on Tuesdays and Prep visits (Year 5 to Year 8) on Thursdays during term time. Visiting provides a firsthand view of learning spaces and facilities. You can book a tour through the admissions pathway.
3. Application and enrollment. Submit an enrolment application to begin the journey; the site provides an enrollment invitation and encourages you to start the process. Year groups from Year 9 to Year 13 will be introduced in future academic years.
4. Fees and confirmation. Tuition is published by year group: FS1–FS2 116,000 AED; Year 1–4 134,000 AED; Year 5–6 152,000 AED; Year 7–9 161,000 AED; Year 10–11 197,000 AED; Year 12–13 206,000 AED. The enrollment invitation and fee details are presented on the admissions and information pages.