The Founders Story

The Founders family of school includes GEMS Founders School – Masdar City, Abu Dhabi (GFA) opening in 2024, GEMS Founders School - Dubai South (GFD) opening in 2024, GEMS Founders School – Dubai in 2016 (GFS) and GEMS Founders School – Al Mizhar (GFM) in 2018. Known for providing high-quality education and exceptional value, the GEMS Founders schools already serve more than 10,000 students.

The Founders brand within GEMS Education is a distinctive and innovative approach to education in the United Arab Emirates. This initiative was fueled by a desire to provide high-quality education that blended the best of British educational practices with the rich and diverse cultural tapestry of the UAE.

Vision: Grow, Flourish, Succeed Together

At the heart of the Founders brand lies a powerful vision - to enable students to grow, flourish, and succeed together. This vision goes beyond academic excellence; it embodies the idea of holistic growth, nurturing not only the minds but also the hearts of students. It emphasises the value of collaborative success, where every member of the school community plays a role in helping each other to achieve their best.

Mission: Inspiring Creative, Mindful Learners

GEMS Founders' mission is clear: "Together, we inspire creative, mindful learners who value diversity, support one another and strive for success." This mission underscores the importance of creativity, mindfulness, diversity, and mutual support. It promotes an educational environment that encourages critical thinking, fosters an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and instills the values of empathy and collaboration.

Core Pillars: The Building Blocks of The Founders Way

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Below is a video from our first group of leavers when they were in Year 12.