GEMS Westminster School —, Sharjah campus

GEMS Westminster School —, Sharjah

Key Stats

Annual Fees: US$3K - US$7K

Curriculum: British

Age Range: 3-18

Students: 3,100

Location: Muweilah, Sharjah

Updated April 2026


In Brief

GEMS Westminster School in Dubai appears to be a GEMS network British curriculum school, though limited public information makes detailed assessment challenging. As part of the established GEMS Education network, it likely offers standard UK curriculum pathways, but lacks the visibility and documented outcomes of flagship GEMS schools like Wellington International.

Operating under the GEMS Education umbrella, the school follows the National Curriculum for England from Foundation Stage through IGCSE levels. The curriculum structure mirrors other GEMS British schools with core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, and Arabic, alongside UAE Ministry requirements for Social Studies and Islamic Studies. The school emphasizes values-driven education consistent with GEMS network philosophy, though specific academic pathways and examination board partnerships remain unclear from available sources.

As a GEMS network school, Westminster benefits from the educational standards and support systems of one of the region's largest school operators. However, unlike prominent GEMS institutions such as Wellington International School with its Outstanding KHDA ratings and published results, this school maintains minimal public presence in parent forums and educational discussions. The lack of detailed information about facilities, fee structures, student demographics, or academic outcomes suggests either recent establishment or positioning toward local rather than international expatriate families.

What parents value
  • Part of established GEMS Education network with proven operational experience
  • Follows respected British National Curriculum pathway
  • Includes UAE Ministry requirements alongside international curriculum
  • Values-driven educational approach consistent with GEMS philosophy
Points of consideration
  • Very limited public information about academic results or university placements
  • Minimal presence in parent forums compared to established Dubai schools
  • No clear data on fees, facilities, or student demographics
  • Lacks the documented track record of flagship GEMS institutions
  • May have limited secondary pathway options compared to full-through schools

Annual Fees

Year GroupAgeUSDTotal Annual Fee
All grades3-187,000

Fees converted from AED. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.


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GEMS Westminster School —, Sharjah campus

Academic Results

Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.


Extra Curriculars

Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's age group.


Inspections & Accreditations

Inspection

No published inspection details are currently available.

Accreditations

Accreditation details are not publicly listed.

Memberships

Membership details are not publicly listed.


Student Body

Sharjah's international schools draw families from across the UAE and beyond, with a mix of long-term residents and families relocating for work. Contact the school for current enrolment and nationality breakdown.


Leadership

Valerie Thompson - CEO / School Principal

Valerie Thompson holds a B. Ed. from Liverpool University UK and an MA in International Education from Bath University UK, with over 30 years of experience in the education sector.