• 26% of all GEMS entries achieved A* to A grades, with 52% recording A* to B grades
  • 14% of Jumeirah College’s entries awarded top A* grade, 80% achieved A* to B grades

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – The GEMS Education community, including students, parents, educators, and staff, is celebrating a year of exceptional A-level results.

This year, a record 1,883 students from a total of 22 GEMS schools in the UAE and Qatar completed 5,191 A-level exams, the most in GEMS’ 65-year history. Impressively, 26% of the exam entries achieved A* to A grades while 52% secured A* to B grades.

Dr Saima Rana, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, GEMS Education, said: “Today, we wholeheartedly celebrate our students, whose remarkable achievements with these impressive A-level results have left us in awe. Your dedication and success are a true testament to your potential, and we couldn’t be prouder of the heights you’ve reached.

“These results are a shining example of what can be achieved when the GEMS community – students, parents, and educators – comes together in pursuit of excellence. Your passion and focus have paved the way to your preferred universities, and we are excited to see now how you will continue to shine and shape a brighter future for all.”

Notable achievements across the GEMS network include Jumeirah College Dubai, where 14% of the school’s A-level entries were awarded the top A* grade and 80% were awarded A* to B grades.

Nicholas Brain, Principal/CEO, Jumeirah College Dubai, said: “Today’s A-level results at Jumeirah College highlight the incredible dedication and hard work of our students. We are immensely proud of their achievements and the high standards they have set. These results showcase not only academic excellence but also the development of critical skills and a passion for lifelong learning.

“Their success is a reflection of their resilience and the steadfast support of our dedicated staff. Congratulations to the Class of 2024 we look forward to the remarkable contributions you will make in the future.”

Additional highlights include The Winchester School – Jebel Ali, which is renowned for its consistent record of top exam results both within the GEMS network and internationally. The school reported that 33% of its A-level entries achieved A* to A grades, with 60% achieving A* to B.

Both GEMS Founders School – Dubai with over 500 exam entries and GEMS Metropole School Motor City saw strong performance with 52% of A-level entries achieving A* to B grades.

This year also marks a significant milestone for two GEMS schools, as GEMS Founders School – Al Mizhar and GEMS New Millennium School celebrated their first A-level cohorts.

These schools, known for their commitment to academic excellence and holistic development, have successfully guided their inaugural group of students through the rigorous A-level curriculum, setting a strong foundation for future years.

About GEMS Education

GEMS Education is one of the oldest and largest K-12 private education providers in the world and a trusted and highly regarded choice for quality education in the Middle East and North Africa region. As a company founded in the UAE in 1959, it holds an unparalleled track record of providing diverse curricula and educational choices to all socio-economic means.

Having started with a single school run from a private home in Dubai, GEMS remains a family business to this day. Its inspiring Founder, Sunny Varkey, and his son, Dino Varkey, who is Group Chief Executive Officer, are responsible for providing vision, insight, and strategy across the organisation.

Every day, GEMS has the privilege of educating students from over 176 countries through its owned and managed schools globally. And through its growing network, as well as charitable contributions, it is fulfilling the GEMS vision of putting a quality education within the reach of every learner.

Every year, students graduating from GEMS schools progress to the world’s best universities. Over the past five years, GEMS students have been accepted into over 1,050 universities in 53 countries including all eight Ivy League universities in the US and all 24 Russell Group universities and colleges in the UK.

For further information about GEMS Education, visit www.gemseducation.com or contact: 
Leen Haffar
Senior Account Executive 
Four Agency Worldwide 
Leen.Haffar@Four,Agency | Mob: +971 (0)52 364 1578