We are a mid-sized American international school of 600 students and teachers representing over 60 nationalities. Within this diverse community, there is a strong sense of belonging. Such diversity and academic excellence go hand in hand. Teachers and students from all walks of life learn to take risks together—usually succeeding, and sometimes failing—learning to think differently and respect alternative perspectives. Thanks to close, collaborative relationships between teachers and students, GEMS US graduates are prepared to be innovative citizen-leaders in their communities around the world. We believe we are all learners, moving forward together. We believe each student from Pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and every teacher has extraordinary capacity to both learn from and teach others. And, we believe they exceed expectations when appropriately stretched and supported in a nurturing environment. We are constantly innovating, trying to use and manipulate resources in unusual ways to spark joyful learning for all. Students engage with a rigorous curriculum, grounded in the AERO Common Core Plus and Next Generation Science Standards. English is the language of instruction throughout the school, unless you pop into a French, Spanish or Arabic class in which you’ll hear the target language. For our most inquisitive students, we offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses which offer the opportunity to pursue college-level study while still in high school, extended learner programming after school, and interdisciplinary, independent research options. Our facilities include: 2 full-court indoor gymnasiums 25 meter swimming pool Second pool for younger learners Soccer field 400m track and field Tennis courts Outdoor basketball courts Two large outdoor multi-purpose elementary play spaces; one shaded Multi-purpose covered courts for basketball/tennis/badminton Elementary astroturf field Auditorium Biology & chemistry laboratories Bright spacious art studies Library Canteen Extra-large classrooms with large windows, allowing students to work in natural light