Gulf Model School is a private school in Muhaisnah, Dubai. It is a co-educational facility which was established in 1982. The school offers education from Kindergarten to Grade 12, as it offers two separate curricula: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and Kerala Board Curriculum.
The K-12 school consists of over 2,600 students hailing from various nationalities, with a majority representing different states of India and other countries across Asia.
According to KHDA, Gulf Model School has an "Acceptable" rating in both wellbeing and inclusion. Gulf Model School uses a self-evaluation and feedback system, providing personalised support for low achievers and students with special needs.
Gulf Model School is situated in Muhaisnah 4, a sub-community of Muhaisnah Dubai. The district features a variety of residential apartments and villas. It also has direct access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
Above mentioned residential communities near Gulf Model School feature villas, apartments and shopping centres. These family-friendly areas are also home to numerous parks and other entertainment options.
Campus at Gulf Model School features a modern-style architecture with academic and extracurricular activities. The school offers spacious classrooms with science and computer laboratories, an outdoor ground, a multipurpose hall, a skating rink, a music room, an art room and fully-equipped library.
The campus of the educational facility also offers a safe and engaging environment with parking facilities for teachers and visiting parents.
Gulf Model School is situated in Muhaisnah 4, on Street 33, just behind Lulu Village.
Gulf Model School focuses on a strong academic foundation, consistently achieving high results in public exams and assessments. The school offers both academic excellence and core life values through a tailored curriculum that meets individual and collective student needs.
The K-12 school provides personalised support for students, including those with special needs, ensuring close progress monitoring. It also emphasises Islamic education, Arabic, UAE culture, and ethics, alongside core subjects, offering a well-rounded education.
Gulf Model School meets the educational needs of students ranging from 4 to 18 years of age.
Stage | Grade |
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Foundation/Kindergarten | KG1 and KG2 |
Primary | Grade 1 to Grade 5 |
Secondary | Grade 6 to Grade 8 |
Senior Secondary | Grade 9 to Grade 12 |
Gulf Model School offers two types of Indian curricula to its students: the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum and the Kerala State Board curriculum. The CBSE curriculum is available from KG1 to Grade 12, whereas the Kerala Board curriculum is offered from Year 8 to Year 12.
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is an educational body in Dubai, responsible for inspecting the quality of education for private schools. It inspects the school every year and issues a performance report based on a six-point scale shown below:
The current Gulf Model School KHDA rating is Acceptable. In the table below you can see the previous KHDA rating received by the Gulf Model School
Years | KHDA Rating |
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2012-2020 | Weak |
2021-2022 | Weak |
203-2024 | Acceptable |
For more information, read the inspection report available on the KHDA website.
The Gulf Model School academic calendar starts from April and ends in March . Here is a breakdown of the school’s academic calendar:
Key milestones | Dates |
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First Term | 1st April to 30th June |
Summer Break | 1st July to 24th August |
Second Term | 25th August to 15th December |
Winter Break | 16th December to 3rd January |
Third Term | 4th January to 31st March |
Besides that, the school remains closed on national and religious events, subjected to moon sightings. For more information, check out the Gulf Model School academic calendar.
Gulf Model School offers an online registration process, where parents can fill out the online registration form according to the academic session and grade of their children.
Parents who are interested in registering for admission of their children in Gulf Model School can do so, as of December of the upcoming school year. Following are prescribed ages for students from KG1 to Grade 1.
The following documents are required for admission in Gulf Model School:
For more information, read the admission process at Gulf Model School website.
Gulf Model School fees are as follows:
Year/Grade | Annual Total Fee (AED) |
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KG1 to KG2 | 3,875 |
Grade 1 to Grade 3 | 4,352 |
Grade 4 to Grade 7 | 4,931 |
Grade 8 to Grade 10 | 5,636 |
Grade 11 to Grade 12 | 7,046 |
The school also charges option service fees, which are as follows:
Optional Service | Charges (AED) |
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Transport | 4,000 to 6,000 |
Medical | 200 |
Annual Day | 300 |
Arabic Benchmark Test | 200 |
Class photograph | 150 |
Competitions | 200 |
Educational Local Trip | 300 |
Enrichment Activites | 100 |
School Magazine | 100 |
Skill Development Programmes | 300 |
English Language Immersion Program | 150 |
Arabic Language Immersion Program | 150 |
Aptitude Test | 300 |
Please note that the optional services and their respective fees are taken from KHDA factsheet.
Gulf Model School offers academic scholarships ranging from 5% to 10%. Students can also benefit from sibling discounts of 2% to 5%, along with an additional 10% discount for early payment. Additionally, school employees are eligible for a 50% discount.
Gulf Model School has a canteen which offers healthy snacks for students and staff.
Gulf Model School has a transportation department that provides a fleet of buses for students living in various areas of the city. The transportation fee for transportation varies from AED 4,000 to AED 6,000 per year.
Gulf Model School offers a summer camp programme that provides students with engaging and educational activities during the break.
Gulf Model School Dubai offers a variety of sports facilities to its students ranging from a football ground, a skating rink and a basketball court.
Gulf Model School offers a variety of extra-curricular activities, including talent hunts, annual sports competitions, leadership-focused events, and the You Festival Roadshow. The school also celebrates both national and international days, enriching students' cultural and social experiences.
Gulf Model School Dubai organises field trips for students across all grades, aiming to inspire learning through educational and recreational experiences. Students visit popular destinations within Dubai and other emirates, such as the recent trip to the Dubai Museum.
After-school activities at Gulf Model School include arts, skating, and music, with karate lessons also available to students as part of the programme.
Gulf Model School has an on-site clinic that conducts regular health check-ups to ensure the well-being and safety of its students
At Gulf Model School, communication between teachers and parents is facilitated through the school portal, accessible via the official website. The portal provides key information such as attendance records, exam schedules, and event notifications. Additionally, regular parent-teacher meetings are held to keep parents informed about their child’s academic progress. Communication is also maintained through the school’s official social media accounts and dedicated WhatsApp groups to ensure parents stay updated.
General email: gmschool@emirates.net.ae
General enquiries: +971 4 2544222
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Gulf Model School offers both the CBSE and Kerala Board curricula.
The school accepts students aged 4 to 18 years, from KG1 to Grade 12.
Gulf Model School fee ranges from AED 3,875 to AED 7,046 depending on the grade.
The Gulf Model School academic year runs from April to March.
Yes, Gulf Model School offers academic scholarships, sibling discounts, early payment discounts, and staff discounts.
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