Dubai-based GEMS Education, a global leader in private education, is launching the GEMS School of Research and Innovation in Dubai Sports City, solidifying its reputation for providing premium education. This $100 million campus will feature world-class facilities and charge some of the highest school fees globally.
Varkey’s Educational Legacy
Sunny Varkey, the visionary behind GEMS Education, hails from a family of educators. His parents, Mariama and KS Varkey, originally from Kerala, India, founded Our Own English High School in Dubai in 1968. Recognizing the need for modern facilities, Sunny Varkey expanded the school and later introduced premium institutions catering to various nationalities, including Indians, Pakistanis, and British expats.
In 2000, he founded Global Education Management Systems (GEMS) to extend his educational vision globally. Today, GEMS operates schools across England, India, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the US. Sunny’s sons, Dino Varkey (CEO) and Jay Varkey (Executive Director), continue the family’s legacy of educational excellence.
World-Class Facilities at GEMS School
The GEMS School of Research and Innovation will offer state-of-the-art facilities designed to provide a unique learning experience:
- A 600-seat auditorium
- An Olympic-sized swimming pool
- An elevated football field that also functions as a helipad
- Advanced robotics and science laboratories
- Learning centers equipped with augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies
Tuition Fees at GEMS School
The annual tuition fees reflect the school’s premium offerings:
- Early Years: AED 116,000 (approximately Rs 27,27,533)
- Senior Students: AED 206,000 (approximately Rs 48,43,723)
These fees make it the most expensive school in the Gulf region.
Comparison with Global Elite Schools
Although GEMS School of Research and Innovation ranks among the costliest in the Gulf, elite schools worldwide charge even higher fees:
- Institut auf dem Rosenberg, Switzerland: Rs 1,52,05,748 annually
- Woodside Priory School, California: Rs 77,75,667 annually
- Eton College, UK: Rs 22,24,634 annually
Blending Luxury and Innovation in Education
The GEMS School of Research and Innovation aims to redefine educational excellence by combining luxury with advanced learning tools. With its cutting-edge facilities and premium offerings, the school is set to prepare students for future challenges, setting a benchmark for global education.
