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GEMS Education Launches GEMS Founders School Nad Al Hamar, Announces Key Leadership Appointments
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The school will offer the National Curriculum for England from FS1 to Year 8 in its first year, expanding annually up to Year 13. The expansion comes amid sustained demand across the UAE for high-quality British curriculum education that combines strong academic outcomes with accessible fee structures. Since its launch in 2016, the Founders brand has become one of the UAE's most in-demand British education offerings, known for combining academic rigour, inclusive school communities and exceptional value for families. Akram Tarik, Founders Brand Leader, has been appointed as Founding and Executive Principal of GFH. An educational leader with more than a decade of experience as Principal/CEO of GEMS Founders School – Al Mizhar (GFM) within the network, Akram will also continue to serve GFM as Executive Principal, ensuring leadership oversight and alignment across the Founders network. Mia Chorfi, currently Vice Principal – Academics at GFM, will succeed Akram as Principal of GFM. Having served in several senior academic leadership roles over the past five years, Mia has been instrumental in supporting the school's continued growth, academic progress and strong culture of ambition and inclusion. Today, Founders schools educate more than 14,000 students across the UAE and have consistently achieved GCSE and A Level results above UK and international averages. Students have progressed to leading universities worldwide, including the University of Toronto, University of Manchester, University of Warwick, University of Bristol and University of Birmingham. The schools have also secured strong inspection outcomes from Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and British Schools Overseas (BSO), reflecting the quality of teaching, leadership and student achievement. GFH will bring this proven model to the rapidly growing Nad Al Hamar community, serving families across Dubai Creek, Dubai Festival City, Deira, and surrounding areas. The purpose-built campus will feature modern early-years provision, specialist science laboratories, innovation and technology spaces, creative arts studios, libraries, and extensive sports facilities, designed to support academic excellence and whole-child development. Dino Varkey, Group Chief Executive Officer of GEMS Education, said:“The Founders brand was created to ensure that more families could access a world-class British education without compromise. As we mark 10 years of Founders, the launch of GFH reflects our continued growth as well as our long-term commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable education to communities across the UAE. We look forward to beginning the next chapter in the Founders legacy by welcoming GFH's founding cohort of students in August 2026 and seeing both Akram and Mia lead the next phase of excellence across the Founders network.” Matthew Burfield, Executive Vice President – Education at GEMS Education and Founding Principal of GEMS Founders School – Dubai, added:“Over the past decade, Founders has built a reputation for combining ambition, inclusion and consistently strong outcomes at scale. GFH represents the next chapter in that journey, supported by experienced leaders who deeply understand the ethos and expectations that define the Founders family.” Akram Tarik said:“Growing with one of the most dynamic school communities in Dubai, I have seen first-hand how a clear vision, investment in people, and high aspirations for every child can transform a school. Being appointed Founding & Executive Principal of GFH is both an honour and a responsibility. Our mission is to help every person - our students, our staff, and our families - grow and to ensure that children flourish with curiosity, confidence, and creativity.” Mia Chorfi on her appointment at GFM said:“GFM successfully balances inclusivity with ambition and strong operational systems with relational leadership. I'm proud to have contributed to shaping the school's upward trajectory. I look forward to building on these strong foundations and continuing to ensure every student is supported, challenged and inspired to achieve their full potential.” While GFH will reflect the hallmarks of high expectations, strong pastoral care, and inclusive values that have defined Founders over the past decade, it will place particular emphasis on honour, heritage, and community engagement. GEMS is building the school's leadership team with a focus on recruiting experienced educators aligned with evidence-based teaching and learning practices. Over the next three to five years, GFH aims to establish itself as one of Dubai's most sought-after British curriculum schools with positive inspection outcomes and a phased expansion of additional facilities as the campus grows to full capacity. The Founders brand currently operates schools in Al Barsha South, Al Mizhar, Dubai South, and Masdar City, with GEMS Founders School – Nad Al Hamar strengthening its footprint across the UAE.
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Now open for enrolment, the fifth Founders school to welcome its first cohort in August 2026, a with the 10th anniversary of the brand within the GEMS network
Akram Tarik appointed Founding & Executive Principal of GEMS Founders School – Nad Al Hamar; Mia Chorfi named Principal/CEO of GEMS Founders School – Al Mizhar (GFM)
Founders schools now educate over 14,000 students across the UAE
The school will offer the National Curriculum for England from FS1 to Year 8 in its first year, expanding annually up to Year 13. The expansion comes amid sustained demand across the UAE for high-quality British curriculum education that combines strong academic outcomes with accessible fee structures. Since its launch in 2016, the Founders brand has become one of the UAE's most in-demand British education offerings, known for combining academic rigour, inclusive school communities and exceptional value for families. Akram Tarik, Founders Brand Leader, has been appointed as Founding and Executive Principal of GFH. An educational leader with more than a decade of experience as Principal/CEO of GEMS Founders School – Al Mizhar (GFM) within the network, Akram will also continue to serve GFM as Executive Principal, ensuring leadership oversight and alignment across the Founders network. Mia Chorfi, currently Vice Principal – Academics at GFM, will succeed Akram as Principal of GFM. Having served in several senior academic leadership roles over the past five years, Mia has been instrumental in supporting the school's continued growth, academic progress and strong culture of ambition and inclusion. Today, Founders schools educate more than 14,000 students across the UAE and have consistently achieved GCSE and A Level results above UK and international averages. Students have progressed to leading universities worldwide, including the University of Toronto, University of Manchester, University of Warwick, University of Bristol and University of Birmingham. The schools have also secured strong inspection outcomes from Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and British Schools Overseas (BSO), reflecting the quality of teaching, leadership and student achievement. GFH will bring this proven model to the rapidly growing Nad Al Hamar community, serving families across Dubai Creek, Dubai Festival City, Deira, and surrounding areas. The purpose-built campus will feature modern early-years provision, specialist science laboratories, innovation and technology spaces, creative arts studios, libraries, and extensive sports facilities, designed to support academic excellence and whole-child development. Dino Varkey, Group Chief Executive Officer of GEMS Education, said:“The Founders brand was created to ensure that more families could access a world-class British education without compromise. As we mark 10 years of Founders, the launch of GFH reflects our continued growth as well as our long-term commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable education to communities across the UAE. We look forward to beginning the next chapter in the Founders legacy by welcoming GFH's founding cohort of students in August 2026 and seeing both Akram and Mia lead the next phase of excellence across the Founders network.” Matthew Burfield, Executive Vice President – Education at GEMS Education and Founding Principal of GEMS Founders School – Dubai, added:“Over the past decade, Founders has built a reputation for combining ambition, inclusion and consistently strong outcomes at scale. GFH represents the next chapter in that journey, supported by experienced leaders who deeply understand the ethos and expectations that define the Founders family.” Akram Tarik said:“Growing with one of the most dynamic school communities in Dubai, I have seen first-hand how a clear vision, investment in people, and high aspirations for every child can transform a school. Being appointed Founding & Executive Principal of GFH is both an honour and a responsibility. Our mission is to help every person - our students, our staff, and our families - grow and to ensure that children flourish with curiosity, confidence, and creativity.” Mia Chorfi on her appointment at GFM said:“GFM successfully balances inclusivity with ambition and strong operational systems with relational leadership. I'm proud to have contributed to shaping the school's upward trajectory. I look forward to building on these strong foundations and continuing to ensure every student is supported, challenged and inspired to achieve their full potential.” While GFH will reflect the hallmarks of high expectations, strong pastoral care, and inclusive values that have defined Founders over the past decade, it will place particular emphasis on honour, heritage, and community engagement. GEMS is building the school's leadership team with a focus on recruiting experienced educators aligned with evidence-based teaching and learning practices. Over the next three to five years, GFH aims to establish itself as one of Dubai's most sought-after British curriculum schools with positive inspection outcomes and a phased expansion of additional facilities as the campus grows to full capacity. The Founders brand currently operates schools in Al Barsha South, Al Mizhar, Dubai South, and Masdar City, with GEMS Founders School – Nad Al Hamar strengthening its footprint across the UAE.
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