Rare find in GEMS
AT GEMS International Schools (GEMS), the educational approach is anchored by the simple yet significant premise that all children are capable of great things.
The teachers take time to connect with children and see things through their eyes. They work at cultivating children’s natural curiosity, character, confidence, collaborative spirit, critical thinking and creative talent; empowering them to give their best.
The school leadership also welcomes the participation of parents at every step of the child’s educational journey.
They understand that such involvement can only strengthen their own commitment to delivering an exceptional experience to each family.
Quality, as defined by the GEMS standard, encompasses more than just pure academic excellence. It also encourages the development of good character and soft skills needed to become a healthy, happy, well-adjusted and well-rounded individual that can contribute positively to the world.
A diverse faculty of qualified teachers delivers this high standard of holistic education.
These teachers from expatriate and local backgrounds have experience with the new English National Curriculum (also known as the British Curriculum) and have worked in various international school environments globally.
Each child will undergo an entry assessment that helps both students and their teachers understand how they learn and what their academic potential might be.
Continuous assessments for core subjects also assist with ongoing performance monitoring.
These assessments support and improve student learning, and provide an informative record of their achievements.
For students who need to bridge gaps in their English proficiency levels, English as an additional language is available in the form of in-classroom support or extra tutorials.
The GEMS Group prides itself on leading through innovation. Teachers undergo regular continuous professional development courses where they are trained in the latest educational methodologies, pedagogies and classroom technologies.
Children are also exposed to innovation daily as it is incorporated into the school curriculum via classes delivered at each school’s Innovation, Research and Development Centre.
They learn about coding, robotics and general innovation while acquiring other 21st century skills such as collaboration, teamwork, creativity, critical thinking and problem solving.
Most importantly, GEMS focuses on providing all children with a learning environment that is happy and safe. The children benefit from a balanced programme that gives equal emphasis to academic, sports, arts and music.
One unique offering is the GEMS Peripatetic Music Programme that allows children to attend music classes during regular school hours, and offers a wide range of classical and contemporary musical instruments to choose from.
This removes the need for children to attend external music classes outside of school hours, giving them more time to enjoy “being a kid.”
GEMS places a strong emphasis on safety. This has driven the administration to enforce strict drop-off and pick-up times.
Each school also has its own fleet of transportation vans and buses that are equipped with GPS technology, CCTV cameras, good seat belts, strictly monitored trained drivers and marshals to oversee the logistics process.
Food safety is another aspect that GEMS strictly manages. The children are offered nutritious meal plans designed by a dietician and delivered daily by their catering partner.
The staff and management of each GEMS International School also work in close partnership with all parents. Visit a GEMS International School to fully experience what it has to offer.
■ For details, log on to www.gems. edu.my