Welcome Message

Change my environment, Activate my potential. The tagline holds true for any student who enrolls at GEMS New Millennium School, an institution that prides itself in providing holistic education, superior facilities and varied opportunities.

I am delighted to welcome you to the website of GEMS New Millennium School and give you a quick glimpse into the salient features of this wonderful institution.  

We are passionate to nurture students who are empathetic, curious, articulate and driven by inquiry. This is the hallmark of our enriched and innovative curriculum, which is Exponential, Empowering and Experiential.

From the 'Good' rating in 2015-2016 by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) in our very first inspection, to now being rated as a ‘Very Good School’ since 2019, the journey of the school has transformed into a multifaceted learning space. 

Our students come from over 30+ different countries and internationalism prevails in the ethos of our school. All the cultures and identities of our students is promoted through the enriched curriculum with a dual pathway in the senior school. We offer both the CBSE and the IGCSE/A Level, starting Grade 9 or Year 10 respectively. For more information on the dual pathway programme, visit the curriculum tab on our website.  

Since its inception in April 2013, NMS is recognized as a leading school in the region, with the below achievements: 

• Offers an enriched and innovative curriculum, leading up to a choice between CBSE and IGCSE in high school 
• Rated ‘Very Good’ since 2019 DSIB inspections 
• Microsoft Showcase School.
• Won the Most Innovative School Award in 2019 and 2025 GEMS Global Innovation Challenge 
• Future-Ready Incubation Hub Certified by Dubai SME – The only CBSE school (Second school in UAE) with a licensed Incubation Center, empowering students to transform ideas into impactful ventures.
• MACAT Critical Thinking Curriculum (OECD approved) Middle School engages students in thought-provoking units built around the 6 PACIER skills.
• Astra Nova Conundrums offers exclusive access to the best ways to teach children critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and data analysis in line with Elon Musk's Astra Nova School curriculum from the campus of SpaceX for Grades 2 to 5 students.
• Student Agency & Leadership Student-led initiatives empower students to shape school life, lead in councils, mentorship, and service, and drive MUN, debate, social and community impact projects.
• KG Reading Program nurtures young learners with a rich blend of resources: physical books, Oxford Reading Tree (Levels 1-7), Collins Big Cat fiction & nonfiction (Phases 2-5), and the online Oxford Reading Buddy. Grounded in research-based strategies, we incorporate visual tools like Elkonin Boxes, Directed Reading Thinking Activities, and Reciprocal Teaching to build strong early literacy skills.
• A day-boarding school with 30 different afterschool activities to choose without any additional costs 
• A comprehensive career guidance programme starting Grade 8, including tie-ups with top universities, career fairs, preparation for competitive examinations 
• NMS is a registered IELTS centre 

We know that we are educating the next-generation of leaders, and so we ensure we provide an inspiring learning environment that moulds students to become innovative thinkers and enterprising global citizens. The vision of GEMS New Millennium School is centered around the key word 'Next-Generation' aspiring every day for our students, whom we call 'Edupreneurs' to become competent and confident individuals.  

Our parents witness the resounding benefits of the school’s all-inclusive program through valuable student outcomes, including the skills of integrity, confidence and competence. Our families and staff have built successful partnerships that are focused on trust and transparency.  

Do come and visit us on any day of the week 8 am to 3 pm or visit our social media Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

We look forward to your partnership with our School and a rewarding learning journey for all our students.