Extra Curricular Activities
At GEMS Founders School, we believe that education extends beyond the classroom, and our Enrichment Program for Term 1 2025 reflects this commitment. We offer a wide range of activities both in school and after school, designed to foster personal growth, skill development, and character building. Our program includes free Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) such as drama, yoga, arts and crafts, chess, and many more, available to students across various year groups. Additionally, we provide paid ESM (Sports Management) clubs, which parents can register for through the ESM website. These activities ensure that students have ample opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and enjoy a well-rounded educational experience.
Enrichment Offerings
Our enrichment offerings are provided as both co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. These activities give our students the chance to develop their skills in new and interesting fields, in addition to giving them the chance to learn through real-life experience.
These activities include:
- charity events
- subject-based weeks
- visiting speakers
- plays
- debating competitions
- poetry and story recitation competitions
- assemblies
- book fairs
- field trips
- overseas trips
- Model United Nations (MUN)
Sports Activities
We support all-round student development and achievement in both individual and team-based sports.
Extra-curricular activities include:
- sports days
- athletics
- basketball
- football
- volleyball
- cricket
As a GEMS Founders school, we believe that students grow through learning. As global citizens, becoming well-rounded individuals will allow each student to pursue more opportunities in their future.
Extra Curricular Activities
The extra curricular activities programme at GFS has grown from year to year. Some of our activities include the Model United Nations, a vast array of sports, arts and student leadership opportunities.
GFS staff remain committed to the ECA programme due to the amazing personal growth witnessed in so many of our students. We are also grateful to ESM for providing us with many more activities that our students can participate in.
Term 1 2025 Announcement:
We are excited to offer a wide variety of activities this term, catering to different interests and year groups. Here’s what’s available:
1. Fully Inclusive Extracurricular Clubs
Offered by all departments and available across all year groups, providing a broad range of opportunities for every student.
2. Squad Programme
Competitive sports trials begin from 8th September 2025 as we prepare to enter a variety of sporting competitions. Please check your emails for further information from the PE Team.
3. ESM-Provided ECAs (Paid)
In partnership with ESM (East Sports Management), students can join high-quality, specialist clubs for an additional fee.
You can sign up directly through the ESM website: https://esm.ae/
4. Well-Being Morning Clubs
These activities promote mindfulness and a positive start to the day. They will begin on 15th September 2025.
5. Parent-to-Parent ECAs
A new initiative designed to foster community involvement among parents. More information will be shared soon.
For full programme details and sign-up instructions, please read communication in GEMS Connect.
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