
GEMS Education
Visit websiteAbout GEMS Education
GEMS Education is one of the world’s largest K-12 private education providers. While its global headquarters are in Dubai, the group has a significant and growing footprint in the UK independent sector. Through its 2018 acquisition of Bellevue Education, GEMS oversees a diverse portfolio of preparatory and secondary schools across the country. The group is known for a "global-local" approach, blending international best practices with the distinct character of individual British heritage schools.
Associated Schools(9)

Ealing Independent College is a co-educational independent college located in West London, catering to students aged 13 to 19. Originally established as a tutorial college with a focus on medical and dental school entrance, it has evolved to provide comprehensive GCSE and A-level programmes. The institution is known for its small-group teaching and a focus on fostering individual academic progress. Part of the Bellevue Education group, the college places a strong emphasis on a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that encourages student independence and personal development.

Situated in the heart of the Chiltern Hills within the village of Great Missenden, Gateway School is a co-educational, independent day school and nursery catering for children aged two to eleven. The school occupies a compact three-acre site featuring a handsome Grade II listed Victorian building. Part of the Bellevue Education group, the school emphasises a creative and engaging curriculum designed to promote curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking. A substantial extracurricular programme includes over forty clubs alongside a diverse creative arts provision spanning music, drama, and public speaking.

Weston Green School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, situated in the village of Thames Ditton, Surrey. Located opposite the village green and duck pond, the school is partially housed in a Victorian building dating to 1828. It emphasises a nurturing ethos centred on kindness, curiosity, and ambition, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals. The curriculum is designed to support individualised learning, with a strong focus on preparing pupils for 11+ transitions. Facilities include a purpose-built nursery and outdoor learning spaces within a leafy conservation area.

Wandsworth Preparatory School is a co-educational day school located near Wandsworth Common in South West London. Housed in the building of a former library, the school provides an environment for pupils, fostering a growth mindset and a passion for learning. The curriculum emphasises academic success alongside character development, complemented by weekly enrichment activities and a Forest School programme. As a small school, it focuses on providing a nurturing and supportive community for its pupils, with small class sizes and a range of wraparound care options available to families.

Bruern Abbey School is an independent day and weekly boarding school based across two sites, catering for neurodiverse pupils aged 8 to 16 with diagnoses such as dyslexia and dyspraxia. The preparatory department in Chesterton, Oxfordshire, is housed in a late Victorian, Italianate manor surrounded by 20 acres of grounds. The senior department is located in Chilton, Buckinghamshire, within a historic Georgian manor house. The school focuses on building academic confidence through a tailored curriculum, small class sizes, and integrated laptop use, while transitioning into a fully co-educational institution.

Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School is a co-educational independent day school located in Five Ashes near Mayfield, East Sussex. Set within 22 acres of rural countryside, the school provides an environment for children aged two to thirteen. The school claims an ethos of teaching individuals rather than classes, with a focus on academic, artistic, and sporting achievement. Its curriculum integrates a bespoke programme of outdoor learning and emphasises the development of social confidence and community spirit. As part of the Bellevue Education Group, it prepares pupils for entry into senior schools at age thirteen.

The Oratory Prep School is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school located in South Oxfordshire, near Reading. The school provides education for pupils across several stages, including nursery, pre-prep, and prep. Housed on a spacious site with extensive grounds and sporting facilities, the school was historically linked with the senior Oratory School and was previously accommodated in Caversham Park. The educational model focuses on delivering a comprehensive curriculum that develops well-rounded individuals through a blend of academic, sporting, and extracurricular activities.

Farlington School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 4 to 18, set within 33 acres of parkland at Strood Park, near Horsham, West Sussex. Originally founded as a girls' school, it completed its transition to full co-education in 2021. Centred around a historic mansion house with Jacobean and Georgian features, the all-through school caters for children from nursery through to sixth form. It provides flexi, weekly, and full boarding options alongside structured academic, artistic, and sporting activities.

Norfolk House School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in Muswell Hill, North London. Founded in 1897, the school operates across two sites housed in Victorian buildings. The curriculum balances academic study with character development, including a structured 11+ preparation programme. Pupils participate in various extracurricular activities, such as Forest School sessions in Highgate Woods. The school maintains a maritime heritage, with house names—Victory, Warrior, and Challenger—honouring historic naval vessels, and a weekly newsletter known as The Anchor.