Welcome from
Ann Haydon MBE
It is a pleasure to welcome you to GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail. Choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make and securing your child’s happiness and success is paramount.
GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail is a school which is dynamic and forward thinking, where our pupils achieve excellent public examination results and university destinations, and a community which embraces a spirit of enquiry and curiosity. Our aim is to provide a world class education based on inspirational teaching and limitless learning, and from their very first days in our Early Years Department, through to our Primary and Secondary Schools and to the Sixth Form, our pupils are encouraged to think for themselves, be inquisitive and surround themselves in debate and conversation.
The development of character and of life’s essential skills, as well as having a sense of perspective, are also important in our view, and this is why we place great importance on the individual. At GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail, each pupil is known and valued individually, and relationships between staff and pupils are characterised by mutual respect and warmth. Resilience, collaboration, leadership, empathy, digital literacy, communication, cultural awareness and an entrepreneurial spirit allow our young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through the curriculum, pastoral programme and enrichment activities, these skills and attributes are full embedded, fostering independent learning, innovation and global citizenship.
We encourage our pupils to aim high, to make the most of their talents, abilities at interests at all times. Our School is one full of opportunities and a distinct energy, with excitement permeating our classrooms and corridors. We are a happy and kind community of pupils, staff, and parents who together find the genius in every child.
This is a school where people count, results matter and a strive for excellence drives all that we do. We invite you to come and visit us and to meet our pupils and staff. A warm welcome awaits.
Ann Haydon MBE
Principal/CEO
GEMS Wellington Academy – Al Khail