GEMS American Academy Qatar (GAAQ) is part of the GEMS Education family, a network of international schools worldwide that offers students the highest standard of education. As a GEMS Education school, we embody the GEMS core concepts of leading through innovation, pursuing excellence, growing by learning and global citizenship.
Our school offers our multi-cultural student body a rigorous American curriculum from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. In addition to U.S. Common Core standards-based academics that culminate with the Advanced Placement (AP) program, we also provide a robust extra-curricular program to support the development of the whole child.
Our balanced educational program places a strong emphasis on academics while incorporating the arts, athletics, community service and a wide range of learning opportunities inside and outside the classroom. Our curriculum is deepened through child-centered learning and our teachers strive to foster the development of each student’s unique talents and abilities. At GAAQ, we firmly believe that education is about overall student development (academic, social, emotional, physical and cognitive learning).
We are proud of our school’s journey since its inception in 2014. In under a decade, we have become a fully NEASC-accredited school, consistently earned one of the highest parent satisfaction ratings in the entire GEMS Education network, named “The Most Valuable School to Watch in the Middle East” by The Knowledge Review magazine, approved to offer 19 College Board Advanced Placement (AP) courses as of the 2021 – 2022 academic year, granted permission to offer the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award and received the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award as just the 3rd recipient in Qatar. Additionally, GAAQ is built on a thriving, diverse school with 80 student nationalities and 19 teacher nationalities (with teachers primarily from the United States and Canada). All of these great achievements would not be possible without the tireless commitment of our large, but tight-knit community.
There’s much more to a GEMS education than just great schools that set a benchmark for quality education. Every one of our schools is built on the same core values that encourage every GEMS student, regardless of their age, to develop a social conscience and become active members of their global community.
Your child’s education is incredibly precious, which is why we want to talk with you about what makes us special. In this section, we’d like to invite you to learn a little more about the GEMS network of schools, our core values and the part you can play in making your child’s educational experience the very best it can be.
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GEMS American Academy Qatar has transformed my child's learning journey; the dedicated staff and dynamic curriculum have fostered exceptional growth and confidence.
By Ethan Walker (May, 2024) |
At this school in Doha, my child has blossomed academically and socially, thanks to the dedicated staff who truly care about each student's success.
By Miyu Saito (Mar, 2024) |
The school has excellent facilities, and the teachers are pleasant and kind towards our children. Our children are proud to be GEMS Academy students.
By jezreel joseph (Feb, 2024) |
Gems has been a healing place for myself and my child, the counsellors, leadership, staff and teachers offered a different experience for us, they look beyond academics and offer a holistic approach to education. While academics are very important to Gems and us too, they give each child the respect and honour them in their uniqueness. Thank you Gems.
By Manal Kurdi (Feb, 2024) |
Very impressed with the whole admission process starting from the School Tour up until the 1st day at School. The red carpet welcome was very cool. Communication has been very great, please keep it up.
By Dele Magbadelo (Feb, 2024) |
The thing I love about Gems American Academy is the faculty. They are always available when you have questions. They are constantly in communication with parents about important events happening at school. I really feel my kids are getting a great education and they're preparing them for the future. I am very happy I chose Gems, best decision I could have made.
By Ophelia Johnson (Feb, 2024) |
GAAQ was the best experience we had in Doha as a family; our children enjoyed the school environment studying and taking part in the wide variety of sports available. The staff were fantastic teaching and taking care of them from the head of the school to the newest security guard. Because of this our children felt prepared for higher education and are now doing well in university. We definitely recommend GAAQ for any family looking for the best educational experience in Qatar.
By Sandra Hernández (Feb, 2024) |
I chose the school few years back and I do not have any regrets about it. My first impression about the school was that the environment is very friendly, very organized and disciplined. Another great thing that school does (compared to others), in the morning students are greeted by the teachers, counselors and Head of School, right from the school entrance. Moreover, this school made my child at the age of only 5 years old, read properly and with confidence from a child book-I shall never forget this. Allover, it is a very comfortable school for my child, with supportive teachers and with great events throughout the year. Keep it up GAAQ!!!
By Andreea Marin (Feb, 2024) |
One of the best schools in Doha. Good Quality Education viewing, Wonderful Management and friendful,
By Shiran De Costa (Feb, 2024) |
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At GEMS American Academy Qatar in Doha, my child's enthusiasm for learning has soared, thanks to the dedicated staff and a curriculum that truly inspires growth.
By Ayaka Nakamura (Jul, 2024) |