GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail students have “given their all” in their extraordinary battles against the stacked odds of the “Covid Years” and personal journeys that have stretched many students to the limit. With a set of results that have wowed parents and teachers, this year’s students are singled out as some as the most exceptional in the history of this outstanding British curriculum school.
Pictured: Mr Campbell Douglas, Principal and CEO, GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail, in Dubai.
Speaking exclusively with SchoolsCompared.com, a delighted Campbell Douglas, Principal/CEO, GEMS Wellington Academy – Al Khail, told us:
“Our students have given their all over the last two years, and we are so proud of what they have attained.
“Their tenacity and determination to achieve to the highest standard is reflected in these results.
“Through their hard work, with support from their parents, this group of students has excelled beyond our expectations.
“Thanks, of course, must also be given to the amazing staff at WEK who have helped and guided them towards this outstanding achievement.
“We cannot wait to see what the future holds for this amazing group of students.”
Gemma Thornley, Secondary Principal, GEMS Wellington Academy – Al Khail, continued:
“I am immensely proud of our WEK students and their excellent GCSE results.
“Their unwavering dedication, relentless hard work, and unyielding resilience have truly paid off.
“These achievements not only showcase the students’ intellectual growth, but they are also a testament to their diligence and the potential they hold for the future. This is just the beginning, and I am looking forward to welcoming them back to embark of the next stage of their academic careers with us in Sixth Form.
“Congratulations, Year 11!”
Extraordinary Young People
GEMS Education and the leadership of GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail has asked us to recognise all the GCSE Class of 2023, but the following students have “shone a light on outstanding.”
Nadine Abdalla, WEK Graduating Student of the GCSE Class of 2023, has been away from school swimming for her country in the Open Waters Championships. Despite such a big sporting commitment, the school told SchoolsCompared.com, she has still managed to get above a Grade 6 in all her GCSEs, which is a remarkable accomplishment.
Muhammad Siddiqui has done amazingly well after his having to survive and overcome the loss of a close family member. An absolute inspiration, Muhammad Siddiqui still managed to secure a Grade 5 and above in all his GCSEs.
| Student | Confirmed results | No. of years at school |
| Dilmukhammed Galin, Kazakhstan | 3 x 9, 5 x 8, 1 x 7, 1 x 6 | 2 |
| Navaal Ghazanfar, India | 8 x 9, 1 x 7 | 2 |
| Garv Lamba | 7 x 9, 2 x 8, 1 x 6 | 2 |
| 4.Renad Osman – Sudanese | 6 x 9, 4 x 8 | 2 |
| Jana Zamel, Egypt | 4 x 9, 5 x 8, 1 x 7 | 3 |
GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail Overall GCSE Results 2023
| GCSE results | 2023 | 2022 |
| Total candidates | 66 | 68 |
| Total entries | 499 | 366 |
| Total entries at grade 9 | 53 | 42 |
| % of entries at grade 9 | 11% | 11% |
| Total entries at grade 8-9 (A*) | 132 | 109 |
| % of entries at grade 8-9 (A*) | 26% | 30% |
| Total entries at grade 7-9 (A-A*) | 226 | 199 |
| % of entries at grade 7-9 (A-A*) | 45% | 54% |
| Total entries at grade 5-9 (B-A*) | 412 | 331 |
| % of entries at grade 5-9 (B-A*) | 83% | 90% |
| Total entries at grade 4-9 (C-A*) | 457 | 354 |
| % of entries at grade 4-9 (C-A*) | 92% | 97% |
| Total candidates achieving grade 9 | 23 | 21 |
| % of candidates achieving grade 9 | 35% | 31% |
| Total candidates achieving 8-9 (A*) | 38 | 40 |
| % of candidates achieving 8-9 (A*) | 58% | 59% |
Further information
Read about the Hidden Talents of an Extraordinary Principal here
Read about Stellar A Level achievement at GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail here
Read our review of GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail here
Visit the official GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail web site here.
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