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IB Results 2023: Triumphant GEMS International School Al Khail students set to “shape the world”

Photograph of the GEMS International School Al Khail at night

by Tabitha BardaJuly 6, 2023

GEMS International School – Al Khail (GIS) students shared their excitement and joy today – not only at receiving a raft of stellar results, but also because they can now enjoy the summer safe in the knowledge that the IB has prepared them as well as possible for the challenge of starting university.

GIS student Nourhan Mohamed Ibrahim, who achieved an impressive 42 points in the IBDP, explains:

“Despite being incredibly challenging, the last two years have allowed me to develop crucial transferable life skills and gain a wealth of contemporary knowledge that can be applied in a real-world context. My GIS family of teachers and coordinators has been instrumental in guiding me on this journey to achieve a result that I am proud of – not just in terms of overall IB points but also through producing university-level work and preparing me for my future endeavours.”

The well-known rigour of the IB curriculum is the perfect springboard from which to go on to bigger and better challenges, says Burcu Keser, DP Coordinator at GIS, who is certain that their students will make their mark on the world:

“We are thrilled to extend our congratulations to the Class of 2023 on their achievements in conquering their IB assessments and results. Their determination, dedication, tireless efforts, and perseverance have paid off and led them to have these remarkable accomplishments. We are so proud of our students, and we cannot wait to witness how they will shape the world with their unique, inspiring talents and passions. We wish them the best of luck in the next chapter of their lives!”

Meanwhile Simon Herbert, Head of School/CEO, GEMS International School – Al Khail, extended his heartfelt congratulations to all of the GIS students for their enormous efforts:

“I am delighted to see the success of our DP and CP candidates, who have worked so hard through their two-year programmes. These results exemplify the hard work of the students and teachers, and the support from their families. Thanks to the environment at GIS and their dedication, these students leave with a love of learning and resilience, which will benefit them hugely as they enter the next stage of their lives, at some of the most illustrious establishments around the world. I send my sincere congratulations to all!”

Simon Herbert – Principal and Head of GEMS International School Al Khail

GEMS International School Al Khail IB Results

Indicator (IBDP – 2023)	2022-23	2021-22
No. of candidates registered in the session	55	32
No. candidates who passed	46	30
Overall pass rate	84%	94%
Average score among candidates who passed	32	33.7
Highest Diploma points awarded to a candidate	42	44
Percentage of students who scored 40+	9%	13%
Percentage of students who scored 35+	24%	47%
Percentage of students who scored 30+	67%	73%
No. subject entries	488	240

CP results

No. of candidates registered in the session: 19

Overall pass rate: 94%

Average IB subject score: 3.75

Top performing DP students

Olivia Ronnemaa, 42 points, heading to Aalto University

“I am very proud of my achievements and the hard work I have put in over the past two years. I would like to thank my teachers and friends for all their support. I will forever cherish my high school years spent at GIS and the opportunities offered to me by the school. I am looking forward to continuing my education journey by studying engineering in my home country of Finland.”

Olivia Ronnemaa, 42 points, heading to Aalto University

Jhanavi Ravi, 41 points, heading to University of California, San Diego

“The teachers and coordinators at GIS played an immeasurable role in guiding students through the last two years. GIS has provided me and my peers with multiple opportunities to grow not just academically but personally as well. Additionally, the school gave us the ability and support to contribute to our communities and interact with multiple groups in ways that aligned with our personal interests. Having engaged myself with these activities, I can confidently say how this culture of starting and taking part in student projects has fostered so many aspects of the IB Learner Profile that we are constantly reminded of in classes. GIS has provided me with so many ways to become a better student and person and I am grateful for the lessons that my mentors have taught me.”

Jhanavi Ravi, 41 points, heading to University of California, San Diego

Jana Nabil Alballany, 40 points, heading to University of Birmingham Dubai

“I’m extremely grateful for the many years I have spent at GIS, that have passed by so swiftly! I’m grateful for the great experiences the school provided, to expand my knowledge and skills in many areas, most notably leadership. I’m also very grateful for all the memories that I’ve made with my friends who over time have become family to me. I know that they will last a lifetime. I also know I’ve worked hard during these past two years and am grateful for my result.”

Jana Nabil Alballany, 40 points, heading to University of Birmingham Dubai

Diya Menon, 39 points, heading to University of Warwick

“I am thrilled about receiving my IBDP results, as they truly validate the effort and unwavering determination I dedicated over the past two years. With great excitement, I look forward to studying economics at University of Warwick, where I will be eager to contribute to the discipline with dedication.”