The Story

A legacy of learning. A future of possibilities. The story began in 1959, when two teachers, K.S. and Mariamma Varkey, opened a small campus in the UAE. Their purpose was simple: to make quality education accessible and give children the opportunity to build a better future.

A GEMS School of Excellence community gathering
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    A global community of learners

    From those beginnings, Education has grown into a global community of campuses, educators, learners and families. Across countries, cultures and curricula, one belief continues to connect them: every child deserves to be seen, supported and encouraged to realise their potential.

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    Global experience, Indian context

    In India, brings together global educational experience and a deep respect for the country's culture, values and aspirations. Strong academic foundations are supported by opportunities to question, create, collaborate and grow in confidence.

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    We see genius in every child

    That genius may be revealed through a question, an original idea, an act of kindness, a creative expression or the determination to try again. Our role is to recognise it, nurture it and help it find its way.

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    Admissions for 2027–28

    School of Excellence, Jodhpur is a CBSE school for learners from the age of 2+ onwards, offering Pre-K to Grade 9.

    • ›The CBSE curriculum with strong academic foundations
    • ›Learning environments for Early Childhood, STREAM, the arts, sport and well-being
    • ›Facilitators who respond to how each learner progresses
    • ›A community built on Care, Excellence, One Team and Always Learning
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    Curiosity is where learning begins

    Children learn to make connections, apply what they understand and approach unfamiliar situations with confidence. In a world that continues to change, the ability to remain curious may be one of the most important capabilities a child develops.