GEMS launches school education consultancy
A. SREENIVASA REDDY (ABU DHABI)GEMS Education has announced the launch of a dedicated consultancy and advisory arm that will help governments, investors, and property developers establish and manage high-performing schools globally.The newly formed entity, GEMS School Management (GSM), will provide end-to-end solutions to create new schools or transform existing ones. The initiative builds on GEMS Education's 65+ years of experience and global network of K-12 schools.In a statement, the company said GSM is designed to offer comprehensive services—ranging from curriculum planning, architectural design and staffing to safeguarding, systems integration, and operations. It is anchored by GSM's proprietary ASPIRE model, a 'school-in-a-box' framework that enables partners to open fully operational schools within just 12 months.'GSM empowers partners to quickly deploy fit-for-purpose schools – be they British, American, International Baccalaureate (IB), Indian or local curriculum – that meet the highest international standards while reflecting community needs,' the statement said.At a virtual event to mark the global launch, Robert Tarn CBE, Managing Director of GSM, said: 'We're working with partners who want more than just good schools – they want schools that set benchmarks. GSM brings the full force of the GEMS ecosystem to the table – from outstanding educators and global best practice to fully costed, turnkey models.'He added: 'Our partners often have the vision, the site, and the capital – what they need is deep educational expertise. That's where GSM comes in. We've done the thinking, built the model, and can be ready to open a high-impact school – with the right team, systems and students – in as little as 12 months.'GSM offers adaptable solutions for both new schools and existing school enhancement projects. The model supports a wide spectrum of needs—from premium institutions in capital cities to affordable schools in underserved communities—while customising delivery to local cultural, regulatory, and financial contexts.Sunny Varkey, Chairman and Founder of GEMS Education, said: 'Every child deserves access to world-class education, no matter where they are. GSM is how we share our legacy, our expertise, and our belief in education's power to change lives with partners who share our vision. Together, we will build schools that shape not only futures, but nations.'
GEMS said GSM is already in advanced discussions across eight global markets, with interest continuing to grow. The consultancy offers partners access to GEMS' extensive recruitment network, teacher training platforms, digital learning systems, and global procurement advantages.
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