GAA Staff

Staff at GEMS Academy Alexandria are committed to our vision. One of value, trust and consultation. Professional relationships are based on giving and receiving effective, constructive and positive feedback.  We value the skills and experience of all staff.

Staff are chosen for their ability and commitment to create learning environments that foster excellence.  They have a passion for education and an ability to communicate effectively.  Through our on-going investment in the professional development of our staff, we provide curricula and effective teaching that is tailored to the specific needs of our students.  Within the context of ‘Life Long Learning’ Literacy and Numeracy skills are priorities and are integrated throughout the school curriculum.

ICT & E-learning

All of our classrooms provide students with an environment which enables them to learn in comfort as well as offering them access to new technological approaches to learning.  In an ever evolving technological world, interactive whiteboards are no longer enough to appeal to young minds.  Throughout all of our school classes, all children have access to e-learning via both interactive whiteboards and interactive educational tablets.  Students also have access to our ICT suite, during our ICT lessons we not only focus on the ICT skills required to be a 21^st century citizen but we also promote internet safety which is vital in today’s society.

Physical Education

Physical education is a major part of a child’s education and we at GAA provide our students with ample space and a variety of sporting activities to appeal to all.  We allow our children to use our gymnasiums, we have an outdoor pool which allows the children to learn this vital skill with a qualified lifeguard and we have several courts and sporting areas for football and volleyball.  Our students are also actively encouraged to join in with extra-curricular sporting activities as well as allowing them to compete locally with other school.

Science

Our approach to science is also important to us and our core values.  All of our children have access to a variety of science laboratories which have been designed and equipped to develop the natural curiosity of a child’s mind and to build their enquiring minds.

Music & Drama

At GAA we do not just dedicate our time to educating our students about music and drama as part of the curriculum, but to also build their creativity and confidence and allow them the opportunity to exhibit their talents to an audience.  At GAA we are fortunate to have an expansive two tier auditorium to help highlight all of the student’s talents and achievements.

Library

Throughout all stages of education we actively encourage independent reading.  Aside from curricula demands, we want our students to enjoy reading for pleasure.  Our library houses a variety of books for both academic purposes and for pleasure and via our borrowing scheme, we are more than happy to allow the children to take books to read in their spare time, to allow them time during breaks to read at leisure as well as offering an extra-curricular reading lesson where children develop their reading skills but also develop their passion to share their stories with others.

Transportation

GAA cares passionately about child safety and comfort and we offer all parents the opportunity to have access to our school transportation.  What is important to you is also important to us and we provide all of our children with air-conditioned buses with adequate seating and seatbelts for each child.   All of our buses have a monitor present and we do our utmost to ensure each student’s safety is paramount during transportation time.

On-site Doctor

Throughout the school day we have an on-site two school doctors to handle all concerns which occur in schools.  Our school doctors are not only available for medical checks but to also provide advice and guidance for any concerned parent.  Not only do we have a Doctor’s clinic on site, we also have highly qualified and trained staff who are able to assist in the rare case of a medical emergency.

Food Hall

Healthy eating is vital to a child’s physical and academic development and every day learning and our on-site canteen provides food for children which is both appealing and healthy.  We encourage all of our children to learn healthy eating habits and we also believe that children should develop a family’s core values and ethics.

Mr Sarky has an extensive background with over 22 years of experience in education as a teacher, administrator, and educational consultant. He is also an experienced IB Educator with a strong foundation in pedagogical leadership.

Mr Sarky graduated from Cairo University with a BA in Language and Literature in 2000 and has since been working in the field of education. His areas of expertise include pedagogical leadership, community building, educational projects, teachers’ professional development, and well-being.

Mr Sarky has been an IB Educator for over 11 years and has fulfilled various roles to promote the IB philosophy across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. He is also a certified positive discipline trainer.

Mr Sarky strongly advocates for student-centered learning and has a proven track record of implementing innovative educational programs that have had a positive impact on student achievement. He is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth.

We are confident that Mr Sarky will bring new perspectives, ideas, and leadership to our school community. He is excited to meet and collaborate with each one of you to continue our school’s tradition of academic excellence and character development.