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Working in partnerships with governments, investors, developers, school groups, and communities
worldwide, GSM is already in advanced talks with clients across eight international markets.

From premium schools in capital cities to affordable community schools in underserved areas, it
aims to offer flexible models and custom contracts tailored to meet specific regulations, cultures,
and educational goals.

Each model includes curriculum plans, architectural guidance, recruitment and training,
technology infrastructure, and hundreds of pre-developed operational systems and processes.

At the virtual global launch of GSM on Monday, Robert Tarn CBE, Managing Director of GEMS
School Management, 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.

“Whether you’re a government, a developer, or a school group seeking to scale or improve
outcomes, we are ready to help you deliver.”

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.”

Adapting to local needs

Partners can select from multiple curriculum-aligned models – from premium British or American
schools to mid-market Indian or IB schools – each customisable to the social, regulatory, and
financial landscape of the location.

Beyond setting up new schools, customised enhancement contracts for existing institutions and
education systems will also be provided. These services are intended to help schools expand,
improve operations, and take advantage of GEMS’ procurement strength and cost efficiencies.

Other members of the senior leadership reiterated that ‘there is no one-size-fits-all’ solution. While
proven systems can be implemented, success depends on adapting these frameworks to local
needs and leadership styles.

Hardik Shah, Commercial and Financial Director, GEMS School Management, said, “The approach
is going to be very different for different schools, whether we are dealing with a mid-market school,
mid-market plus or a premium school, and we are dealing with different geographies as well. We
are dealing with anywhere in between the Middle East, South America so on and so forth. So, the
approach would be very unique and different for each investor, and the fee would depend on that as
well.”

Supporting children with special needs

Meanwhile, this model also prioritises supporting children with special educational needs.
Tarn added, “We have a huge team and capacity. The systems and processes to support children
with additional needs, particularly the most vulnerable children...That will be in the front and centre

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