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The unique recognition is accorded to the school for its outstanding commitment to working with the University of Cambridge International Examinations in the achievement of its educational mission.
The award was presented to the Westminster School's principal, David Morrison, by Christine Daw, Regional Manager - Middle East & North Africa, University of Cambridge International Examinations at a special ceremonial function held at the school's auditorium.
Commenting on the achievement, Principal Morrison said, 'It is indeed a very special day for Westminster faculty and staff and GEMS Education for their constant support and guidance to the school. Receiving this award further strengthens our position as quality education providers in the region and lays on us more responsibility to maintain this in the years to come.'
As a result of this award, the school has received many benefits from the University of Cambridge International Examinations and the special privilege to nominate the high achievers of AS / A-level courses for scholarship for three consecutive years in any University in the world.
The award ceremony was attended by Ms. Laila Murtadha Baqar, Head of Private Education at the Ministry of Education in Dubai, officials from the University of Cambridge International Examinations, officials from GEMS Education, parents, staff and students of the school.
Westminster school celebrates the Cambridge Fellowship Centre Status
The University of Cambridge honoured the Westminster School, a GEMS School, with the 'Cambridge Fellowship Centre Status' a unique grant only 50 schools across the world have, and only two other schools in the region received this honour.
- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, November 23 - 2006 at 12:37
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| Christine Daw, Regional Manager - Middle East and North Africa, University of Cambridge International Examinations, while handing the Cambridge International fellowship Centre Status to David Morrison, Principal of The Westminster School. |
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GEMS manages a growing network of 65 high quality international schools around the world. The GEMS network of schools provides a unique brand of holistic education to 65,000 students from 124 countries, employing over 5,200 education professionals, specialists and staff from over 50 nationalities. Supported by a network of eminent, international advisors in the field of education, GEMS global network of multi-skilled specialists and in-house experts provide invaluable support and guidance in all areas related to schools, delivering world class standards of education. GEMS teachers are specialists in their field and encourage children to participate, create and contribute to the community. Exploration, innovative problem solving, independent expression and decision making are actively encouraged. Students become informed, confident and active learners with a strong sense of self and are equipped with GEMS four core values of World Citizenship, Universal Values, Leadership Qualities and Forward Thinking which prepares them to meet the challenges of the future. 'GEMS Education' offers total school management solutions. From project inception and planning to ongoing operations of schools, GEMS offers a total solutions approach to the management of new school projects and existing schools. found at www.gemseducation.com.For more information, please contact:
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