GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 6.28K–11K
AED 23.1K–40.3K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
British curriculum all-through school in Baniyas City, Abu Dhabi, serving students from Foundation Stage 1 through Year 13.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
- Run directly by GEMS Education. See all 54 schools of GEMS Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Inspection
- ADEK · Outstanding in every category
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 23,060≈ USD 6.28K |
| FS 2 | AED 23,730≈ USD 6.46K |
| Year 1 & 2 | AED 28,430≈ USD 7.74K |
| Year 3 & 4 | AED 30,950≈ USD 8.43K |
| Year 5 & 6 | AED 33,240≈ USD 9.05K |
| Year 7 & 8 | AED 35,640≈ USD 9.7K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 23,060 (about USD 6.28K) |
| FS 2 | AED 23,730 (about USD 6.46K) |
| Year 1 & 2 | AED 28,430 (about USD 7.74K) |
| Year 3 & 4 | AED 30,950 (about USD 8.43K) |
| Year 5 & 6 | AED 33,240 (about USD 9.05K) |
| Year 7 & 8 | AED 35,640 (about USD 9.7K) |
| Year 9 & 10 | AED 37,940 (about USD 10.3K) |
| Year 11 | AED 39,200 (about USD 10.7K) |
| Year 12 & 13 | AED 40,340 (about USD 11K) |
Source: school website (gemscambridgeinternationalschool-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi (this school) | AED 23,060 (about USD 6.28K) | AED 40,340 (about USD 11K) |
| The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls | AED 33,910 (about USD 9.23K) | AED 78,160 (about USD 21.3K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Ajyal International School Al Falah | AED 22,340 (about USD 6.08K) | AED 44,680 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Al Najah Private School | AED 15,060 (about USD 4.1K) | AED 32,300 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Yas American Academy | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
Source: school website (gemscambridgeinternationalschool-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Bus
- AED 5,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. Reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedEYFS · British curriculum · IGCSE · A Level
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Visual arts
Exam results
- A Level · Top grades
- 34.2%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Gym
- Lab science
- Ict lab
- Art studio
- Canteen
Sports
- 25m swimming pool
- Beginner pool
- Cricket nets
- Playing fields
- Astroturf pitch
- Indoor sports areas
Arts
- Art studios
- Music choral and ensemble rooms
- Radio station studio
- Drama theatre
- Green screen studio
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The essentials
Bus service
School buses are run by an outsourced provider. Fees are paid termly and pick-up is from designated points.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the British curriculum from Early Years through IGCSE and A Level.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports A Level and IGCSE results above the UK national average, with A*-A shares of 34.2% and 32%.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
The campus has science labs, ICT suites, libraries, art studios, sports areas and a medical dispensary.
- science labs
- ICT suites
- libraries
- art studios
- medical dispensary
- sports facilities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include a 25m pool, a beginner pool, cricket nets, playing fields and an Astroturf pitch.
- 25m swimming pool
- beginner pool
- cricket nets
- playing fields
- Astroturf pitch
- indoor sports areas
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Nine science labs, seven ICT suites, new libraries and a new Sixth Form centre.
- 9 science labs
- 7 ICT suites
- libraries
- Sixth Form centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Creative spaces include a radio studio, music rooms, a drama theatre and a green screen studio.
- radio station studio
- music rooms
- drama theatre
- green screen studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Publishes ADEK inspection reports and Optimus Awards reports.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Provides admissions process information, online enrolment and tour booking.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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