GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 6.48K–10K
AED 23.8K–36.8K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
GEMS Cambridge International School - Dubai follows the UK curriculum within the GEMS Education network. A new building is due to open in August 2026.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- 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 4–17
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Inspection
- KHDA · Good · 2023-2024
Fees
Source: Read from the school's websiteOfficial records
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 23,795≈ USD 6.48K |
| FS2 | AED 23,795≈ USD 6.48K |
| Year 1 | AED 27,041≈ USD 7.36K |
| Year 2 | AED 27,041≈ USD 7.36K |
| Year 3 | AED 28,122≈ USD 7.66K |
| Year 4 | AED 28,122≈ USD 7.66K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 23,795 (about USD 6.48K) |
| FS2 | AED 23,795 (about USD 6.48K) |
| Year 1 | AED 27,041 (about USD 7.36K) |
| Year 2 | AED 27,041 (about USD 7.36K) |
| Year 3 | AED 28,122 (about USD 7.66K) |
| Year 4 | AED 28,122 (about USD 7.66K) |
| Year 5 | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| Year 6 | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| Year 7 | AED 32,448 (about USD 8.84K) |
| Year 8 | AED 32,448 (about USD 8.84K) |
| Year 9 | AED 32,448 (about USD 8.84K) |
| Year 10 | AED 34,612 (about USD 9.42K) |
| Year 11 | AED 34,612 (about USD 9.42K) |
| Year 12 | AED 36,775 (about USD 10K) |
| Year 13 | AED 36,775 (about USD 10K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai (this school) | AED 23,795 (about USD 6.48K) | AED 36,775 (about USD 10K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Pristine Private School | AED 12,300 (about USD 3.35K) | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
| Arcadia British School | AED 67,687 (about USD 18.4K) | AED 96,209 (about USD 26.2K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 525
- Deposit
- AED 2,380
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: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
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
- STEM
- Sport
Exam results
- A Level · Top grades
- 12%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Makerspace
- Badminton
- Media lab
- Science labs
- Ict labs
Sports
- Badminton
Arts
- Art studios
- Music studio
- Performance spaces
After-school activities
- CISCO IT Essentials
- Microsoft Digital Literacy
- Speed/Touch Typing
- Lego Robotics Club
- ICT Coding Club
- Creativity Club
- ICT Learning Experience
- Enrichment 365
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More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
An inclusion team provides Individual Education Plans, small-group and one-to-one support, and regular parent workshops and reviews.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
The school states it teaches fundamental British values, including democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
A Local Advisory Board advises on strategic aims, and the school is part of the GEMS Education network.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
The school follows the UK curriculum from Foundation Stage through Key Stage 5, offering IGCSE and A Level courses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
The school has over 40 years of history and plans to open a new building in August 2026.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
The campus includes ICT and media labs, science labs, makerspaces, art and music studios, a library, and medical rooms with a full-time nurse.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Academic spaces include four ICT labs, four science labs, a media lab with radio studio, two makerspaces and a library.
- ICT labs
- Science labs
- Media lab
- Makerspaces
- Library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
After-school Enrichment 365 sessions and technology clubs run across year groups, with some industry certification courses.
- Enrichment 365
- Lego Robotics Club
- ICT Coding Club
- Creativity Club
- CISCO IT Essentials
- Microsoft Digital Literacy
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Two art studios and a music studio support artistic work.
- Art studios
- Music studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
The school is an Independent Award Centre for the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, so students can register on site.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Students have received University of Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards, and the school holds a Leading Parent Partnership Award.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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