GEMS Winchester School Abu Dhabi
- British
Per yearabout USD 5.43K–7.43K
AED 19.9K–27.3K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
GEMS Winchester School - Abu Dhabi opened in 2013 and follows the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage to Year 9.
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 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
British
Ages
Ages 4–14
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS2 – Year 9
- Founded
- 2013
- Term dates
- Term 1: Sep-Dec; Term 2: Jan-Mar; Term 3: Apr-Jun
- Inspection
- ADEK · Very Good
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 |
|---|---|
| FS2 | AED 19,950≈ USD 5.43K |
| Year 1 | AED 22,350≈ USD 6.09K |
| Year 2 | AED 22,350≈ USD 6.09K |
| Year 3 | AED 22,350≈ USD 6.09K |
| Year 4 | AED 22,350≈ USD 6.09K |
| Year 5 | AED 22,350≈ USD 6.09K |
| Year 6 | AED 22,350≈ USD 6.09K |
| Year 7 | AED 27,290≈ USD 7.43K |
| Year 8 | AED 27,290≈ USD 7.43K |
| Year 9 | AED 27,290≈ USD 7.43K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS2 | AED 19,950 (about USD 5.43K) |
| Year 1 | AED 22,350 (about USD 6.09K) |
| Year 2 | AED 22,350 (about USD 6.09K) |
| Year 3 | AED 22,350 (about USD 6.09K) |
| Year 4 | AED 22,350 (about USD 6.09K) |
| Year 5 | AED 22,350 (about USD 6.09K) |
| Year 6 | AED 22,350 (about USD 6.09K) |
| Year 7 | AED 27,290 (about USD 7.43K) |
| Year 8 | AED 27,290 (about USD 7.43K) |
| Year 9 | AED 27,290 (about USD 7.43K) |
Source: school website (gemswinchesterschool-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS Winchester School Abu Dhabi (this school) | AED 19,950 (about USD 5.43K) | AED 27,290 (about USD 7.43K) |
| Abu Dhabi Grammar School Canada | AED 23,350 (about USD 6.36K) | AED 49,190 (about USD 13.4K) |
| The International School of Choueifat Abu Dhabi Khalifa City | AED 23,420 (about USD 6.38K) | AED 41,370 (about USD 11.3K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Yas American Academy | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
| American International School in Abu Dhabi | AED 32,950 (about USD 8.97K) | AED 59,900 (about USD 16.3K) |
Source: school website (gemswinchesterschool-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
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, explained
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Device provided by the school
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Sports field
- Theatre
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Bus service
Operates air-conditioned school buses on routes across Abu Dhabi. Bus registration is handled through the school's dedicated coordinator.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Uniform
Students wear a school uniform, which can be bought at a designated store at Delma Mall.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
A canteen sells snacks and drinks at break times. Food hygiene and quality control are prioritised, and menus are revised frequently.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Every student and staff member belongs to one of four houses. The system includes inter-house competitions and leadership roles.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Operated as part of the GEMS Education group, which publishes a message from its chairman and founder.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Follows the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage to Year 9. Computing is compulsory up to Year 9.
- National Curriculum of England
- Computing to Year 9
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Classrooms have large displays and WiFi. Facilities include a sports hall, auditorium, library, laboratories, a school store and a clinic.
- Classrooms with interactive displays
- Sports hall
- Auditorium
- Library
- Science laboratories
- Computer laboratory
- Clinic
- School store
- Canteen
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has an indoor multi-purpose sports hall, a small outdoor sports field and a large shaded quad.
- Indoor multi-purpose sports hall
- Outdoor sports field
- Shaded quad
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has science laboratories, a computer laboratory and a library, with laptops and iPads available for student use.
- Science laboratories
- Computer laboratory
- Library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has music and art and craft rooms, and an auditorium used for assemblies and performances.
- Music room
- Art and craft room
- Auditorium
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Supports creative talent in music and art and craft in every age group.
- Music
- Art and craft
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Students can take leadership roles within the house system, such as house captain, prefect or committee member.
- House captain
- Prefects
- Committee members
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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