GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
- IB Career-related
- +4
Per yearabout USD 15.1K–20.1K
AED 55.4K–73.9K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
IB school on Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, offering the PYP, MYP, IGCSE, Diploma and Career-related Programmes. It is a GEMS network school and describes itself as a candidate for the IB Diploma Programme.
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
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 3–18
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 90
- Selectivity
- Selective
- Sibling discount
- 3rd child: 10% tuition fee concession (AY26-27)
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 55,420≈ USD 15.1K |
| FS 2 - Year 1 | AED 59,530≈ USD 16.2K |
| Year 2 - Year 6 | AED 65,680≈ USD 17.9K |
| Year 7 - Year 10 | AED 67,740≈ USD 18.4K |
| Year 11 - Year 13 | AED 73,890≈ USD 20.1K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 55,420 (about USD 15.1K) |
| FS 2 - Year 1 | AED 59,530 (about USD 16.2K) |
| Year 2 - Year 6 | AED 65,680 (about USD 17.9K) |
| Year 7 - Year 10 | AED 67,740 (about USD 18.4K) |
| Year 11 - Year 13 | AED 73,890 (about USD 20.1K) |
Source: school website (gemsworldacademy-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi (this school) | AED 55,420 (about USD 15.1K) | AED 73,890 (about USD 20.1K) |
| 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) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| 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) |
Source: school website (gemsworldacademy-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-29 · 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 2026-10-29)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
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.
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.
BTEC
Secondary, career-focused · Ages 14–19
Pearson's career-focused qualification in fields such as business, IT or sport, assessed mainly through assignments; taken instead of or alongside A Levels.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Performing arts
- STEM
- Sport
- Languages
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Track
- Playground
- Library
Sports
- Swimming
- Gymnastics
- Football
- Tennis
- Karate
- Multisports
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Dance
- Theatre
- Choir
After-school activities
- Gymnastics
- Football
- Tennis
- Karate
- Multisports
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- CIS, IB
- Memberships
- COIS
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Supports students with mild to moderate learning needs with specialist help. Individual education plans are reviewed by an inclusion panel before admission.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
Part of the GEMS Education network, led by an executive principal and CEO.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Combines the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP, CP) with the National Curriculum for England. Years 10 and 11 include the IGCSE pathway.
- PYP
- MYP
- IGCSE
- DP
- CP
- BTEC Business
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
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Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
English as an additional language (EAL)
Offers an English Language Learner (ELL) programme for students without full English proficiency, subject to availability.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports facilities
Swimming and PE are part of the school day, with an outdoor track and playground. External coaches run sports activities.
- Swimming
- Outdoor track
- Playground
- Gymnastics
- Football
- Tennis
- Karate
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
A performing arts programme covering music, drama, dance and theatre, with choirs, ensembles, productions and festivals.
- Music
- Drama
- Dance
- Theatre
- Choir
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Early Years includes mother tongue lessons and immersive activities such as storytelling, and celebrates world cultures.
- Mother tongue lessons
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
A CIS member, listed with IB PYP and MYP authorisation. It describes itself as a candidate for the IB Diploma Programme, pursuing authorisation.
- CIS
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Apply online and upload documents. After an offer, a reservation payment confirms the place and the child is registered with ADEK.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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