GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi
International School in Abu Dhabi
860
76
20 avg / 22 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, ADEK
About GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi
School fees range in AED valid for the academic year 2025/2026
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $14,000 – $26,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 55420-Dirham 73890 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $21,650(+8%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $23,150 |
| Cost position in Abu Dhabi | 92th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration AED 2,000. Tuition ranges AED 51,000-95,000 by grade. Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). Exam fees AED 2,500-5,000. Uniforms AED 1,000-1,500. Transport AED 5,500-8,500/year. GEMS sibling discount applies.
IB
Arabic, French, Mandarin
English learning
Very limited
Yes
7:50 am – 3:15 pm and 11:30 am on Friday
Cafeteria is available but at each student expense
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, Al Zahiyah, Saadiyat Island
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Abu Dhabi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration AED 2,000. Tuition ranges AED 51,000-95,000 by grade. Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). Exam fees AED 2,500-5,000. Uniforms AED 1,000-1,500. Transport AED 5,500-8,500/year. GEMS sibling discount applies.
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