GEMS Metropole School Motor City
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
GEMS Metropole School Motor City is a GEMS Education British-curriculum international school in Dubai, offering IGCSE and A-Levels with IB Diploma at sixth form. Accredited by COBIS, IBO, and KHDA. Annual tuition runs in GEMS chain's mid-tier with characteristic +20-25% hidden-fee load. Admissions are open; best suited to British-curriculum families wanting GEMS network mobility in Dubai at the chain's mid-tier pricing.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, IB leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $8,000–$16,000/yr published annual range.
- 72 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:55 am.
- Accreditations: COBIS, IBO verified.
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About GEMS Metropole School Motor City
GEMS Metropole School is a modern, purpose built school designed for education in the 21st century. The school itself is one of the latest additions to the trusted network of GEMS schools and has quickly made a name for itself as one of the best private schools in Dubai. The school, located close to Sports City and Studio City in Dubai, UAE, offers an exceptional standard of education to students from foundation stage through to year 8 initially. However, there are also plans to take students through to year 13 in successive years.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 38393-Dirham 51190 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $15,500(+29%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $18,000 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 82th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
British curriculum through IGCSE, IB Diploma option in sixth form. KHDA Good. Mid-range pricing for Motor City / Sports City area. Transport and uniforms additional.
British, IB
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Arabic
moderate
The school has a Special Needs Coordinator who takes charge of support for students.
The school has a specialist teacher who deals with teaching ELL (English Language Learning).
7:55 am – 2:30 pm
The school has an onsite canteen facility that will provide both hot and cold food. It will be available for all pupils attending school for a full day. The school is delighted to be able to offer a Café facility for all parents to enjoy.
Recommended neighborhoods
Motor City, Sports City, Arabian Ranches, Mudon, Remraam
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
British curriculum through IGCSE, IB Diploma option in sixth form. KHDA Good. Mid-range pricing for Motor City / Sports City area. Transport and uniforms additional.
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