GEMS World Academy
Al Barsha First, Dubai, UAE
GEMS World Academy is a International Baccalaureate school in Al Barsha First, Dubai.KHDA rated it Very good overall in 2023-2024. IB programmes offered is not verified yet.
Annual fee
AED 71,113 to 123,442
Tuition per year, by grade. From a published fee page.
See fee details →Confirmed from KHDA
- Overall rating: Very good (2023-2024)
- Wellbeing: Very good
- Inclusion: Very good
Not verified yet
- IB programmes offered
Questions to ask the school
- What is the fee for my child's grade, and what is extra?
- Which IB programmes do you offer, and what were last year's results?
- What is the school bus route and cost from our area?
Fees & Admissions
Tuition per year in AED. Taken from a published fee page.
| Year group | Annual tuition | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG | AED 71,113 | From a published fee page |
| KG1 | AED 71,113 | From a published fee page |
| KG2 | AED 88,960 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 1 | AED 88,960 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 2 | AED 88,960 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 3 | AED 88,960 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 4 | AED 88,960 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 5 | AED 102,378 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 6 | AED 102,378 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 7 | AED 102,378 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 8 | AED 102,378 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 9 | AED 112,709 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 10 | AED 112,709 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 11 | AED 123,442 | From a published fee page |
| Grade 12 | AED 123,442 | From a published fee page |
Source: gemsworldacademy-dubai.com/en/tuition-fees 2025-26. Dubai school fees are approved by KHDA and published by schools. Registration, uniform, transport, meals and exam fees are extra and are not shown here. Confirm the current schedule and admission dates with the school.
KHDA Rating, 2023-2024
Overall
Wellbeing
Inclusion
These are the judgements of the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), not EduTribe's. KHDA school directory, read 3 Oct 2026. Full inspection reports are on that page.
School Overview
- Area
- Al Barsha First
- Curriculum (as listed by KHDA)
- IB
- Grades
- Pre primary - GRADE 12
- Founded
- 2008
Themes parents commonly raise
Summarised by EduTribe from public parent commentary.
Often mentioned as good
- Parents often describe teachers and staff as caring and committed.
- Parents often point to strong academic results or progress.
- Parents often mention the facilities.
Worth asking about
- Some parents say extra tutoring is needed at home.
- Some parents would like clearer communication from the school.
School Run
Drive time from nearby areas, nearest first.
- Jumeirah Village Circle~11 min · 7.7 km
- Al Barsha~11 min · 7.8 km
- Business Bay~14 min · 15.1 km
- Dubai Marina~14 min · 13.7 km
- Bur Dubai~17 min · 20.8 km
- Dubai Silicon Oasis~20 min · 25.1 km
Estimated driving time at about 7:15 AM on a weekday, from Google Maps. Approximate: the school location was matched by name.
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Data last reviewed: 3 Oct 2026. Sources: KHDA school directory(ratings, rating history, curriculum label), the school's own website and fee page, Google Maps routing (commute estimates). Always confirm current details with the school and KHDA. Not verified yet: ib programmes offered.