The Indian High School, Dubai vs GEMS Modern Academy
The Indian High School, Dubai, in Oud Metha, is listed by KHDA under the Indian curriculum and is rated Very good (2023-24) by KHDA. Annual payable tuition: AED 5,525 to AED 10,465. GEMS Modern Academy, in Nad Al Sheba, is listed by KHDA under the Indian and IB curricula and is rated Outstanding (2023-24) by KHDA. Annual payable tuition: AED 30,983 to AED 73,876.
Last checked against KHDA on 22 October 2026.
Side by side
| The Indian High School, Dubai | GEMS Modern Academy | |
|---|---|---|
| KHDA rating | Very good (2023-24) | Outstanding (2023-24) |
| Curriculum (KHDA listing) | Indian | Indian and IB |
| Annual tuition | AED 5,525 to AED 10,465 | AED 30,983 to AED 73,876 |
| Area | Oud Metha | Nad Al Sheba |
Sources: KHDA directory entry for The Indian High School, Dubai and KHDA directory entry for GEMS Modern Academy. Where a school publishes a discount on its KHDA fact sheets, the fee after that discount is shown. Fees rise with year group, so check the fee for your child's year with the school.
Frequently asked questions
Which is rated higher by KHDA, The Indian High School, Dubai or GEMS Modern Academy?
KHDA rates The Indian High School, Dubai Very good (2023-24) and GEMS Modern Academy Outstanding (2023-24).
Which has the lower starting fee?
The Indian High School, Dubai has the lower lowest annual tuition, at AED 5,525, according to KHDA. Fees rise with year group, so compare the fee for your child's year.
Where are The Indian High School, Dubai and GEMS Modern Academy?
The Indian High School, Dubai is in Oud Metha and GEMS Modern Academy is in Nad Al Sheba.
Are fees rising in 2026-27?
No. KHDA confirmed on 22 May 2026 that there will be no increase in school fees for private schools in Dubai for the 2026-27 academic year.