Dubai International Academy (DIA)
Dubai International Academy (DIA) is a IB curriculum private school in Emirates Hills, Dubai. Rated Outstanding by KHDA (2024). Annual fees: AED 44,979–79,696.
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Areas of strength — KHDA inspection
- Outstanding overall — the only full IB-curriculum school in Dubai to hold the top KHDA rating
- Outstanding IB Diploma results, with scores well above world averages in English, mathematics and science
- Outstanding learning skills across the school
- Outstanding care and support, with a strong, well-led wellbeing culture
- Timely identification and strong provision for students of determination and gifted and talented students
Summarised from Dubai International Academy (DIA)’s KHDA inspection report (2024).
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~10 min, pick-up ~11 min, 4.8 km by road
- The Springs: drop-off ~10 min, pick-up ~8 min, 5.1 km by road
- Emirates Hills: drop-off ~10 min, pick-up ~12 min, 6.7 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~10 min, pick-up ~10 min, 7.7 km by road
- Jumeirah Park: drop-off ~13 min, pick-up ~11 min, 8.3 km by road
- Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~12 min, pick-up ~15 min, 9.3 km by road
- Dubai Marina: drop-off ~13 min, pick-up ~13 min, 9.5 km by road
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~16 min, pick-up ~11 min, 10.3 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~20 min, 12.9 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~20 min, pick-up ~13 min, 13.2 km by road
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Data last reviewed: 2026-06-25. Sources: KHDA inspection reports, school websites and published fee sheets. Always verify current details directly with the school.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dubai International Academy (DIA)'s KHDA rating?
Dubai International Academy (DIA) is rated Outstanding in its most recent KHDA inspection (2024). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at Dubai International Academy (DIA)?
Published annual fees are AED 44,979–79,696. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does Dubai International Academy (DIA) follow?
Dubai International Academy (DIA) follows the IB curriculum.
Which communities is Dubai International Academy (DIA) near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Al Barsha (~10 min), The Springs (~10 min), Emirates Hills (~10 min). See the school-run section for more communities.