Dubai International Academy (DIA)

Dubai International Academy (DIA) is a IB curriculum private school in Emirates Hills, Dubai. Rated Outstanding by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 44,979–79,696.

Fee notes

2026-27 KHDA fact sheets, checked 12 October 2026. Tuition shown is payable tuition after any discount explicitly published in each sheet. Gross tuition and the published discount are retained separately. Fixed compulsory charges are separate; optional supplies, services, variable examination charges and enrolment charges are excluded. Confirm discount eligibility and current intake with admissions. Approved fee grades are not evidence of current admissions availability.

Parent sentiment: Insufficient Data.

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 (2023-24).

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

Official website

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 (2023-24). 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.