GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch

GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch is a American / IB curriculum private school in Al Barsha, Dubai. Rated Outstanding by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 66,185–93,300.

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 US-curriculum school in Dubai to hold the top rating (eleven inspections running)
Outstanding attainment in English, mathematics and science across almost all phases, from Kindergarten upward
Excellent, increasingly independent learning skills
Highly effective teaching with strong lesson planning and resources
Outstanding inclusive education for students of determination, plus a strong, well-monitored wellbeing culture

Summarised from GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch’s KHDA inspection report (2023-24).

School-run drive times to nearby communities

Al Barsha: drop-off ~6 min, pick-up ~6 min, 1.8 km by road
Dubai Hills: drop-off ~12 min, pick-up ~11 min, 7.7 km by road
Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~13 min, pick-up ~14 min, 7.8 km by road
The Springs: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~14 min, 8.7 km by road
Emirates Hills: drop-off ~16 min, pick-up ~16 min, 10.4 km by road
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~18 min, pick-up ~15 min, 10.6 km by road
Dubai Marina: drop-off ~16 min, pick-up ~11 min, 11.5 km by road
Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~14 min, pick-up ~16 min, 11.5 km by road
Jumeirah Park: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~15 min, 12 km by road
Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~22 min, pick-up ~16 min, 13.1 km by road

Official website

Data last reviewed: 2026-03-05. Sources: KHDA inspection reports, school websites and published fee sheets. Always verify current details directly with the school.

Frequently asked questions

What is GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch's KHDA rating?

GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch 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 GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch?

Published annual fees are AED 66,185–93,300. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.

What curriculum does GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch follow?

GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch follows the American / IB curriculum.

Which communities is GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch near?

Estimated morning school-run times include Al Barsha (~6 min), Dubai Hills (~12 min), Palm Jumeirah (~13 min). See the school-run section for more communities.