GEMS Modern Academy
GEMS Modern Academy is a Indian (CBSE) / IB curriculum private school in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai. Rated Outstanding by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 30,983–73,876.
Fee notes
KHDA 2026-27 tuition. Compulsory charges are separate per grade. Optional services, supplies and enrolment charges are additional. Indian and Indian/IB pathways have separate grade-specific fees.
Parent sentiment: Predominantly Positive.
What parents praise
- Strong leadership and management
- Excellent academic performance and exam results
- Comprehensive extracurricular programs
- Dedicated and supportive teachers
- Holistic child development and well-being
Concerns parents raise
- Fees are a concern for some parents
- Occasional variations in teaching consistency in Primary
- Need for effective use of assessment data
- Need for effective personalized feedback
- Some parents believe additional tuition is necessary
These are summaries of public commentary, not independently verified findings. See the profile’s review sources and confidence labels.
Areas of strength — KHDA inspection
- Outstanding overall — the only Indian-curriculum school in the UAE to hold the top rating (eleven years running)
- Very high student achievement across the school
- Outstanding provision and outcomes for students of determination
- Offers the CISCE curriculum to grade 12, with an IB Diploma option in grades 11-12
- Notable staff stability (low turnover), supporting consistency
Summarised from GEMS Modern Academy’s KHDA inspection report (2023-24).
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Mirdif: drop-off ~21 min, pick-up ~21 min, 15.3 km by road
- Downtown Dubai: drop-off ~23 min, pick-up ~20 min, 18 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~25 min, pick-up ~25 min, 21.3 km by road
- Jumeirah: drop-off ~27 min, pick-up ~22 min, 22 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~23 min, pick-up ~21 min, 23.4 km by road
- Damac Hills: drop-off ~23 min, pick-up ~22 min, 24.8 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~28 min, pick-up ~27 min, 25.2 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~28 min, pick-up ~23 min, 26.7 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~28 min, pick-up ~25 min, 28 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~30 min, pick-up ~29 min, 29.7 km by road
Related pages
- Nearby area: Mirdif guide
- Indian-curriculum (CBSE) schools in Dubai
- IB schools in Dubai
- Dubai schools under AED 40,000 a year
- GEMS Modern Academy vs The Indian High School, Dubai
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 GEMS Modern Academy's KHDA rating?
GEMS Modern Academy 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 Modern Academy?
Published annual fees are AED 30,983–73,876. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does GEMS Modern Academy follow?
GEMS Modern Academy follows the Indian (CBSE) / IB curriculum.
Which communities is GEMS Modern Academy near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Mirdif (~21 min), Downtown Dubai (~23 min), Motor City (~23 min). See the school-run section for more communities.