GEMS World Academy
GEMS World Academy is a IB curriculum private school in Al Barsha South, Dubai. Rated Very Good by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 71,113–123,442.
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: Mixed.
What parents praise
- Dedicated teachers
- Strong academic environment
- Excellent facilities
- Diverse student body
- IB curriculum strength
Concerns parents raise
- High tuition fees
- Non-selective admissions
- Secondary education quality concerns
- Communication issues
- Lack of academic motivation among some students
These are summaries of public commentary, not independently verified findings. See the profile’s review sources and confidence labels.
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~6 min, pick-up ~8 min, 2 km by road
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~12 min, 8 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~13 min, pick-up ~13 min, 8.4 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~13 min, 8.8 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~19 min, pick-up ~14 min, 9.3 km by road
- The Springs: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~15 min, 9.6 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~20 min, pick-up ~17 min, 11.5 km by road
- Damac Hills: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~14 min, 11.9 km by road
- Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~16 min, pick-up ~19 min, 13 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~18 min, pick-up ~21 min, 14.2 km by road
Related pages
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 World Academy's KHDA rating?
GEMS World Academy is rated Very Good in its most recent KHDA inspection (2023-24). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at GEMS World Academy?
Published annual fees are AED 71,113–123,442. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does GEMS World Academy follow?
GEMS World Academy follows the IB curriculum.
Which communities is GEMS World Academy near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Dubai Hills (~6 min), Motor City (~13 min), Al Barsha (~15 min). See the school-run section for more communities.