GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

The GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi is located at Bawabat Al Sharq, Baniyas City, Abu Dhabi. It sits near Mohammed Bin Zayed City and the Khalifa City B and C areas, with easy access to major roads and nearby amenities. The campus is set in a residential/commercial neighbourhood in southern Abu Dhabi.

The curriculum runs from Foundation Stage through to Year 13 (ages approximately 3 to 18). Foundation Stage 1 covers ages 3–5, followed by Primary (ages 6–14) and Secondary (Year 9–13) as the school progresses through Key Stages 1–4 and into post-16 options.

The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. It is part of the GEMS Cambridge International Schools network and follows the British curriculum.

The school maintains an inclusive learning environment and emphasizes SEN support as part of its core provision. In 2025, the institution was noted to support a substantial number of Students of Determination.

The school is a British overseas school, affiliated with the United Kingdom through its British curriculum.

There is no formal religious affiliation declared by the school.

School timings are approximately 7:30 am to 3:15 pm Monday–Thursday, and 7:30 am to 1:00 pm on Fridays.

Transport is outsourced to School Transport Services LLC (BBT). The service provides home-to-school transport for eligible students with an annual fee of AED 5,000 and termly payments; there are designated pickup points and the service operates for 10 months of the academic year.

Application / Admission Fees
- New admissions: a non-transferable fee equal to 5% of the Annual tuition fee is payable on acceptance of the Offer Letter and confirmation of enrolment. This fee is adjustable against the first term tuition once the student joins. The 5% acceptance fee is refundable only if written notice of withdrawal is given before the start of the academic year, in line with ADEK policy.

Re-enrolment / Registration Fees
- Re-enrolment: to secure a place for the next academic year parents are required to pay a re‑enrollment fee equal to 5% of the next year's tuition. This fee is non-refundable but will be adjusted against the first term fees. The school also states the registration fee remains non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (Academic year 2025–2026) — full detail (Annual and per-term breakdown in AED)
- FS 1 / Pre‑KG: Annual AED 23,060 — Term 1 AED 9,224; Term 2 AED 6,918; Term 3 AED 6,918.
- FS 2 / KG1: Annual AED 23,730 — Term 1 AED 9,492; Term 2 AED 7,119; Term 3 AED 7,119.
- Year 1 / KG2: Annual AED 28,430 — Term 1 AED 11,372; Term 2 AED 8,529; Term 3 AED 8,529.
- Year 2 / Grade 1: Annual AED 28,430 — Term 1 AED 11,372; Term 2 AED 8,529; Term 3 AED 8,529.
- Year 3 / Grade 2: Annual AED 30,950 — Term 1 AED 12,380; Term 2 AED 9,285; Term 3 AED 9,285.
- Year 4 / Grade 3: Annual AED 30,950 — Term 1 AED 12,380; Term 2 AED 9,285; Term 3 AED 9,285.
- Year 5 / Grade 4: Annual AED 33,240 — Term 1 AED 13,296; Term 2 AED 9,972; Term 3 AED 9,972.
- Year 6 / Grade 5: Annual AED 33,240 — Term 1 AED 13,296; Term 2 AED 9,972; Term 3 AED 9,972.
- Year 7 / Grade 6: Annual AED 35,640 — Term 1 AED 14,256; Term 2 AED 10,692; Term 3 AED 10,692.
- Year 8 / Grade 7: Annual AED 35,640 — Term 1 AED 14,256; Term 2 AED 10,692; Term 3 AED 10,692.
- Year 9 / Grade 8: Annual AED 37,940 — Term 1 AED 15,176; Term 2 AED 11,382; Term 3 AED 11,382.
- Year 10 / Grade 9: Annual AED 37,940 — Term 1 AED 15,176; Term 2 AED 11,382; Term 3 AED 11,382.
- Year 11 / Grade 10: Annual AED 39,200 — Term 1 AED 15,680; Term 2 AED 11,760; Term 3 AED 11,760.
- Year 12 / Grade 11: Annual AED 40,340 — Term 1 AED 16,136; Term 2 AED 12,102; Term 3 AED 12,102.
- Year 13 / Grade 12: Annual AED 40,340 — Term 1 AED 16,136; Term 2 AED 12,102; Term 3 AED 12,102.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition invoices are issued to the fee sponsor on record two months prior to the start of the academic year. Tuition fees are payable in advance of attendance and are due at the start of each term. Tuition payments can be paid in full or by term. Term deadlines are: on or before the 10th working day of August for Term 1, the 10th working day of December for Term 2, and the 10th working day of April for Term 3. Failure to pay may result in withholding of reports, suspension, or blocking re‑enrollment.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable: the school operates as a day school (no boarding provision). The school's published profile and school listings describe it as a co‑educational day school and give a day‑fee range consistent with the published annual tuition figures.

Other costs and fees
- School transport: Bright Bus Transport (BBT) provides the home‑to‑school service. Transport fees (All areas in Abu Dhabi): Annual AED 5,000 — Term 1 AED 2,000; Term 2 AED 1,500; Term 3 AED 1,500. Transport fees are charged for 10 months and must be paid before the start of the term; discontinuation can be made only at the end of a term; there is no refund for unexpired portions of a term and a AED 100 service charge applies for mid‑term discontinuation except at academic year end. Payment methods for transport include online payment via the provider, cash/credit card (Master/Visa) at the BBT counter in the school, cheque in favour of Bright Bus Transport, or standing order (auto debit) via the BBT counter.
- Uniform: official school uniform is supplied through the school's supplier (Threads). A uniform guide and supplier information are provided and uniforms are purchased from the supplier; pricing for uniform items is handled by the supplier.
- External examination fees: external exam entries (IGCSE/GCSE, AS, A Level, etc.) are charged separately from tuition. Examination fees vary by board, subject and unit; the school's 2025–2026 Exam Fees Booklet shows typical unit/subject charges (examples include many units at AED 300–350 and some subjects or practical/non‑exam assessments with higher charges up to around AED 800). Late and very late entry dates incur additional charges as set by the examination boards. Examination entry fees are invoiced and paid separately (payment at the fees counter is referenced).
- Additional possible costs: charges may apply for school trips, optional extra‑curricular activities, consumables, specialist materials, replacement ID cards or lost property handling and other incidental items; these are not included in the published tuition and will be invoiced or charged as required. Examination entry fees and transport fees are explicitly listed as separate charges in school materials.

Refunds and withdrawal policy (fees)
- The registration fee is non‑refundable. Paid tuition fee refunds follow the Ministry/ADEK policy and are processed only after a written refund request is submitted to the school admissions office; refunds are issued to the original payee. The 5% new‑admission acceptance fee is refundable only if a parent gives notice of withdrawal before the beginning of the academic year (per ADEK policy). A written 30‑day notification is required for student withdrawals to allow processing of documentation. Non‑payment consequences include withholding of reports and blocking re‑enrollment.

Fee payment options (what is explicitly offered)
- FAB GEMS co‑branded / GEMS World credit card: the school publicises the FAB GEMS World / co‑branded credit card option to pay annual tuition in advance with possible discounts and benefits, and promotional payment plans (terms and conditions apply).
- General tuition payment timing: tuition may be paid in full (advance) or at the start of each term as per the billing schedule. The school's admissions/fees pages reference online payment channels and school fee counters for related payments. Exam entry payments are made at the school fees counter per the Exam Fees Booklet. Transport payments are accepted online via the transport provider, by cash/credit card at the BBT counter in school, by cheque payable to Bright Bus Transport, or by standing order through the transport provider.

Key documents and policies referenced (for the 2025–2026 year)
- School tuition fee schedule and ADEK fee approval (2025–2026).
- Exam Fees Booklet — External examination charges and entry deadlines (Academic Year 2025–2026).
- Transport fee schedule and payment options (Bright Bus Transport).

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The school represents over 90 nationalities, with the largest groups being Indian, Emirati, and Pakistani. Total enrollment is in the mid-3,000s. Approximately 60% of students are international, and about 40% are local/Arab.