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GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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Extra-Curricular Activities

Clubs, activities, and opportunities to explore interests and passions

Academic and Intellectual

The school teaches a British curriculum and serves Foundation Stage 1 through Year 13. It prepares students for the IGCSE. The school holds Cambridge and Edexcel accreditations. GCSE results include 32.3% A-A, 61% A-B and 79% A-C; AS results include 10 students achieving straight A grades, and 50% of A Level results are A-B.

Arts and Creative

Music classes are available and there is a drama theatre on site. There are brand new art studios and libraries to support artistic expression. Creativity is recognised through awards such as the CIA Roll of Honour and Creativity and Innovation Awards. The After-School Programme includes Photography, Chess, Drama and Arts.

Cultural and Language

CIAMUN is part of the curriculum. MOE Arabic/Islamic studies are offered with a 100% pass rate. International trips include a NASA Trip, Harvard MUN and Oxford and Cambridge Universities Innovation Trips. CIAMUN and related international programmes support cultural engagement and global awareness.

Social and Hobbies

The After-School Programme includes Photography, Chess, Drama and Arts. Regular sports include Swimming, Cricket, Football, Rugby and Athletics. All students are expected to represent the school in inter-school sports or academic competitions. Clubs and activities support social interaction and hobbies.

Community and Service

Philanthropic awards include Red Crescent fundraising, Dubai Cares recognition, Operation Smile fundraising and Ramadan acts of kindness. International community service trips include Cambodia Community Service Expedition, Switzerland Ski Trip and Seattle Space Camp. Over 1000 Acts of Kindness during Ramadan are recorded. Ramadan fundraising and service activities are part of student life.

Leadership and Professional

CIAMUN and the GEMS Leadership Student Conference provide leadership development opportunities. Harvard MUN, NASA Trip and Oxford and Cambridge University Innovation Trips expand leadership experiences. A range of competitions and awards reflect student leadership and engagement.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing

The campus includes a 25m swimming pool, a beginner pool, cricket nets and playing fields. The facilities include a gym, shaded courts and a canteen. The music classes, drama theatre and other arts facilities support well-being through creative activities. Outdoor spaces and sports programs promote healthy, active lifestyles.

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Instructs in English
Fees AED 23,060 - 40,340
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 3675
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