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GEMS World Academy 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 curriculum blends the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with the National Curriculum for England, integrating the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) from FS1 to Year 11 with plans to extend to Year 13. The Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) are offered as IB pathways, with DP and CP currently in Candidate status and preparing to welcome students from August 2026 as authorisation progresses. The learning approach is founded on High-Performance Learning (HPL) to foster depth, mastery and international-mindedness.

Arts and Creative

The Diploma Programme includes six subject groups, including the Arts.

Cultural and Language

The school reports a diverse student body representing over 90 nationalities and speaking 33 languages.

Community and Service

The Diploma Programme core includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).

Leadership and Professional

Shahina Ahmad OBE is Executive Principal/ CEO Gems World Academy Abu Dhabi.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing

The school provides a warm learning environment where every student feels safe, happy and fulfilled.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 55,420 - 73,890
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 875
Bus Service No

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