GEMS Dubai American Academy

GEMS Dubai American Academy was founded over 25 years ago,and has been the only Outstanding-rated school following the American curriculum in the UAE since 2011.

• It is committed to developing and enhancing teachers' skills to improve the educational process.
• Dubai American Academy has maintained its position as one of the best-performing schools in Dubai in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA).
• It adopts all programs of the American curriculum.
• The Academy's students are accepted into prestigious universities.

It has received an Outstanding rating from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

GEMS Dubai American Academy has set its admission criteria in accordance with KHDA standards and Ministry of Education requirements regarding the age of students joining KG1 and Grade 1.

• Students must be four years old by August 31st of the academic year to be eligible for the KG1 program.
• For other grades, students must have reached the age specified for the respective grade level and hold an attested transfer certificate.
• To assist students coming from non-American curricula, please refer to the table below (implied in the original text) as a guideline for appropriate grade placement.

Please inquire about GEMS Dubai American Academy fee payment methods by contacting the school via phone, or by checking the dedicated page on the mdares.ai platform.

GEMS Dubai American Academy programs include all lessons and materials specific to the American curriculum for all educational stages.

Elementary School

• Our program offers a rich and diverse student life through Fine Arts, Sports, Arabic Language, and Islamic Education, promoting holistic growth and cultural appreciation.
• We provide thoughtful and differentiated support that considers each student's level, ensuring confidence-building and mastery for all learners.
• Simultaneously, we offer purposeful challenges and opportunities for extension that nurture students' curiosity and enhance their advanced skills.
• This balanced approach allows every child to thrive, whether deepening their understanding, exploring new talents, or exceeding grade-level expectations.
• The iPad 1:1 program in the elementary school offers innovative opportunities for all students to learn, create, and present lessons through a logical education program focused on digital citizenship.
• Additionally, all students regularly participate in "Coding for All" lessons, taught by their classroom teachers, ensuring technology is used not only as a tool for learning and display but also for creation and application.

Middle School

• The academic program aims to foster a culture of kindness within an educational framework that considers individual differences among students.
• The Middle School education program seeks to provide valuable learning experiences enriched with opportunities to develop critical thinking, curiosity, innovation, and digital responsibility.
• Creative learning fundamentals are integrated throughout the curriculum, designed to develop the skills our students need for present and future success.
• Our "Transformation and Discovery" program includes a strong advisory program and offers students opportunities to work on personal projects that develop a forward-thinking mindset and advanced technological applications, alongside project management and design thinking skills.
• The Middle School curriculum consists of core and elective subjects. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education/Health, Arabic Language, and Islamic Education (for Muslim students).
• Elective subjects include Arts, Coding and Robotics, Design and Technology, Drama, Music, French Language, Spanish Language, and Sports Studies.

Yes, GEMS Dubai American Academy is co-educational.

You can view the complete details of the tuition fees through the GEMS Dubai American Academy page on the mdares.ai platform.

GEMS Dubai American Academy has received an "Outstanding" rating from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) since 2011.

The Academy has received the International Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

• GEMS Dubai American Academy celebration of the UAE National Day.
• Teacher's Day celebration.
• UAE Flag Day events.
• Honoring ceremony for the Academy's top students.
• Trip to the Garden Centre for kindergarten children.
• Overnight camping trip to an adventure camp.
• Coding workshop.
• Trip to KidZania.
• Trip to the Aquarium.
• Week Without Walls event.
• Visit to the Dubai Museum of Illusions.
• Participation events in the Global Innovation Challenge.

GEMS Dubai American Academy is located in Al Barsha, Dubai, UAE.

Yes, GEMS Dubai American Academy provides transportation services.

GEMS Dubai American Academy includes:

• Classrooms.
• Library.
• Science labs.
• Computer labs.
• Spacious areas.
• Activity rooms.
• Restrooms.
• Cafeteria.

GEMS Dubai American Academy ensures student security and safety through:

• The presence of a team of educators and supervisors to guide students throughout the day.
• Promoting and encouraging positive behaviors, and rejecting any violent behaviors in the school.
• An on-site clinic is available to provide healthcare services in the school.