Abu Dhabi · British · fees published for 2026/27

Al Rabeeh School vs GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi

Fees, ratings, curriculum and facilities for Al Rabeeh School and GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi, side by side.

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 Al Rabeeh SchoolGEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi
LocationHadbat Al Za'faranah, Abu DhabiAl Reem Island, Abu Dhabi
CurriculumBritishIB, British
Inspection ratingVery Good (ADEK)Very Good (ADEK)
Tuition (per year)AED 28,840 – 35,590 /yrAED 55,420 – 73,890 /yr
Ages / years3 - 12 years3 - 17 years
GenderMixedMixed
Established-2011
Facilities
Science LaboratoriesComputer / ICT FacilitiesLibrary (4,000+ Books)Sports FacilitiesOutdoor Learning Areas
Innovation StudioScience LaboratoriesDesign & Technology LabsLibrary & Secondary LibraryMusic Rooms & Practice StudiosArt & Activity RoomsArabic & Islamic Education Spaces25m Six-Lane PoolLearner PoolSix-Court Sports HallFootball PitchIndoor & Outdoor Play AreasFitness SuiteCanteen & Dining AreaParent Cafe & LoungePrayer RoomsBookshop & Uniform ShopSchool Transport

Al Rabeeh School vs GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi at a glance

  • Al Rabeeh School publishes annual fees from AED 28,840 to AED 35,590, against AED 55,420 to AED 73,890 at GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi, which works out roughly 50% below GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi across the fee range.
  • For FS1, Al Rabeeh School charges AED 28,840 and GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi AED 55,420, so Al Rabeeh School saves AED 26,580 a year at that stage.
  • Both teach the British curriculum; GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi adds IB.
  • Both admit children from age 3, running through to 17 at the top end.
  • Location wise, Al Rabeeh School sits in Hadbat Al Za'faranah and GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi in Al Reem Island, so the school run may decide it.
  • GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi lists the larger facilities set on Talem, 18 against 5.