Outstanding schools in Dubai
Dubai College vs GEMS Wellington International School
Both top-rated, so the real difference is in the fees, curriculum and facilities, laid out side by side below.
Dubai College vs GEMS Wellington International School at a glance
- Dubai College publishes annual fees from AED 97,415 to AED 110,305, against AED 47,527 to AED 103,399 at GEMS Wellington International School, which works out roughly 38% above GEMS Wellington International School across the fee range.
- For Year 7, Dubai College charges AED 97,415 and GEMS Wellington International School AED 82,540, so GEMS Wellington International School saves AED 14,875 a year at that stage.
- Both teach the British curriculum; GEMS Wellington International School adds IB.
- GEMS Wellington International School starts younger, admitting from age 3 against age 11 at Dubai College.
- Dubai College is the longer-established of the two, founded in 1978, with GEMS Wellington International School following in 2005.
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| Dubai College | GEMS Wellington International School | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Al Sufouh, Dubai | Al Sufouh, Dubai |
| Curriculum | British | British, IB |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (KHDA) | Outstanding (KHDA) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 97,415 - 110,305 /yr | AED 47,527 - 103,399 /yr |
| Ages / years | 11 - 18 years | 3 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 1978 | 2005 |
| Facilities | 22 listed | 24 listed |
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