Outstanding schools in Dubai
Dubai International Academy 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 International Academy vs GEMS Wellington International School at a glance
- Dubai International Academy publishes annual fees from AED 44,979 to AED 79,696, against AED 47,527 to AED 103,399 at GEMS Wellington International School, which works out roughly 17% below GEMS Wellington International School across the fee range.
- For Year 1, Dubai International Academy charges AED 50,026 and GEMS Wellington International School AED 59,862, so Dubai International Academy saves AED 9,836 a year at that stage.
- Both teach the IB curriculum; GEMS Wellington International School adds British.
- Both admit children from age 3, running through to 18 at the top end.
- Both schools were established in 2005.
- Location wise, Dubai International Academy sits in Emirates Hills and GEMS Wellington International School in Al Sufouh, so the school run may decide it.
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| Dubai International Academy | GEMS Wellington International School | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Emirates Hills, Dubai | Al Sufouh, Dubai |
| Curriculum | IB | British, IB |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (KHDA) | Outstanding (KHDA) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 44,979 - 79,696 /yr | AED 47,527 - 103,399 /yr |
| Ages / years | 3 - 18 years | 3 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 2005 | 2005 |
| Facilities | 17 listed | 24 listed |
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