Outstanding schools in Dubai
GEMS Dubai American Academy vs Nord Anglia International School Dubai
Both top-rated, so the real difference is in the fees, curriculum and facilities, laid out side by side below.
GEMS Dubai American Academy vs Nord Anglia International School Dubai at a glance
- GEMS Dubai American Academy publishes annual fees from AED 66,185 to AED 93,300, against AED 69,625 to AED 105,288 at Nord Anglia International School Dubai, which works out roughly 9% below Nord Anglia International School Dubai across the fee range.
- Both teach the IB curriculum; GEMS Dubai American Academy additionally offers American while Nord Anglia International School Dubai adds British.
- Nord Anglia International School Dubai starts younger, admitting from age 3 against age 4 at GEMS Dubai American Academy.
- GEMS Dubai American Academy is the longer-established of the two, founded in 1997, with Nord Anglia International School Dubai following in 2014.
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| GEMS Dubai American Academy | Nord Anglia International School Dubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Al Barsha South, Dubai | Al Barsha South, Dubai |
| Curriculum | American, IB | British, IB |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (KHDA) | Outstanding (KHDA) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 66,185 - 93,300 /yr | AED 69,625 - 105,288 /yr |
| Ages / years | 4 - 18 years | 3 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 1997 | 2014 |
| Facilities | 19 listed | 19 listed |
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