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Welcome to GEMS World Academy – Dubai

At GEMS World Academy – Dubai, we know that selecting the right school is a defining moment for your family. Whether you are new to Dubai, transitioning from another school, or embarking on your child’s educational journey for the first time, we are here to ensure a seamless and welcoming experience.
 
Our dedicated Admissions Team is committed to making your transition smooth and stress-free. From your first enquiry to your child’s first day, we are here to guide you through the process, answer any questions, and help you feel confident about becoming part of our vibrant international community.
 
With students from 100+ nationalities, we embrace diversity and foster a truly global perspective. Our IB curriculum, enriched by 160+ co-curricular activities, empowers students to explore their passions, develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and cultivate skills in innovation, leadership, and creativity. At GWA, students are supported on their journey towards top university destinations worldwide, preparing them for a future without limits.
 
We are delighted to confirm that the Academy is open to support both existing and prospective parents. We offer guided tours from Monday to Thursday (08:00–15:30), and Friday (08:00–11:30). The health, safety, and well-being of our community remain our top priority. To ensure a smooth visit, we kindly request that all visitors book an appointment in advance and adhere to the necessary precautionary measures in place.
 
If you’d like to tour our campus, learn more about our future-focused education, or explore how we can support your child’s success, we are here to help.
 
We look forward to welcoming you to GEMS World Academy – Dubai, where excellence, innovation, and opportunity come together. Get in touch—we can’t wait to meet you!
 
Warm regards,
Noha Elashmawi
Admissions Manager

 

Admissions Guidelines and Overview

A brief overview of the admissions guidelines and requirements

A Brief Introduction

GEMS World Academy – Dubai is a co-educational international academy providing world-class programmes and facilities to a culturally diverse student community aged 2 to 18 years old.

GEMS World Academy – Dubai is an International Baccalaureate World Academy offering the continuum of IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the primary school (including our Early Childhood department includes the Pre-K to KG2) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) Career-related (CP) and Diploma Programme (DP) in the secondary school. 

Arabic Language Requirements

All students from Grade 1-9 are required to learn Arabic as per the UAE Ministry of Education by-laws. Classes are differentiated for native and non-native speakers and the programmes incorporate the Ministry of Education syllabus within the curriculum. GEMS World Academy - Dubai believes that an early start in Arabic is beneficial and therefore begins its Arabic instruction a year early in KG2.

As an additional requirement, students who are registered with a passport from one of the Arab countries listed below are required by law to attend Arabic A for native speakers until the end of Grade 12. Students who are not fluent in Arabic and are from an identified Arabic country may take Arabic B after KHDA approval.

UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Syria, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Oman, Mauritania, Libya, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Sudan, Somalia, Djibouti and Union of the Comoros.

Islamic Education Requirement

In accordance with the UAE Ministry of Education by-laws, students who are Muslim (as identified on their passport or during the admissions process via the “religion” option) must take Islamic Education from Grade 1 to the end of Grade 12. Students may take Islamic A (in Arabic) or Islamic B (in English) regardless of their nationality based on their Arabic language proficiency. The Islamic A and B courses incorporate the Ministry of Education syllabus for Islamic Education within the curriculum.

 

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