About GEMS World Academy Dubai
GEMS World Academy – Dubai was established in 2007 and launched in 2008 as part of GEMS Education's expansion into premium international schooling, founded by Sunny Varkey. Located in Al Barsha South, the school delivers a complete International Baccalaureate journey, authorised to offer all four IB programmes from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12.
GEMS World Academy serves around 1,200 to 2,500 students from over 80 nationalities, taught by an international, multilingual faculty with a combined total of over 900 years of IB experience. The school offers the UAE's largest mother-tongue language programme, spanning 14 languages including Arabic, Mandarin, and Russian, and holds authorisation and accreditation from both the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
In 2022, GEMS World Academy students achieved an average IB Diploma score of 34.2, with 95% gaining admission to their first-choice universities, positioning it as one of the UAE's strongest IB Mathematics academies. Facilities on the school's 50,125-square-metre site include a library and research centre, planetarium, science labs, a 604-seat auditorium and symphony centre, a language institute, and dedicated innovation hubs and educational gardens.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was GEMS World Academy Dubai founded?
It was established in 2007 and launched in 2008, founded by Sunny Varkey.
What curriculum does GEMS World Academy follow?
The school offers the complete International Baccalaureate continuum from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Where is GEMS World Academy located?
The school is located in Al Barsha South, Dubai.
Does GEMS World Academy offer mother-tongue languages?
Yes, it offers the UAE's largest mother-tongue programme, spanning 14 languages.
How did GEMS World Academy perform in IB results?
In 2022, students achieved an average IB Diploma score of 34.2, with 95% gaining admission to their first-choice universities.
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