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Choosing between American School of Dubai and GEMS Dubai American Academy? Here's an honest, data-driven comparison to help your family decide.
| American School of Dubai | GEMS Dubai American Academy | |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum | American | American |
| KHDA Rating | Outstanding (2023-24) | Outstanding (2023-24) |
| Age Range | 4-18 years | 4-18 years |
| Fee Range | AED 60,000 – AED 102,000 | AED 58,000 – AED 96,000 |
| Fee Band | £££ | £££ |
| Students | 1,900 | 2,600 |
| Founded | 1966 | 1997 |
| Location | Al Barsha | Al Barsha |
The school run matters. Here are estimated drive times from the closest neighbourhoods to each school, including morning rush-hour estimates.
| Neighbourhood | Drive to American School | Drive to GEMS Dubai | Rush Hr → American School | Rush Hr → GEMS Dubai |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Barsha | 5 min | 5 min | 8 min | 8 min |
| Dubai Hills Estate | 10 min | 8 min | 15 min | 12 min |
| JVC - Jumeirah Village Circle | 12 min | 8 min | 18 min | 12 min |
| Palm Jumeirah | 12 min | 12 min | 18 min | 18 min |
| Dubai Marina | 14 min | 13 min | 21 min | 20 min |
| Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT) | 15 min | 13 min | 23 min | 20 min |
| JBR - Jumeirah Beach Residence | 16 min | 14 min | 24 min | 21 min |
| Motor City | 18 min | 14 min | 27 min | 21 min |
American School
5 min
Rush: 8 min
GEMS Dubai
5 min
Rush: 8 min
American School
10 min
Rush: 15 min
GEMS Dubai
8 min
Rush: 12 min
American School
12 min
Rush: 18 min
GEMS Dubai
8 min
Rush: 12 min
American School
12 min
Rush: 18 min
GEMS Dubai
12 min
Rush: 18 min
American School
14 min
Rush: 21 min
GEMS Dubai
13 min
Rush: 20 min
American School
15 min
Rush: 23 min
GEMS Dubai
13 min
Rush: 20 min
American School
16 min
Rush: 24 min
GEMS Dubai
14 min
Rush: 21 min
American School
18 min
Rush: 27 min
GEMS Dubai
14 min
Rush: 21 min