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IB schools in Dubai

There are 38 IB curriculum private schools in Dubai. 24 of them are rated Very good or better by KHDA, including Deira International School, Dubai International Academy and GEMS Dubai American Academy. 3 are newer or not yet rated. Where fees are published, yearly fees start from AED 19,517, and half of these schools start at AED 48,781 or less. Most are in Al Barsha (5), Umm Suqeim (3) and Dubailand (3).

About the IB curriculum. An international programme in up to four stages: Primary Years (PYP), Middle Years (MYP), the Diploma (DP) and the Career-related Programme (CP). Known for inquiry-based learning and a broad final diploma. Some schools offer only the Diploma on top of another curriculum. Compare curricula.

All IB schools in Dubai

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IB schools by area

Al Barsha5Umm Suqeim3Dubailand3Al Barsha South2Nad Al Sheba2Meydan City2Al Khail2Al Khawaneej2Al Sufouh1Dubai Festival City1Emirates Hills1Arabian Ranches1Ras Al Khor1Meadows1Dubai Investment Park1Jumeirah1Dubai Silicon Oasis1Mirdif1Dubai Healthcare City1Al Warqa1Muhaisnah1Dubai Sports City1Al Quoz1Mankhool1Mudon1

Other curricula in Dubai

British107American40Indian34UAE Ministry of Education14French8

Data from the KHDA school directory, last checked 23 October 2026. Always confirm fees, places and admissions details with the school. How ratings work.