GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi vs Fujairah Private Academy

Independent side-by-side comparison for parents

Last updated 14 June 2026

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

GCSE, British

FS1 to Year 13

Baniyas City, Abu Dhabi · United Arab Emirates
Annual fees AED 20,645 – AED 41,290 (2025–2026)

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Fujairah Private Academy

British

FS1 to Year 13

Fujairah · United Arab Emirates
Annual fees AED 23,850 – AED 42,000 (2025–2026)

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Choosing between GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Private Academy?

This independent side-by-side comparison covers curriculum, grade levels, annual tuition, admissions, contact details and verification status for two published schools in Baniyas City and Fujairah respectively, United Arab Emirates. SchoolFinder does not charge schools commissions — profiles are built from public information and optional school verification.

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi offers GCSE, British education for FS1 to Year 13 with AED 20,645–AED 41,290 per year (2025–2026). Fujairah Private Academy follows British for FS1 to Year 13 with AED 23,850–AED 42,000 per year (2025–2026). The schools follow different curricula (GCSE, British vs British), which is a key factor for relocating families.

Fees and admissions details may change. Please confirm final information directly with the school.

Key differences at a glance

8 areas where GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Private Academy differ — before you dive into the full table.

8 highlighted differences

Area

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

Baniyas City

Fujairah Private Academy

Fujairah

Curriculum / program

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

GCSE, British

Fujairah Private Academy

British

Fees (annual or monthly)

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

AED 20,645–AED 41,290

Fujairah Private Academy

AED 23,850–AED 42,000

Early years (school)

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

AED 20,645

Fujairah Private Academy

AED 23,850

Primary (school)

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

AED 27,970

Fujairah Private Academy

AED 29,035

Middle (school)

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

AED 34,630

Fujairah Private Academy

AED 35,520

Secondary (school)

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

AED 39,960

Fujairah Private Academy

AED 40,705

Admission process

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Baniyas City; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.

Fujairah Private Academy

Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Fujairah; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.

Full comparison

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GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

Type: School
Area: Baniyas City
Curriculum / program: GCSE, British
Grades / ages: FS1 to Year 13
Fees (annual or monthly): AED 20,645–AED 41,290
Early years (school): AED 20,645
Primary (school): AED 27,970
Middle (school): AED 34,630
Secondary (school): AED 39,960
Application / registration fees: Registration AED 1,000–3,000 (one-time, partly deducted from tuition); assessment AED 300–750. Confirm with school.
Other costs: Transport AED 5,000–9,000/yr; uniform & books extra; board-exam fees (IGCSE/IB/AP) separate; sibling discounts common. Confirm with school.
Admission process: Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Baniyas City; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.
Source confidence: Medium
Fee year: 2025–2026
Phone: +97125104343
Email: admissions@gemscambridge-abudhabi.com
Website: Visit website
Admissions URL: Admissions

Fujairah Private Academy

Type: School
Area: Fujairah
Curriculum / program: British
Grades / ages: FS1 to Year 13
Fees (annual or monthly): AED 23,850–AED 42,000
Early years (school): AED 23,850
Primary (school): AED 29,035
Middle (school): AED 35,520
Secondary (school): AED 40,705
Application / registration fees: Registration AED 1,000–3,000 (one-time, partly deducted from tuition); assessment AED 300–750. Confirm with school.
Other costs: Transport AED 5,000–9,000/yr; uniform & books extra; board-exam fees (IGCSE/IB/AP) separate; sibling discounts common. Confirm with school.
Admission process: Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Fujairah; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.
Source confidence: Medium
Fee year: 2025–2026
Phone: +97192224001
Email: registrar@fpa.sch.ae
Website: Visit website
Admissions URL: Admissions

Detail	GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi	Fujairah Private Academy
Type	School	School
Area	Baniyas City	Fujairah
Curriculum / program	GCSE, British	British
Grades / ages	FS1 to Year 13	FS1 to Year 13
Fees (annual or monthly)	AED 20,645–AED 41,290	AED 23,850–AED 42,000
Early years (school)	AED 20,645	AED 23,850
Primary (school)	AED 27,970	AED 29,035
Middle (school)	AED 34,630	AED 35,520
Secondary (school)	AED 39,960	AED 40,705
Application / registration fees	Registration AED 1,000–3,000 (one-time, partly deducted from tuition); assessment AED 300–750. Confirm with school.	Registration AED 1,000–3,000 (one-time, partly deducted from tuition); assessment AED 300–750. Confirm with school.
Other costs	Transport AED 5,000–9,000/yr; uniform & books extra; board-exam fees (IGCSE/IB/AP) separate; sibling discounts common. Confirm with school.	Transport AED 5,000–9,000/yr; uniform & books extra; board-exam fees (IGCSE/IB/AP) separate; sibling discounts common. Confirm with school.
Admission process	Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Baniyas City; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.	Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Fujairah; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.
Source confidence	Medium	Medium
Fee year	2025–2026	2025–2026
Phone	+97125104343	+97192224001
Email	admissions@gemscambridge-abudhabi.com	registrar@fpa.sch.ae
Website	Visit website	Visit website
Admissions URL	Admissions	Admissions

About each school

GCSE, British

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

Baniyas City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Fee basis: edarabia published annual fee, expanded to a per-grade curve. Govt rating: Very Good (ADEK). Research status: Verified (directory)

Grades / ages: FS1 to Year 13
Annual tuition: AED 20,645–AED 41,290
Fee year: 2025–2026
Data confidence: Medium
Last reviewed: 2026-06-14

Application fees: Registration AED 1,000–3,000 (one-time, partly deducted from tuition); assessment AED 300–750. Confirm with school.

Other costs: Transport AED 5,000–9,000/yr; uniform & books extra; board-exam fees (IGCSE/IB/AP) separate; sibling discounts common. Confirm with school.

Admissions: Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Baniyas City; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.

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British

Fujairah Private Academy

Fujairah, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

Fee basis: published fee range (school/regulator), expanded to a per-grade curve. Research status: Verified (directory)

Grades / ages: FS1 to Year 13
Annual tuition: AED 23,850–AED 42,000
Fee year: 2025–2026
Data confidence: Medium
Last reviewed: 2026-06-14

Application fees: Registration AED 1,000–3,000 (one-time, partly deducted from tuition); assessment AED 300–750. Confirm with school.

Other costs: Transport AED 5,000–9,000/yr; uniform & books extra; board-exam fees (IGCSE/IB/AP) separate; sibling discounts common. Confirm with school.

Admissions: Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Fujairah; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Private Academy?: Area: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi (Baniyas City) vs Fujairah Private Academy (Fujairah) Curriculum / program: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi (GCSE, British) vs Fujairah Private Academy (British) Fees (annual or monthly): GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi (AED 20,645–AED 41,290) vs Fujairah Private Academy (AED 23,850–AED 42,000) Early years (school): GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi (AED 20,645) vs Fujairah Private Academy (AED 23,850)
How much are fees at GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Private Academy?: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi: AED 20,645–AED 41,290 per year (2025–2026). Fujairah Private Academy: AED 23,850–AED 42,000 per year (2025–2026). Fees and admissions details may change. Please confirm final information directly with the school.
What curriculum does each school offer?: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi offers GCSE, British. Fujairah Private Academy offers British. Grades or ages: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi — FS1 to Year 13; Fujairah Private Academy — FS1 to Year 13.
How do I apply to GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi or Fujairah Private Academy?: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi: Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Baniyas City; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry. Fujairah Private Academy: Apply year-round via the school's admissions office in Fujairah; entry assessment plus prior school reports. Curriculum leads to IGCSE and A-Levels. Waiting lists are common for popular year groups — apply early for September 2026 entry. Use the admissions links in the comparison table or visit each school's full profile on SchoolFinder.
Are GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Private Academy verified on SchoolFinder?: GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi is not yet verified by the school. Fujairah Private Academy is not yet verified. Verification means the school confirmed its profile; it is separate from Featured placement.

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