What are the schools in Dubai like?

"Dubai is home to some of the best international and bilingual schools in the world. The Dubai International Academy (DIA) is a top-tier international school offering a comprehensive curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. The school has a strong focus on developing students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as providing a well-rounded education. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, and art. The GEMS World Academy (GWA) is another top-tier international school in Dubai. It offers a comprehensive curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, as well as a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school also has a strong focus on developing students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The Swiss International Scientific School (SISD) is a bilingual school in Dubai offering a comprehensive curriculum based on the Swiss and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. The school has a strong focus on developing students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as providing a well-rounded education. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, and art. The Emirates International School (EIS) is another top-tier international school in Dubai. It offers a comprehensive curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, as well as a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school also has a strong focus on developing students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The Dubai American Academy (DAA) is a bilingual school in Dubai offering a comprehensive curriculum based on the American and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. The school has a strong focus on developing students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as providing a well-rounded education. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, and art," explained one expat living in Dubai, the UAE.

"Stay away. If you wants the American system apply to the American School of Dubai which has been in existence for the last 40 years and is a non-profit school. If you want international system then apply to the Emirates International School which has the IB program and has been tried and tested for many years," said one parent with children at Dubai American Academy in Dubai.