Academic Calendar
Please note that dates of Islamic Holidays (marked with an *) can only be confirmed by the moon sighted that month and are subject to change.
Important Dates 2025-2026
| August 25 | Start of School |
| October 13-17 | Half Term / No School |
| December 2-3 | Commemoration Day & UAE National Day / No School* |
| December 8 - January 4 | Winter Break |
| January 5 | School Resumes |
| February 18-20 | Half Term / No School |
| March 16-29 | Spring Break |
| March 30 | School Resumes |
| May 26-29 | Eid Al Fitr* |
| June 16 | Islamic New Year* |
| July 3 | Last Day of School |
School Timings:
Monday to Thursday |
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| Kindergarten | 7:45am - 2:45pm |
| Grades 1 - 5 | 7:45am - 2:45pm |
| Grades 6 - 8 | 7:45am - 2:55pm |
| Grades 9 - 12 | 7:45am - 3:00pm |
Fridays |
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| PreK-Grade 5 | 7:45am - 11:45am |
| Grades 6 - 8 | 7:45am - 11:55am |
| Grades 9 - 12 | 7:45am - 12:00pm |
More To Explore
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About Our School
We invite you to join us on a journey. This journey begins when a child and family join our school community..
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Welcome Message from Head of School
At GEMS American Academy (GAA), our community—comprised of students, faculty, staff, and families—thrives on support, encouragement, and genuine care for every learner. When students feel truly supported, they gain the freedom to dream big.
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Our History
GEMS American Academy - Abu Dhabi Khalifa City A campus was inaugurated in 2011 by President Bill Clinton.
