Academic Calendar
Please note that dates of Islamic Holidays and UAE Public Holidays (marked with an *) can only be confirmed by the moon sighted that month and are subject to change.
Important Dates 2026-2027
| August 31 | Start of School |
| October 12-16 | Half Term / No School |
| November 3 | Flag Day Celebration at School |
| November 26 | Union Day Celebration at School |
| December 2-4* | Commemoration Day & UAE National Day / No School* |
| December 14 - January 1 | Winter Break |
| January 4 | School Resumes |
| February 18-20 | Half Term / No School |
| March 8-12* | Eid Al Fitr* |
| April 5-9 | Spring Break |
| April 12 | School Resumes |
| May15-18* | Eid Al Adha* |
| June 6* | Islamic New Year* |
| July 2 | 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 12 | 7:45am - 11:30am |
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.
