Activities (Internal)

These activities are included in tuition fees (unless otherwise specified)

KG2 - Grade 8 students: Schedules of activities and the link to register is via the ESM portal.

NOTE: High School Internal activities are student-led as students are invited to create and run their own clubs under the supervision of the teacher, and sign up during our Club Fair in September.

All school divisions host a Student Council, which introduces them to the concepts of responsibility, representation and accountability. Representatives are elected for a period of one year. The Councils meet regularly with their Principal of the school to discuss issues raised by the students themselves.  Our Student Innovation Team also contribute to enhance the learning opportunities using technology and innovation.

GEMS Dubai American Academy comprehensive physical education program emphasizes both physical and social development. Physical education is a continuous process to motivate each student to make wise choices. Through this program students will demonstrate an understanding of sportsmanship, cooperation, respect for and acceptance of self and others, self discipline and confidence. Concepts of safety, knowledge of rules and game strategies, and the promotion of a lifelong physical fitness program are emphasized. Dubai American Academy provides a wide variety of physical experiences using diverse equipment and facilities.

Related programs include:

• Activity days
• Walking/running programs
• Intramural programs & tournaments
• Swimming competitions
• MESAC and Junior EAC sports opportunities

The core curriculum is enriched with a number of other programs to provide a well-rounded education for Dubai American Academy students

The Elementary program incorporates drama skills into their everyday class activities and presentations. In the Middle and High schools, drama is offered as an elective.

The Drama program covers many topics including the history of theater, the principles of stage direction, voice and movement techniques, scene design, dramatic criticism, pantomime and melodrama.

Exemplary theater productions are presented annually by all division level schools. A school-wide goal is to host events that permit all students the opportunity to perform on stage!