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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UAE: May 2025 IB results released, students score perfect 45, bag global university offers
Alia Abdelhamid (Left) and Melis Yilmaz (Right) from Dubai International Academy –Emirates Hills earned perfect 45 scores in the May 2025 IB exams./ Image: DIA Emirates Hills Several students across the UAE have achieved remarkable success in the May 2025 International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, with scores that outstrip the global average. Released on Saturday, July 5, the results have showcased some extraordinary individual performances, highlighting both the rigorous academic preparation and the exceptional support systems at their schools. Among the standout achievers were Alia Abdelhamid and Melis Yilmaz from Dubai International Academy – Emirates Hills (DIA EH), who each earned a perfect score of 45 points, a distinction earned by only 0.1% of IB Diploma candidates worldwide. Stellar Performance at Innoventures Education Schools Students from several schools under the Innoventures Education umbrella, including Dubai International Academy (DIA) Emirates Hills, DIA Al Barsha, and Raffles World Academy, posted a perfect 100% pass rate this year. According to results shared with local media, across these campuses, a total of two students scored the maximum of 45 points, four students achieved 44, and nearly a quarter of the graduating class secured 40 or more points. These exceptional performances reflect not only the students' hard work but also the strong educational foundation provided by the institutions. In fact, the graduating cohort from Innoventures Education has received offers from some of the most prestigious universities in the world, including Cambridge, Stanford, Cornell, Imperial College London, UC Berkeley, King's College London, London School of Economics, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, and University of St Andrews, among others. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The Top Scorers: Achieving Excellence Alia Abdelhamid and Melis Yilmaz from DIA Emirates Hills were the stars of the batch, each earning a flawless 45 points. Reflecting on her achievement, Alia said, 'I feel deeply thankful for the incredible support I received from DIA Emirates Hills during my IB journey. The commitment of my teachers and the broader school community created an environment where I could truly thrive. I'm proud of what we've accomplished together,' in a statement shared with local media outlets. Melis, also from DIA Emirates Hills, echoed these sentiments, adding, 'My IB journey at Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills has been truly transformative. The demanding academic environment, combined with unwavering support, has fostered both intellectual and personal growth. The strong sense of community and the constant encouragement to think critically and embrace a global perspective have equipped me for the future in ways I could never have imagined. ' Meanwhile, at DIA Al Barsha, Kanishka Kesharwani stood out as the top scorer with 44 points. Reflecting on the intense preparations that led to her success, Kanishka described her experience as 'surreal.' She shared, 'Gut-wrenching mocks and loads of all-nighters with endless fits of laughter and cries to put in my best effort for my exams. Deeply grateful for the person DIAB has made me, and for the support my family and friends have given me over the last couple of years. ' GEMS Education's Exceptional Results Meanwhile, across GEMS Education's seven schools that offer the IB Diploma, three students attained the highest possible score of 45 points. Out of 645 Grade 12/Year 13 students from GEMS schools who took the exam, the cohort achieved an average score of 34 points and a pass rate of 95%, far surpassing the global averages for 2024, which stood at 30 points and 80%, respectively. The GEMS schools that offer the IB Diploma include: GEMS World Academy – Dubai GEMS International School – Al Khail GEMS Wellington International School GEMS Wellington Academy – Silicon Oasis GEMS Dubai American Academy GEMS American Academy – Abu Dhabi GEMS Modern Academy Lisa Crausby OBE, Group Chief Education Officer at GEMS Education, commended the students' exceptional achievements in a public statement, saying, 'Our students have once again shown what's possible with ambition, perseverance, and the right support. These outstanding results reflect their tireless effort and the dedication of our world-class educators. Every success story here speaks to the strength of our IB programmes and the values that underpin a GEMS education. ' A Commitment to Excellence Founded in the UAE in 1959, GEMS Education has since grown into one of the largest and most respected private education providers in the world. Today, it educates over 200,000 students from more than 176 countries, with nearly half a million alumni spread across the globe. Known for its diverse curricula, GEMS schools offer a range of academic options to suit different needs and backgrounds. Sunny Varkey, the founder of GEMS, and his sons Dino and Jay Varkey, who lead the organization today, continue to steer the company with a vision to provide quality education to all learners. Over the years, GEMS students have been accepted into top universities worldwide, including all eight Ivy League schools and all 24 Russell Group universities in the UK. Many GEMS alumni have gone on to secure leadership roles, with a significant portion reaching CEO and C-suite positions. This year's IB results are just another testament to the outstanding educational practices that have become synonymous with GEMS Education, further strengthening its position as a global leader in K-12 private education.
Khaleej Times
05-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE: May 2025 IB results out, meet school toppers with perfect score
Several students in the UAE recorded outstanding performances in the May 2025 International Baccalaureate (IB) examinations, with scores well above the global average. The results were released on Saturday, July 5. Among the standout performers at Innoventures education were Alia Abdelhamid and Melis Yilmaz from Dubai International Academy - Emirates Hills (DIA EH), who achieved a perfect score of 45 — a distinction earned by just 0.1 per cent of IB Diploma candidates worldwide. According to the results shared with Khaleej Times, students from three schools under this group — DIA Emirates Hills, DIA Al Barsha, and Raffles World Academy — posted a 100 per cent pass rate. Across these campuses, two students scored the maximum 45 points, four achieved 44, and nearly a quarter of the graduating class scored 40 or more points. The graduating cohort has secured offers from some of the world's most prestigious institutions, including Cambridge, Stanford, Cornell, Imperial College London, UC Berkeley, King's College London, and the London School of Economics, New York University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of St Andrew's, among others. The toppers Alia Abdelhamid and Melis Yilmaz from DIA Emirates Hills scored a perfect 45 points. At DIA Al Barsha, Kanishka Kesharwani emerged as the top scorer with 44 points. Alia Abdelhamid from DIA EH who bagged the perfect score said, 'I feel deeply thankful for the incredible support I received from DIA Emirates Hills during my IB journey. The commitment of my teachers and the broader school community created an environment where I could truly thrive. I'm proud of what we've accomplished together.' Melis Yilmaz, also from DIA EH, was very happy to attain 45/45 and said, 'My IB journey at Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills has been truly transformative. The demanding academic environment, combined with unwavering support, has fostered both intellectual and personal growth. The strong sense of community and the constant encouragement to think critically and embrace a global perspective have equipped me for the future in ways I could never have imagined." Reflecting on the school's performance and the students' achievements, Hitesh Bhagat, Principal of DIA Emirates Hills, said, 'These results speak volumes about the dedication of our students, the commitment of our teachers, and the strength of our school community. We are thrilled to see our students continue to reach new heights and take their place at the world's leading universities.' Kanishka Kesharwani from DIA Al Barsha, who emerged as the top scorer with 44 points, said, "It was surreal to open my result to see 44 after the year I had - gut-wrenching mocks and loads of all-nighters with endless fits of laughter and cries to put in my best effort for my exams. Deeply grateful for the person DIAB has made me, and for the support my family and friends have given me over the last couple of years." Poonam Bhojani, CEO of Innoventures Education, said, "This year's record-breaking results are a true reflection of our students' passion, resilience, and drive to succeed as well as the unwavering dedication of our educators and the support of our parent community. At Innoventures, we strive to nurture global citizens who are not only academically prepared but deeply inspired. We couldn't be prouder of this incredible cohort and look forward to all that they will go on to achieve.' Commendable journey Meanwhile, across seven GEMS schools that offer the IB diploma programme, three students attained the maximum score possible of 45. A total of 645 Grade 12/Year 13 students from these schools across the UAE sat for these exams this year. Together, they achieved an average point score of 34 and a pass rate of 95 per cent, exceeding the 2024 global averages of 30 points and 80 per cent respectively. Lisa Crausby OBE, Group Chief Education Officer at GEMS Education, said, 'Our students have once again shown what's possible with ambition, perseverance, and the right support. These outstanding results reflect their tireless effort and the dedication of our world-class educators. Every success story here speaks to the strength of our IB programmes and the values that underpin a GEMS education.' Nargish Khambatta, Principal, GEMS Modern Academy and Executive Vice President – Education, GEMS Education, said, 'This success belongs to our entire community — students, teachers, and parents as well, who have journeyed together with purpose and heart. At Modern, we are deeply proud of the remarkable individuals they have evolved into."
