[3][4] Founded in September 2005, Dubai International Academy opened with 500 students from 55 countries, and a faculty of 50 members from 18 nationalities.

[9] English, Math and Science remain mandatory throughout all 3 programs, and Language Acquisition (as Spanish or French in the MYP, with Self-Taught Language added in DP) is mandatory for all students taking part in the MYP and the DP programs.

These programs cater to students wishing to cultivate and enhance their skills in their native languages.

After the establishment of the Aqua Initiative, Dubai International Academy began to celebrate the World Water Day.

During the celebration, various fundraising activities are organized, such as bake sales and the Water for Life Carnival.

The awards recognize adolescents and young adults upon the completion of a series of self-improvement exercises.

[19] As of January 2017, Basketball, Football, Cricket, Netball, Volleyball and Swimming teams are offered in the Dubai International Academy.

[23][24] In September 2024 the academy was declared top 3 finalist for the World’s Best School Prize for Environmental Action 2024.