Education

The acquisition expands the UK-based education group’s UAE presence amid rising private-school enrolment in Ajman

The initiative introduces Emiratisation targets specifically for teaching positions in Abu Dhabi’s private schools, complementing existing federal requirements

GR8 School will combine self-paced academic study, individual teacher support and practical enrichment, with its first soft launch planned for January 2027

KHDA will also continue efforts to attract international higher education institutions and students, support research and innovation, strengthen AI and financial literacy

The ministry said the approach is intended to widen access to higher education while ensuring that students acquire the qualifications and skills required by the labour market

Examinations will be offered in 40 subjects, comprising 20 academic and 20 skill-based subjects

The codes establish responsibilities for both parents and schools and set standards for interactions within the school community

The framework has been developed to support private educational institutions in Dubai in designing, delivering and strengthening high-quality academic and career guidance from the early years through to graduation

Dubai’s private schools achieved an average score of 501 points in reading, ranking sixth globally

The projects are being coordinated with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) to ensure compliance with educational standards