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The new framework is intended to provide institutions with a unified regulatory reference

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 education sector recorded annual growth of 4.6 per cent across early childhood education, schools and higher education over the past three academic years

From the August 31 return date and new school admission age rules to Dubai’s private school fee freeze, here are the key dates and changes for the 2026-27 academic year

The freeze on private school fee hikes is aimed at easing pressure on households already managing rising living costs

This eliminates the need for document submissions and manual checks, allowing for a faster and more seamless application process

Schools will reopen from April 20, but a phased approval process means many are likely to remain on distance learning in the short term

Dubai and Sharjah education authorities confirm April 20 return to in-person learning, with school reopenings tied to strict readiness and safety approvals

It’s back to school for thousands of students across the UAE, as the Ministry of Education confirms a return to classrooms from April 20

The Staff Deregistration Technical Guide sets out how schools should respond to misconduct and applies across all KHDA-regulated private education institutions