Dubai: 39 New Private Education Institutions To Open In 2024-25, KHDA Reveals

Dubai's private education sector is set for significant growth with the opening of 39 new schools, universities, and early childhood centres in the 2024-25 academic year.

Twenty-nine new early childhood centres (ECCs) will open in the upcoming academic year. This follows the launch of seven ECCs in June and July, including Dubai's first Chinese curriculum ECC. Most new ECCs will offer the UK Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.

The new educational institutions include five UK curriculum schools: Dubai British School Jumeirah, GEMS Founders School Dubai South, New Dawn Private School in Muhaisnah, Hampton Heights International School in Twar, and Springfield International School in Al Aweer. Additionally, Lycée Francais Jean Mermoz South in Al Barsha South will offer a French curriculum.

The higher education landscape is also expanding with four new institutions licensed by KHDA set to open during the 2024-25 academic year. Three of them – SKEMA Business School from France, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics from Russia, and Symbiosis International University from India – offer bachelor's and master's degree programmes. Neohorizon School of Business – a partnership between the UAE and China – offers a dedicated master's degree in business.

The addition of these new schools will provide more than 16,000 seats to Dubai's private school sector across various fee levels. This expansion reflects the emirate's commitment to providing diverse educational options for learners at all stages.

Aisha Miran, Director General of KHDA said: "The growth in Dubai's private education landscape reflects the emirate's commitment to providing high quality, diverse educational options for learners at all stages. By welcoming these new schools, early childhood centres, and higher education institutions, we're not just adding numbers but creating more opportunities for our children and youth."

"We are committed to strengthening Dubai's reputation as a leading destination for high quality education and remain dedicated to supporting the needs of our students, educators, and families. Together, we will ensure that every child in Dubai has access to the best possible education in an environment that nurtures their potential and prepares them for the future," she added.

Dubai's private education sector currently comprises 220 schools, 274 early childhood centres, and 38 higher education institutions. All three sectors saw record growth in enrolment during the 2023-24 academic year.

More information about private education options in Dubai is available on the KHDA website and mobile app.