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INSIDER'S GUIDE TO THE UAE EDUCATION BOOM NEW SCHOOLS OPENING IN DUBAI AND ABU DHABI FOR 2025–2026 D ubai and Abu Dhabi are entering a transformative period for education. According to the Knowledge and By 2033, the plan aims to deliver 49,900 new school seats and at least 100 new private schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi with a focus on expanding access, enhancing well-
Human Development Authority (KHDA), 10 new schools opened in Dubai alone in the 2024–25 academic year, adding over 16,000 seats and contributing to a 6% rise in private school enrolment, now totalling more than 387,000 students across 227 private schools. With 90% of parents reporting satisfaction with current options, the appetite for even greater choice continues to grow. This upward trend is no short-term surge. As part of the Education 33 (E33) strategy announced in October 2024, the KHDA has committed to increasing access to high- quality, affordable, and innovative education.
being, and nurturing future-ready learners. The current wave of new openings reflects this vision in action. These new schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for 2025–2026 will bring much-needed capacity, modern facilities, and innovative learning models, from British boarding excellence to AI-focused innovation hubs. As the UAE continues to position itself as a global hub for education, these schools are not just filling demand, they’re shaping the future.
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