Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) recently briefed Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on progress under the Education 33 Strategy — the emirate's long-term framework for building a personalised learning journey for every resident, from early childhood through higher education and into lifelong learning. This year's active initiatives centre on strengthening Arabic language instruction, enhancing student wellbeing, and equipping learners with practical life and future skills.
The strategy is designed to serve learners and parents across all stages of schooling, with the stated goal of aligning Dubai's education outcomes with the highest international standards while grounding students in Emirati identity and values. The KHDA oversees both public and private schools in Dubai, meaning these initiatives are likely to touch the international school sector that most relocating founders use for their children.
What this means for our clients
For founders relocating families to Dubai, the Education 33 Strategy signals a sustained government commitment to school quality — a factor that consistently ranks among the top concerns we hear from clients weighing a UAE move. The KHDA's active oversight of private and international schools means that curriculum standards and wellbeing frameworks are monitored and updated on a rolling basis. Founders should factor school placement timelines into their relocation planning, as places at sought-after institutions can be limited. For a fuller picture of how Dubai's education landscape fits your family's situation, we recommend speaking with a Sirius adviser or reviewing the source reporting at Economy Middle East.