The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is the government body responsible for regulating and improving the quality of private education in Dubai. KHDA ensures that schools, training centers, and higher education institutions meet Dubai’s educational vision of excellence, innovation, and happiness.
It plays a central role in shaping Dubai’s education landscape by promoting transparent standards, continuous development, and student well-being across all private education sectors.
All private educational institutions in Dubai, including schools, nurseries, and training institutes, must obtain a KHDA license to operate legally.
This license ensures compliance with Dubai’s education regulations, safety protocols, and quality assurance frameworks. It covers every stage of school development, from planning and staffing to curriculum implementation and inspection readiness.
Holding a KHDA license reflects an institution’s commitment to maintaining high-quality learning environments and adhering to Dubai’s educational policies.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) |
| Established | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Governing Authority | Government of Dubai |
| Primary Role | Regulates and oversees the private education sector in Dubai |
| Scope of Work | Schools, universities, training institutes, nurseries, and other educational services |
| Key Functions | Licensing, quality assurance, inspections, policy-making, research, and student well-being initiatives |
| School Inspections | Annual inspections of private schools to rate quality and performance |
| Ratings Categories | Outstanding, Very Good, Good, Acceptable, Weak, Very Weak |
| Focus Areas | Education quality, innovation, happiness & well-being, student outcomes, and inclusivity |
| Vision | To promote a high-quality, innovative, and globally competitive education sector in Dubai |
| Address | Block 10, Academic City P.O Box 500008 Dubai, U.A.E. |
| Website | https://www.khda.gov.ae |
Guidance for setting up early childhood centres, schools, or training institutions.
Support with planning, curriculum design, and market analysis.
Assistance with obtaining educational licenses and regulatory compliance.
End-to-end help in opening new educational centres or schools.
Ensure continuous compliance with KHDA standards.
Ongoing training to enhance staff performance.
Ongoing training to enhance staff performance.
Guidance on child behaviour and parent well-being.
Regular performance checks and constructive reviews.
Plans for growth, quality enhancement, and performance evaluation.
Assistance in achieving international educational standards.
Strategic support for maintaining accreditation.
Long-term planning for teacher development and advancement.
Enhancing leadership, systems, and policies.
Guidance for managing new educational ventures.
Ongoing oversight and progress tracking.
Managing marketing, safety, and operational governance.
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Obtaining a KHDA license involves submitting institutional details, compliance documentation, facility layouts, and educational frameworks for review. Generation Z simplifies this process by handling the necessary steps in collaborating with KHDA authorities.
