Abu Dhabi Expands Access to Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education in Abu Dhabi

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced a major expansion in early childhood education within the emirate. For the 2024-2025 academic year, an additional 1,000 preschool places will be available in private schools across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra.

Private schools that have achieved high educational standards and received a “Good” rating or higher in the latest Irtiqaa evaluations are eligible for this expansion.

Among the schools increasing their preschool offerings are ABC Private School, Al Ittihad National Private School, ADNOC Schools, Al Manara Private School, Al Nahda National Schools, Bait Al Maqdes International Private School, Future Leaders International Private School, International Community Schools, Sharjah American International Private School, and Summit International Schools.