According to Dubai school administrators, the most recent private school inspection report offers many people hope that achieving an overall “outstanding” grade is possible.
Twenty schools in Dubai received the highest rating possible—outstanding—in the most recent inspections conducted by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). These schools outperformed very good, good, dreadful, and unacceptable.
It was shown by the findings on April 3 that 25 schools had made progress.
It was the first physical inspection since the coronavirus outbreak led officials to cease going to schools in 2019 for security concerns.
The inspections were welcomed by school administrators, who said that they finally helped improve teaching and learning for the benefit of the students.
In its most recent series of inspections, the KHDA, which oversees Dubai’s private schools, went to 199 establishments, 23 more than it had four years prior.
Since 2008, authorities have inspected Dubai’s schools once a year.
Setting higher goals
Rashmi Nandkeolyar, principal of Delhi Private School Dubai, stated that if schools improved in the rankings, the excitement among education experts would grow.
She continued, “I see this as a positive sign because everyone has the potential to get better and better.”
“In preparation for the next inspection, we are now scouting the region.
Inspections are no longer something to be afraid of; instead, they are now something to look forward to as a kind of public recognition for a job well done.
The Indian curriculum school offered by CBSE was rated as “very good”.
Ms. Nandkeolyar claims that the rankings contribute to ensuring that pupils receive a comprehensive education.
Dubai’s private education administration has declared that reading will be a high emphasis for the forthcoming school year. Pupils will be encouraged to read extensively in all subjects, including science, math, and English.
In years past, attention was placed on both child welfare and creativity.
“Every year they raise the bar, so you have to run a little harder to maintain your ranking,” she said.
Sometimes there can be a technicality that keeps you from getting that fantastic ranking, but you’ll be able to detect it.
Though this is all aspirational, the KHDA continues to expand.
Feedback is necessary for transformation.
Education officials asserted that when teachers are forced to continuously carry out study, take in new knowledge, and enhance their teaching methods, pupils end up winning in the end.
According to Glen Radojkovich, deputy director of education provider Taleem, the inspections gave schools the chance to evaluate their operations and go forward with improvements.
He said that we are still fully committed to ensuring that every Taaleem school offers its students the best education possible.
We are notably pleased with Greenfield International School’s transition from “good” to “very good,” and the improvement in Arabic and Islamic education outcomes across the Taaleem portfolio.
Planning specific actions based on inspectors’ suggestions requires their input.
“Feedback is immediately woven into our school improvement plans,” he said.
According to the report, “Taaleem, as a group of schools, has increased in more Arabic and Islamic Education indicators in this round of inspections than ever before, which demonstrates the priority that our board, management, and school principals place on this area of education in Dubai.”
Inspecting online courses during the Covid-19 pandemic, KHDA inspectors conducted remote interviews with instructors and administration.
For many new instructors, this year’s in-person inspection was their first experience with a Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau assessment.
“Dubai experienced inspections for the first time in many years, and for a higher than usual percentage of teachers throughout the city, it meant they were experiencing their first DSIB inspection,” said Mr. Radojkovich.
“We anticipate much greater progress in the classroom the next year.
“During inspections, Taaleem has consistently made significant improvements year over year.”
advancing appropriately
Schools asserted that the study improved teachers’ comprehension of where modifications were required and how to improve facilities.
Rebecca Coulter, principal of Dubai British School, Jumeirah Park, stated, “It has confirmed what we already know and given us some very realistic improvement points, which we will look forward to being able to showcase in the next inspection.”
“Everywhere you looked, there were tons of uplifts. Our results in Arabic and Islamic Studies have also improved, as has our performance in Science, Math, and English.
“Our report confirmed the rapid improvements we made since the last inspection,” we said.
The rankings highlight sectors that could see future growth and provide a quick summary of success stories.
One of our main goals, according to Ms. Coulter, is making sure kids own their learning and can express and comprehend it.
Individual and institutional success stories abound, which “just confirms that we are moving in the right direction.”
