127 private schools in Dubai to increase their fees

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has confirmed that 127 private schools out of 158 private schools in Dubai are going to increase their fees in line with the KHDA’s school fee framework, Gulf News reported.

For the third consecutive year, the hike was determined by the cost index, which is calculated by a comprehensive analysis of the operating costs incurred by schools. The higher the ranking the school receives in school inspections, the more the school can raise its fees. Meanwhile, a report by the authority found that 58% of the 243,715 students attend private schools that charge more than Dhs10,000 per year. With the increase of fees in the 127 private schools, this percentage is expected to increase even more. A majority of parents interviewed by Gulf News said a big chunk of their salaries is spent on their children’s tuition fee.

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