How to Check a Dubai School Inspection Rating
Use KHDA’s school directory and inspection reports to compare Dubai private schools beyond a single overall rating.
The direct answer
KHDA’s official school directory lets families filter Dubai private schools and open the latest available inspection information, School Fact Sheet and fee details. The overall rating is useful, but it should be read with the inspection summary, curriculum, inclusion findings and date.
A practical checklist
1. Search the official directory
Filter by location, curriculum, grade range, fee or rating, then open the exact school rather than relying on an advertisement.
2. Check the report date
Confirm the academic year of the latest inspection and note whether the school is new or not yet inspected.
3. Read beyond the headline grade
Review attainment, progress, wellbeing, inclusion, leadership and recommendations that matter to the child.
4. Compare the Fact Sheet and visit
Check approved fees, facilities and parent information, then ask the school how it is acting on the latest recommendations.
Important: An inspection rating does not guarantee that a school is the right fit for a particular child, commute or budget.
Before you act
Save the report you relied on because inspection results and fees can change. Confirm the current year directly with KHDA and the school before paying a deposit.
Official source and review note
Dubai Daily Guide reviewed this article on 9 October 2026 against KHDA — Dubai school directory ↗. Check the live service before acting because eligibility, documents, fees and processing steps can change.