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Reimagining Education in the Desert
It's Just One Mom's Opinion: Success Isn’t Sold in Private School Tuition
Every year, families across the UAE line up to pay staggering school fees, convinced that the right logo on a uniform will unlock their...
When Education Becomes a Debt Trap, Something Is Deeply Broken
It’s 2025, and families in the UAE are literally taking out Dh60,000 loans and maxing out credit cards just to cover tuition, transport, uniforms, and books. Schools raise fees by another 2.5%, and banks rub their hands with glee as desperate parents sign repayment plans. We’ve normalized education as a luxury item rather than a right and families are suffocating under the weight.
Rahhal in Dubai: Your Guide to Flexible Learning (And Yes, We'll Talk Money)
Ah, Dubai parents. We sure do love our educational acronyms and the latest shiny initiatives, don't we? But here's the thing: every once...
How to Choose an Accredited American Curriculum for Homeschooling in the UAE
So you’ve decided to homeschool in Dubai (or anywhere in the UAE) and you want to follow the American curriculum . Great choice! It’s...
Decoding KHDA Rules & Regulations: What They Really Mean for Your Child
If your child goes to a private school in Dubai, there’s one four-letter acronym you’ll hear a lot: KHDA . It stands for the Knowledge...
Why Traditional School Isn’t the Educational Gold Standard
If you grew up thinking school was the place where learning happens, you’re not alone. We were all told that the bell rings, the teacher...
Deschooling: Transitioning from Dubai International Schools
So, you’ve pulled your kids from one of Dubai’s glossy, high-pressure international schools. You’ve said goodbye to the school traffic,...
What Unschooling Actually Is (And What It Isn't)
Okay, let's talk about unschooling. Because I swear, every time I mention it, I get one of two reactions: either someone's eyes light up...
Socialization, Schmocialization: Yes, Your Homeschooled Kid Will Make Friends
You mentioned homeschooling at a coffee morning or family dinner, and the first response wasn’t, “Wow, what a thoughtful choice for your...
Online School, Homeschool, Unschool, Distance Learning… What’s the Difference (and Which One is Right for You)?
If you’ve recently typed “homeschooling in Dubai” into your search bar and felt like you fell into a rabbit hole of terms - online school...
Homeschooling in Dubai: The Real Deal on Educational Freedom (Without Losing Your Mind)
Dubai's vibrant expat community has discovered what many families worldwide already know: homeschooling is a bold, smart way to educate...
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