Abu Dhabi launches new rating system in private schools to provide transparency on national identity agendas

Abu Dhabi launches new rating system in private schools to provide transparency on national identity agendas

Abu Dhabi's education regulators has launched an annual school ratings system to provide parents with a comprehensive view of the quality of national identity programs and related activities in private schools across the emirate.

The National Identity Mark, which is the first of its kind, aims to enhance the Emirati students' understanding of UAE's values, customs, and traditions, providing them with a robust foundation to navigate the global landscape.

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge's (Adek) goal with this initiative is to promote transparency in the schools' performance and empower parents to choose the right school environment for their children, aligning with its commitment to enhancing school transparency.

"We recognise the importance of cultivating a robust national identity that anchors our Emirati students in their culture. The launch of the National Identity Mark and inspection framework will provide parents with valuable insights into the quality of national identity programmes within private schools. For many parents, the reinforcement of national identity via education is of critical importance as it helps instil in their children a sense of belonging and pride," Sara Musallam, Minister of State for Early Education, Chairman of the Federal Agency for Early Childhood, and Adek Chairman, said.

The evaluation framework covers