Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your child.
And for the schools and nurseries that shape those childhoods, being understood by the right families matters just as much.
SchoolWise exists for both sides of that relationship.
Our mission
As of 2026, Dubai has 226 private schools and 260 nurseries educating hundreds of thousands of children. Every year, thousands of families — many newly arrived, many re-evaluating — face the same challenge: how do you choose the right school when the information you need is scattered, and the people who know are whoever you happen to know?
Schools face a version of the same problem. A family that would thrive in their community never finds them. Or finds them, but can't tell from a ratings page or a brochure what it actually feels like to be there.
SchoolWise is built to close both gaps — with KHDA inspection data, real parent reviews across the dimensions that actually matter, and the tools for schools to tell their story to the families most likely to connect with it. What you find here is entirely shaped by data and by the honest experiences of families who have been there.
And SchoolWise isn't only for families searching. It's for every parent in Dubai with a child already enrolled— because the single most powerful thing you can do for the next family in your position is share your honest experience. Your review helps someone who doesn't have your network. Your perspective, your watchouts, your highlights — that's the information that changes decisions. SchoolWise is where that community lives.
Built for everyone
Researching schools
Every school profile in one place — KHDA ratings, fee history, parent reviews, open days, and direct contact with admissions.
Sharing your experience
Your school deserves a genuine voice. Share what life is really like for families inside — with honesty and with real detail.
Building community
Ask questions, read other parents' perspectives, and contribute to a resource that benefits every Dubai family that comes after you.
Telling your school's story
For schools and nurseries, SchoolWise is where the families most seriously considering you are doing their research. Your verified portal is how you meet them there.
What SchoolWise gives families
Always freeKHDA inspection data — all 226 schools
Inspection ratings across teaching, wellbeing, leadership, and more — sourced directly from KHDA public filings, updated annually.
Multi-dimension parent reviews
Reviews that go beyond a star rating. Parents share their child's year group, how long they've been enrolled, and rate across dimensions like teaching quality, pastoral care, extracurriculars, and value for money. Filter to find parents in the same situation as you.
Direct connection to schools
Book a private visit, send an enquiry, reserve a spot at an open day, or post a question — all directly through SchoolWise. Claimed schools respond through their portal.
Side-by-side comparison
Compare up to three schools across KHDA rating, community score, fees, gender policy, and grade range. Share a comparison link with your partner or a relocation consultant.
Independent editorial guides
IB vs British, how to read KHDA ratings, choosing by area — written for families navigating the UAE system for the first time and the fifth.
Nursery discovery
260 KHDA-registered nurseries with learning approach, age range, fees, parent reviews, and open morning booking — for the earliest and most personal of all education decisions.
For schools and nurseries
SchoolWise is where Dubai families go when they're making their decision. A claimed portal puts you in that room.
Own your profile
Respond to reviews, correct outdated information, and make sure families see an accurate picture of your school.
Tell your story
Add a principal message, showcase your programmes, post open days, and answer parent questions directly. The families reading this far are the ones most seriously considering you.
Connect at the right moment
Post open days and private visit slots that parents can book without leaving SchoolWise. Reach families when intent is highest — while they're actively comparing schools.
Understand how families see you
Your portal analytics show how parents are finding your profile, what they're reading, and how your community score is moving.
Data sources
School inspection ratings and registration data are sourced from KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority) public filings and annual inspection reports. Fee data comes from KHDA-approved fee schedules. All school data reflects the most recently published cycle (2024/25).
Nursery data is sourced from KHDA Early Childhood Center registration records, covering all 260 registered nurseries in Dubai.
Parent reviews are collected directly by SchoolWise, submitted anonymously, moderated by AI, and verified against our review guidelines. Schools and nurseries can respond to reviews through their verified portal.
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