Dubai's Private Schools Rank Among World’s Top 10 in PISA 2025
Dubai’s private schools have achieved a remarkable feat, ranking among the world's top 10 education systems across all domains assessed by the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025. This success strengthens Dubai's position as a global leader in education and marks a significant milestone towards achieving key targets set forth in the Dubai Education 33 Strategy.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, praised this accomplishment. He emphasized that the UAE, guided by the vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, continues to prioritize education as a cornerstone for human development and global competitiveness.
"Investing in people and knowledge remains a top priority for the UAE," said H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed. "Building a world-class education system is crucial in preparing Emirati generations with the necessary skills and confidence to shape the future and contribute to the nation’s development."
He congratulated Dubai's education community—including schools, teachers, students, and parents—on this achievement, attributing it to their collective efforts. "These results reflect their dedication to creating an education system capable of delivering globally competitive outcomes," he noted.
Looking ahead, Sheikh Hamdan expressed his confidence in Dubai's educational institutions continuing their progress and reaching new heights of excellence.