A Parent’s Guide to Homeschooling
August 7, 2012: The National reports from the United Arab Emirates on homeschooling and its advantages and disadvantages.

Home schooling puts children in a class of their own
March 10, 2012: A growing group of Asians in the UAE are opting to teach their children at home.

Home-schooling in the UAE: Parents teach to give their kids an edge
March 29, 2011: The National, an English language newspaper in the UAE, covers the growth of homeschooling.

Compulsory attendance:
Primary education is compulsory.

Legal status of home schooling:

Expatriates are able to homeschool freely, as education laws only apply to citizens of the Emirates. Please contact the groups below for additional information if you are a national.

Dubai and Northern Emirates Homeschool Association
Contact via email

Abu Dhabi HomeSchoolers Association (ADHSA)
Contact via email

Homeschooling in Al Ain (Join for access)

UAE Muslim Homeschoolers

Last Updated: July 10, 2012