The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and Aldar signed a strategic partnership today to accelerate Emiratisation in the education sector through a structured talent development roadmap aimed at driving ninefold increase in UAE Nationals representation across key roles in
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As part of its revamped teacher talent approach, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has launched Midad – a flexible, entry-level training program designed to equip passionate individuals with the skills needed to step into the classroom. The initiative reinforces ADEK’s continued efforts to elevate the caliber and standards of education across […]
As part of Abu Dhabi’s ongoing efforts to strengthen education quality and uphold high academic standards, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), led by its newly appointed Chairman H.E. Mohamed Al Qadi, conducted visits to two schools: Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys private school and Al Ghad charter school. The […]
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), launched a dedicated job placement programme for Emirati students aged 15 to 18. The programme offered meaningful hands-on work experience alongside practical financial education, equipping youth with the skills needed for future success. Designed to
Peekapak, an award-winning edtech company and wellbeing platform that offers social emotional learning curriculum (SEL) across K12 schools in the UAE, US, and Canada, has launched its UAE Wellbeing Surveys, a validated and research-backed set of tools to help schools measure, monitor, and improve student and teacher wellbeing. These tools are designed in alignment with
Abu Dhabi is taking another major step toward preserving and promoting its cultural identity from an early age. The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced that 11 private nurseries across the emirate have begun implementing the ‘Al Saf Al Emarati’ (The Emirati Classroom) program a pioneering initiative that immerses young children […]
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) unveiled “Rayah”, a new digital platform designed to place parents at the center of their children’s education. The launch was announced during ADEK’s participation at the 45th edition of GITEX Global, taking place 13-17 October at Dubai World Trade Centre. Presented at the Abu Dhabi Government […]
Held in collaboration with 25 national and international partners, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has launched its Pre-Departure Week during an official ceremony attended by His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence. The program aims to prepare 300 students from ADEK Scholarship programs for
With schools closing for the summer holiday, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has launched the latest edition of its School Break Camps, offering students an engaging and enriching holiday experience that ensures learning continues beyond the classroom. In partnership with leading organizations and shaped by parents’ feedback from previous
Aiming to empower school communities to continuously raise the bar for quality education across the Emirate – the second edition of the ADEK Awards concluded with winners announced across public, private, and charter schools, recognizing outstanding contributions of educators and school programs within Abu Dhabi’s dynamic education ecosystem. Building on the success
In a move to nurture language, identity, and belonging from the very first years of learning, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced a new policy that will bring Arabic into every private and charter kindergarten across the emirate, starting from Pre-KG to KG2, beginning Fall 2025. Beyond literacy, it’s about […]
Aspiring sports talent from schools across Abu Dhabi are set to take center stage this Saturday at the Abu Dhabi Sports Championship Finals with the unveiling of the All-Stars Team – an initiative connecting top school performers with elite training opportunities to help them shine on national and international stages. The All-Stars will make their […]
For students across Abu Dhabi, Fridays are about to become the most meaningful day of the week. In alignment with the UAE’s Year of Community and in celebration of Emirati Education Day, theAbu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is launching Service Learning Fridays, an initiative that redefines how students connect with the world […]
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is opening teaching to individuals from all sectors with diverse skills, backgrounds and life experiences. This first-of-its-kind initiative offers the opportunity to enter the educational field after completing a one-year accredited post-graduate diploma in education. The initiative is open to both nationals and
Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, announced that its contract with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education And Knowledge (ADEK) has been extended for three more years, further cementing its position as a leader in reshaping the educational landscape in the UAE. The renewal of this partnership underscores the commitment of Alef […]
To inspire the next generation to take the lead in reshaping industries through the use of transformative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) collaborates with 42 Abu Dhabi and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to organize a series of AI Summer Programs for Abu Dhabi students. […]
Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, an internationally recognized and UAE’s top-ranked research and enterprise-intensive institute in Abu Dhabi, have collaborated on a shared vision to shape future-ready STEM leaders by elevating the skills and knowledge of teachers and 11th Grade students in Abu
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) kicks off the Abu Dhabi Sports Championship for Schools and Universities with the third annual edition bringing together 26,000 students and aspiring athletes from across the emirate. The tournament has significantly expanded in its scope this year to feature an impressive line-up of 10 individual sports […]



























