Dubai – February 5, 2026: Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), in partnership with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), will host the first Dubai Learning Summit, a landmark gathering of global educators, school leaders, and innovators committed to shaping the future of learning. The event reflects Dubai’s growing position as a hub for international education and educational innovation.
The event will be held on February 7-8, 2026 at Dubai Schools Al Barsha, and will bring together education leaders from the region, accreditation experts, educators, policymakers, and thought leaders for two days of professional learning, collaboration, and forward-thinking dialogue designed to strengthen educational quality across international schools.
Held under the theme “Collaborating on Quality. Leading for Impact.”, aligns with the goals of Dubai’s Education 33 (E33) Strategy, which focuses on providing high-quality education for learners, and ensuring schools are agile and future-ready learning environments.
The summit contributes to KHDA’s game changer initiatives, notably Excel Anywhere, which focuses on raising education quality in Dubai private schools by empowering school leaders, strengthening self-evaluation, and driving continuous improvement. It also supports the All Rise initiative, reinforcing teachers’ role as key partners in shaping high-quality learning experiences.
Her Excellency Aisha Miran, Director General of KHDA said: “Hosting the Dubai Learning Summit 2026 reflects our commitment to building a learner-centred education ecosystem that keeps pace with global change. The summit brings our vision to life by supporting private schools in delivering high-quality education and adopting international best practices. It also highlights the strength of our collaboration with global partners in advancing Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy, and amplifying the impact of our initiatives, which focus on empowering students with future-ready skills, strengthening educational leadership, and continuously raising education quality in line with global standards.”
Cam Staples, President of NEASC added: "We are delighted to partner with KHDA and deliver the Dubai Learning Summit. The UAE is one of our largest memberships on our Commission for International Education as we accredit nearly 70 schools. NEASC is proud to partner with KHDA and deliver the rich professional learning that will be on offer at the Summit and to contribute to the educational quality that is already part of the educational landscape in Dubai."
The summit will feature interactive workshops, strategic panel discussions, educator roundtables, and globally-recognised facilitators exploring innovative pedagogies and future-ready learning. The sessions will also cover AI, data, and digital transformation in education, leadership for continuous school improvement, and student voice, wellbeing, and inclusion.