This service enables private schools to seek approval for appointing a qualified individual to the role of school principal.

Private Schools

AED 5,000

10 working days
The processing period of 10 working days begins once KHDA has received all required documents.

1. Advertisement: A copy of the original advertisement (if available).
2. Job description: The responsibilities and specifications of the position. 
3. Curriculum Vitae: The candidate’s CV or the completed application form.
4. Nomination Letter: A letter written by the candidate to apply for the principal position.
5. Recommendations: Two reference letters received by the school owner, one of which must be issued by the candidate’s most recent employer.
6. Curriculum Vitae: The CVs of the interview panel members, including the educational expert(s) responsible for the appointment decision.
7. Academic Qualifications: Electronic copies of the candidate’s attested academic qualifications.
8. Passport and Residency: A copy of the candidate’s valid passport and residency page.
9. Good Conduct Certificate: A certificate of good conduct from local and international authorities, in addition to certificates proving eligibility to work with children (if available).
10. Principal Appointment Checklist (PAC) Completed and signed. 

• The KHDA Educational Services Permit and the Commercial Licence must be valid at the time of submitting the application for this service.
• The nominated candidate for the position of school principal must be fully aware of the KHDA’s procedures for appointing a private school’s principal and that his appointment is not considered legal until he receives an appointment letter from the KHDA.
• The nominated candidate must possess the necessary competencies to hold the position of school principal, demonstrate good conduct, and have not been convicted of a criminal offence or misdemeanours.

• Apply via the KHDA portal, including all necessary documents.
• KHDA conducts a review. If needed, an interview is scheduled for the candidate.
• Once all the conditions are met, the service fee is paid.
• KHDA issues the Appointment Notice.
• The school’s Educational Services Permit is updated with the new principal’s information.