Ras al khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Department of Knowledge (RAKDOK) announced progress across the majority of schools in the Emirate in the first phase of private school quality evaluations for 2026, with five schools moving from 'acceptable' to 'good', two schools improving from 'good' to 'very good' and one school advancing from 'very good' to 'outstanding'.
According to Emirates News Agency, RAK Academy Al Hamra campus has achieved 'outstanding' status, a landmark success that represents a milestone moment for education in the Emirate and reflects years of dedication, innovation, and sustained improvement. Other notable successes include The International School of Choueifat and GEMS Westminster advancing to 'very good' status from a previous 'good'. Meanwhile, the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Charitable School, branches 2, 3, and 4, as well as the Indian Public High School and St. Mary Private High School, have all moved from 'acceptable' to 'good'.
These results, where the vast majority of schools have improved their ratings, reflect the steady progress of Ras Al Khaimah's education sector, underpinned by clear standards, rigorous evaluation, and a shared commitment to excellence. Schools are strengthening leadership, raising curriculum quality, and embedding continuous improvement, with tangible gains in student outcomes.
The results are also testament to the relentless efforts of school leaders, teachers, non-teaching staff, parents, and the wider school community. The strong upward trend highlights the Emirate's determination to deliver world-class learning environments that prepare students to thrive in a fast-evolving world.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al Shayeb Al Naqbi, RAKDOK Board Member, commented on the ratings, emphasizing their significance for education in Ras Al Khaimah. He highlighted the dedication of school leaders, teachers, and students, along with a collective commitment to raising standards across every classroom. Dr. Steven Reissig, Executive Director of RAKDOK, also noted the improvement of 10 private schools as a significant achievement, reflecting the Department's commitment to enhancing education quality across the Emirate.
There are currently 34 private schools in Ras Al Khaimah licensed and regulated by RAKDOK. In 2026, the Government of Ras Al Khaimah decided to outsource all quality evaluations of private schools to the international company Etio Global, ensuring independent assessment. These evaluations are conducted using the unified UAE School Inspection Framework, aligning with national standards and ensuring consistency with inspection practices across all Emirates.
Quality evaluations for 2026 are being conducted in Term 2 of each school's curriculum. During January and February 2026, 23 private schools offering various curricula underwent their independent quality evaluations. Schools offering the Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladesh curricula will receive their evaluations between September and November 2026.
RAKDOK's strategic and focused approach continues to drive improvements in quality, regulatory compliance, participation, and student outcomes. The positive outcomes of the 2026 quality evaluations underscore the success of the Government's strategic vision for education. The Emirate continues to experience growth in enrolments across private schools, alongside strong demand from reputable operators seeking to establish new schools in Ras Al Khaimah.
RAKDOK is the educational regulator for 34 private schools with more than 35,000 students, offering nine different curricula. Ras Al Khaimah Department of Knowledge extends its congratulations to all schools for their achievements and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to ensuring every child in the Emirate has access to high-quality education.