School Talk: UAE
Welcome to "School Talk: UAE," your go-to podcast for all things education in the United Arab Emirates.
Join us as we sit down with teachers, experts, and parents to explore schools across the UAE.
Each episode provides valuable insights and perspectives from those directly involved in shaping the educational experience.
Whether you're a parent, an educator, or simply curious about the state of education in the UAE, "School Talk: UAE" is your window into the dynamic world of learning in this region.
Podcasting since 2024 • 69 episodes
School Talk: UAE
Latest Episodes
The Rise of Early Childhood Education in Dubai
Before a child ever walks into primary school, most of their brain development has already happened. That single fact powers a rapid rise in Dubai’s early childhood centres, and we dive into what that means for families trying to choose the rig...
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Episode 70
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10:37
The Price of Education: School Fees in Dubai Explained
Dubai School Fees. We unpack how Dubai’s KHDA sets the 2.35% education cost index for 2025–2026, what’s inside the official framework, and why the pause on most inspections changes the usual link between performance and price. Along the way, we...
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Episode 67
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8:56
Why Dubai Is Opening More Schools Than Ever
A city adds more than 11,000 school seats in one year and sets a goal for 100 new schools by 2033—so what happens next? We dive into Dubai’s education surge with clear numbers, lived experience, and the strategic lens of Education 33 to underst...
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Episode 66
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10:22
International Community Schools: Communities Where Students Thrive
"Belonging is the heart of education." These powerful words from Mariam Shamma capture the essence of what makes International Community Schools - Abu Dhabi so special. In this revealing conversation, Mariam takes us from ICS's humble beginning...
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39:45
DASSA and JESS: Driving School Sport in Dubai
Roger Nicholson takes us behind the scenes of school sports in Dubai, revealing how a volunteer-led organisation has created one of the most unique sporting ecosystems in international education. As both PE teacher at JESS and chair of the Duba...
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Episode 65
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36:54
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