As the UAE’s education sector prepares for an extended period of home learning amid coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, more schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have cut tuition fees.
Since last month, teachers all over the UAE have conducted e-learning classes to alleviate the spread of the disease. This has led to some parents demanding a reduction of fees—pushing schools to offer discounts and lower the tuition fees for next year.
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According to a report by The National, Repton and Nord Anglia School in Dubai, as well as British School Al Khubairat (Bsak) in Abu Dhabi have cut their fees by 15 percent.
Taaleem, which has 13 schools across the country, had offered 20 to 25 percent discount for the third school term. Abu Dhabi’s largest school group, Aldar Education, has also announced a 20 percent discount term three to those studying at Aldar Academies and Cranleigh Abu Dhabi.
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The report added that the school group will also raise Dhs8 million for families who cannot afford the fees for the third school term—provided they pass the eligibility tests. The group will also offer families payment plans, re-enrollment packages, and application fee waivers.
