KHDA Inspection Report 2024 - VERY GOOD
Following our latest KHDA school inspection in February 2024, Dubai Heights Academy is proud to announce the inspection result of 'very good' with several outstanding features.
Some of the highlights from the 2024 report include:
- Very strong academic achievement with excellent teaching regularly seen in all phases of the school.
- Students’ exceptionally strong personal development.
- Robust and highly accurate approaches to school self-evaluation and improvement planning implemented by highly capable leaders supported and challenged by excellent governance.
- A united and dedicated staff across all parts of the school ensure outstanding day-to-day management, establishing a safe, welcoming, and happy community in this very well resourced school.
- Excellent inclusive education practices and very strong care, guidance. and support, leading to outstanding levels of well-being across the community.
We are delighted for the recognition that our most outstanding feature is our wellbeing provision.
"Due to the unwavering commitment of school leaders, the school's outstanding vision for wellbeing has become a cornerstone of its culture. Members of staff, benefit from comprehensive training and support, and feel both appreciated and highly valued. This fosters a robust capability to not only maintain but also expand this nurturing environment."
Our Board of Governors also expressed their delight at our inspection result.
"We are very proud of all students, staff and stakeholders involved in obtaining this fantastic result, we look forward to improving on the focus areas raised by the KHDA and exceeding our current rating in the future."
- Marc Ferreira, GM of Finance, Seven Tides
"The inspection report is a snapshot and recognises what a great school DHA is every day, day in, day out! I am looking forward to continuing to work with Alison, Rob, the senior leadership team & the Board to drive the strategic development of the school and build on what we have today."
- Jonathan Price, Former Principal / International Schools Director, Eteach
"I express immense pride in the achievement of our school in the latest KHDA inspection, attaining a very good rating. This achievement reflects the dedication and commitment of our entire school community and is a testament to the high standards of education we uphold. I couldn't be prouder of the hard work and perseverance demonstrated by our students, teachers, and staff. This accomplishment is a reflection of collective efforts in creating a nurturing and conducive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. Together, we will continue to inspire and empower our students to reach their full potential and make a positive impact on the world."
- Ruba Awwad, Senior Academic Support Specialist, Ministry of Education
Read the full report here