Is it KHDA?

School start and finish times

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Schools can determine their own daily start and finish times. Starting and finishing DATES are regulated and must adhere to an approved academic calendar. Academic calendars are published in advance and can be found on the KHDA website or on your school's website.

Payment terms of tuition fees

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Tuition fees and payment terms are regulated. Schools must give parents the choice to pay the annual tuition fee in a minimum of three payments in one academic year, though some schools may choose to allow parents to make more payments in smaller instalments. For more details search 'School Fees Framework' on the KHDA website.

The volume of music played at sports day.

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Schools can choose to play any type of music at any event, even Taylor Swift.

Employing teachers at private schools

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Private schools in Dubai are responsible for their own teacher and staff recruitment. Regulations are in place to ensure that teachers are appropriately qualified and meet the standards for teacher registration in the UAE. The appointment of the school principal must be approved by KHDA.

The type and style of uniform

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Schools can decide on the type and style of uniform their students wear, or even whether to wear any uniform at all. No Crocs though, even at home.