Dubai recently introduced a learner passport for all newborns. The aim launching of this passport is that every child could get the best and proper education. This was launched by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and falls under Education Strategy 2033. With this passport, every child will be able to get the education that he/she deserves.
What is the Learner’s Passport?
The Learner’s Passport is a type of passport that will track your child’s education system. When a child is born, at the same time or on the same day, this passport will issued. This passport will help to monitor your child’s progress and make sure they are enrolled in school or getting the right education at the right age.
According to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), the learner passport will track everything from registration, and enrollment to the process of starting studies, said Director General Miran Aisha. All expenses for your child’s education will be covered by the UAE government.
Supporting Parents with Informed Decisions
Learner Passport will also be helpful for parents as once a child joins the system, parents can get and keep track of all the details about their child’s school. Hence, the passport has made it easier for parents who were worried about their children’s education in these difficult times.
Aisha Miran said that most children in the UAE are not getting their childhood education as they should and this is affecting the development of our children. However, she said, according to science and research, 95% of a child’s brain development takes place between birth and the early age of five. Therefore, this passport will support the development of education for all newborns.
Learner Passport: A Part of Education Strategy Plan 2033
The Learner Passport is a part of the Education Plan also, it is designed for the 2033 Education Strategy. These strategies include:
- Strengthen the use of Arabic in all schools.
- Improve the quality of teaching and try to make it more successful.
- Introducing a new way of education for students.
- Involving parents as partners in their children’s education.
An Important Note:
Most people consider this passport as nationality but it is a misconception. So remember, this is an ordinary passport that will be issued only for education purposes for children in UAE.
Summary
Learner passports are issued for the UAE children’s education system. All educational expenses will be paid by the UAE government. As well as this passport cannot be used for purposes other than education. However, Director General of Human Development Authority (KHDA) Ayesha Miran said that this passport will also help in the development of your child.
Frequently Asked Questions About Learner Passport in UAE (FAQ’s)
Who is eligible for a Learner Passport?
All newborns in the UAE are eligible for learner passports. However, if your child is a newborn, this passport you can get.
What is the goal of the Learner Passport?
The main goal of this passport is to provide education for all Emirati children for their development. Also, it is developed for the growth of child success.
Is a learner’s passport ordinary or not?
Yes, it is an ordinary passport, also not used for nationality.
Do we consider the learner’s passport as a nationality?
No, the passport is not considered as a nationality. It is only for newborns’ education purposes.
