Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, has launched a comprehensive Back-to-School Support Program designed to strengthen AI-powered learning, enhance teacher training, and upgrade digital infrastructure across schools in the UAE.
Driving Digital Transformation with AI and Technology
The initiative is part of Alef Education’s broader mission to advance technology integration in classrooms, preparing students, teachers, and schools for the 2025/26 academic year. By focusing on AI-powered learning solutions, teacher empowerment, and improved connectivity, the program supports the UAE’s vision of building a future-ready education system.
Empowering Teachers Through Training, Technology, and Professional Development
In partnership with the Ministry of Education, Alef Education conducted specialised seminars, training 200 educators in areas such as technology integration and emotional intelligence.
- Over 9,000 teachers and 600 school leaders joined virtual sessions in both Arabic and English.
- An orientation webinar for 1,000 private school educators was held on 23 August 2025, offering practical guidance to help teachers prepare for the new academic year.
Geoffrey Alphonso, CEO of Alef Education, said:
“Our commitment to improving learning outcomes not only involves offering innovative solutions but also empowering educators with ongoing support and professional development and enabling schools to strengthen their digital infrastructure. The initiatives we launched were designed to empower teachers with the skills and tools needed to utilize technology effectively, creating a rich and engaging environment for students. This aligns closely with the national strategy to build a knowledge-driven economy by integrating AI into education.”
Enhancing Learning Through Digital Content & Tools
To improve student engagement, Alef Education introduced 50 new worksheets and 17 new eBooks on its Abjadiyat platform. The company also distributed 20,000 laptops, headsets, and mice to students in Cycles 2 and 3, ensuring equitable access to digital learning tools.
Upgrading School Infrastructure Across Abu Dhabi
Alef Education is also investing in school infrastructure upgrades:
- Installed 4,800 new access points to improve platform navigation and connectivity.
- Upgraded Wi-Fi technology to 6E in 152 Cycle 2 & 3 schools across Abu Dhabi Emirate, delivering advanced internet speeds and reliability.
Expanding Pathways Program to Boost Personalised Learning in UAE Schools
In parallel, Alef Education expanded its Pathways program across all school cycles, reinforcing its commitment to personalised and skills-based learning. These back-to-school initiatives reflect Alef Education’s role in reshaping the UAE’s educational landscape and driving innovation through AI-powered, personalised education solutions.
About Alef Education
Founded in 2016, Alef Education (ALEFEDT on the Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange) is an award-winning AI-powered learning solutions provider that is redefining the educational experience for K-12 students. The Company has established a strong presence in the education technology sector, operating in approximately 14,000 schools across the UAE, Indonesia and Morocco. Its flagship AI-integrated Alef Platform offers personalised learning experiences to more than 1.5 million registered students, enabling them to work at their own pace and reach their full potential anytime, anywhere. With a 100% penetration rate in Cycle 2 (Grades 5-8) and Cycle 3 (Grades 9-12), Alef Education has a proven track record of improving student engagement and achievement. The award-winning Alef Platform provides AI-powered learning and teaching solutions that use real-time data to drive improvements across the education system. Alef Pathways is a student-centred, self-paced supplemental math program. Abjadiyat is an Arabic language learning platform that provides engaging and interactive content from kindergarten to Grade 4. Arabits is a complete Arabic learning system for non-native speakers that helps students of all ages learn, practice, and improve their Arabic language skills using AI.
Alongside supporting students throughout their educational journey, Alef Education supports over 65,000 educators with tools that enrich instruction and enable high-impact interventions to improve student learning outcomes. Alef Education promotes engagement, achievement and equity in learning, preparing students for success in an ever-evolving world.
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