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Last updated · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology
DEWA Academy is a specialized educational institution located in Al Hudaiba, Dubai. The school operates under the Ministry of Education curriculum combined with BTEC qualifications, offering students a unique pathway that blends academic foundations with vocational training.
The academy provides technical and professional education programs designed to prepare students for careers in the energy and utilities sector. This specialized focus aligns with the school's connection to Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, giving students exposure to industry-relevant skills and knowledge.
Students at DEWA Academy follow a structured program that combines UAE national curriculum requirements with internationally recognized BTEC certifications. This dual approach allows graduates to pursue higher education opportunities or enter the workforce with practical qualifications valued by employers in technical fields.
The Al Hudaiba campus serves families from surrounding Dubai neighborhoods including Jumeirah, Satwa, and Bur Dubai. The school's central location provides convenient access for students across the city who are interested in pursuing technical education pathways.
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KHDA rated DEWA Academy "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its third consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 3 times since 2021-2022.
DEWA Academy, a boys' vocational school for Emirati students following MoE curriculum with BTEC engineering, is rated good overall. Students achieve good progress and attainment in most subjects with very good BTEC engineering progress, though Arabic remains acceptable. Leadership is good, but self-evaluation lacks rigour and needs closer alignment between MoE and BTEC provision.
Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–21), inspected 12 to 16 February 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 27 performance indicators rated in both reports, 2 improved, 0 declined and 25 kept the same rating.
Of the 3 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 3 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 1 show an improvement, 2 no change yet.
Mathematics — Attainment (Cycle 3): Acceptable → Good
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2023-2024
2 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
| Indicator | Phase | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment | Cycle 3 | N/A | N/A |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress | Cycle 3 | N/A | N/A |
| English — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| English — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Science — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Science — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| BTEC Engineering — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| BTEC Engineering — Progress | Cycle 3 | Very good | Very good |
| Learning skills | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Students' personal and social development, and their innovation skills | |||
| Personal development | Cycle 3 | Very good | Very good |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Cycle 3 | Very good | Very good |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Cycle 3 | Very good | Very good |
| Teaching and assessment | |||
| Teaching for effective learning | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Assessment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Curriculum | |||
| Curriculum design and implementation | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Curriculum adaptation | Cycle 3 | Very good | Very good |
| The protection, care, guidance and support of students | |||
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Cycle 3 | Very good | Very good |
| Care and support | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Good |
| Inclusion of students of determination | |||
| Provision and outcomes for students of determination | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Leadership and management | |||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | Good | Good |
| School self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Parents and the community | Whole school | Very good | Very good |
| Governance | Whole school | Very good | Very good |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | Very good | Very good |
DEWA Academy is a good school where Emirati boys thrive under capable leadership delivering an ambitious BTEC engineering curriculum with strong facilities. All students achieve a full extended diploma, progressing to higher education or DEWA employment. Attainment in Arabic and mathematics is acceptable, and self-evaluation lacks accuracy.
Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 2–20), inspected 06 to 10 March 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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