Ostaz, a leading learning platform in the MENA region, has partnered with Aldar Education, a leading education group in Abu Dhabi, to bring private tutoring services and after-school support to students in the UAE capital.
According to a press release, the partnership was initiated by Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, as part of its efforts to support startup founders with business development opportunities through its network of leading corporate and government partners in Abu Dhabi.
As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, Aldar Education provides inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. It offers a range of brands for all learners in the community, from nursery to adult education. Aldar Education offers the broadest choice of curricula in the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi. The company owns some schools and manages some, all providing the highest quality of learning styles, facilities, and care for the students, teachers, and staff.
Commenting on the partnership, Audrey Nakad, CEO of Ostaz, said,
We are proud to be joining forces with Aldar Education to help students grow and achieve their academic goals. The possibilities for online tutoring are boundless, and by working closely with one of the most prominent education groups in the region, we are making sure that education is accessible and that students are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge to succeed.
As part of the partnership agreement, students from Aldar Education’s 28 operated and managed schools will be able to access tailored, private tutoring services dedicated to addressing specific academic needs and learning objectives, according to a statement.
Andrew Turner, Group Head of Education Technology at Aldar Education, said,
All schools within Aldar Education support unique and diverse learning communities with bespoke characteristics. Providing personalised learning experiences and support mechanisms is vital to unlocking each student’s unique skills, talents, and life aspirations. We are excited about our partnership with Ostaz as they will enable us to extend the support that we can offer to our school communities beyond the hours of the normal school day. They will be able to deliver an adaptable, accessible and personalised learning support solution that will complement the outstanding teaching and learning that Aldar Education prides itself on. As we continue to expand and innovate, we will continue to introduce dynamic and cutting-edge educational services to our parents and students, through unique partners such as Ostaz and Hub71.
Ostaz offers premium private tutoring services for all school subjects, prep tests, languages, college applications counseling, and soft skills, delivered by highly-qualified tutors who have been trained to provide consistent results that cater to students’ diverse learning needs and styles. The company has provided 90,000 tutoring hours to more than 60,000 students across the MENA region through the support of over 1,000 subject matter experts and has partnered with leading educational institutes, including the American University of Dubai, American University of Beirut, and the University of Sharjah in the UAE, and Taaleem and Elite Schools across the region.
