The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched its first Regional Office (RO) and Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Dubai, marking a major step in expanding Indian education outside of India. This strategic move is designed to enhance educational services for Indian students in the UAE.
Located at the Consulate General of India in Dubai, the office officially began operations on July 2, 2024. The launch was celebrated on Teachers’ Day with an orientation session attended by CBSE officials, representatives from the Indian Mission in Dubai, and principals from 78 schools across Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The session outlined the key goals of the office, including fostering outcome-based learning, introducing competency-based assessments, and promoting a holistic educational approach.
The establishment of this office follows an announcement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the UAE in February 2024. The CBSE Dubai office will play a pivotal role in managing examinations in the region. At the same time, the Centre of Excellence will focus on teacher training, equipping educators with cutting-edge skills aligned with global teaching trends.
The new CBSE Regional Office will also introduce innovative learning methods, including art-integrated education, health education, and the inclusion of new skill-based subjects that meet the demands of a rapidly evolving educational landscape.
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In his address, Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India in Dubai, emphasised the significance of the new office, noting that the Centre of Excellence will empower teachers and enhance the overall learning experience for students in the UAE.
The establishment of the CBSE office in Dubai is a milestone in the ongoing development of Indian education abroad, providing critical support for students, educators, and parents while advancing the CBSE’s mission to deliver high-quality education globally.
