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Executive Council Resolution No. (35) of 2020 Regulating Early Childhood Education Centres (as amended by ECR 26/2023), with KHDA Administrative Resolutions 13, 30, 31, 35, 39, 43 and 48 of 2026 and 48 of 2025 is one of the rulebooks issued by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Dubai. For compliance officers, legal teams, and advisors working under this regime, finding the right article quickly matters. Lexara indexes the full text of KHDA Early Childhood Centres and makes it searchable two ways: full-text and keyword search for rapid lookup, and AI Explorer for natural-language questions answered with citations to the exact article.
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Administrative Resolution 13/2026 Arts 1-3Quality framework
All authorized persons must follow the KHDA-approved Quality Framework for Early Childhood Care, regularly reviewed and updated by the Education Quality Assurance Agency.
Administrative Resolution 30/2026 Arts 2-4Enrolment approval
Children can only be enrolled after KHDA approval, requiring documentation and adherence to age rules, with severe penalties for violations.
Administrative Resolution 39/2026 Arts 2-5 (18 Jun 2026)Centre names
Early childhood centers must ensure their names do not duplicate or mislead, use approved names, and notify parents of any changes.
Administrative Resolution 43/2026 Arts 2-4Premises requirements
KHDA's approved guide outlines premises requirements for early childhood centres and private schools, reviewed with relevant government entities.
Administrative Resolution 48/2025 Arts 3-7Teaching of Arabic
Educational institutions must teach Arabic to children of all ages with qualified teachers and maintain communication with parents about progress.
Administrative Resolution 48/2026 Arts 2-4Cessation of the Activity
Applications to cease operations must be submitted 4 months in advance, including a transfer plan and proof of claims settlement, with KHDA approval required.
ECR 35/2020 Art 13(20)Records
Early childhood centres must maintain records of children, staff, and finances for prescribed periods, linked to designated systems, or face fines.
ECR 35/2020 Art 13(22),(27), Res 35/2026 Art 2(a)(7),(9)Parent contracts and website
Early Childhood Centres must create approved parent contracts and maintain an up-to-date website with key information, facing fines for non-compliance.
ECR 35/2020 Art 18; Administrative Resolution 31/2026 Art 2Curriculum
Centers must implement KHDA-approved curricula that respect UAE identity and Islamic principles, aligning with national standards and including Arabic.
ECR 35/2020 Art 27 and Schedule; Administrative Resolution 35/2026 Arts 2-3Penalties
Fines from AED 5,000 to AED 100,000 apply for violations in early childhood centers, with potential suspension of permits or enrollment for repeats.
ECR 35/2020 Art 29Grievances
Affected parties can submit grievances against decisions to the Director General within 30 days, with a committee providing a final, reasoned decision.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 2, 5 (Art 2 as replaced by ECR 26/2023)Scope and authorisation
No one may conduct care and education activities for children without licensing from the KHDA, including in free zones and special development zones.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 6-10Initial approval and Permit
Early Childhood Centre applicants must obtain Initial Approval, ensuring character fitness and academic plans, with a valid transferable Permit requiring compliance and renewability every year.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 11-12Assignment and cessation
Permits cannot be assigned without KHDA approval, and Centres require approval to cease operations.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 13(1)-(7),(10)-(15),(19),(24)-(31), 15-16, 19Obligations: operations
Early childhood centres must comply with permit terms, protect children, implement approved curricula, inform parents, conduct enrolment per KHDA procedures, and develop staff proficiency.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 13(8),(9),(16)-(18),(21),(23), 14, 17(2), 20, 30Obligations: prior KHDA approvals
Early Childhood Centres must obtain prior KHDA approval for changes in name, address, ownership, curriculum, fees, facilities, advertising, programs, and member appointments.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 15-17, 24Professional Cadre
Operators of early childhood centres must meet KHDA approval requirements, ensuring qualified staff and compliance with local legislation.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 21-23, 13(26)Children's affairs and protection
Early Childhood Centres must implement approved policies on children's affairs, safety, and transportation, reporting any violations to KHDA and relevant authorities.
ECR 35/2020 Arts 25, 28Inspection and quality assessment
KHDA can audit early childhood centres at any time for quality compliance, publish results, and its officers may access records during inspections.
Policy on Arabic Language Provision in Early Childhood EducationArabic language policy details
Early Childhood Centres must implement Arabic language provisions, including teacher ratios and curriculum evidence, starting from 2025 for certain age groups.
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What is Executive Council Resolution No. (35) of 2020 Regulating Early Childhood Education Centres (as amended by ECR 26/2023), with KHDA Administrative Resolutions 13, 30, 31, 35, 39, 43 and 48 of 2026 and 48 of 2025?
Executive Council Resolution No. (35) of 2020 Regulating Early Childhood Education Centres (as amended by ECR 26/2023), with KHDA Administrative Resolutions 13, 30, 31, 35, 39, 43 and 48 of 2026 and 48 of 2025 is issued by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Dubai. It has 20 articles across 1 chapters.
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