World Schools Summit 2025: Global Education Leaders Meet at Yasmina

Yasmina British Academy, part of the Aldar Education network, is proud to announce that it will host the World Schools Summit 2025, themed “Leadership for a Better World”. Organised by T4 Education, co-hosted by Aldar Education and Emirates Foundation and supported by CIFF, leading figures and delegates from around the world will convene at Yasmina British Academy on November 15-16 for the World Schools Summit 2025 to discuss the greatest challenges in global education.

The prestigious two-day summit will bring together some of the world’s most influential education ministers, leaders, innovators and policymakers to explore and actively engage in discussions on the future of learning and the role of leadership in driving global educational transformation. The event underscores the UAE’s steadfast commitment to education as a cornerstone of national progress and highlights Abu Dhabi’s role as a global hub for knowledge, innovation, and talent development. In addition, the summit will showcase the UAE’s ongoing efforts to strengthen national identity through education, emphasising the Arabic language, culture, and values, while ensuring that the curriculum remains globally competitive and future-ready.

“We are proud to witness this landmark event organised in Abu Dhabi, reaffirming the city’s position as a global hub for innovation and learning, and delighted to welcome it at Yasmina British Academy, one of our flagship schools that embodies academic excellence and innovation,” said Sahar Cooper, Chief Executive Officer of Aldar Education. “At a time when the global education landscape faces transformative changes, driven by AI and emerging technologies among other pressing topics, it is vital that we continue to share knowledge and best practices. The future of education will not be defined by systems alone, but by visionary individuals, innovative thinkers, and compassionate leaders who believe in the power of education for a better world. Abu Dhabi’s forward-looking leadership has placed education at the forefront of national development, empowering institutions like ours to nurture future-ready citizens, and it is our responsibility to inspire the next generation to lead.”

Vikas Pota, Founder of T4 Education and the World Schools Summit, added: “A better world is possible, but only if leaders from across the planet, from governments to businesses, NGOs, academia and tech, recognise that at the heart of all these crucial questions lies education. I am proud to be bringing these leaders together at the World Schools Summit at Yasmina British Academy, in partnership with Aldar Education and Emirates Foundation, and I invite participants from around the world to join us.”

Across two days, the summit will feature plenary sessions, debates, panels, student performances, and EdTech showcases focusing on the following key themes:

· “Leading from the Front”, with H.E. Ahmed Taleb Al Shamsi, CEO of Emirates Foundation, and Sahar Cooper, CEO of Aldar Education.

· “Hope for the Future”, showcasing youth and international development leaders from Kenya and Zimbabwe.

· “Leadership for a Better World: From Idea to Impact”, featuring winners of the Africa and Asia Education Medals.

· AI and Technology in Learning, exploring the rise of AI, digital innovation, and ethical governance in the classroom.

· Policy and Public-Private Partnerships, reimagining collaboration to scale innovation and impact across education systems.

· Mother Tongue matters: Strengthening mother tongue in bilingual schools through successful models amid digital revolution · To view the full programme click here

Renowned international speakers from The Brookings Institution, the World Economic Forum, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, and Microsoft Elevate will also join the dialogue. The event will conclude with a Ministerial Panel featuring education leaders from across continents. A key highlight of this year’s summit is the Global EdTech Prize Live Pitch and Awards, which will

recognise pioneering innovations in educational technology and their impact on inclusion, access, and student empowerment.

T4 Education, the UK-based organisation that celebrates and connects teachers and schools worldwide, will open the summit with a student performance from Yasmina British Academy, followed by welcome remarks from Vikas Pota, Founder and CEO of T4 Education (UK).

The summit will be hosted in Yasmina British Academy’s state-of-the-art, 650-seat auditorium, designed to West End specifications and equipped with a full orchestra pit, advanced sound system, and professional lighting. This premier facility has previously welcomed large-scale performances and high-profile events, including TEDx talks, as well as productions such as Shrek Junior and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

The sessions will be open to both media representatives and the general public, offering an opportunity to engage directly with global education leaders and innovators.