Parliament will debate a landmark government-drafted bill to regulate private educational institutions, with an aim to improve governance and enhance educational quality.
The 36-article draft law replaces the long-standing 1998 law governing private education and training institutions.
It introduces new standards for licensing, management, financial supervision and accountability, as well as updated penalties and incentives to promote excellence and transparency.
The proposed law was referred to Parliament’s services committee, which, after consultations with the Education Ministry and representatives of leading private schools, has recommended its approval, in principle.
Committee chairman MP Mamdooh Al Saleh described the legislation as ‘a long-overdue and forward-looking reform’ that reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring quality and accountability in all educational sectors.
“This law represents a new era in Bahrain’s private education landscape,” Mr Al Saleh said. “It establishes a balanced framework that both protects students and parents and encourages responsible private investment in education.”
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