Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) unveiled “Rayah”, a new digital platform designed to place parents at the center of their children’s education. The launch was announced during ADEK’s participation at the 45th edition of GITEX Global, taking place 13-17 October at Dubai World Trade Centre.

Presented at the Abu Dhabi Government pavilion in the presence of senior officials, the debut of Rayah reflects ADEK’s drive to enhance the parent experience in education, shifting from passive updates to personalized, real-time engagement that helps every child thrive in a future-ready learning ecosystem.

A First-of-Its-Kind Hub for Parents

Rayah redefines how parents engage with education in Abu Dhabi, through a single, integrated and smart gateway that empowers families with access and a trusted resource to educational insights and opportunities to actively support their children’s learning, growth and holistic development.

With Rayah, parents can:

  • Track attendance, grades, and school performance in real time for instant visibility into academic progress. Receive early alerts when attendance drops or performance changes to act before they affect learning outcomes.
  • Monitor and compare progress with real time access to standardized assessments, results, and achievements in one platform. Benchmark performance across Abu Dhabi by region, curriculum, and school fee category to understand progress and guide improvement.
  • Make informed school choices using trusted performance reports that include ADEK policy compliance, Irtiqaa outcomes, and the National Identity Mark, providing a clear view of school quality for smarter decisions.
  • Receive timely notifications linking families to school calendars and key events, strengthening collaboration and building a more connected education community.
  • Access child development and parenting resources, plus family learning activities that enhance home–school collaboration and encourage balanced growth.
  • Explore family-oriented activities, educational events, cultural programs, and exclusive offers that extend the value of education into daily life.

Smarter, Personalized Support for Every Child

Rayah doesn’t just inform, it adapts. The platform analyzes each child’s learning profile to offer actionable recommendations tailored to their progress. By simplifying complex data into clear, parent-friendly insights, Rayah empowers families to make informed decisions and support learning at every stage.

“Rayah is built on a simple idea: when parents are informed and empowered, children succeed,” said Marwan Othman, Acting Support Services Sector Executive Director. “We’ve designed a platform that takes the stress out of navigating schools and academic data, and turns it into a supportive, personalized experience for every family.”

Parents can download Rayah via the App Store, Google Play, or visit www.rayah.ae to start using the platform today.

About Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK)

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is the Education Sector regulator across the Emirate. It oversees and provides services throughout a learner’s journey from early education to university and beyond. It also champions inclusivity for People of Determination in the mainstream schooling system and by providing specialized schools.

Across Early Childhood and K-12, ADEK licenses and regulates nurseries and private schools in Abu Dhabi while also legislating, mandating, and managing its own Charter Schools and 2 schools for People of Determination.

ADEK also annually provides distinguished Abu Dhabi students with full scholarships and support to study at the best universities around the world. In addition, the Department audits and enhances the delivery of Higher Education in Abu Dhabi, attracting Higher Education Institutions to open the required programs or schools that serve Abu Dhabi’s needs while championing a student and faculty-friendly ecosystem in the Emirate.

With a vision to Empower Education. Empower Minds. Empower the Future, ADEK recognizes that every learner is different, and a diversity of teaching methods are essential for students to succeed. To that effect, ADEK partners with stakeholders to enable a great education system to flourish in Abu Dhabi and nurture future-ready graduates who have the 21st century skills required to sustain and carry forward Abu Dhabi’s vision.