Taaleem Holdings has secured two strategic financing deals with Emirates Islamic, amounting to AED 968 million, aimed at driving its growth and expansion across the region.
The first facility, valued at AED 730 million, will enable Taaleem Holdings to acquire a controlling stake in Kids First Group, according to a company statement.
Kids First Group manages 34 premium nurseries across the UAE and Qatar, enhancing the DFM-listed company’s footprint in early childhood education.
The second facility, worth AED 238 million, will support the development of a new, cutting-edge school under the Harrow brand.
Through this agreement, Taaleem Holdings will gain exclusive rights to operate Harrow Schools across the GCC, marking its entry into the super-premium education sector.
Alan Williamson, CEO of Taaleem Holdings, stated: “With the momentum of our acquisitions and new school developments, we are amplifying our impact across the UAE and GCC, shaping and creating opportunities for generations to come.”
Mohammad Kamran Wajid, Deputy CEO of Emirates Islamic, added: “Education is a key driver of economic growth and global competitiveness. Taaleem is setting new standards in super-premium and
