Chrysalis International Academy breaks ground in Dubailand, setting new standards for British curriculum education in Dubai

In a landmark development for Dubai’s educational sector, Chrysalis International Academy has officially broken ground in Dubailand, marking the third educational initiative by Nalapad Investments and MVK Holdings. Scheduled to open in September 2027, the academy aims to set new benchmarks in British curriculum education, aligning with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority’s (KHDA) vision to establish Dubai as a global hub for education, innovation, and lifelong learning. The project caters to the growing demand for quality education in the rapidly expanding residential communities of Dubailand and Liwan. The groundbreaking ceremony, held at the Liwan site, was attended by Abdulla Khalifa Belhoul, CEO of TECOM Group, alongside government officials, education leaders, investors, and families. Abdulla Nalapad Ahmed, Managing Director of Nalapad Investments, emphasized the academy’s mission to empower students academically while fostering them into compassionate global citizens. The academy will offer a comprehensive British educational pathway from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13, enriched with STEAM education, Arabic and Islamic Studies, and pathways to IGCSE and A-Levels. The campus, designed with sustainability and student well-being at its core, will feature state-of-the-art facilities including temperature-controlled swimming pools, interactive learning spaces, and specialist areas such as innovation hubs and STEAM labs. Chrysalis International Academy represents a forward-thinking investment in Dubai’s youth, integrating emotional well-being, inclusivity, and cutting-edge design into every aspect of learning.