Jun 12, 2017, 7:32 PM
[from Gulf Business] Up to 30 percent of private schools in Saudi Arabia may have to close as a consequence of the Tadaruj system, which prevents the registration of any school that operates in a building not originally constructed for a school. All private and international schools must start registering in the system by July 2 through certified engineering offices.
The country's education ministry issued new rules about a year ago requiring private schools to stop operating in rented buildings and move to buildings more suitable for education within two academic years. In March, after a backlash, the ministry modified the order so that schools can operate in rented premises but only if they follow all safety and security procedures and have a plan to renovate and develop the space.
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