Save for your child’s education now to give them the future they dream
You are planning to set aside money for your child’s future, and want a long-term roadmap. Saving for children’s education plays a major part in long-term savings plans of UAE residents, perhaps every parent in the world. There are many options and you will need the guidance to choose the right one for your child.
Choose the Right Education Savings
There are several options when choosing your child’s education savings plan. With the high cost of international school education and then college, expenses can become overwhelming if you do not plan. Hence, the earlier you start saving for your child’s education, the better.
If you are an expat then challenges are bigger, and you might need professional help in planning to save for your child’s education. There are age-based options for higher education, fixed savings, as well as educational cover offered by insurance companies and banks. Moreover, National Bonds in UAE also offers a monthly saving plan in bonds for education.
Get help from a savings advisor who can plan your child’s education from KG to college according to your financial profile.
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FAQs
International school fees in Dubai range from approximately AED 20,000 to AED 90,000 per year, depending on the curriculum and school. A full 13 years of international schooling could cost AED 500,000 to AED 1.5 million. University fees abroad (UK, USA, Australia) add a further USD 40,000–100,000 per year. Starting a dedicated education savings plan early helps spread the cost and reduces financial pressure when fees are due.
The most effective approach is a dedicated, structured education savings plan or investment policy that grows your contributions over time. These plans often use internationally regulated investment platforms with diversified fund choices and can be tailored to your child's likely education start date. Pro Financial Solutions analyses your timeline and budget to recommend the most suitable plan for your family.
This depends on the specific plan structure chosen. Some plans allow partial withdrawals without penalty, while others are more restrictive to encourage long-term savings discipline. Your advisor will discuss flexibility options upfront so you choose a plan that balances growth potential with the access you may need.
Most international education savings plans structured for UAE expats are fully portable. You can continue contributing and the plan remains active regardless of where you relocate. This is an important feature Pro Financial Solutions always confirms when recommending a provider, ensuring your savings are not disrupted by a career or residency change.
Ideally, you should start as soon as your child is born, or even before. Starting early gives your money the longest possible time to grow through compound returns. A child born today who starts university in 18 years could benefit enormously from an early, consistent savings plan. Even starting when your child is 5–8 years old still allows meaningful growth. Pro Financial Solutions offers a free initial review to show you projections based on your child's current age.