Middle East EdTech Market: Digital Learning Adoption, Platform Innovation & Growth Outlook

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, Middle East edtech market size reached USD 12.3 Billion in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 27.3 Billion by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.25% during 2026-2034​.

How AI is Reshaping the Future of Middle East Edtech Market

• Personalized learning platforms powered by AI are booming across the region, letting students get tailored lessons that match their pace and style—companies like Alef Education in the UAE are rolling these out in thousands of classrooms, making education feel way more relevant and effective for diverse learners.
• Government schemes are pouring serious support into AI-driven tools, with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the National Strategy for Data and AI pushing initiatives like the Future Intelligence Program that trains thousands of students in machine learning and smart tech every year.
• Major partnerships between tech giants and local players are speeding things up—Core42 from G42 teamed up with AIREV to bring AI-powered skill-building platforms to students, showing how these collaborations are turning advanced tech into everyday classroom reality.

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Middle East Edtech Trends & Drivers:

The Middle East EdTech market has considerable growth potential, supported by governmental efforts and national strategies to build knowledge-based economies. Countries throughout the region place a high priority on investing in digital transformation in education, making investments in infrastructure, policy and curriculum, and technology integration. Expanding access to basic online tools, virtual classrooms and blended learning models appropriate for the jobs of the future, and fostering a culture of cross-sector collaboration led by the highest levels of government are critical to ushering in 21st century learning environments that focus on skills and innovation.

The region is home to an important, youthful and tech-savvy population. Most of the population is in younger age brackets, and locals are highly familiar with digital devices. This has created a demand for more casual and fun forms of education delivery. These demographics and attitudes lead to a focus on mobile-first tools, interactive content, and anytime-anywhere service, with platforms incorporating gamification, adaptive elements, and friendly design. Coupling these two trends creates a fertile ground for adoption and iterative innovation in K-12, higher education, and lifelong learning that evolves at high speed.

The Middle East EdTech sector is undergoing rapid digital transformation. New technologies, including artificial intelligence and mobile technology, are reshaping customary education practices. The increasing availability of the internet and smartphone devices is allowing for highly personalized, data-driven experiences that cater to individual student needs and learning paces. Technologies include adaptive tutoring systems (AI), customized learning pathways through machine learning, and mobile apps for on-the-go learning, all aimed at engaging, efficient learning interventions to address diverse educational needs, increase equity and access, and ease lifelong learning and professional development in East Africa.

Middle East Edtech Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Breakup by Sector:

• Preschool
• K-12
• Higher Education
• Others

Breakup by Type:

• Hardware
• Software
• Content

Breakup by Deployment Mode:

• Cloud-based
• On-premises

Breakup by End User:

• Individual Learners
• Institutes
• Enterprises

Breakup by Country:

• Saudi Arabia
• Turkey
• Israel
• United Arab Emirates
• Iran
• Iraq
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Oman
• Jordan
• Bahrain
• Others

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Recent News and Developments in Middle East Edtech Market

• January 2026: MBZUAI partners with AWS in a multi-year collaboration to advance AI research, skills development, and EdTech startup growth in the UAE, linking AI advancements directly to education and workforce training initiatives.
• December 2025: ADQ and the Gates Foundation launch a landmark AI-for-education partnership deploying responsible AI and EdTech solutions to strengthen early-grade literacy and numeracy, with a combined USD 40 million commitment targeting scalable impact.
• September 2025: UAE and Saudi Arabia accelerate AI integration in public schools by making artificial intelligence a required subject starting in the 2025–26 academic year, prompting private schools to rapidly adopt AI tools for personalized learning and operational efficiency.
• 2025: Adaptive learning platforms like Classera and Abwaab expand across Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and Iraq, using AI to deliver tailored learning experiences, adaptive assessments, and real-time progress analytics for enhanced student outcomes.
• 2025: Immersive AR/VR platforms gain traction in the region, with gamified apps and blockchain-based credentialing systems reshaping education delivery, supported by government investments in STEM-focused AR/VR labs in schools across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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