WHETHER YOU’RE A LONG-TIME RESIDENT OR NEW TO THE UAE, AND WHEREVER YOU ARE ON YOUR JOURNEY WITH YOUR CHILD, WE WILL UNDERSTAND YOUR SITUATION.
IF YOU'RE A LOCAL FAMILY...
You want the best education for your child and so do we; let us guide you to options that speak to your child’s potential, not their limitations.
IF YOU'RE AN EXPATRIATE FAMILY...
You may be coming from a country where support for children with additional needs looked different, and could use help figuring out next steps in a new landscape.
You might have a formal assessment in hand, or you might simply have a feeling that something isn't quite right. Both situations can feel overwhelming, and your concerns are valid.
NO MATTER YOUR SITUATION, PERHAPS YOU’RE FEELING:
-
Frustration when traditional education pathways seem limited
-
Anxiety about your child's education future and wellbeing
-
Confusion about education regulations, school policies and assessment processes
-
Isolation in advocating for your child's needs in an unfamiliar system
-
Concern about finding the right support for your child—not profit-driven recommendations
YOU'RE NOT ALONE. YOU'RE IN GOOD COMPANY, AND THERE IS A PATH FORWARD.
INDEPENDENT CHILD-CENTERED ADVOCACY YOU CAN TRUST
Bennett International has only one mission: figuring out the best-fit education for your child. Your family’s best interest always guides our recommendations, and we’re open about the partnerships we rely on to support your family's journey. We thrive when your family thrives. Here's what makes us different:
Global Expertise, Local Knowledge
30+ years of international education experience combined with deep understanding of UAE systems.
Independent Advocacy
No financial relationships with schools or therapy centers means our guidance is truly unbiased.
Child-Centered Approach
Every recommendation starts with understanding who your child is and what they need—it's not about fitting them into existing programs.
Education Professionals
Our consultants are former teachers and school administrators who understand learning environments from the inside.
Respect
We respect diverse values and priorities and work effectively with families of all backgrounds.
Global Network of Resources
Access to international solutions and alternative pathways that families often haven't considered.
OUR PROCESS
01
DISCOVERY CALL
We listen to your family's specific situation and help determine if and how Bennett can support your journey.
02
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT/INTAKE
Once our formal engagement begins, we conduct a thorough intake in order to understand your child's needs and your current challenges, so that we may create a tailored, personal roadmap.
03
INNOVATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING & PROFESSIONAL IMPLEMENTATION
Whether you just need a little professional guidance or someone to design and implement a new plan for your child’s education, we work alongside you, and with a global network of resources in our toolbox.
04
ONGOING PARTNERSHIP
Education is a journey. We provide continued support, transition planning, and long-term guidance as your child's needs evolve.
EXPERTS IN TRADITIONAL SOLUTIONS AND MORE
When conventional education routes feel limited, Bennett's global network opens doors to possibilities families often haven't considered:
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Specialized schools and programs worldwide for families open to global solutions.
PERSONALIZED PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Individualized education plans when standard options don’t fit: homeschooling or hybrid programs, specialized tutoring tailored to your child’s needs.
ACCOMMODATION STRATEGIES & LONG-RANGE PLANNING
Expert guidance in working with schools, specialists and providers, and other caregivers to develop appropriate support plans and modifications and create longer range plans for within the UAE or elsewhere.
3 LEVELS OF SUPPORT TO MEET YOUR FAMILY'S NEEDS
Every service is delivered with attentiveness to your family’s values and priorities; with understanding of your child’s uniqueness and the provisions made by local education authorities; and with a commitment to finding the right path forward for your child.
Pricing is disclosed during your discovery call.
YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE THE EXPERT. WE ARE.
Having spent years supporting corporate families relocating to the UAE, we kept encountering the same pattern: parents feeling completely overwhelmed as they tried to source appropriate support for their children with additional needs, sometimes in an unfamiliar system.
We realized that our global education expertise, combined with our deep local knowledge, positioned us perfectly to fill this gap. Every family deserves an advocate who truly understands both the local education system and the profound concern parents have for their children.
Whether you're concerned about your child’s academic performance, a different education environment, or simply wanting to ensure your child has the support they need to thrive, we're here to walk alongside you with the expertise, empathy, and problem-solving you deserve.
— Elizabeth Sawyer, CEO, Bennett International
WHY BENNETT?
Because we’re the ultimate education professionals and we’re time-tested.
When you choose Bennett International, founded in 1991, you're partnering with a company that has been in practice for more than three decades and is recognized internationally for the caliber and integrity of its education consulting services. We combine global and local knowledge, and we uphold the highest principles of education consulting. We are not employed by any school or schools group, and we are always transparent about our valued partnerships.. We pride ourselves on the quality of our consultant team and the depth of their expertise—whether it is in early or higher education or supporting students of determination. For 35 years, we have been effective in helping families identify the best-fit learning environment for their children, be it in their home location or elsewhere, and we believe you will appreciate working with us.
Our approach is guided by six unwavering principles: empathy, to experience with you your family's unique situation, civility in every interaction, listening carefully in order to understand what you need most, a fundamental belief in the transformative power of education, creative problem-solving when challenges seem insurmountable, and expert guidance through unfamiliar terrain.
What sets us apart is not just our experience, but our connectedness to schools, education professionals, specialists, tutors, and alternative programs worldwide—decades of trusted relationships that open doors and create possibilities for your child that simply wouldn't exist otherwise.
FAMILIES WE'VE HELPED FIND THEIR WAY
EXPATRIATE FAMILY, DUBAI
Our consultant was so considerate, understanding, and helpful. She was the highlight of our relocation and made what could have been the most stressful activity one of the easiest. We are so pleased with the outcome and could not have been successful without her help.
CORPORATE FAMILY ON ASSIGNMENT
Our consultant's empathy to understand our state of mind as parents of two kids with diverse educational requirements was remarkable - she almost stepped into our shoes as parents for our children... Our consultant was flexible to accommodate time-zone differences and my busy travel schedule - thank you very much!!
EXPATRIATE FAMILY
We found the whole experience incredibly helpful and supportive. It made the experience of navigating educational challenges so much easier having a knowledgeable person helping us find the best academic solutions available to us.
PERMANENT RESIDENT FAMILY IN DUBAI
We were spared all the complexities and challenges of this process and landed in a wonderful, caring and supportive school where my children have been thriving. Because of our consultant's expertise, we found the right path for our kids. We couldn't have done this without her.
QUESTIONS WE'RE OFTEN ASKED
FREE GUIDES TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY
LATEST BLOGS
LET'S TALK ABOUT
YOUR CHILD'S FUTURE
The path forward starts with a conversation.
In just 15-20 minutes, we can help you understand your options and determine how Bennett can support your family's unique journey.
What to expect in your discovery call:
-
An empathetic and compassionate listener
-
Questions that will enable us to understand your child's situation
-
An opportunity for you to ask us questions about how we can help
This will be followed by a proposal of how we can work together.
Your child's education is too important to navigate alone. Whether you need strategic guidance, active advocacy, or simply someone to listen who truly understands, we're here.
Or, get in touch using the form below: