Sharaka Education and Shurfah Holding Company sign historic agreement
PRESS RELEASE
Sharaka Education and Shurfah Holding Company have signed an agreement to bring Sherborne’s prestigious British education to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Sharaka Education W.L.L., the educational flagship of Sharaka Holdings, known for its successful operation of Sherborne Schools in Qatar, is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with Shurfah Holding Company to establish and operate Sherborne Schools, renowned for their high-quality British education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
With a clear vision to provide exceptional educational opportunities in the MENA region, Sharaka Education has secured the exclusive partnership with Sherborne Schools in the MENA region. For more information on this exciting development please visit the dedicated Sherborne MENA page on the Sherborne Qatar website.
To this end, the signing of the agreement between Sharaka Education W.L.L. and Shurfah Holding Company firmly establishes a shared vision and commitment to introduce Sherborne’s acclaimed educational approach to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, contributing significantly to the realisation of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. Both organisations are committed to establishing international educational partnerships that foster high quality learning experiences for all.
The partnership between the two parties will be tasked with upholding Sherborne’s rigorous academic standards, holistic learning experiences, and steadfast commitment to educational excellence. Detailed policies and procedures will be meticulously developed to ensure the preservation of the Kingdom’s cultural and traditional aspects while aligning with Sherborne’s esteemed educational philosophy. These principles and philosophy are outlined in our website www.sherborneqatar.org.
Sherborne key personnel will be represented in the Board of Directors to oversee the consistent delivery of excellence in education by adhering to Sherborne’s policies, procedural standards, and educational practices.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of distinguished leadership from both organisations, including Sheikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Thani, Chairman of Sharaka Holdings and Sherborne School Qatar together with Mr Abdullah Al-Majed, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shurfah Holding.
Other notable attendees from both companies included:
Sharaka Holdings
- Sheikh Hamad bin Ahmed Al Thani, Member of the Board of Directors, Sharaka Holdings
- Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Ahmed Al Thani, Vice Chairman of Sharaka Holdings
- Mr Amer Fares, CEO of Sharaka Holdings
- Mr Nick Prowse, CEO and Principal of Sherborne Qatar
- Mr Abdul Jawad, CFO of Sharaka Holdings
Shurfah Holdings
- Mr Abdullah Al-Majed, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shurfah Holding.
- Eng. Ahmed Albedaie, Holding CEO
- Eng. Muntaser Kalahji, Holding President and COO
- Dr Nabil Alrajeh, Education Sector CEO
About Sharaka Education
Sharaka Education W.L.L., the educational flagship of Sharaka Holdings, is a respected provider of high-quality education in Qatar. Sharaka Education has successfully established and operated Sherborne Schools, delivering exceptional British education in Qatar.
With a vision to expand educational opportunities in the MENA region, Sharaka Education has secured the exclusive license to establish and operate prestigious Sherborne Schools in the region. This achievement reflects the trust placed in Sharaka Education’s expertise and dedication to educational excellence. Additionally, Sharaka Education proudly operates KidZania, the renowned edutainment brand located in Doha. This demonstrates the company’s innovative approach to providing comprehensive educational experiences that combine learning and entertainment.
The Sharaka Education mission is to empower pupils with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through a commitment to delivering exceptional education and expanding the reach of the Sherborne brand, Sharaka Education is shaping the future of education in the MENA region.
To learn more about Sharaka Holdings, our parent company please visit www.sharakaholdings.com
About Shurfah Holding Company
Shurfah Holding Company has continued its business as an extension of family activity in real estate since 1944.
Shurfah has recently diversified its investments to align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Consequently, the company invested in promising sectors of the Vision 2030 initiative and emphasised enhancing the target sectors through creative solutions and innovative technologies, collaborating with international companies to localise advanced technologies, transfer knowledge, and enrich local content.
In addition to the real estate sector, with its various commercial and residential components, the company has expanded its investments in vital sectors in line with the Vision’s initiatives, including advanced construction technologies, information technology, the circular economy industry, hospitality, financial services, e-commerce, and education. Shurfah Holdings’ portfolio includes strategic investments on over 45 local, regional and international companies operating in vital industries.
For more information on Shurfah Holding, please visit www.shurfah.com.sa
