Can private firms run public schools
The discussion in the article revolves around the ability of Saudi educational companies to effectively manage public schools, based on the development observed in the private education sector within the Kingdom over recent decades. It explains that following the shift in the private sector from traditional school management to an institutionalized approach, the Kingdom now aims for educational companies to play a role in enhancing the performance of public schools through partnerships grounded in efficiency and quality—not merely economic operation. The text emphasizes the importance of companies focusing on providing an advanced educational model that improves student outcomes, enhances the learning environment, develops teachers, intelligently utilizes technology, and includes continuous performance assessment. The success of these partnerships depends on school management being results-based, with clear performance indicators, and the ability to replace partners if the desired improvements are not achieved after several years. It also highlights that managing public schools requires specialized expertise, and the previous experience of Saudi companies positions them well for this challenge. Furthermore, it stresses that such partnerships should ultimately lead to tangible results that improve the quality of education, benefiting society and the national economy, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
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