Cognita Middle East has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ROSHN Group to develop educational facilities in Saudi Arabia.
The agreement was signed during Cityscape Global 2025 in Riyadh. ROSHN Group is a Public Investment Fund company and the Kingdom’s leading multi-asset class real estate developer.
Under the MoU, the parties intend to collaborate on the development of Build-to-Suit Private Schools. Cognita Middle East will operate the schools.
ROSHN Group partners with Cognita to build schools across Saudi Arabia
The partnership forms part of ROSHN Group’s strategy to diversify its portfolio and advance its growth and expansion across key verticals.
The parties aim to create an educational environment that aligns with the Kingdom’s ambitions to provide learning experiences and attract education brands to the region.
“We are delighted to collaborate with ROSHN Group on this exciting project. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and community development make this an ideal partnership. Together, we aim to broaden access to high-quality education and deliver an outstanding educational experience that empowers students to reach their full potential and prepares them to thrive in a rapidly changing world,” David Baldwin, CEO, Cognita Middle East said in a statement.
Cognita Middle East operates 14 schools across the region. These include Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai, Repton Family of Schools and Kings College Riyadh.
Details about the project will be announced in due course.
