What began in 2020 as an urgent response to the COVID-19 pandemic has since evolved into a strategic national initiative. Saudi Arabia’s “Madrasati” platform is no longer just an emergency solution but a pillar of the Kingdom’s digital transformation in education, fully aligned with the ambitions of Vision 2030 to create a knowledge-driven society rooted in innovation and technology.
From Emergency to Permanence
Initially launched as a substitute for in-person schooling, Madrasati quickly proved its effectiveness and has since become an integral part of the educational landscape.
Today, it functions as a fully fledged virtual school, blending digital flexibility with structured learning, where students can attend classes, engage with teachers, and complete assignments anytime and anywhere.
A Comprehensive Digital Experience
Madrasati distinguishes itself through its holistic educational ecosystem. Live virtual classrooms through Microsoft Teams enable interactive teaching and real-time discussions. It offers diverse educational resources, with over 45,000 multimedia items including videos, simulations, educational games, and e-books designed to enrich student understanding.
The platform also features a national question bank with over 100,000 interactive questions across all curricula, empowering both student self-assessment and teacher exam creation. Smart analytics and reporting tools provide detailed insights into student performance and engagement, benefiting both educators and parents. Integration with the Noor system grants parents direct access to student records, reports, and academic progress.
Impressive Milestones
The platform has rapidly grown into the largest digital learning system in the region, with:
• Over 6 million students enrolled
• More than 525,000 teachers actively using the platform
• Approximately 250,000 virtual classrooms daily
• A remarkable 98% reach rate across target users
Its excellence was recognised globally when Madrasati won the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Award in 2025 in Geneva, affirming its position as a global model for e-learning success.
Strategic Dimensions
Madrasati’s role goes far beyond education. It empowers digital identity for both students and teachers, bridges educational gaps between urban and rural areas by ensuring equal opportunities, and promotes sustainable learning that transcends traditional school settings. The platform also enhances Saudi Arabia’s global competitiveness by establishing the Kingdom as a leader in digital education.
The Road Ahead
Looking forward, the Ministry of Education plans to expand Madrasati by incorporating artificial intelligence tools to personalise learning pathways, as well as extending its scope to vocational training and higher education. Integration with other national platforms such as “Ain” and the Centralised Exams Portal will further consolidate Saudi Arabia’s position as a pioneer in building a comprehensive digital education ecosystem.
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