Dubai’s education authority has confirmed that schools are not required to reduce tuition fees during distance learning, as online education is considered a valid mode of instruction. Fees remain payable as long as learning services are provided, with refunds only applicable if no education is delivered.
As students nationwide return from their winter break, the UAE’s unified 2025-2026 school calendar is now in full effect. With standardised dates for term resumption, spring and mid-term breaks, and a clear end-of-year timeline, families have a roadmap for planning holidays, travel and academic commitments throughout the remainder of the academic year.
Read MoreUAE school students will begin their winter break on December 8, 2025, enjoying nearly a month off until January 4, 2026, according to the Ministry of Education’s official 2025–2026 academic calendar. The holiday coincides with make-up exams and offers extended time for families to travel or rest before school resumes.
Read MoreSchools across the UAE welcomed over one million students for the new academic year, launching 2025–2026 with upgraded facilities, AI curriculum, and key reforms designed to foster innovation, leadership, and values-based learning.
Read MoreSchools across the UAE are introducing new regulations for kindergarten attendance starting from the 2025–26 academic year. From updated arrival procedures and mandatory health checks to lighter school bags, these rules aim to improve children’s safety, comfort, and overall well-being while easing the daily routine for parents.
Read MoreThe UAE is set to implement a major education reform by abolishing second-term examinations across all schools starting from the 2025–26 academic year. This move marks a shift toward modern evaluation methods focused on continuous learning, skills development, and student well-being.
Read MoreNew private schools are opening across Dubai for the 2025–26 academic year, giving parents more choices and easing pressure on oversubscribed campuses. Here’s a complete guide to what’s launching, where, and how to prepare for admissions.
Read MoreDubai's leading international universities are rolling out exciting new scholarships for the 2025 academic year, offering students a chance to pursue globally recognized degrees with reduced financial burden. This initiative aims to attract future-ready learners and make quality education more accessible in the UAE.
Read MoreAbu Dhabi’s education authority has introduced strict new guidelines limiting school bag weight to 10% of a student’s body weight. The move aims to protect children from back pain, poor posture, and long-term health issues, ensuring a safer and more supportive learning environment across private schools in the emirate.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Education has released the official school calendar for the 2025–2026 academic year, with classes starting on August 25, 2025, and ending on July 3, 2026. The calendar applies to all public and private schools across the country.
Read MoreStarting from the 2025–2026 academic year, all private schools in the UAE will be required to teach Arabic, Islamic education, and social studies to kindergarten students, regardless of curriculum. The Ministry of Education says the move aims to strengthen national identity, language skills, and social understanding from an early age.
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