Schools across the United Arab Emirates are increasingly integrating generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini into classroom learning under supervised and structured guidelines. Educators emphasise ethical use, fact-checking, and critical thinking to ensure AI supports learning without replacing the role of teachers.
UAE 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 MoreDubai Municipality has unveiled its “My School Food” digital platform, targeting more than 400,000 students across over 500 schools. The AI-driven system — featuring a chatbot named Ghalia — aims to boost food safety, enforce stricter nutrition rules, and educate students, parents, and suppliers about healthier eating habits.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Education has announced that public and private schools will be closed on December 1 and 2, 2025, in observance of National Day (Eid Al Etihad). Students are set to return on December 3, aligning the school holiday with paid breaks for both government and private-sector workers.
Read MoreSchools across the UAE will soon implement new attendance rules designed to ensure students maintain consistent classroom participation. The updated guidelines include stricter monitoring systems and penalties for repeated absences, aiming to improve academic performance and reduce cases of truancy.
Read MoreUAE schools are stepping up discipline in the digital age with new rules governing the use of smartphones, iPads, laptops, and smartwatches. From zero-tolerance policies to innovative traffic-signal disciplinary systems, institutions are cracking down on device misuse to ensure classrooms remain focused, safe, and distraction-free.
Read MoreSchools across the UAE are introducing new protocols to better manage medications for students with chronic illnesses, ensuring safer handling, improved communication between parents and schools, and greater protection of children’s health within the classroom environment.
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 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.
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