UAE Schools Resume In-Person Classes: Key Updates for Parents and Students
UAE schools are open again students are heading back to classrooms with safety measures still in place. Here's what parents need to know before the first bell rings.
UAE schools are open again students are heading back to classrooms with safety measures still in place. Here's what parents need to know before the first bell rings.
Dubai is gearing up for a major education upgrade in 2026, with seven new schools and universities set to open across the city. From world-renowned Harrow International School to the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad’s first Dubai campus, these institutions promise world-class learning, cutting-edge facilities, and greater access for students and families in the UAE.
Read MoreThe UAE is empowering its teachers for the future. Through the new Afaq programme, educators across the country will gain essential AI skills, enabling them to design modern learning experiences and guide students in an AI-driven world.
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Read MoreThe UAE has launched the “Aqdar for Digitally Secure Schools” initiative, making it the first country in the world to implement a comprehensive framework to protect students and educators from online threats. The program combines cybersecurity, awareness campaigns, and equitable access to technology to ensure safe and responsible digital learning across all schools.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Education has updated five major digital education platforms with new links to improve access and usability for students, teachers, and parents. The move aims to enhance online learning, streamline educational services, and support a modern, technology-driven approach to education across the country.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Education has announced the official academic calendar for the 2025–2026 school year, introducing a four-week winter break for all public and private schools. Starting on December 8, 2025, and ending on January 4, 2026, the extended break allows students and families ample time to rest, travel, and participate in recreational and cultural activities.
Read MoreThe Emirates Health Services (EHS) has rolled out new health guidelines for schools across the UAE to curb the spread of infectious diseases. The comprehensive measures focus on hygiene, disease prevention, chronic condition management, and awareness of heat-related illnesses, ensuring a safer learning environment for students, teachers, and staff.
Read MoreDubai’s KHDA has introduced stricter hiring rules for teachers to ensure all educators meet professional standards, enhancing the quality of learning and safeguarding student outcomes across the emirate’s schools.
Read MoreAbu Dhabi has launched streamlined permit rules for school food suppliers via the Tamm app. The new guidelines require compliance with strict safety, nutritional, and operational standards—promoting healthier, safer meals in schools.
Read MoreAs thousands of students return to classrooms across the UAE, road safety has become a national priority. The Ministry of Interior and Federal Traffic Council have rolled out 15 strict measures to protect children on their daily journeys, targeting students, parents, and school bus drivers.
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