The UAE is rethinking the traditional 12-year school system, with educators suggesting that technology and micro-credentials could shorten learning time. Students may soon be able to learn anytime, anywhere, and complete their education faster while gaining real-world skills.
Sharjah residents can now boost their skills and earn certificates for free, thanks to the newly upgraded Smart Knowledge Library. From digital media and languages to entrepreneurship and publishing, the online platform offers easy registration, bilingual courses, and instant certification—empowering learners of all ages across the UAE.
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 MoreFinding the right school in Dubai can be challenging for parents, with so many options and curriculums to choose from. A new school search guide now makes the process easier, helping families select the best school that matches their child’s needs and future goals.
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.
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 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 MoreThe CBSE has introduced a new requirement for Indian students in UAE CBSE-affiliated schools: in order to generate their APAAR (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) ID for board exam registration, students must submit an Aadhaar number. This move has stirred concern among expatriate students and parents. Here’s what it means and how families can respond.
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 MoreThe United Arab Emirates is breaking new ground in education with a nationwide rollout of its first-ever artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum across public schools. Slated for the 2025–26 academic year, this landmark initiative will see over 1,000 teachers trained to deliver AI lessons from kindergarten through Grade 12, touching nearly one million students across the country.
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