As summer holidays begin across the UAE, education experts and schools are encouraging parents to take steps to prevent ‘learning loss’—a common dip in academic performance during long breaks. From fun learning activities to structured routines, here’s how families can keep children engaged, curious, and ready for the next school year.
The 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 MoreThe UAE has officially approved a unified academic calendar for the 2025–2026 year across all public and private universities. The updated schedule aims to promote student well-being, align with national goals, and create a more balanced academic environment.
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.
Read MoreThe UAE has officially launched a free, two-year Private Tutor Work Permit, enabling individuals from diverse backgrounds to legally offer private tuition—online or in-person. The move comes as part of a wider push to regulate the tutoring sector and ensure quality education access across the Emirates.
Read MoreDubai is taking bold steps to transform its education system for a digital-first future. A new strategy launched this week focuses on AI integration, future skills, and global competitiveness—setting the stage for a smarter, innovation-led generation.
Read MoreSheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al-Qasimi has approved the 2025–2026 financial budget for Al Qasimia University, along with 500 scholarships for international students, reinforcing the university’s mission to offer quality higher education in a diverse and inclusive academic environment.
Read MoreThe Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has launched Phase One of a comprehensive review to address grade inflation and ensure academic records in private schools accurately reflect student performance, reinforcing fairness, transparency, and trust in the education system.
Read MoreThe UAE is set to host the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) for the first time in December 2025, following a landmark agreement between the Japan Foundation and UAE University’s Continuing Education Center. This milestone marks a major step in strengthening cultural and educational ties between Japan and the Emirates.
Read MoreGrade 12 students across the UAE are now required to undergo medical fitness tests to secure admission to universities locally and abroad. Offered by Emirates Health Services, the streamlined service ensures students are healthy and ready for academic life, with certificates issued within 24–48 hours across 41 centres in six emirates.
Read MoreAs part of its "Safe Summer" campaign, Abu Dhabi Police is urging parents to be vigilant about their children's online activities during the summer break. The warning highlights growing concerns over cyberbullying, online exploitation, and financial scams targeting children through social media, gaming platforms, and unsecured websites.
Read MoreAs schools across the UAE begin their summer break, parents are being urged to stay connected through official school channels for important updates. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi’s private schools are enforcing strict new digital safety rules for teachers under ADEK’s latest policy to protect students and ensure secure online interactions.
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