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Dubai KHDA releases new school calendar; full list of 2025 holidays revealed
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has posted the academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year marking significant terms and holiday dates for private schools in Dubai. As per the calendar that was published on
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How Dubai schools’ peer mentoring programmes boost academic success, leadership skills
A number of schools in Dubai are now implementing peer mentoring programs designed to aid in the academic achievement and personal development of students. Through these programs, older students are matched with younger pupils, providing
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No fee hike in some Dubai schools despite KHDA-approved increase
Although private schools in the emirate have been allowed to increase tuition fees by up to 2.35% for the year 2025-2026, a school group in Dubai has decided to maintain the current tuition fees for the upcoming academic year. As part of
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UAE: Female students face more sports-related injuries, say doctors
Doctors in the UAE note that female students sustain more sports-related injuries owing to their distinct anatomy and hormonal characteristics which
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How Dubai schools support students with special learning requirements
Though many parents are still struggling with enrolling their children with special learning needs in schools, this initiative comes as a relief for
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UAE: Schools in Abu Dhabi to have mandatory Physical Education curriculum
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) requires all schools to implement a structured physical education curriculum that
Read MoreAbu Dhabi schools 'cannot just reject a student': New education policy ensures inclusivity
Schools must submit proof to ADEK detailing their inability to support a student while ADEK evaluates whether to sustain or reverse the school decision. Schools must enroll all determined students while reporting any accommodatable student cases
Read MoreUAE: Free meals for all students in public schools pushed at FNC
The education department in Abu Dhabi is implementing a healthy-eating policy by banning junk food in schools which supports the mission to establish a safe and nutritious food environment for students. According to a Federal National Council
Read MoreNo exams during Ramadan: Some UAE schools keep early assessments, use test scores
There will be no official exams in some UAE schools in Term 2 this year because the Holy Month of Ramadan will start sometime from 1 March (Islamic calendar is based on moon’s sighting, so dates can change). Ramadan 2025 coincides
Read MoreOver Dh200,000 fees: Dubai to get one of most expensive schools
Dubai is going to open a new ultra-exclusive school which promises one of the world’s most innovative and costly schools by August 2025. GEMS Education, Dubai Sports City — GEMS School of Research and Innovation has been
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