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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 guarantees students participate in supervised physical activities taught by certified instructors through an
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Abu 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
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UAE: 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
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No 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
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Over 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
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Dubai: New parking spaces in 2 schools to slash traffic delays by 50%
The roadblocks and congestion on the way to two more Dubai schools will be reduced by 35-50 per cent which is a huge relief for people, especially
Read MoreUAE: Is corporal punishment allowed in schools?
Institutions must define boundaries on acceptable behavior in schools and take measures on such issues as they arise so that students are able to thrive in all aspects of their conduct and education. A nation's educational institutions are
Read MoreUAE schools restrict mobile phones to minimize student distractions
The ban on smart devices in schools in the Netherlands gained worldwide attention recently, but strict tech policies are already in place in many schools in the UAE. Students in the Netherlands studying in elementary and high schools are
Read MoreUAE schools report rise in student health issues
School leaders and doctors in the UAE have reported that numerous students are coming back to school after the extended summer break with headaches and stomach issues. Educators mentioned that the shift from relaxed summer routines to
Read MoreUAE schools hike fees to boost salaries, facilities
The schools implemented a fee increase earlier this year to fund different infrastructure improvements usually done in the summer when students are on vacation. School administrators from different emirates stressed that the best time for
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