The 9 guidelines schools, universities and nurseries in the UAE need to follow for COVID-19

Explained: When educational institutes will reopen and what children can and cannot do

Last updated: June 23, 2020 | 13:01

Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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Plans have been put in place for the reopening of educational institutions in the UAE.

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When are they expected to reopen?

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Based on the assessment by the relevant authorities, educational institutes could reopen by September. Read about the most recent meeting updating the status on reopening here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1592687353282

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Which educational institutes will reopen?

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Nurseries, schools and universities are expected to reopen. Read our report on the latest press conference by the UAE's Ministry of Education here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1592846904806

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What are the guidelines?

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1. Temperature checks for everyone at the premises.

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2. Social distancing at all times.

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3. Perioding sterilisation

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4. No sharing of meals.

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5. Children with special health conditions will be monitored closely. 6. Avoiding group activities.

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7. Non-essential staff to stay off premises during school hours.

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8. University housing to follow relevant procedures and requirements.

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9. Special health and safety official for COVID-19 related precautions to be appointed i by each institution.

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