Back-to-school

How UAE families transition back to school after Eid

Parents focus on routines, emotional readiness, healthy habits to help kids settle back

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Families across the UAE are finding ways to make the return to school a positive experience after the holidays

UAE 2026-2027 school year to begin August 31

School calendar sets August start, December winter break

New academic year 2026-2027 will begin on August 31 across the country.

How UAE parents can cut screens, avoid school illness

Doctors share tips to build healthy routines, boost immunity, keep children active

"I encourage families to think about is not screen time as the enemy, but replacing it with something the child genuinely looks forward to. That is what actually works," said Dr. Kejal Merani, specialist pediatrician at Aster Clinic

RAK Police step up safety as students head back

Authorities monitor transport, safety measures to ensure smooth return for students

Ras Al Khaimah Police conduct school inspections as students fully return to classrooms.

Sharjah Police mark school return with outreach drives

Outreach visits, UAE flags and little policeman boost values and safety awareness

Sharjah Police welcome students back to in-person learning through outreach visits

Dubai Police welcome students with UAE flags at schools

School Security drive boosts pride, safety, and smooth traffic as classes resume

The initiative created a lively and engaging atmosphere, bringing smiles to students and parents while leaving a positive first impression of the school environment.

UAE schools reopen, students return with smiles

School buses back on roads, safety drills on the cards while some students continue online

Schools across the UAE reopened on April 20, welcoming students back to classrooms after weeks of distance learning triggered by regional tensions. Campuses implemented strict safety measures, while school buses resumed service and traffic plans were rolled out nationwide. Above, students return to GEMS Metropole School in Motor City, Dubai, as campuses reopen across the UAE for in-person learning.

Hugs and roses as UAE schools reopen with safety plans

School buses back on roads, safety drills on the cards while some students continue online

Students return to GEMS Metropole School in Motor City, Dubai, as campuses reopen across the UAE for in-person learning.

UAE rolls out back-to-school traffic plan

Enhanced patrols, stricter monitoring near schools and key roads during peak hours

UAE rolls out traffic plan to ensure safe return of students to schools

UAE universities adopt mixed-mode return on Monday

AUS, Middlesex Dubai to keep students online, MAHE Dubai to go hybrid, JNU RAK to reopen

Picture used for illustrative purposes.

Back to school in UAE: Everything you need to know

A full update on school reopening, hybrid learning, transport, back-to-school preparations

Full in-person classes resume April 20, with some schools opting for hybrid or delayed reopening (Picture for illustrative purposes only)

UAE school update: Sharjah, Ajman bus services resume

Student transport restarts after safety review by emergency authorities

Sharjah, Ajman confirm safe return of buses serving all educational institutions

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