Dubai School Calendar – Term Dates, Exams & Holidays

DUBAI SCHOOL CALENDAR

DUBAI SCHOOL CALENDAR

UAE schools tighten phone ban, warn of strict penalties

Schools warn phones on campus will be seized; repeat breaches risk year-end ban

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No exceptions: Schools tighten rules on mobile phones to curb classroom distractions

UAE mandates English for maths, science in schools

Policy will be phased in from 2026-27, fully implemented by 2029-30

Ministry of Education mandates English for advanced-track subjects from 2026-27

Back to School 2026: Key changes for students, parents

Explained: Timings, holidays, age cut-offs, unified calendar, stricter attendance

Back to School 2026: Big changes every UAE parent needs to know

Parents split as UAE schools plan early Friday closures

Under new 2026 schedule, Friday prayers will be held at 12:45 pm

Holidays, fees, online classes: Parents split as UAE schools prepare for early Friday closures

What are the school holidays in Dubai for 2025-26?

KHDA calendar sets term dates, holidays, and school days for all Dubai private schools

Find out the official academic calendar for Dubai’s private schools, including term start dates, holidays, and school breaks for both April and September schedules.

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