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When is the next UAE public holiday? Plan your getaway

2026 UAE holidays: When to take leave and score extra days off

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From long weekends to Islamic festivals, 2026 is packed with public holidays—perfect for a quick getaway, family time, or just some well-earned rest.
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What Dubai parents say on early Friday school closure

Is it worth keeping students in class, or would online learning make Fridays smoother?
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Maroun Farah and Rouba, parents of three children – George (Grade 5), James (Grade 2), and Sophie (KG2) at Al Mawakeb Al Barsha.

All the UAE school holidays parents should know

Plan your next vacation with these important days off
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People in the UAE enjoy a day out in the sun.

Key UAE school term dates and holidays explained

What the UAE unified school calendar looks like for public and private schools in 2026
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The UAE’s unified school calendar sets out term dates and holidays for public and private schools for the 2025–2026 academic year (picture used for illustrative purposes).

Back to School 2026 UAE: Must-know health tips for kids

Doctors outline easy, effective ways to protect your child’s health
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Back to School 2026: Key changes for students, parents

Explained: Timings, holidays, age cut-offs, unified calendar, stricter attendance
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Back to School 2026: Big changes every UAE parent needs to know

Is Christmas a public holiday in the UAE?

Do you get the day off to play or are you office bound?
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Is Christmas a public holiday in the UAE? Here’s what you need to know

Parents split as UAE schools plan early Friday closures

Under new 2026 schedule, Friday prayers will be held at 12:45 pm
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Holidays, fees, online classes: Parents split as UAE schools prepare for early Friday closures

UAE schools alert: Double absence after Eid Al Etihad

Absences on Dec 3, 4, 5 before winter break to count as 2 days without acceptable excuse
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Back to School: UAE experts share children’s sleep tips

Parents urged to reset sleep routines ahead of new term
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No more late nights – parents told to help kids wake up bright for class.

UAE parents: Win Dh100K in Back-to-School scholarships

LuLu launches new offers alongside uniform and textbook recycling drives
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UAE parents: Win Dh100,000 in Back-to-School scholarships
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