Abu Dhabi launches summer activities to boost student learning and development

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced the launch of the latest edition of its School Holiday Activities Program, coinciding with the end of the academic year. The initiative is part of ADEK’s ongoing efforts to offer enriching and enjoyable experiences that contribute to the development of students’ skills and knowledge during the summer break.

The program offers innovative learning experiences, including tailored activities to support students of determination. It focuses on interactive and hands-on learning beyond the traditional classroom setting, in collaboration with leading partners and organizations. This year’s edition incorporates feedback and suggestions from parents based on previous versions of the program.

This summer’s new additions include a series of programs aimed at preparing students for the future by equipping them with diverse, 21st-century skills. These include: “Young Business Leaders” by STORM, “Flosak Namosak” by the Zood initiative and “Careers of the Future” by Paul Position Agency in collaboration with Hashtat Center. 

The program also provides high school students with access to advanced training in artificial intelligence and technology, offered in partnership with leading universities. These include:

United Arab Emirates University in Al Ain will also offer a set of specialized programs, including; “3D Innovation: Leave Your Mark”, “Data Science and Visualization” and “Command Engineering”.. 

These are presented in collaboration with the Khalifa Fund.

Parents can explore an additional 33 programs offered by a variety of specialized providers. These programs have been carefully selected to ensure a rich educational experience tailored to each student’s interests and needs.

Dr. Bashaer Al Matroushi, Executive Director of the Talent Enablement Sector at ADEK, said: “We believe that learning is a lifelong journey that extends far beyond the classroom. The School Holiday Activities Program reflects our strong commitment to nurturing students across all dimensions—physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Through strategic partnerships with leading institutions, we ensure that our programs are high-quality, impactful, and accessible to all students. We also place strong emphasis on inclusivity and equal opportunity. These summer programs not only provide meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences but also instill a lifelong love of learning in students.”

“The launch of this program underscores our deep commitment to empowering students across Abu Dhabi with essential skills for future success. We aim to foster lifelong learning by equipping students with the right tools and opportunities. We are proud to partner with distinguished institutions to deliver this wide array of intensive, inspiring programs and look forward to expanding the initiative further in future summer and winter breaks to cover additional fields and provide even more opportunities to support the growth and development of future generations,” Dr. Al Matroushi added.