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UAE extends remote learning: Schools roll out plans to ensure seamless continuity of studies

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4 months ago

March 17, 2026

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In a proactive move to support student well-being and ensure uninterrupted education, the UAE has announced a two-week extension of distance learning across nurseries, schools, and higher education institutions.

The decision, led by the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, reflects a balanced approach, prioritising safety while maintaining academic continuity for students nationwide.

All public and private institutions will continue remote learning, with the situation subject to weekly review. Officials stressed that updates will be communicated through official channels, ensuring transparency and clarity for families.

To accommodate varying institutional needs, a flexible mechanism will allow private schools and universities to apply for a return to in-person learning when necessary, based on operational and academic requirements.

Supporting families further, flexible remote work arrangements will be introduced for federal government employees who are caregivers of children from nursery through Grade 8—reinforcing the UAE’s broader commitment to family wellbeing.

Schools outline clear learning roadmaps

As the extended distance learning period begins, GEMS Education has provided parents with a detailed roadmap outlining how learning will continue across its network.

In a communication, the group confirmed staggered timelines based on curricula and emirate-specific regulations:

International curriculum schools will shift to online learning from March 23
Indian curriculum schools (CBSE, ICSE, ISC):
- In Sharjah (SPEA) and Abu Dhabi (ADEK): online learning from March 30 to April 6
Dubai schools under the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) will begin the new academic year on April 6

All GEMS schools are expected to return to in-person learning from April 6, in line with regulatory guidance.

Seamless learning experience

During the remote learning period:

Students will follow regular timetables
Attendance and engagement will continue as normal
Assessments and academic progress will remain on track

Schools will share detailed schedules and access instructions directly with families.

With strong coordination between authorities, schools, and families, the UAE continues to demonstrate a forward-thinking, resilient approach, ensuring education remains uninterrupted while prioritising safety and wellbeing.

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Need a school fee certificate? Abu Dhabi families can now get it online in minutes

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5 days ago

July 20, 2026

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Parents and students in Abu Dhabi can now obtain an officially attested private school fee certificate in just six minutes through the TAMM government services platform, making the process quicker and more convenient than ever.

The fully digital service allows users to request and receive a certified tuition fee certificate without uploading any supporting documents. This certificate is commonly required for government procedures, financial aid requests, scholarship applications, and other official purposes.

Applying is simple and can be completed entirely online. Users need to sign in using their UAE PASS account, submit the application, pay the Dh15 service fee electronically, and download the certified digital certificate once it is issued.

By moving the entire process online, TAMM helps families save time while providing fast access to an important document whenever it’s needed for official or financial requirements.

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Dubai’s KHDA launches new councils giving parents and teachers a voice

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2 months ago

June 8, 2026

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Parents and teachers in Dubai will soon have a direct role in shaping the future of education, following the launch of two new advisory councils by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

Building on the success of the Dubai Students Council, KHDA has announced the creation of the Dubai Parents Council and Dubai Educators Council, both set to begin work at the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

Giving parents and teachers a voice

Each council will consist of 15 members selected through a transparent process and will serve as a formal platform for dialogue between the education community and regulators.

The initiative attracted strong interest, with KHDA receiving 152 applications for the Parents Council and 160 applications for the Educators Council, including submissions from Emirati parents and teachers across Dubai.

Supporting Dubai’s education vision

The new councils are designed to strengthen community participation in education and support the goals of Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy.

Members will have the opportunity to share ideas, highlight challenges and contribute recommendations on key issues affecting schools and early childhood centres across the emirate.

Focus on student success

The councils are expected to discuss a range of topics, including student wellbeing, inclusion, teaching quality, parental engagement and school-community partnerships.

KHDA said the move reflects its commitment to collaborative decision-making and aims to strengthen trust between families, educators and education authorities.

By formally including parents and teachers in the conversation, Dubai is taking another step towards creating a more inclusive and responsive education system that reflects the needs of its diverse school community.

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Dubai schools to receive surprise KHDA inspections§

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2 months ago

June 3, 2026

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Dubai’s private schools will face short-notice inspections from the 2026-27 academic year under a revamped quality assurance framework announced by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

Under the new approach, schools will receive no more than 24 hours’ notice before inspectors arrive, marking a significant shift in how education quality is monitored across the emirate.

KHDA said the updated system will include two types of visits. Full inspections will be carried out by teams of specialist education experts, while shorter monitoring visits will focus on specific areas of school performance and quality assurance.

Return of formal inspection

The move signals the return of formal inspection activity after KHDA paused inspections during the 2025-26 academic year. At the time, the authority said the break would allow for greater collaboration with schools and a review of how educational quality is assessed and supported.

The new model aims to provide a more responsive and differentiated approach to evaluating schools, with visits designed to offer a clearer picture of day-to-day operations and educational standards.

Dubai’s private school sector serves hundreds of thousands of students across a wide range of international curricula, making quality assurance a key part of maintaining educational standards and supporting continuous improvement.

Further details on how the inspection and monitoring framework will operate are expected ahead of the 2026-27 academic year.