Dubai-based STS Group has announced a relief measure for families by revising school transport fees for April, as students continue with distance learning and buses remain unused.

In a circular to parents, the group confirmed that a pro-rata adjustment will be applied to April transport charges to reflect the disruption to on-site schooling and the suspension of transport services.

The revised amount will be credited toward the next transport payment or adjusted against school tuition fees. Parents will also have the option to request a refund, offering added flexibility during a period of financial strain.

The move aligns with similar steps taken by other UAE school operators, as families manage the dual challenges of home-based education and rising expenses.

The decision has been welcomed as part of broader efforts within the education sector to ease the burden on parents during ongoing remote learning.

The International Baccalaureate Organisation (IB) has announced the cancellation of its May 2026 final examinations for Grade 12 students across the UAE, citing public safety concerns.

According to an official circular sent to IB schools, students enrolled in the Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) will not sit for their scheduled exams, which were originally set between April 24 and May 20.

The decision follows discussions with the Ministry of Education, with authorities prioritising student safety. Instead of written examinations, students will be evaluated using the Non-Exam Contingency Measure (NECM), a system that determines final grades based on internal assessments, coursework, and other academic evidence.

The IB has confirmed that these results will be shared with universities worldwide to ensure students’ academic progression is not affected.

This move marks a significant shift for thousands of IB students in the UAE, placing greater emphasis on consistent academic performance throughout the year rather than final exam results.

The Ministry of Education has announced an extension of remote learning for all students, teachers, and administrative staff across the United Arab Emirates until Friday, April 17.

The decision covers nurseries, kindergartens, and both public and private schools nationwide, ensuring continuity of education while authorities continue to monitor the situation closely. Officials confirmed that the arrangement will be reviewed weekly.

To support the transition, school administrations had already been provided with a comprehensive remote learning framework for the third academic term. The guide focuses on flexible scheduling, structured lessons, and maintaining strong communication between schools and parents to keep students engaged.

The move underscores the Ministry’s focus on maintaining uninterrupted learning while adapting to evolving circumstances.