More than one million students in the United Arab Emirates will return to classrooms tomorrow as government and private schools across the emirates begin the second term following a four-week break. School administrations say they have completed extensive preparations to ensure an orderly start, with classrooms set up, timetables updated and staff duties distributed to guarantee an uninterrupted learning process.
UAE schools reopen: schedules and preparations
Schools have issued schedules reflecting the approved academic calendar. Many institutions will run from Monday to Thursday, with hours from 7:10am to 2:10pm, while Friday sessions will typically be shorter, from 7:00am to 10:30am. Administrations emphasised punctuality and adherence to start and finish times as part of efforts to maintain daily routines and reduce disruptions.
Heads of schools reported that administrative and educational checks have been finalised ahead of the first day. Preparations included equipping classrooms, confirming seating plans and ensuring that updated curricula and lesson plans are in place. Teaching and administrative staff were assigned specific responsibilities to oversee both classroom learning and pastoral care, officials said.
Attendance rules and safeguarding learning
School leaders reiterated the importance of daily attendance and warned that unauthorised absence will be treated seriously under the student behaviour code. The procedures begin with a verbal warning after three days of absence, followed by a first written warning at five days, a second warning at ten days and a third at fourteen days. Persistent absence without acceptable justification can lead to suspension and, ultimately, expulsion after fifteen days if no official excuse is provided.
Administrations framed the rules as protective rather than punitive, designed to prevent the accumulation of missed learning and to support pupils’ academic and emotional stability. Schools also urged parents to monitor their children’s attendance closely and to maintain open lines of communication with teachers and school offices to address any concerns early.
Classroom conduct and mobile phone ban
To promote a focused learning environment, schools have reiterated a strict ban on mobile phones within the campus. Any device found in a pupil’s possession may be confiscated and handled in accordance with Ministry of Education guidelines. Officials said the policy helps reduce distractions, discourages inappropriate use of technology during lessons and encourages direct interaction between pupils and teachers.
Staff members also stressed the importance of reinforcing positive behaviour and responsibility. The behaviour policy aims to cultivate discipline and a culture of respect that supports both academic achievement and social wellbeing.
As the academic term begins, school authorities emphasised that the combined measures—clear schedules, comprehensive preparations, firm attendance protocols and limits on mobile devices—are intended to secure a stable, productive start to the term. Parents and guardians were asked to support these measures to ensure their children can make the most of the upcoming months of learning.
Key Takeaways:
- UAE schools reopen tomorrow with more than one million students returning to classes under organised schedules and safety measures.
- Administrations report full readiness, updated timetables and revised study plans to ensure a smooth start.
- Strict attendance rules and staged warnings aim to prevent learning loss; mobile phones remain banned on campus.
