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UAE schools to start new academic year on August 25
Public and private schools following the Ministry of Education curriculum will return for the 2026-2027 academic year in the last week of August.
By 19Network Editorial Team · Jul 28, 2026 · 3 min read
The UAE Ministry of Education has confirmed the academic calendar for 2026-2027, with students returning to classrooms on Monday, August 25, 2026. Parents should prepare for updated, school-specific health protocols and ensure all supplies and uniforms are sorted before the start of term.
Most schools across the UAE will begin the 2026-2027 academic year on Monday, August 25, 2026, following the unified calendar set by the UAE Ministry of Education. This guide provides parents with key dates, health guidelines, and preparation checklists to ensure a smooth start to the new school term. The dates apply to all public and private schools following the ministry’s curriculum. Schools offering international curricula may have slightly different start dates, and parents are advised to confirm directly with their child’s school administration. ## Key Academic Dates 2026-2027 According to the official Ministry of Education (MoE) calendar, the key dates for the upcoming academic year are as follows: - **Start of Academic Year:** August 25, 2026 - **Winter Break:** December 15, 2026 – January 5, 2027 - **Spring Break:** March 23, 2027 – April 12, 2027 - **End of Academic Year:** June 28, 2027 Teaching, administrative and technical staff are expected to return to school approximately one week before students, on August 18, 2026, for planning and preparation. ## Health and Safety Protocols While most Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, schools will continue to follow…