UAE Education Authorities Confirm School Calendar Dates Through 2029

The UAE Ministry of Education has finalized the standardized academic calendar for all public and private schools through the 2028-2029 academic year. This five-year framework establishes fixed start dates, winter breaks, and spring holidays, allowing families and educational institutions to coordinate long-term planning. Academic Start Dates for 2024–2027 For the current 2024-2025 academic year, classes commenced on August 26, 2024. The upcoming 2025-2026 academic year is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2025. Following this, the 2026-2027 term will start on August 31, 2026. Each academic year is structured to meet a minimum of 182 instruction days to comply with federal educational standards. Long-term Schedule and Holiday Windows The calendar extends to the 2027-2028 year, starting August 30, 2027, and the 2028-2029 year, which will begin on August 28, 2028. Winter breaks are consistently scheduled for mid-December, typically lasting three weeks for students. Spring breaks are designated for late March through early April, providing a two-week period for all curricula. Regulatory Compliance for Private Schools While schools following international curricula—including British,…