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UAE schools resume mandatory PE with new term
Physical education and sports are compulsory for all students for the 2024-2025 academic year, with specific guidelines for health and safety.
As schools across the UAE reopen for the new academic term, physical education (PE) and extracurricular sports are once again mandatory. Parents should note the official start dates and health protocols, including requirements for medical exemptions and hydration.
Schools across the UAE are reinstating mandatory physical education (PE) classes and extracurricular sports activities for the 2024-2025 academic year. This move marks a full return to pre-pandemic sporting schedules. For parents and students, this means preparing for a structured routine of physical activity governed by specific health and safety rules set by education authorities. ## Key Dates for the New Term Most schools in the UAE begin the new academic year on **Monday, August 26, 2024**. This date marks the official resumption of the mandatory sports curriculum. - **Ministry of Education (MoE) curriculum schools:** Start dates align with the federal calendar, beginning the last week of August. - **International curriculum schools:** While most follow the August start, parents should confirm the exact date for PE and extracurricular activity sign-ups directly with their child’s school, as some variations may exist. - **Extracurricular Sports:** Trials and sign-ups for after-school sports academies and squads often take place within the first two weeks of the term. An additional fee is typically required for these activities. ## Health and Safety Regulations To ensure…