From 3 October, all Dubai private schools will return to in-person classes at full capacity.
Children, as well as school staff, will return with online classes for most students coming to an end.
Students with a medical certificate from Dubai Health Authority and students that are unable to return to the UAE due to COVID-19 restrictions will continue online classes.
In September 2020, only 50% of students returned to in-person classes, with a significant increase of students by 75%, since the beginning of the academic year.
KHDA has made over 711 visits to schools since September, with an average of three visits per school in order to ensure all the health and safety measures are being followed.
Dr Abdulla Al Karam, Director General of KHDA said, “The entire education community – including government, school staff and parents – have been working together to make sure that students return safely to school. While we are readjusting to full-time face-to-face learning, it’s important to keep wellbeing at the heart of the teaching and learning experience. We’re grateful to our community for everything they’ve done to support high-quality education in Dubai, and we look forward to a safe academic year full of friendship, happiness and fun.”