The Ministry of Education has officially denied claims that are circulating on social media about the change of the UAE school hours for the upcoming academic years 2025-2026.
Moreover, the Ministry clarified that no modification has been made to the official school timings across all grade levels, including Kindergarten. Notably, the announcement came after widespread rumors that suggested shortened school days would be implemented in public schools.
The ministry further urged parents and the public to depend only on the official and verified sources for accurate information. In addition, it highlights that no such changes were announced on its platforms.
Moreover, the ministry states in the post, “We wish all students the best of luck and success”. In addition, it confirmed that the approved school schedule is unchanged.
Official UAE School Hours for 2025–2026
The Ministry of Education has outlined the approved timings for the public school students in the UAE for the new academic year. So, we have listed the schedules below:
Kindergarten
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Cycle One (Grades 1–4)
Option One: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 1:25 p.m. | Friday, 7:15 a.m. – 10:35 a.m.
Option Two: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. | Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Cycles Two and Three (Grades 5–12)
Boys: Monday to Thursday, 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. | Friday, until 10:35 a.m.
Girls: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Ministry’s Warning Against Rumours
The Ministry has clarified that circulating claims are baseless and are not supported by any official documentation. So, it seeks to put an end to confusion among parents and guardians ahead of the beginning of the school year by publishing the detailed schedules. Thus, parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to verify any updates through the official portal of the ministry or verified social media accounts.
The Ministry of Education has reclaimed its commitment to clarity as the academic year is approaching. Now, parents, students, and educators can plan around the confirmed school timings as the new school year is set to begin.
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