UAE to resume full in-person learning in schools from April 20 after readiness review

Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Education has announced the resumption of in-person learning for all students, teachers, and administrative staff across public and private nurseries, kindergartens, and schools starting Monday, April 20, 2026.

The decision follows a comprehensive readiness review conducted across educational institutions, which confirmed that schools had completed necessary preparations including facility readiness, staff training, and updates to safety and security procedures. Authorities said these measures are aimed at ensuring a safe and stable learning environment for students and staff.

The Ministry stated that private schools will continue to have flexibility in implementing a hybrid rotational learning model when required, depending on institutional readiness and local education authority guidelines. This approach allows schools to balance in-person and remote learning based on operational needs.

It also clarified that schools adopting hybrid learning must ensure proper staff deployment so that teachers are not required to simultaneously manage both in-person and remote classes, in order to maintain education quality and manage workload effectively.

Authorities further noted that educational institutions will remain prepared to shift between learning models if necessary, ensuring continuity of education and adaptability in case of changing circumstances.

The announcement marks a return to full on-campus learning across the country, with officials emphasizing that preparedness and flexibility remain central to the education system’s operational approach.