Dubai schools will close earlier on Fridays starting in January 2026 says Knowledge and Human Development Authority
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Dubai schools: All 23 ‘Outstanding’ KHDA schools revealed
Dubai’s top schools charge from AED 30,000 to over AED 110,000 by year – see the full list of KHDA-vetted “Outstanding” campuses
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Rugby School Dubai to open in 2026, expanding Aldar Education’s premium school portfolio
Aldar Education will open Rugby School Dubai in 2026–2027, bringing a 450-year British academic legacy and world-class facilities
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Dubai launches major plan to be the world’s most liveable city by 2033 – 310 new parks, 60 affordable schools, 15,000 aviation jobs
Dubai unveils initiatives including 310 parks, 60 affordable schools, and 15,000 aviation jobs to become world’s most liveable city
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Dubai schools: UK’s Queen Elizabeth’s to open Sports City branch in 2026
UK’s top state grammar Queen Elizabeth’s School will open its first overseas branch in Dubai Sports City in 2026 after KHDA approval
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Next UAE holiday dates, Emirates ID update, Dubai tourism boom and real estate tax analysis – 10 things you missed this week
Catch up on the UAE’s biggest news this week — from new holidays and Emirates ID updates to Dubai tourism growth, real estate tax analysis and more
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Dubai introduces strict new teacher rules for private schools
Dubai introduces strict new teacher rules for private schools, with KHDA guidelines on hiring, conduct, resignations, and safeguarding standards
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UAE holiday, petrol price changes, tax update, Saudi property reforms, new Kuwait laws – 10 things you missed this week
From a new UAE holiday and petrol price changes to a significant tax update, Saudi property reforms and new Kuwait laws — here are 10 big Gulf business stories you may have missed this week
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Dubai RTA upgrades traffic at 27 schools, improving flow by up to 40 per cent
Dubai RTA completes traffic upgrades at 27 schools in summer 2025, boosting safety and parking by 90 per cent and improving traffic flow by up to 40 per cent
Dubai Schools
Dubai to open 16 early childhood centres, six schools and three universities in 2025–26
Dubai adds 16 early childhood centres, six schools and three universities for 2025–26, expanding choice and reinforcing its global education hub status
Back to School
Dubai Police unveil largest back-to-school safety plan for 2025–2026 with 250 patrols, drones and student ambassadors
Dubai Police roll out 250 patrols, drones and student ambassadors under the “School Security” initiative to safeguard the 2025–2026 academic year
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GEMS Education welcomes 1,700 new teachers in Dubai as Sunny Varkey declares 2025 a ‘turning point’
GEMS Education hires 1,700 new teachers in Dubai as Sunny Varkey calls 2025 a “turning point” for schools, learning innovation, and student success
Dubai Schools
Dubai RTA sets strict safety rules for school buses as new academic year begins
RTA calls for full compliance with health, safety, and traffic rules as thousands of students return to schools across Dubai
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Dubai pauses 2026 school inspections: reports
Knowledge and Human Development Authority to continue pause on Dubai school inspections into 2025-2026 academic year
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Elevate acquires Dubai’s Hartland School in $100mn deal, marking GCC entry
The deal builds on Elevate’s successful track record of investing in education-oriented infrastructure in India
Dubai Executive Council
Dubai to build 3 new hospitals and 33 primary healthcare facilities; Sheikh Hamdan approves education and social policies
Executive Council of Dubai approves new health, education and social policies
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Dubai approves 2025-2026 private school fee hikes
Knowledge and Human Development Authority approves Dubai school fee hikes for 2025-2026
