Abu dhabi: The Ministry of Education has announced the resumption of in-person learning for all enrolled children, students, educational staff, and administrative staff in public and private nurseries, kindergartens, and schools, effective Monday, 20th April 2026.
According to Emirates News Agency, this decision follows the completion of necessary readiness and preparation plans by schools, which include facility preparedness, training of educational and administrative staff, and updating safety and security procedures. These efforts aim to reinforce a secure learning environment for students and their families.
The Ministry has also stated that private schools will have the flexibility to implement a hybrid rotational model when needed. This will be in accordance with approved regulations and under the supervision of local education authorities, taking into account the readiness of each educational institution to ensure a smooth transition.
Furthermore, private schools employing the hybrid model must organize staff deployment to support continuity of learning. This approach prevents the need for teachers to simultaneously deliver both in-person and remote instruction, thus maintaining education quality and balancing workloads for teaching staff.
The Ministry emphasized that educational institutions will be prepared to transition to alternative learning modes when necessary. This ensures the continuity of education with a flexible and smooth implementation process.