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Education Minister Dr Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma has announced plans to build five new schools and four academic buildings as part of the upcoming budget. Additionally, 80 public schools will undergo major upgrades, including renovations, deep cleaning, and new furniture to enhance learning environments. The ministry is also advancing efforts to introduce the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme in public schools, with an IB Organisation delegation set to visit Bahrain in April. The programme aims to provide Bahraini students with an internationally recognised academic pathway. To strengthen the teaching workforce, 600 Bahrain Teachers’ College graduates will be recruited across 2025 and 2026. Meanwhile, a new cohort will begin a four-year degree in education, ensuring a steady pipeline of trained teachers for public schools. Infrastructure planning is being coordinated with Housing and Urban Planning to integrate schools into new residential areas and meet population growth demands. Curriculum updates are also in progress, with improvements in English, Arabic, maths, and science. Question banks will be expanded to help students prepare for exams, and the ministry is working with Bahraini and international experts to refine teaching methods. Quranic studies will be strengthened, and a new subject on Bahraini folk culture will be introduced in […]
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Several education departments in Saudi Arabia have announced that the holiday marking Eid Al Fitr festival will begin at the end of the school day on March 19, ending a controversy over the beginning of this year’s Eid vacation. Circulars from the education authorities have notified all schools, kindergartens and institutes, and kindergartens that the end of work on Wednesday, the 19th of Ramadan, corresponding to March 19, will mark the start of the Eid Al Fitr holiday for students and teachers, reported Saudi newspaper Al Watan. They are due to return to schools on Sunday, the 8th of the following lunar month of Shawwal corresponding to April 6. There has been a controversy in the past days over the actual start date of Eid Al Fitr holiday in Saudi schools amid conflicting reports that it would begin at the end of work on March 19 or the closing time of March 20. Eid Al Fitr is expected this year to begin on March 30, depending on sighting the new moon. Travel rates usually peak during the holiday. Ramadan is followed by Eid Al Fitr, celebrated for three consecutive days as of the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month of […]
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The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced revisions to its policies regarding the recognition of foreign university degrees. Under the new regulations, the ministry will grant conditional recognition to degrees obtained through distance learning, open education, online education, and correspondence education, provided they meet specific criteria set by a dedicated ministerial committee. Additionally, the ministry has clarified that vocational certificates, training programme certificates, and degrees obtained through specialised programmes catering to specific student demographics will not be recognised. A statement released by the ministry emphasised the importance of compliance with these new regulations for students who have obtained their degrees through non-traditional study modes. Degree verification To streamline the recognition process, the ministry has appointed two external agencies—Dataflow and QuadraBay—as authorised partners for degree verification and equivalency certification. These agencies, recognised by the UAE’s educational authorities, play a crucial role in verifying qualifications before they undergo the official recognition process. The recognition process consists of two stages: The ministry highlighted that the recognition service is fully online, with no fixed application deadlines. The process typically takes 30 working days, while applicants wishing to appeal a recognition decision have a three-month window to request a review. Recognition […]
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Educating students for the jobs of the future in today’s dynamic and unpredictable environment calls for more than just the traditional classroom experience. With an eye towards the future, Multinational School Bahrain provides its students with the information, understanding, and flexibility they’ll need to succeed in a world where everything is always shifting. The school’s dedication to providing students with a well-rounded education, cutting-edge curricula, and academic achievement prepares them for jobs that don’t even exist yet. A Love of Technology and Fluency in Digital Media Competence in technological areas is becoming more important as a result of the digital revolution’s impact on several sectors. Because of this, the school has increased the amount of time spent on Information and Communication Technology in the curriculum, so that children may start learning how to code, think computationally, and solve problems digitally from a young age. MNS prepares students for tech-driven careers by incorporating platforms like robotics and artificial intelligence into classes, which promote curiosity and invention. A Solid Grounding in Essential and Future-Focused Courses To guarantee children have a strong grasp of fundamental topics, MNS implements rigorous academic programmes in English, Science, and Mathematics. Sustainability, entrepreneurship, and global citizenship are just […]
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The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced revisions to its policies regarding the recognition of foreign university degrees. Under the new regulations, the ministry will grant conditional recognition to degrees obtained through distance learning, open education, online education, and correspondence education, provided they meet specific criteria set by a dedicated ministerial committee. Additionally, the ministry has clarified that vocational certificates, training programme certificates, and degrees obtained through specialised programmes catering to specific student demographics will not be recognised. A statement released by the ministry emphasised the importance of compliance with these new regulations for students who have obtained their degrees through non-traditional study modes. Degree verification To streamline the recognition process, the ministry has appointed two external agencies—Dataflow and QuadraBay—as authorised partners for degree verification and equivalency certification. These agencies, recognised by the UAE’s educational authorities, play a crucial role in verifying qualifications before they undergo the official recognition process. The recognition process consists of two stages: The ministry highlighted that the recognition service is fully online, with no fixed application deadlines. The process typically takes 30 working days, while applicants wishing to appeal a recognition decision have a three-month window to request a review. Recognition […]
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The Makkah Education Department has announced the suspension of in-person classes for students in all schools in the Makkah city as well as in the governorates of Al-Jumum, Al-Kamil and Bahra on Tuesday following rain forecast. “Based on what was reported by the National Center of Meteorology and in order to ensure everyone’s safety, it has been decided to suspend classes in all schools in the Holy Capital, and the governorates of Al-Jumum, Al-Kamil and Bahra on Tuesday, and the classes will be conducted remotely via the Madrasati platform,” the department said in a statement. The Umm Al-Qura University also announced the suspension of in-person classes on Tuesday, saying that the classes will be held remotely. This is based on the weather forecast of the National Center of Meteorology. The university indicated that the decision will be applicable to the university headquarters, offices and colleges under it in all governorates in the Makkah region.
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TeachMeet 1 Bahrain set the stage for something inspiring, uniting over 150 passionate educators from across the Kingdom of Bahrain back in February 2024. Just three months later, on May 28th 2025, Nadeen School welcomed over 250 educators for TeachMeet 2 Bahrain under the theme of Technology for Learning and Educational Philosophy. Fast forward to TeachMeet 3 Bahrain 2025, hosted once again by Nadeen School at its beautiful campus in Dilmunia. This time, the theme, Educating with Purpose: Nurturing the Mind, Body, and Heart, focused on synergistic education and fostering meaningful connections that support every learner’s well-being and development. This event brought together professionals from universities, public and private schools, and Early Years settings, with a shared vision: To bring passionate educators together for the benefit of all learners and build education approaches with purpose. The evening featured Main Stage presentations, beginning with a warm welcome from Mr James Batts, Principal of Nadeen School, encouraging all educators to collaborate for the success of every child, no matter the school they serve. This was followed by Mr Brynn Cooper from High Performance Learning, who travelled from Dubai to share insights and support Nadeen’s own journey with High Performance Learning. Following this, […]
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The UAE will switch to remote learning for public schools on Fridays during Ramadan. To promote family unity and the spiritual significance of Ramadan, the Ministry of Education has dedicated Fridays during the Holy Month to activities that reinforce familial bonds, instil core Ramadan values, and advance students’ key skills. Within this context and in anticipation of the Holy Month, the Ministry of Education has introduced the “Ramadan with Family” initiative, under which the students in public schools will shift to a remote learning system on Fridays during Ramadan, allowing them to engage in activities from home alongside their parents in a supportive family and Ramadan atmosphere. Remote learning in UAE during Ramadan 2025 This initiative aligns with the UAE leadership’s vision to create an inspiring family and community environment during Ramadan, reinforcing the values of the holy month in young minds. It aims to support family cohesion, strengthen social harmony, and allow individuals to make the most of the spiritually enriching Ramadan atmosphere. The Ministry clarified that the initiative, which will be implemented from the first Friday of Ramadan, applies to all students except those scheduled for exams on Fridays, which will be conducted in-person as per their approved schedules. Additionally, while […]
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Dubai has introduced new rules making Arabic education mandatory for children under six at private schools and education centres. Under the directive of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and on the occasion of International Mother Language Day, Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has introduced the new policy aimed at enhancing Arabic language education in early childhood education. The policy is designed to provide children with the opportunity to develop their Arabic language skills from an early age, making Arabic learning both fun and culturally enriching. Arabic lessons in Dubai The new policy mandates Arabic language education for children from birth to six years at all private schools and early childhood centres in Dubai. This initiative aims to strengthen the use of Arabic language in schools and society, helping to foster a sense of pride in Emirati culture, language, and heritage. The policy is part of Loughat Al Daad, one of the 28 game changers under Dubai’s Education 33 strategy. “Daad” is a letter and sound unique to the Arabic language, and Loughat Al Daad translates to: […]
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At the end of last week, the Department of Education (ED) issued a directive to public schools across the country, ordering them to either abandon diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices or risk the loss of federal funding. As the Daily Caller reports, the department’s Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Craig Trainor, issued a letter saying that “educational institutions have toxically indoctrinated students with the false premise that the United States is built upon ‘systemic and structural racism’ and advanced discriminatory policies and practices.” “Under the banner of ‘diversity, equity, and inclusion’ (‘DEI’),” Trainor’s letter explained, certain individuals and organizations have been “smuggling racial stereotypes and explicit race-consciousness into everyday training, programming, and discipline.” While the previous administration vehemently forced such initiatives on public schools in the name of “diversity,” the Trump Administration has declared these practices to be in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. As such, any schools that continue to endorse or engage in these programs “may, consistent with applicable law, face potential loss of federal funding,” Trainor declared. DEI programs often applied to both students and faculty, including influencing hiring decisions that overwhelmingly prioritized non-White minorities over White applicants, even if the former were […]
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