UAE school calendar 2026-27: Term dates and holidays
Dubai: Schools across the UAE are preparing to reopen on August 31 , marking the start of the 2026-27 academic year for most schools. However, term dates and holidays can vary depending on the emirate and curriculum. If you are planning ahead for the new school year, here are the key UAE school calendar 2026-27 dates parents need to know. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News…
The 2026-27 academic year in UAE schools begins on August 31, 2026, with the first term break running from October 12-18. Classes resume on October 19. The winter break is scheduled from December 14, 2026, to January 3, 2027, after which classes resume on January 4. Spring break will take place from April 5-11, 2027, with classes restarting on April 12.
The academic year concludes on July 2, 2027. Private schools in Sharjah follow a slightly different schedule, with the academic year beginning on the same date as public schools, but finishing on July 1, 2027. Public holidays such as Eid Al Fitr, Eid Al Adha, and the Hijri New Year are also taken into account when planning.
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