In a significant move to reinforce national cohesion and educational alignment, the UAE Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Education, Human Development, and Community Development Council (EHCD), has officially approved a unified school calendar for all public and private schools across the country, starting from the 2025–2026 academic year.
This landmark decision applies to all seven emirates and all curricula, setting standardised dates for term start and end, holidays, and midterm breaks. The update reflects the UAE’s broader national focus on education quality, student well-being, and community cohesion.
🗓 Key Term Dates – Academic Year 2025–2026
- School Year Begins: 📅 Monday, August 25, 2025
- Winter Break (End of Term 1): ❄️ December 8, 2025 – January 4, 2026 📚 Classes resume January 5
- Spring Break (End of Term 2): 🌸 March 16 – March 29, 2026 📚 Classes resume March 30 🔹 Sharjah Private Schools: Resume March 23
- Academic Year Ends: 🏁 Most schools: July 3, 2026 🏁 Sharjah private schools: July 2, 2026
🔄 Midterm Breaks (MoE Curriculum Schools)
Applicable to public schools and private schools following the MoE curriculum:
- Term 1 Midterm: October 13–19, 2025
- Term 2 Midterm: February 11–15, 2026
- Term 3 Midterm: May 25–31, 2026 (aligned with Eid al‑Adha)
All schools resume the day after each break.
✅ Midterms for Other Curriculums
Private schools not under the MoE curriculum:
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- May schedule two midterm breaks (October and February),
- Each lasting no more than five days, and
- Must occur within those months to maintain national alignment.
🧭 National Context: The Year of Community
These changes are part of a national push aligning with the theme of the “Year of Community”, declared by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan:
“I am pleased to announce 2025 as the Year of Community in the UAE. Hand in hand we will work to strengthen social bonds, foster shared responsibility, and unlock potential for inclusive and sustainable growth.”
In the Ministry of Education’s announcement, H.E. Sarah Al Amiri said the new calendar “marks a qualitative shift” and aims to support family cohesion, student well‑being, and synchronised scheduling with cultural, tourism, and community activities.
🌍 Why This Matters
- Streamlined planning for international hiring, relocation, and onboarding
- Better work–life balance for educators and families
- Enhanced coordination between schools, communities, and cultural sectors
- Consistency nationwide, even for diverse curriculums
For Teach East , this clarity enables more precise recruitment timelines and reduces surprises, making our support for schools and teachers even stronger.
📝 What Schools & Educators Should Do Now
- Update recruitment schedules and teaching contracts early
- Brief international staff and families about the synchronized terms and breaks
- Coordinate with local community, cultural, and tourism bodies for event planning
- Prepare assessment and academic calendars to ensure compliance with final-week mandates
🎯 Next Steps with TeachEast
Pre-registration is now open for 2025–2026 teaching roles across the UAE. Whether you’re a teacher seeking your next international opportunity or a school preparing for the new academic year, Teach East is your recruitment partner.
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