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Dubai's KHDA clarifies nursery home learning rules: Parents can't apply directly

2+ hour, 35+ min ago  (774+ words) Mon, Apr 13, 2026 | Shawwal 25, 1447 | Fajr 04: 39 Parents cannot directly apply for Centre-Led Home-Based Learning (CLHL) services, with nurseries retaining full control over rollout, staffing and approvals, Dubai's education regulator KHDA has clarified in an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times. The Centre-Led Home-Based…...

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Nursery at home? Everything you need to know about new scheme by Dubai's KHDA

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (351+ words) Sun, Apr 12, 2026 | Shawwal 24, 1447 | Fajr 04: 40 Here is everything you need to know about the initiative: KHDA has introduced two new plans: CLHL Hubs: A small nursery-style group operating in an approved home, serving up to eight children from different families with…...

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Dubai's KHDA announces home-based learning options for children aged 06

1+ day, 21+ hour ago  (241+ words) Sat, Apr 11, 2026 | Shawwal 23, 1447 | Fajr 04: 41 Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has introduced two new services allowing private early childhood centres to offer structured, centre-led learning at home for children aged up to six. The services are only activated during…...

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UAE to introduce administrative roles in schools to ease teacher workload

3+ day, 2+ hour ago  (653+ words) Fri, Apr 10, 2026 | Shawwal 22, 1447 | Fajr 04: 42 The UAE's education sector is set for a significant transformation as the Ministry of Education moves to introduce specialised administrative and supervisory roles within schools, a step aimed at reducing pressure on teachers and enhancing the…...

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New rules for distance learning: A guide for UAE students and parents

3+ day, 18+ hour ago  (1027+ words) Thu, Apr 09, 2026 | Shawwal 21, 1447 | Fajr 04: 43 [Editor's Note: This article is part of Khaleej Times'Schools and Parents, a dedicated section designed to support families in the UAE as they explore educational choices. The section offers explainers, guidance from education leaders, expert advice…...

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Nafis programme extended to 2040: How UAE's job landscape will change

4+ day, 2+ hour ago  (993+ words) Thu, Apr 09, 2026 | Shawwal 21, 1447 | Fajr 04: 43 In September 2021, the UAE launched the Nafis programme, a Dh24 billion initiative designed to fundamentally change the employment landscape. As part of the "Projects of the 50," the goal was to integrate 75 thousands Emirati nationals into the private…...

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UAE schools move admissions online as distance learning continues

4+ day, 14+ hour ago  (514+ words) Wed, Apr 08, 2026 | Shawwal 20, 1447 | Fajr 04: 45 Private schools across the UAE are accelerating their shift to digital admissions, as distance learning continues to shape how families interact with education providers. According to Emarat Alyoum, from online registration portals to remote interviews and…...

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UAE schools stay online: What we know so far about return to in-person classes

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (1034+ words) Wed, Apr 08, 2026 | Shawwal 20, 1447 | Fajr 04: 45 [Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid'US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] International curricula schools across the UAE have begun the third academic term online, with distance learning continuing amid a cautious approach by…...

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Abu Dhabi schools tighten attendance rule, track absences in distance learning

4+ day, 17+ hour ago  (892+ words) Wed, Apr 08, 2026 | Shawwal 20, 1447 | Fajr 04: 45 [Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran ceasefire for the latest regional developments.] Private schools in Abu Dhabi are making their absence tracking stricter for distance learning. New rules from the Abu Dhabi Department…...

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Watch: Sharjah teachers deliver gifts to children's doorsteps amid closures

4+ day, 22+ hour ago  (317+ words) Wed, Apr 08, 2026 | Shawwal 20, 1447 | Fajr 04: 45 In a heartwarming display of dedication and compassion, teachers from Wasit 2 Nursery in Sharjah have launched a unique initiative to keep the spirits of their young students high during the current nursery closures. The initiative, aptly…...