UAE Academic Updates: Latest Education News & School Admissions 2025

Dubai schools and colleges adopt new healthy food guidelines to support student well-being

Dubai is taking major steps toward improving student health by introducing updated nutritional guidelines in schools and colleges. The Dubai Municipality (DM), along with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), has launched a comprehensive program to ensure healthier meals, better portion control, and improved food safety across educational institutions.

Stricter university rules announced for Emiratis studying overseas

The UAE Cabinet has introduced strict new higher education criteria for Emirati students studying abroad, requiring enrollment in globally ranked universities to enhance academic quality and align with national development goals. The policy includes a one-year grace period for current students and supports the UAE Centennial 2071 Vision by ensuring career-readiness, global competitiveness, and alignment with priority sectors.

Dubai private schools to skip full inspections in 2025-26, confirms KHDA

Dubai’s KHDA has announced that full inspections for most private schools will be paused for the 2025–2026 academic year, allowing institutions to focus on internal development. New schools in their third year will still undergo full reviews, while targeted visits and ongoing assessments will continue. This shift emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and sustained educational quality.

UAE students achieve remarkable success in 2025 CBSE Board Exams

Students across the UAE achieved remarkable success in the 2025 CBSE board exams, with many schools recording 100% pass rates and several students earning top scores. GEMS Education schools reported outstanding results, with high average scores in both Grades 10 and 12. Individual toppers like Hafeed Meera Shahul Hameed, Rishab Sinha, and Syed Mohammad Habiburahman secured scores as high as 99.6% and 99.4%, showcasing the strength of Indian curriculum schools in the region. The results highlight the UAE's commitment to academic excellence and holistic student support.

Gulf News Edufair 2025 Highlights: Embracing Interdisciplinary Learning for Future Careers

At the Gulf News Edufair 2025 in Dubai, experts highlighted the increasing demand for students to develop a diverse skill set to keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving job market. They underscored the importance of interdisciplinary education in preparing students for emerging careers—particularly with the advent of roles like 'prompt engineers' fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence.

GDRFA-Dubai to Welcome Global Experts for AI and Education Conference – April 2025

GDRFA-Dubai will host the 8th International Conference on Education Quality from April 22–24, 2025, bringing together 400+ global experts to explore how AI is transforming education and public institutions. The event will feature research papers, workshops, and keynotes from leaders at Microsoft, Dell, and Google.

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