Education
How coronavirus is affecting Dubai teachers
UAE schools and nurseries have been closed for an initial 4-week period under government direction following the recent coronavirus outbreak. We hear from Mairead Cashman, an FS1 teacher at Hartland… read more…
Coronavirus: UAE schools to trial e-learning programme
The UAE Ministry of Education has announced the launch of a distant learning pilot project in some public schools, in light of the recent coronavirus outbreak. The e-learning programme is… read more…
Coronavirus: UAE nurseries close, school activities suspended
Nurseries across the UAE will close for 14 days, starting Sunday 1 March, as a precautionary measure against the coronavirus infection. The move came after a statement from The UAE… read more…
UAE schools to spotlight food sustainability in new initiative
UAE students will learn the importance of food sustainability later this year in a new initiative led by Madar Farms. Announced at the Global Education Supplies and Solutions (GESS) Dubai… read more…
“In it to win it”: Hartland International PE lead reflects on sporting success
After captaining the UAE National 7s and 15s Rugby Union sides, Niall Stathham retired from competitive sport in 2017. Now, head of Physical Education at Hartland International School, he reflects… read more…
Dubai’s students of determination to benefit from new KHDA policy
Students of determination in Dubai’s private schools will now have better access to services they require to succeed, in line with new guidelines issued by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development… read more…
Why enrichment activities are just as important as academics
We hear from Hartland International School’s head of primary, Shahida Ibrahim, about the importance of enhancing a child’s confidence, creative skills and analytical thinking through enrichment activities. Enrichment activities extend… read more…
Curriculum choices: NLCS Dubai’s principal on the value of IB curriculum
We hear from James Monaghan, principal at NLCS Dubai, to learn more about the IB curriculum and its benefits for Dubai students. “As a father of three high school… read more…
The future of work for Dubai students: How to converge dreams with reality
Every parent strives to drive their children to dream big, follow their passions and encourage them toward a career they will love. But it’s no secret that when we fast… read more…
Early years: What to look for when choosing a nursery in Dubai
Your child’s first day at nursery is always an emotional one for both parents and children alike. While the thought of having to choose an institution to entrust with your… read more…
