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Hi Dubai
16 hours ago
- General
- Hi Dubai
KHDA Releases Academic Calendar for Dubai Private Schools with Key Holiday Dates
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has released the official academic calendar for all private schools in Dubai, detailing term dates and key holiday breaks for the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 academic years. Schools that begin in September will start the upcoming academic year in August 2024, with winter break commencing in early December and classes resuming in January. Spring break is scheduled for late March 2025, with students returning in early April. The academic year must not end before 27 June 2025, ensuring the minimum requirement of 182 school days is met. For schools that follow an April start, the 2025–2026 academic year will begin on 7 April 2025. Summer break starts at the end of June, followed by a return to class in late August. Winter break begins on 15 December 2025, with the academic year concluding by the end of March 2026, pending fulfillment of school day requirements. The calendar also includes tentative dates for public holidays such as Eid and UAE National Day. Schools will confirm these dates once they are officially declared by the federal government. Parents are encouraged to check individual school profiles for tailored calendars. Regardless of curriculum, all Dubai private schools are required to follow the KHDA-approved academic structure. News Source: KHDA
What's On
5 days ago
- What's On
UAE: When is Islamic New Year, and do we get a public holiday?
Mark your calendars… We just got confirmation about the Eid Al Adha 2025 holidays this June, but if you're a planner and planning ahead, we have another public holiday in the same month – Islamic New Year. Islamic New Year is also referred to as Hijri New Year. It marks the start of the Islamic lunar year (the first day of Muharram), which is based on the sighting of the new moon. Islamic New Year in 2025 is set to fall on Thursday, June 26, 2025. It won't be a long weekend, but it will bring you a mini-break in the workweek. However, a s this holiday is also tied to the moon sighting, we will have to wait for confirmation from the UAE officials. What is the significance of Hijri New Year? Hijri or Hijiri comes from the Arabic word Al Hijra meaning 'flight' or 'migration' and it marks the day that Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) travelled from Makkah to the city of Al Madina El Monawara, in the Gregorian calendar year of 622AD. What other public holidays are there in 2025? If you're curious, we do some more public holidays after Islamic New Year. Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) birthday will then fall on Friday, September 5, 2025. If it is a confirmed holiday by the UAE, this means we will get a three-day-long weekend (for those of us who have a two-day weekend). After September 2025, our next public holiday is in December for Commemoration Day and UAE National Day. Commemoration Day falls on Monday, December 1, and UAE National Day will follow directly after on December 2 and 3 which are Tuesday and Wednesday. Which means, if you enjoy a two-day weekend, you will have a lovely five-day-long weekend. However, we will have to wait for the official announcements, so stay tuned to for the announcements. Images: Unsplash > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
What are the next UAE public holidays after Eid Al Adha? Here are the big holidays of 2025
With Eid Al Adha bringing a welcome four-day weekend in early June, many across the UAE are already asking the next logical question: when's the next break? Whether you're hoping to travel, spend time with family, or simply hit pause, there's still more to look forward to this year. The UAE Cabinet has confirmed 12 official public holidays for 2025, and with Eid behind us, three are still to come. Here's a quick look at what's next and how to make the most of each one. Quick recap: Eid Al Adha in early June According to the moon-sighting committee, Arafat Day will fall on Thursday, 5 June, with Eid Al Adha beginning on Friday, 6 June. With regular weekends factored in, most UAE residents will enjoy a four-day break through Sunday, 8 June. This extended weekend marks one of the longest public holidays of the year, combining religious observance with a chance to unwind. 1. Islamic New Year – Thursday, 26 June Just a few weeks later, the UAE will mark the first day of Muharram, signalling the start of the Islamic New Year. While this is a quieter, more reflective occasion—often observed with prayer and family time—it also offers a smart opportunity for a long weekend. Since it falls on a Thursday, those who take Friday off as annual leave can enjoy another four-day break. 2. Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) Birthday – Friday, 5 September Known as Mawlid Al-Nabi , this holiday commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and lands on Friday, 5 September this year. It's traditionally observed through religious lectures, community events, and gatherings. The timing—on a Friday—naturally sets up a three-day weekend, providing a break just as the post-summer routine begins to settle in. 3. UAE National Day – Tuesday and Wednesday, 2–3 December The final—and perhaps most festive—public holiday of the year is UAE National Day, marking the unification of the Emirates in 1971. Falling on Tuesday and Wednesday, 2–3 December, this two-day celebration promises flag-waving parades, fireworks, concerts, and widespread festivities. If you're strategic, adding Monday and Thursday to your annual leave could transform the week into a five-day mini-vacation—perfect for a staycation or travel getaway to wrap up the year. A few things to remember Holiday shifts are possible: Except for Eid, the UAE government reserves the right to move holidays to the start or end of the week. No makeup days: If a public holiday falls on a weekend, it typically won't be compensated. Emirate-specific exceptions: Local governments may declare additional holidays for events unique to each emirate or institution. So while the year's major Eid holidays may be behind us, 2025 still holds a few more opportunities to unwind. Whether you're planning around spiritual observance, national pride, or simply in need of a break—mark those dates and plan ahead. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
What's On
7 days ago
- Business
- What's On
UAE confirms Eid Al Adha 2025 public holiday dates
The UAE has confirmed that Thursday, June 5 until Sunday, June 8, 2025 will be a public holiday for the public sector. Work will resume as normal on Monday, June 9, 2025. This means those of us who have a two-day weekend will enjoy a lovely four-day break. The announcement was made by the Federal Authority For Government Human Resources – UAE via X (previously Twitter). حسب تعميم للهيئة.. عطلة وقفة عرفة وعيد الأضحى للوزارات والجهات الاتحادية لهذا العام 1446هـ سوف تبدأ من 09 ذي الحجة 1446هـ الموافق يوم الخميس 05 يونيو 2025، وتستمر لغاية 12 ذي الحجة 1446هـ الموافق يوم الأحد 08 يونيو 2025م، على أن يستأنف الدوام الرسمي يوم الاثنين 09 يونيو 2025م. — FAHR (@FAHR_UAE) May 28, 2025 What is Eid Al Adha? According to tradition, Eid Al Adha is held to honour Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son, after being instructed to do so by God. Prophet Ibrahim told his son of the dream, and the son then told his father to follow the order. But God intervened, sending a sheep to take his son's place. The occasion of Eid Al Adha is usually marked with a few days off for both the public and private sectors. At the moment, the public holiday has only been announced for the public sector, but we can expect the announcement to come in for the private sector soon. What other public holidays are there in 2025? After Eid Al Adha, the next public holiday in 2025 is the Islamic New Year which will fall on Friday, June 27, 2025. Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) birthday will then fall on Monday, September 1, 2025. After September, our next public holiday is in December for Commemoration Day and UAE National Day. Commemoration Day falls on Monday, December 1, and UAE National Day will follow directly after on December 2 and 3 which is Tuesday and Wednesday. Which means, if you enjoy a two-day weekend, you will have a lovely five-day long weekend. However, we will have to wait for the official announcements, so stay tuned to for the announcements. Images: Unsplash > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
What's On
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Sheikh Hamdan celebrates his twins on their 4th birthday with personalised Dubai chocolate
Sheikh Hamdan shared a sweet greeting to his twins on their big day… On May 20, 2021 HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai announced the birth of twins, a boy and a girl, on his social media channel to the world. And yesterday, Tuesday, May 20, the adorable Rashid and Shaikha turned four – time does indeed fly. Sheikh Hamdan shared heartwarming birthday wishes on his official Instagram account stories to his 17 million followers on the happy occasion. He posted what appears to be an animated video of himself playing chess with his son and taking his daughter for a stroll in a park with the Burj Khalifa in the background. The video also included a compilation of animated photographs previously shared by him during family vacations of the two little ones with their father. The video ended with a written message – 'Happy Birthday, Shaikha and Rashid.' The real stars of the celebration were the personalised versions of the viral Dubai chocolate, featuring the names of the twins and birthday greetings. Sheikh Hamdan shared a glimpse of the custom Fix chocolate bars in the kunafa flavour, with special covers designed for the twins. The bar for Shaikha had purple motifs and delicate pink butterflies, and the bar for Rashid had what looked like a desert landscape with a green Nissan Patrol and two falcons perched on top. Sheikh Hamdan is very active on his social media account @faz3 where he shares snippets of his life here in the UAE and around the world. Here are some other sweet moments on Instagram with his Sheikh Hamdan's twins. Visiting a friend at the stables Holidaying in Mauritius Elephant watching on a safari Walking hand in hand House hunting? At the stables Enjoying the snow in France Visiting the giraffes Celebrating UAE National Day You can follow along on Sheikh Hamdan and his adventures on @faz3 > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
