UAE gradual ‘return’ to schools on Feb 14

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ABU DHABI, Feb 3, (KUNA): The UAE announced on Wednesday that it will allow a gradual and phased return of all grades to on-site government school classes across the country, starting from February 14 until the end of the current school year.

The UAE Ministry of Education confirmed in a press release that, in coordination with Emirates Foundation for School Education, the option of online education will remain available until the end of the school year, taking into account the importance of coordination between parents and school principals.

The plan was developed after studying the health situation according to recommendations of competent authorities, the statement added, pointing out that the students’ parents in this framework are key partners in the educational system. It underlined the importance of adhering to precautionary measures, COVID-19 preventive protocols and health measures in order to avoid the application of laws.

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