Back to School for Kuwait Secondary Students on Sunday

02/05/2026

Back to School for Kuwait Secondary Students on Sunday

KUWAIT CITY, May 2: Kuwait secondary schools will resume in-person classes on Sunday, following weeks of online classes introduced amid exceptional security circumstances, the Ministry of Education announced.

The move follows a Cabinet decision mandating the return of students, teachers, and administrative staff to classrooms, with the Ministry confirming full readiness to implement the transition under a comprehensive plan designed to ensure safety and continuity.

The shift marks a new phase in the country’s approach to balancing educational continuity with security considerations, after more than a month of remote learning triggered by recent regional tensions.

During the disruption, the education system transitioned swiftly to online platforms, supported by upgraded digital infrastructure and continuous technical monitoring. Classes were delivered via Microsoft Teams under a structured schedule, while technical support teams were deployed across educational districts to address system issues and safeguard platform security.

The Ministry also introduced a series of academic adjustments, including postponing short tests and later adopting alternative “achievement assessment” mechanisms for core subjects. School hours for secondary students were revised to a daily schedule running from 9:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., with six class periods aimed at optimizing curriculum delivery.

Education Minister Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabai said new exam frameworks would reflect the reduced curriculum and ensure students are adequately prepared following the remote learning period. He also directed the adoption of fair assessment methods for supplementary subjects.

While secondary students return to classrooms, distance learning will continue for kindergarten, primary, and intermediate levels across public, private, and religious schools, as well as adult education programs. In special education schools, teacher attendance will be required, while student attendance will remain optional based on parental preference.

The Ministry emphasized that all measures are guided by student welfare and educational stability, alongside ongoing coordination with relevant authorities to monitor developments.

In parallel with crisis management, the Ministry continued its development initiatives, including expanding digital learning resources through a newly launched digital library and advancing artificial intelligence integration in education. Psychological support services were also enhanced through the launch of the “Istashir” online platform, offering confidential counseling to students and families.

Kuwait had shifted to nationwide online classes on February 28 amid regional tensions that lasted over 40 days and impacted both civilian and security sectors.

Authorities reiterated their commitment to maintaining a safe and stable educational environment, pledging to announce any further measures through official channels as needed.