UAE Schools Winter Vacation 2025
UAE Schools Winter Vacation 2025: The Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates has officially announced that students will begin their winter vacation on December 8, 2025 and the break will continue until January 4, 2026 this schedule provides students with a proper holiday period while allowing schools to manage exams and other academic activities efficiently.
Teaching and administrative staff will start their holidays a week later, beginning on December 15 this staggered schedule ensures that make-up examinations and professional training sessions for teachers can be conducted without disrupting student learning or administrative workflow.
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| Event | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Student Winter Vacation | Dec 8, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | Scheduled holiday for all students |
| Staff Winter Vacation | From Dec 15, 2025 | Teaching and administrative staff holiday |
| Make-up Exams | Dec 8 – 12, 2025 | For students who missed regular exams |
| Second Semester Start | Jan 5, 2026 | New semester begins after vacation |
| First-Semester Results | Jan 7 – 9, 2026 | Review and publication of results |
| Total Instructional Days | 178 Days | Across three semesters for 2025–2026 |
Winter Vacation Make-Up Exams and Teacher Training
During the student holiday from December 8 to 12, make-up examinations will take place for those who missed their regular exams at the same time teachers will participate in the third round of professional training to improve teaching quality and prepare for the second semester.
This overlap allows both students and staff to complete necessary academic and professional tasks efficiently schools are coordinating the schedule to ensure that all exams and training programs are completed smoothly before the vacation ends.
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Academic Year Semester Schedule – Key Points
- First semester: 67 instructional days over 14 weeks
- Second semester: 47 instructional days over 9 weeks
- Third semester: 64 instructional days over 13 weeks
- Includes five official UAE holidays in the third semester
- Total instructional days: approximately 178
Important Dates for Students and Staff – Quick Reference
- Winter vacation for students: December 8, 2025 – January 4, 2026
- Winter vacation for staff: December 15, 2025 onward
- Make-up examinations: December 8 – 12, 2025
- Second semester start: January 5, 2026
- First-semester results review: January 7 – 9, 2026
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