New Dec 31 age cut-off for UAE school admissions takes effect
When schools reopen at the end of this month, institutes in the UAE will begin implementing a new age cut-off date of December 31 for admissions, replacing the previous August 31 deadline.
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When schools reopen at the end of this month, institutes in the UAE will begin implementing a new age cut-off date of December 31 for admissions, replacing the previous August 31 deadline. The change, announced by the Ministry of Education in December 2025 and now being rolled out across private schools in Dubai under KHDA guidance, has prompted schools to rethink admissions processes, expand classroom capacity and engage in deeper conversations with parents about what it truly means for a child to be ready for school.
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Reported by: Khaleej Times 13 Aug 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Khaleej Times →
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