The UAE’s Ministry of Education has announced it is reintroducing distance learning from Tuesday (May 5) until Friday (May 8), for students, teachers and administrative staff across nurseries and all public and private schools nationwide.

“This measure is being taken to ensure the safety and well-being of the educational community,” the ministry says on X. “The situation will be reviewed on Friday, 8 May 2026, and the period may be extended if necessary.”