ABU DHABI // Public and private schools across the Emirates will be closed on Thursday.
Hussain Al Hammadi, Minister of Education, tweeted the announcement that private and public schools across the country will be shut tomorrow,
In Abu Dhabi, schools were closed today in anticipation of heavy rain across the emirates.
Adec made the announcement across its social media accounts on Tuesday night, stating the closure was for “the protection of students, teachers and staff in anticipation of the weather conditions".
In Dubai, Mohammed Darwish, chief of Regulations and Permits Commission at Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) said: “Due to predicted weather conditions, private schools in Dubai will remain closed on Thursday, keeping in view the safety of students and staff. Schools are advised to use their discretion to assist any students appearing for external examinations."
In Dubai, 10 schools confirmed to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) they will be closing early today due to the weather.
They are; Oasis School; Dubai English Speaking School (Oud Metha); Dubai English Speaking School (DIAC); Al Salam Private School; both branches of Jebel Ali Primary school; Emirates International School; Star International School in Mirdif; Star International School in Al Twar; GEMS Wellington International School in Al Sufouh and GEMS Metropole in Motor City.
Parents were notified via email that schools will reopen on Thursday.
Page last updated 31 December 2019