Rumours debunked: UAE official school timings for new academic year remain same

The UAE Ministry of Education has refuted social media rumors about changes to public school hours, confirming that timings will remain consistent, including for kindergarten. Starting August 25, 2025, artificial intelligence will be introduced as a core subject from kindergarten through Grade 12. Additionally, a national standardized proficiency test will be implemented for Grades 4 to 11.