The UAE Ministry of Education has confirmed that all schools, including public and private institutions, will reopen for in-person learning starting April 20, 2026. This decision follows the completion of necessary readiness measures, which include facility preparations and staff training to ensure a safe learning environment. Private schools will have the option to adopt a hybrid model if needed, allowing for flexibility based on individual school readiness and compliance with health regulations. The ministry emphasized that schools choosing the hybrid approach must manage staff deployment effectively to maintain educational quality, ensuring that teachers are not burdened with delivering both in-person and remote lessons simultaneously. Additionally, all educational institutions are required to remain prepared for potential shifts to alternative learning modes to ensure continuity of education.