Private schools to remain closed on April 16, while public schools will be shut on April 16 and 17 

Dubai, Apr 15, 2024: Private schools in the UAE will remain closed on April 16 in anticipation of heavy rainfall in various parts of the country. Schools have been instructed to switch to online mode.  

Meanwhile, the Emirates Schools Education Establishment has declared the closure of all public schools in the UAE for two consecutive days – April 16, 2024 and April 17, 2024.  

The establishment posted on social media stating, “Due to the current weather conditions, the Emirates School Education Foundation decided to adopt the distance learning system for all government schools in the country on Tuesday and Wednesday, corresponding to April 16 and 17, 2024, in order to preserve the safety of students and teaching staff.”