Dubai school term dates & open days

Key academic dates — 2026/27 (KHDA framework; schools vary)

• First term starts: Mon 31 August 2026
• October mid-term break: 12–18 Oct or 19–23 Oct 2026
• Winter break: 14 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (return 4 Jan)
• February break: optional, varies by school
• Spring break: 5–11 April 2027 (return 12 Apr)
• Academic year ends: Fri 2 July 2027

School open days

Most Dubai schools hold open days between September and November for the following September intake. We list verified dates as schools and parents share them.