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Abu Dhabi's Top Summer Camps 2026
Looking for ways to keep the children entertained during Abu Dhabi's long, hot summer? From theme park adventures and zoo encounters to snow parks, pony camps and cultural experiences, we've rounded up some of Abu Dhabi's top summer camps for 2026. Whether your child loves animals, sport, science or simply staying busy, our guide highlights some of the capital's best options.
The Ultimate Guide to Dubai Summer Camps 2026
From snow parks and science labs to golf academies, theatre camps and trampoline parks, we've rounded up some of Dubai's top summer camps for 2026. Whether your child loves sport, creativity, technology or simply staying busy, our guide covers activities, themes, dates, locations and key information to help families find the right fit.
Dubai Academic Calendar 2026–27: When Do Schools Go Back? When is Half Term?
Booking your 2026 summer break and need to know when the kids start school for the 2026-27 academic year? Or are you already planning ahead for family holidays in 2027? Here’s what we know about the academic calendar for Dubai.
UK Boarding - Summer Schools 2026: The Best Programmes for Students
A summer school at a UK school is one of the best ways for students to experience British education and culture first-hand.
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Less Time Off, Longer Terms: UAE’s New School Calendar Explained
The UAE has confirmed its unified school calendar for the next three years, bringing clarity after months of anticipation. With spring break reduced to one week and winter break returning to three weeks, the rhythm of the school year is shifting. Here’s what parents need to know and what it may mean for family life.
UPDATED! Best UK Summer Schools 2025: Top Residential & Day Programmes
It may feel like you've only just packed away the Christmas decorations, but now is the time to start exploring options if you want to secure a place at one of the UK's top summer schools.
Beat the Summer Slide: Fun Ways to Keep Your Child Learning All Summer Long
Keep your child’s mind active during the summer holidays while still enjoying family time and relaxation. Here’s how to strike the perfect balance.
UAE Summer Camps 2024
With the summer holidays less than a month away, we've put together a list of some of the best summer camps to keep kids of all ages busy and having fun! Whether they're sporty, creative, adventurous or all three - there really is something for everyone.
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Beat the Heat: Weekend Activities for Kids in Dubai
Weekends in the UAE's summer heat can be a tough time to keep the kids entertained. We've put together a list of indoor activities across Dubai for you to try out.
10 Awesome & Educational Podcasts For Teens
The world is full of fascinating stories, ideas, and knowledge waiting to be explored - but trying to find them can feel daunting. Podcasts are a fantastic way to tune in while on the go, doing chores, or just relaxing - we've put together a list of 10 incredible podcasts that are guaranteed to spark a teens imagination while also being educational.
Are School Summer Holidays Too Long?
As some state schools and local authorities in the UK propose reducing the summer break – and a few have already reformed their academic calendars – the question arises: Is the concept of an extended school holiday outdated?
Eid: 9-Week Summer Holiday Looking Likely
Dubai's education regulator, the KHDA, is giving Dubai's private schools the opportunity to close for the summer on June 28th, which coincides with the Eid holiday.
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Win a Wobbel: Unleash Your Child's Imagination!
During the sweltering UAE summer, it’s all too easy to rely on screen time as a way of keeping children occupied. But what if we told you there’s a secret to keeping kids of all ages occupied for hours, and it’s got nothing to do with technology or TV screens?
8 Awesome Ideas to End the School Year
With the end of another unusual school year quickly approaching, students are preparing to say goodbye to teachers and friends. Whether you’re looking to plan a virtual or socially distanced class send-off, here’s how to keep the end-of-the-year celebrations alive!
Best Summer Activities for Kids, Sharjah, Dubai
Many families will be staying in Dubai this summer and looking for the best family days out to keep the kids entertained and happy. Now that many of the Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, there are an increasing number of activities available, albeit all with a handful of restrictions still in place. Our team have come up with this fantastic list of options at every price point.
Dubai Summer Camps, Theme Parks Open!
The gradual re-opening of Dubai continues apace with news that summer camps and theme parks are now allowed to open to the general public. Boys, girls. and parents... rejoice!
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U-Turn on UAE Travel for Tourism - It's Allowed
Officials have now announced that travel from the UAE is allowed after all, after a statement last week said that travel for tourism or leisure has yet to be permitted with exemptions, including the ability to travel to your home country - so long as that is where you are a national - and the ability to travel for study.
Unipod 9: How to Get Ahead This Summer
Summer's coming... Time for you to take a well earned break - for the first week or so. Then use your time intelligently: Start to think about gaps or deficiencies you have academically, but also in terms of where you want to go and to be, and use the summer sun to fuel a version of you you'll be happier with come to the start of the next academic year... By Josie Campbell, Buket Ayaz and, this week, David Turner.
Official UAE School Holidays 2022 - Details
With October half term nearly upon us, many families will be looking ahead and hoping to make plans for the remainder of this year. Here's a reminder of what to expect.
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Beat the Heat! UAE Summer Camps 2019
The long summer holidays are nearly upon us and what better way to keep your children happily entertained than with a busy and active summer camp. We have scoured Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates to bring you the best of the UAE's summer camps for 2019.
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KHDA's 8-Week Streak Challenge to UAE Students
Children at summer camps or on holiday away from the UAE, can still participate and win weekly prizes by using social media to send in images of themselves engaged in their activities...
Keeping Kids Safe at Summer Camp
As the UAE summer heat hits searing hot, and our children are indoors for increasingly long stretches of the day, parents across the country will looking for ways to fill children's time during the long school summer holidays.
Summer Camps 2018! THE BIG LIST!
Stuck for what to do with the kids this summer? Well, don't be...WhichSchoolAdvisor.com has got your back! Our 2018 BIG list of summer camp details is bigger than ever before. No matter what they like doing, there's an ideal summer activity just for them...
2018/19 Start Date of UAE Schools Announced
The Ministry of Education has announced the academic calendar for 2018-19 with the start date of the year, plus the dates for winter and spring breaks. Start planning your hols now!
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New Schools Opening in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah in 2027 and 2028
From prestigious British school names with centuries of history to established UAE education groups expanding their reach, a new wave of schools is set to open across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah in 2027 and 2028. We look at what's coming, where the new campuses will be and what families can expect.
