Schools in the UAE are welcoming the introduction of unified inspection standards. The Ministry of Education recently released the School Inspection Framework to standardise metrics, for rating institutions. Under the new system, private schools will be rated very weak, weak, acceptable, good, very good or outstanding. Sarah Thomas, Education Manager at Taaleem says, annual inspections are not a good idea.
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UAE President declares January 7 as Zayed the Founder Day
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared January 7 as the new annual national occasion, Zayed the Founder Day, dedicated to celebrating the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan's "enduring legacy" and carrying his values forward.
Sharjah announces temporary closure of beaches
Sharjah has temporarily closed the city’s beaches as a precaution against possible marine pollution from a recent oil spill involving a tanker.
Sheikha Latifa to lead high-level delegation to South Korea
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, will begin an official visit to South Korea tomorrow, leading a high-level delegation of government leaders and officials.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed honoured with Dubai-it Award
Dubai is recognising the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum in transforming the emirate into one of the world’s leading aviation hubs.
UAE provides AED 50 million in winter, medical aid for Gaza
The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) is providing AED 50 million worth of winter and medical aid, along with essential supplies, to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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