Dubai: PCR Not Mandatory for Unvaccinated Private Schools Students

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) said that It's not mandatory for students enrolled in Dubai's private schools to get vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit negative PCR test results to go back to in-person learning.

KHDA clarified that eligible school staff who do not wish to have the vaccine must submit a negative PCR test each week.

It also announced that students will be back at school for face-to-face learning by October 3.

From the start of the academic year until September 30, parents will have the choice of distance learning or face-to-face learning for their children.

After this date, students who wish to continue with distance learning must provide a medical certificate issued by Dubai Health Authority (DHA).

In the new academic year, we’ll be #TogetherAgainDubai! Schools will be offering full-time face-to-face learning, including sports, events and excursions. Parents will have the choice of continuing with distance learning until October 3. More info: https://t.co/RJ0kN86q2y pic.twitter.com/Ew782X1QbV

— KHDA (@KHDA) August 23, 2021

Class groups or grade/year levels may temporarily switch to distance learning if positive cases of COVID-19 are detected.