Professional cleaners at work in the Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai.
Staff prepare to welcome pupils back to the Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Pupils will return for the new Monday to Friday school week, which includes a half day on Fridays and a Saturday-Sunday weekend.
Many principals have extended the school day slightly to make up for the noon finish on Fridays.
School canteens will remain closed to help to keep pupils in class bubbles.
Professional cleaners at work in the Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai.
Pupils and staff must wear masks at all times and are being asked to sanitise their hands often.
Professional cleaners at work in the Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai.
Staff prepare to welcome pupils back to the Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Pupils will return for the new Monday to Friday school week, which includes a half day on Fridays and a Saturday-Sunday weekend.
Many principals have extended the school day slightly to make up for the noon finish on Fridays.
School canteens will remain closed to help to keep pupils in class bubbles.
Professional cleaners at work in the Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai.
Pupils and staff must wear masks at all times and are being asked to sanitise their hands often.
Professional cleaners at work in the Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai.
UAE public schools and universities to extend distance learning until January 21
Move is in line with efforts to limit the spread of Covid-19
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12 January, 2022
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