Schools in the UAE are beginning to bring back outdoor activities, including physical education classes, assemblies, and break times, following updated guidance from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). The move comes after weeks of restrictions, when outdoor activities were suspended as a precaution during regional tensions that had also led to a shift to distance learning.
The return will be gradual and carefully managed, with schools reintroducing outdoor elements in phases based on safety conditions and official approvals. Authorities say the decision reflects improving stability and is another step toward normal school routines after students recently returned to classrooms. Schools are continuing to prioritize student wellbeing while ensuring all activities follow updated safety measure.
