Your Guide to the School Year
At Al Ain English Speaking School, we believe a well-planned academic year supports pupils in reaching their full potential. Below, you’ll find a table with key term dates and holidays for the 2025–26 academic year.
Academic Calendar 2025-26
Winter Term | |
|---|---|
| Start of Term | Monday 25th August |
| Prophet Muhammad's Birthday | Thursday 4th September |
| Mid-term Break | Monday 13th – Friday 17th October |
| UAE Union Day | Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd December |
| End of Term 1 | Friday 12th December |
| Winter Break | Monday 15th December – Friday 2nd January |
Spring Term | |
|---|---|
| Term 2 Starts | Monday, 5th January |
| Mid-term Break | Thursday 19th and Friday 20th February |
| Eid al-Fitr | Wednesday 18th March - Saturday 21st March |
| End of Term 2 | Friday 20th March |
| Spring Break | Monday 23rd March – Friday 3rd April |
Summer Term | |
|---|---|
| Term 3 Starts | Monday 6th April |
| Eid Al Adha | Tuesday 26th - Friday 29th May* |
| Islamic New Year | Tuesday 16th June* |
| End of Term 3 | Friday 3rd July |
*Dates are provisional and may change. Government holidays are tentative and depend on official announcements. Please refrain from making any travel plans until you receive confirmation from the school.