On 22 June, Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) announced on Twitter that schools in Dubai will reopen in September. It further added that a few things might look different, but others won’t change. Besides, schools are making sure children are healthy and safe, and giving them the best learning experience possible.
Schools will be reopening in the new academic year; some things might look different, but others won’t change – making sure children are healthy & safe, and giving them the best learning experience possible. #InThisTogetherDubai #NewDaysNewWays
— KHDA | هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية بدبي (@KHDA) June 22, 2020
As per KHDA’s latest update, all schools and universities in Dubai can reopen for the next academic year provided they adhere to certain rules and regulations. Here’s how schools will welcome back students for the next academic year:
Guidelines Schools Will Follow
- Regular temperature checks
- Reducing classroom capacity
- Ensuring strict social distancing measures
- Limiting gatherings like assemblies, sports events and other activities that will require large groups of students
- Staggered meal times to avoid over crowding
- Sterilizing the school premises including all class rooms, libraries, and other activity areas
- Ensuring a trained health professional is in campus at all times
- School buses will operate at 30% capacity, with temperature checks done prior to boarding
That said, KHDA also added that no one rule will work perfectly for all schools. Each school will operate in a way that best suits them so all guidelines are met. Here are some options schools might pick:
- Schools can choose a full return to classrooms. That would mean all students return to classroom at the same time
- Continuing distance learning on a part- time basis
- Staggered shift basis- where students will be split on basis of shifts
Besides, as of now no decision has been about the reopening of nurseries andnd early learning centres.
What Else?
Stand-alone eateries in Dubai are now welcoming adults over 60, and children below 12. Below is a list of restaurants in Dubai where kids can enjoy a hearty meal!
1. Ella’s Eatery
Timings: 8 AM – 10 PM
Location: Palm View East, The Palm
Contact: 04 557 0984
2. Baker’s Kitchen
Timings: 8 AM – 6.30 PM
Location: Dusit Princess Residences, Dubai Marina
Contact: 050 840 9936
3. Bombay Brasserie
Timings: 6 PM – 11 PM (opening from 4 June)
Location: Taj Dubai, Business Bay
Contact: 04 438 3222
4. Brunch & Cake
Timings: 8 AM – 10 PM
Location: Wasl 51, Al Wasl Road
Contact: 800 472 6362
5. Bystro Dubai
Timings: 9 AM – 5 PM
Location: Al Manara
Contact: 04 336 8056
6. Casette
Timings: 8:30 AM – 6 PM
Location: The Courtyard, Al Quoz
Contact: 04 349 1966
7. Cafe Confetti
Timings: 8 AM – 9 PM
Location: Cluster U, Jumeirah Lake Towers
Contact: 04 554 6206
8. Circle Café
Timings: Varied timings
Location: Business Bay and Dubai Sports
Contact: 800 247 253
9. Common Grounds
Timings: 8 AM – 4 PM
Location: Almas Tower, Jumeirah Lake Towers
Contact: 056 511 8733
10. Couqley French Bistro & Bar
Timings: 1 PM – 10:50 PM
Location: Cluster A, Jumeirah Lake Towers
Contact: 04 514 9339
11. Maria Bonita
Timings: 12 PM – 11 PM
Location: Umm Al Sheif Street, Umm Suqeim
Contact: 04 395 5576
12. McGettigan’s JLT
Timings: 12 PM – 3 PM (Kids eat free, one child per full paying adult)
Location: Bonnington Hotel, Cluster J, JLT
Contact: 04 356 0470
13. Monty’s
Timings: 6:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Location: Montgomerie Golf Club, Emirates Hills
Contact: 04 888 3444
14. The Rose & Crown
Timings: 11 AM – 11 PM
Location: Al Habtoor City
Contact: 04 437 0022
15. Tom&Serg
Timings: 9 AM – 4 PM
Location: Al Joud Center, Al Quoz
Contact: 056 474 6812
16. Tortuga
Timings: 6 PM – 10 PM
Location: Jumeirah Mina A’Salam
Contact: 04 432 3232
17. Pulcinella
Timings: 11:30 AM – 11 PM
Location: Canal Residence, Dubai Sports City
Contact: 04 277 6281
18. Reform Social & Grill
Timings: 8 AM – 11 PM
Location: The Lakes
Contact: 04 4545 2638
19. The Irish Village
Timings: 11 AM – 10 PM
Location: 31a Street, Al Garhoud
Contact: 04 282 4750
20. Eloquent Elephant
Timings: 12 PM – 11 PM
Location: Taj Dubai, Business Bay
Contact: 04 438 3100
21. Fuchsia Urban Thai
Timings: 12 PM – 11 PM
Location: Barsha Heights and Bay Square
Contact: 04 361 7117
22. Arabian Ranches Golf Club
Timings: 6:30 AM – 11 PM
Location: Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Arabian Ranches 1
Contact: 04 366 4700
23. Arrows and Sparrows
Timings: 8 AM – 10 PM
Location: Emaar Business Park
Contact: 04 558 8141
24. GolosItalia
Timings: 7 AM – 12 PM
Location: Cluster C, Jumeirah Lake Towers
Contact: 04 443 4955
25. Jones the Grocer
Timings: 7 AM – 4 PM
Location: Emirates Golf Club
Contact: 04 417 9999
26. Lime Tree Café
Timings: Various timings
Location: Various locations
Contact: 04 325 6325
27. Luigia
Timings: 4 PM – 11 PM
Location: Rixos Premium
Contact: 04 349 6950
28. Maison Mathis
Timings: 9 AM – 10 PM
Location: Arabian Ranches 1
Contact: 04 450 1313
Safety Rules
- There will be no buffet, only Alacarte menus
- Appropriate social distancing measures will be in place
- There can only be a maximum of 4 guests per table
- Guests will only be permitted to stay for 3 hours maximum
- Masks must be worn when moving around the restaurant and can be taken off whilst seated and eating
Also read: Safest Travel Destinations Of 2020
First Published: June 23, 2020 12:13 PM