Embarking on the journey of sending your child to school is a momentous occasion for parents, filled with excitement and perhaps a touch of anxiety. Navigating the enrollment process becomes crucial, particularly when considering the minimum age requirements set by the Ministry of Education (MOE) in the UAE, as outlined in Resolution No. 24, effective since 2021.

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Age Requirements Breakdown:

Pre-Kindergarten:

• For schools starting in September, children entering FS1 or Pre-KG must be three years old on or before August 31st.
• For schools commencing in April, children enrolling in Pre-KG must have reached the age of three on or before March 31st.

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Kindergarten:

• For schools starting in September:
  • Children entering FS2 or KG1 must be four years old by August 31st.
  • Children entering Year 1 or KG2 must be five years old by August 31st.
• For schools commencing in April:
  • Children enrolling in KG1 must be four years old by March 31st.
  • Children enrolling in KG2 must be five years old by March 31st.

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Primary/Elementary School:

• For schools starting in September, children entering Grade One or Year 2 must be six years old by August 31st.
• For schools starting in April, children entering Grade One must be six years old by March 31st.

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Age Calculators for UAE Schools: To simplify the admission process, many private schools in the UAE provide online age calculators on their official websites. Parents can input their child’s date of birth and the academic year, and the system will generate the eligible grade or year group.

This user-friendly tool empowers parents with accurate information, streamlining the admission process and aiding informed decisions for their child’s education. By utilizing the online age calculator, parents can ensure a seamless and well-informed start to their child’s educational journey.