Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia follows a three-term academic structure aligned with UAE national holidays and Islamic observances. Below you will find the complete term dates for the 2025–26 academic year.
When Does the School Year Start and End?
The 2025–26 academic year begins on Thursday 4 September 2025 and ends on Friday 3 July 2026.
Term 1 — Winter Term
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Term starts | Thursday 4th September 2025 |
| Prophet's Birthday (school closed) | Friday 5th September 2025* |
| Half-term break (school closed) | Monday 13th – Wednesday 15th October 2025 |
| Commemoration Day & UAE National Day (school closed) | Monday 1st – Tuesday 2nd December 2025* |
| Term ends | Friday 5th December 2025 |
Term 2
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Term starts | Monday 5th January 2026 |
| Ramadan begins (reduced hours) | Wednesday 18th February 2026* |
| Term ends | Friday 13th March 2026 |
Term 3
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Term starts | Monday 30th March 2026 |
| Arafat Day & Eid al Adha (school closed) | Tuesday 26th – Friday 29th May 2026* |
| Islamic New Year (school closed) | Tuesday 16th June 2026* |
| Term ends | Friday 3rd July 2026 |
* Holidays are subject to approval from the KHDA and are subject to change
3 Terms
Academic Structure
Sep–Jul
School Year
5 Days
School Week
School Timings at a Glance
Our school day runs from Sunday to Thursday, with an early finish on Fridays.
- Monday–Thursday: Foundation Stage drop-off 7:30 AM-7.55 AM, dismiss 1:15 PM
- Monday–Thursday: Key Stage 1/Key Stage 2 drop-off 7.30-7.55 AM, dismiss 3:00 PM
- Friday: All students dismiss 11:30 AM
For full details, visit our School Timings page.
Planning Your Move to Dubai?
If you are relocating to Dubai, our admissions team can help you plan around the academic calendar. Contact us to discuss the best time for your child to join.