UAE schools ban social media use for students under 15

During the 2026-2027 academic year, schools in the United Arab Emirates have implemented a ban on social media use for students under the age of 15. To maintain communication, administrations have transitioned to secure institutional channels, including educational platforms, school portals, official email, and dedicated parent channels for alerts and approvals.

This restructuring aims to separate personal social media accounts from the educational environment to enhance digital safety. The policy focuses on preventing issues such as cyberbullying, unauthorized content sharing, and other digital behaviors that could impact student safety or learning. Experts note that the success of these measures relies on cooperation between schools and families to monitor digital responsibility.