Dear Students and Parents,
Assalam o Alaikum,
As we come to the close of the first term, the school extends its appreciation to all students, families, and staff for their dedication and partnership throughout the academic journey so far. Please take note of the important updates and reminders below.
1. Winter Vacation & School Reopening
Winter break has begun, and school will resume on Monday, 5 January 2026.
We wish all families a restful and peaceful holiday.
2. Torch Bearers 2025 – Important Update (Event Postponed)
The Torch Bearers 2025 event, originally scheduled for 11 December 2025 at Expo City Dubai, has been postponed by the organisers.
A revised date will be communicated once confirmed. All previously received registrations will remain on record, and updated instructions will follow in due course.
3. Mid-Year Assessments (MYA) – Results & PTM
MYA results have been published on EduPage, accessible through parent and student accounts.
The Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) will take place on Friday, 10 January 2026.
Parents are strongly encouraged to attend to discuss student progress and next steps.
4. Wulfa Season – Patchi Competition (January 2026)
The school will participate in the KHDA-led Wulfa Season Patchi Design Competition, celebrating Emirati heritage through creative student-designed packaging.
Competition details:
Up to 5 designs may be submitted per school
Students must follow the official Patchi guidelines
Submission deadline: 8 January 2026
This initiative supports creativity, cultural understanding, and artistic expression.
5. Outstanding First-Term Fees
Parents are reminded to settle all outstanding fee payments before school reopens.
As per school policy:
Results will not be issued for students with pending fees
Students may face a three-day suspension if fees remain unpaid
Access to school systems may be restricted
Clearing dues on time ensures uninterrupted learning for all students.
6. School Uniform – Important Reminder
It has been observed that many students attend in PE uniforms on non-PE days, which is not permitted.
The school requests parents to ensure that students return after the break in full, proper school uniform.
The winter vacation provides ample time to purchase or replace uniform items if needed.
Maintaining uniform standards promotes identity, discipline, and pride.
7. Student ID Cards, Attendance & Late-Comer Policy
To maintain accurate attendance and campus safety:
All students must bring their Student ID card daily
Students must punch in with their ID card upon arrival
Manual attendance adjustments will only be made when justified
Late Arrival Policy
Students arriving after the morning cut-off will be marked Late
Frequent late arrivals will be closely monitored
Parents may be contacted if the pattern continues
Excessively late students may not be allowed to join morning lessons without valid reasons
8. School Policies – Please Review
Parents are encouraged to review the full set of school policies covering uniform, attendance, behaviour, assessments, safety, and communication.
All policies are available at:
👉 https://elspvtdubai.com/key-documents-and-policies/
9. Academic Calendar – Important Dates
The approved school calendar is available at:
👉 https://elspvtdubai.com/academic-calendar/
Please review and note all key dates for the remainder of the academic year.
10. Attendance Matters
Regular attendance is directly linked to academic achievement.
Parents are urged to avoid unnecessary absences and ensure students arrive on time daily.
11. Stay Connected – School News & Updates
All school announcements, achievements, and updates are shared on our News & Updates page:
👉 https://elspvtdubai.com/news-updates/
Please check this page regularly to stay informed.
Closing Note
The school extends its gratitude to all families for their cooperation throughout the first term.
We wish everyone a restful winter break and look forward to welcoming students back on Monday, 5 January 2026, ready for a successful second term.
Warm regards,
English Language Private School
