Education Saudi

The Deanship of the Common First Year at participated in the 45th Annual First Year Experience Conference in Seattle, bringing together global experts to discuss strategies that support students during their transition into university life.

Discussions focused on improving student engagement, academic advising, retention strategies and strengthening the academic and social transition for first year students.

University representatives also shared initiatives designed to support new students from their first weeks on campus, including early follow up systems and academic development programmes aimed at improving readiness and long term success.

students have excelled in an innovative sustainability competition, showcasing creative solutions that address environmental and community challenges.

Their entries reflected strong commitment to sustainable development and practical impact for future applications.

The achievement highlights the university’s focus on empowering students to tackle realworld problems through sustainable innovation.

Universities across the Arab world are strengthening their role in addressing misinformation through critical thinking, research, and digital literacy.

Higher education institutions are being encouraged to equip students with the skills needed to evaluate information, question sources, and navigate an increasingly complex media landscape.

By prioritising analytical thinking and responsible research, universities are helping prepare a generation capable of challenging misinformation with knowledge and evidence.

The has revealed plans to open 1900 new childcare centres by 2026, providing care and early education services for around 60,000 children across the Kingdom.

This initiative aims to support working families, improve early childhood development and enhance access to quality early learning environments.

Officials say the expansion will help strengthen workforce participation and contribute to broader social and economic goals.

The Ministry of Media reports that 94 per cent of Saudi scholarship students are pursuing higher education abroad, reflecting strong demand for international learning opportunities and global experience.

popular fields of study and ongoing eftorts es
expand educational exposure beyond the Kingdom.

Officials say these overseas pathways are central to developing a skilled workforce
aligned with economic and innovation goals under Vision 2030.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has postponed the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations in the UAE, with a review of the situation now set for 5 March 2026.

Students and schools have been advised to stay updated with the latest guidance as CBSE determines the revised schedule.

Preparation remains essential while awaiting the new confirmed dates.

Zahra Gulamhussein, Head Tutor and CEO of , explains how Al should be used as a learning partner not a shortcut by GCSE and A-Level students to improve understanding and exam technique rather than replace thinking.

At TutorHive, Al helps analyse student responses, pinpoint gaps and create personalised revision materials so students focus on improving rather than just finding answers.

Her advice to students is to use Al to ask better questions, understand mistakes and practise explaining concepts in their own words.

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Saudi Arabia is transforming education by shifting to outcome-based learning that equips students with future-ready skills under Vision 2030.

Schools such as Al-Nobala Private Schools are linking classroom learning to critical thinking, communication and digital fluency, preparing students for real-world challenges .

The Ministry of Education is enabling flexible curricula aligned with national priorities, helping graduates contribute to a knowledge-based economy

Dr Mohammed bin Mubarak Jumaʿa, Bahrain’s Minister of Education, received Dr Sami bin Ghazi Al Otaibi, Head of the Saudi Educational Mission in Manama, strengthening ties in educational cooperation between the two nations. 🇧🇭🇸🇦

The meeting highlighted ongoing collaboration in academic exchange, shared strategies for learning development and mutual support for students and educators across both countries. ✏️

Such high-level dialogue reinforces the commitment to regional collaboration in education, helping to enrich opportunities and build deeper partnerships for future generations. 📚