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المملكة: Education: 19 weeks for the second semester… and 11 days of study during Ramadan


The blessed Ramadanby reducing school days, with the aim of enabling millions of students and parents to plan in advance and ensure that the educational process proceeds with flexibility that balances academic achievement and social stability.

The Ministry has set tomorrow, Sunday, 29 Rajab 1447 AH, as the date for the start of the second semester, which will continue on a long educational journey extending until Thursday, 10 Muharram 1448 AH.

The approved calendar revealed that the total number of school days The actual duration will be 92 days in the various regions of the Kingdom, with the exception of areas subject to special arrangements stipulated in the calendar.

Study during Ramadan

In an exceptional step that addresses the needs of students, the Ministry decided to limit itself to only 11 school days during the holy month of Ramadan, taking into account the nature of fasting and worship in the holy month.

The Ministry confirmed that the semester schedule includes three diverse vacations for a total of 28 A day, which provides sufficient rest periods to renew students’ activity and break the stagnation of the long semester.

She explained that this precise time distribution aims to create an ideal balance between academic discipline and the necessary rest periods for male and female students and all employees of the educational field.

She indicated that the reduction of school days in Ramadan came in accordance with flexible arrangements that ensure that educational objectives are not disturbed, while maintaining the flow of the curriculum without pressure.

The Ministry stressed that Announcing these details early reflects its keenness on transparency and clarity, to enable families to arrange their life schedules and vacations in an organized and comfortable manner.

The new calendar shows a clear response to social and religious requirements, as it intelligently balances the length of the semester with the urgent need for relief during the month of fasting.

She stressed that this structure will ensure complete stability of study schedules and tests, which contributes to raising the efficiency of academic achievement and providing a stimulating educational environment. And stable.

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