The Kuwait Ministry of Education has issued an official circular through the General Directorate of Educational Districts addressed to all secondary school principals, outlining a structured framework for school operations following the decision of the Kuwait Council of Ministers to resume in-person attendance for secondary school students starting Sunday, May 3, 2026, marking a full return to structured academic schedules.

The circular introduced several key regulations governing the school day, most notably the complete cancellation of morning assembly, with the official school day for students and teachers assigned to the first period beginning at 8:00 AM sharp alongside the start of the first class, ensuring a more streamlined and time-efficient schedule.

The Ministry emphasized the critical role of department heads in monitoring teacher attendance and adherence to official class timings, reinforcing discipline and operational efficiency within schools, while also ensuring fair distribution of teaching loads among staff in accordance with approved regulations.

Regarding attendance procedures, the circular mandates daily biometric check-ins for all teachers and administrative staff, allowing teachers to leave the school premises after completing their assigned classes unless additional duties are assigned by school management, thereby enhancing accountability and administrative control.

On the organizational front, school principals have been tasked with developing clear systems to manage physical education and elective classes in a way that supports both student safety and educational continuity, while also ensuring smooth student entry procedures and a well-prepared school environment that guarantees a safe and productive return to classrooms.