Clear expectations help students thrive. Below you'll find our policies on positive behaviour, attendance, examinations, and the framework we follow for handling conduct issues — based on UAE Ministry of Education standards.
UPS follows the UAE Ministry of Education's Policy on Managing Behavior in General Education Institutions (Ministerial Decree No. 619, 2017). This page outlines how we recognise positive behaviour and address behavioural offences — fairly, transparently, and in line with national standards.
The positive and exemplary behaviour of learners is rewarded according to their age, school grade, mental and physical abilities — and in a variety of meaningful ways.
Offences are classified into four levels according to seriousness and impact. Each level has its own procedures, documented and managed under the school's behaviour management framework.
Regular and punctual attendance is essential. Parents and guardians are asked to cooperate with the school in helping their children arrive on time and complete school requirements.
A student is considered late if they arrive after the bell at 8:00 AM. Late arrivals must obtain an excuse slip from the Guidance Counsellor's Office before joining class. Habitual late arrivals will result in disciplinary action.
As soon as the morning bell rings, students are expected to form their lines promptly and quietly, ready for the Flag Ceremony.
Absence without reason is not allowed. Upon returning, students must present a written excuse from a parent or guardian to the class adviser. Children returning after a contagious illness must secure a clearance slip from the school clinic.
Any student who is absent more than 20% of the total school days in a year may be dropped according to Department of Education regulations. Parents are updated on accumulated absences during quarterly progress reports.
Parents wishing to take their child home before dismissal time must request assistance from the Guidance Counsellor to secure a signed permit from the subject teacher. Reasons may include document renewals, scheduled check-ups, or family emergencies. Final approval comes from the Principal's Office.
Students who become ill or have minor accidents at school may be collected by parents earlier than dismissal time after securing a clearance from the school clinic.
Quizzes are given as the teacher sees fit. Unit tests follow the completion of each unit of study. Quarterly/Periodical Examinations are scheduled four times per school year for Kindergarten, Grade School, and High School.
Absences during Quarterly Examination days must be avoided. Under unavoidable circumstances such as sickness or accident, students should make up examinations as soon as possible.
The Quarterly Progress Report is the official update to parents regarding student performance. It is issued after each grading period.
Parents and guardians should inspect, sign, and return the Progress Report to the class adviser within three (3) days.
For complete details on student conduct, expectations, and procedures, see our Students & Parents Handbook.