The Ministry of Education reported that Minister Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei inspected an educational cultural center at Khaled Al-Mudhaf School in the Capital Educational Area during a tour accompanied by Undersecretary Khaled Al-Rashid and Assistant Undersecretary Hamad Al-Hamad. The visit allowed the minister to review ongoing programs, observe interactive classroom sessions in core subjects and discuss implementation details with teaching staff and participants. According to the ministry the tour reinforced the role of summer initiatives in addressing skill gaps and rebuilding learning motivation before classes resume.
Ministry figures show that 7,560 students from grades one to nine have enrolled at the 12 free centers which opened on August 2 with specialized instructors following technical guidance department plans. High demand led the minister to order a one-week extension of operations through August 27 instead of the original August 19 closing to accommodate more participants. The centers deliver foundational instruction in Arabic English and mathematics while incorporating active learning methods play-based exercises peer collaboration workshops and competitions.
The ministry stated that these programs move beyond traditional remedial teaching to create engaging experiences that develop critical thinking communication skills teamwork and self-confidence among students. Al-Tabtabaei highlighted how the strong turnout at the centers reflects clear interest from both pupils and parents in the summer educational activities. Continuous monitoring of program quality and measurable student benefits will guide adjustments to maximize impact during the extended period.
Such efforts form part of broader preparations for the 2026-2027 academic year in a national system that the Ministry of Education indicated served more than 520,000 students in the preceding term with the majority attending public schools. The summer support targets younger learners in particular to ensure smoother grade transitions and stronger foundational competencies across the public network. Data from previous years compiled by the ministry underscore the scale of enrollment that these targeted interventions aim to bolster.
The ministry added that teaching administrative and supervisory teams at the centers have created a stimulating environment that supports academic recovery after the break. Al-Tabtabaei commended their contributions while stressing the need for ongoing evaluation of results to align with goals for a stable and successful school opening. Additional centers and flexible scheduling have expanded access to these no-cost resources for families seeking to maintain educational momentum.
