Health and safety of children are a matter of prime concern. The government has several regulations to maintain, promote and oversee children’s health and safety. Vaccinations are mandatory from birth until they reach Grade 11. Corporal punishment is banned, and there are measures to prevent bullying.
The UAE Government mandates vaccinations to children from the time they are born to the time they reach Grade 11. In addition, all schools and their food suppliers in the UAE must follow the healthy nutritional guidelines issued by the authorities concerned, to ensure providing healthy foods for schoolchildren. Read about initiatives for strengthening children's health in the UAE.
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