Kuwait Ministry Of Education Tightens School Discipline Rules

On February 24, 2026, Kuwait's Ministry of Education announced a stringent set of measures aimed at enhancing discipline and attendance in schools, as articulated by Assistant Undersecretary for Educational Affairs Eng. Hamad Abdullah Al-Hamad. The new directives include mandatory short quizzes on specific weekdays, strict grading protocols, and a requirement that only sick leave certificates from government hospitals will be accepted. The ministry emphasized that schools must submit daily absence reports, and any students missing tests will not be allowed to retake them. Al-Hamad stated, "These measures are designed to instill discipline in schools and ensure the smooth continuation of the academic year across Kuwait," highlighting the importance of maintaining high attendance rates and adherence to educational regulations. The ministry's commitment to accountability is reflected in the evaluation of school administrations based on student attendance metrics, which are deemed key indicators of institutional performance (ProPakistani, February 24, 2026).