Eye on Education
Eye on Education
Playlist by Eye on EducationWelcome to Dubai Eye 103.8's "Eye on Education" in partnership with Cognita Schools - a dedicated program that takes you on a journey through the world of learning and explores the latest trends, insi…Follow the podcast:
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Culture, kids & Ramadan
From cultural traditions to Arabic language, Helen gets expert advice on how to get our children involved and engaged this Holy Month. And it’s easy to think that your kid would need to be a sporting star to focus on a career in the field – but could you be underestimating opportunities off-track?
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Screens in schools
Parents in the UAE are now legally responsible for their kids online lives. But how do know what they’re doing on screen in school? How much edutech is in our classrooms, what are the benefits and what do parents need to know? Helens gets the lowdown from staff and stuedents at Ranches Primary Scho…
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The power of student leadership
We’re focusing today on leadership that happens among students. From shaping school culture to influencing real decisions, student councils can give young people a meaningful voice and a sense of responsibility. We discuss how this is in practice with Sanaa Harb, Head of Post-16 at Horizon Internat…
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The importance of ECAs
Research shows variety in activity supports healthier habits over time, yet many children feel pressure to specialise early or overcommit when it comes to sports and ECAs. Helen gets the lowdown on how to encourage healthy participation and enjoyment with Gareth Moreday from Cognita Enrich Middle E…
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Raising a reader
As Emirates Lit Fest kicks off for 2026, our experts explain how the habits and confidence we build now can turn our kids into lifelong readers. Plus we meet the teen skier headed from Ski Dubai to the Winter Olympics, and talk childhood anxiety with the author aiming to tackle it.
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The reality of early-finish Fridays
The KHDA decision to shorten school hours on Fridays has reshaped the rhythm of the school week. But what does that actually look like inside a school day? Helen asks Michael Morley and Kyle Lewis of RGS Dubai. We also get advice on how to keep stress levels to a minimum during mock exams – for te…
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Play at all ages
Our kids are about to spend more time out of school on Fridays – so how do we encourage them off their screens and into their imaginations? Helen asks Leanne Galloway, Head of Early Years, Repton Dubai, and Amy Hughes, Assistant Principal, RPS. Plus, with some parents across the UAE discovering th…
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Preparing young people for the world of work
One of the UAE’s most influential business leaders, Khalaf Al Habtoor, founder and chairman of Al Habtoor Group, says students need hands-on work experience long before graduation, arguing that academic study alone isn’t enough for the modern workplace. But where are those opportunities and how can…
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Childhood and cultural identity
The UAE’s schools have been marking National Day this week, ahead of the national holiday. But what does it mean for kids here to grow up with a sense of identity, regardless of nationality? Helen is joined by Maddison Lewis from Horizon English School and Haniya Mirza, a sixth form student at Rept…
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Raising sporty kids (without pushy parenting)
It’s mathematically impossible, but 17% of parents believe they’re raising a child with international athletic potential. So, as a Repton Dubai unveils its new Sports Village alongside global football icons like Drogba, Marcelo, Pirlo and Kaká, we ask, what does healthy competition and encouragemen…
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