We’re joined by Dr Chris Willard, psychologist, a Harvard Medical School Faculty member, with expertise spanning anxiety, mindfulness, and meditation And Hayley Lamb, Vice Principal at Ranches Primary School and Coral Leach, School Counsellor at Horizon International School talking about the importance of teaching empathy to children.

Find out how you can become a supportive parent without being overbearing And get top tips from the experts on relieving exam stress for students.

This week's Eye On Education discusses health, nutrition, and body positivity in schools, and addressing issues like weighing, body shaming, and sugar in schools. Dr. Hala El-Shafie from Sage Clinics and Dr. Katherine Morris, the Doctor at Horizon English School emphasizes sensitive discussions and collaboration between parents and schools for student well-being.

21 March 2024: Barry the Cyber Guy explores a range of pressing topics in the realm of technology and cybersecurity, including AI-generated content and privacy concerns, cybersecurity threats in gaming, financial scams targeting young users, smart home device security, and the educational shift towards technology, offering valuable insights and strategies for safeguarding against emerging threats. James Pillar from Horizon International School discusses the transformative potential of AI tools in revolutionizing the process of lesson planning and content creation, catering to the diverse needs and curriculum requirements of students, thereby enhancing the educational experience. Prof. Dr. Eman AbuKhousa from the University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Dubai delves into the differences between traditional teaching methods and applied learning, particularly in AI and tech courses, shedding light on the evolving landscape of education and its integration with emerging technologies.

14 March 2024: Talking Ramadan, how it effects the classroom and the community element of Iftar. Hanan Ezzeldin from Family Hub on fasting, kindness and explaining the concept of Ramadan to children. Ahmad Alobeidyeen, Head of Islamic at Ranches Primary School. Ali Gomaa, Head of Islamic at Horizon English School.

07 March 2024: Talking all things Financial Management for kids with experts Steve Cronin from Dead Simple Saving, Hayley Lamb, Vice Principal at RPS and Adam Lake, Assistant Head Teacher at HES.

29 February 2024: Live from the Dubai International Boat Show. This week is Literacy Week and Thursday, we are celebrating the love of creative writing for kids. Annamieke, is the founder of The Young Author Academy, through this, young writers now can become a published author and have their book available on the global Amazon Store. Karim Saddiqi, Year 5 Pupil at Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai has written a book called "The Mansion of Mysteries". We also talk to Stephen Quinn, Head of Primary at Horizon International School and Kerrie Brown, Head of English at Horizon English School.

22 February 2024: Joining us Live at Dubai Duty Free Tennis is Teenage Coach, Lucie Jones who is helping us handle those teenage years. Talking about inclusion in sports we have James Bennet, Head of PE at RGS. Last but not least, we have Chad Witcomb, Head of Inclusion at HES covering inclusion in Birthday Parties.

08 February 2024: Chatting with Lizzie Varley and Amy Carroll about children’s mental health in schools - what should be in place to support, the processes of getting help, and more. We also addressed physical health with nutritionist and author Nathalie Curabba. 14 year old Hana from Horizon International School tells us all about women in STEM.

01 February 2024: Four amazing guests on the show today to talk about the Love of Reading. Baroness Floella Benjamin DBE is a Trinidadian-British broadcaster, writer and politician. Lucie Wullschleger created Sharing Stories from her living room - a Kids Library delivered to your door. Rebecca Cregan, Assistant Principal at Horizon International School and lastly Charlotte Grieves, Head of Prep at RGS.

25 January 2024 To kick off Eye On Education today we caught up with Dr. Arif Khan, a British Board certified Consultant Pediatric Neurologist and the founder of Neuropedia Neuroscience Centre. We spoke with Hayley Lamb, Vice Principal of Ranches Primary School and Nick Hart, Principal of Horizon English School about the importance of teachers and how to protect the wellbeing of our educators.

18 January 2024 This week's focus is on children learning multiple languages in schools. Mary Kiteou Speech and Language Therapist talks about the importance of language development in children and how it contributes to their overall cognitive and social growth. Emma Ledger the Principal of RPS shares her perspective on the importance of language education at Ranches Primary School and how it fits into the overall educational ethos of the school. Sajida Albashir, Arabic Teacher at RGS, tells us why students often find learning Arabic challenging and how she encourages them to love learning arabic.

11 January 2024: For this week on Eye on Education we focused on exam prep. How much study is too much, how can we deal with the anxiety that can come during exam periods and what is plagiarism? Deputy Vice-Principal For Learning and Teaching, Vanessa Northway at Heriot-Watt University covers plagiarism and University applications, Dr Romena Toki - Clinical Psychologist, Child, Adolescent & Adult Specialist at Sage Clinics helps us get a handle on the anxiety surrounding exams. We also get advice from Lewis Rattray, Deputy Head Academic Senior School, Repton Dubai School and Darren Gale, Principal at Horizon International School.

It’s time to go back to school! Want to know how to get your kids back into a routine after holidays? We have the experts to help! Kicking things off with the incredible Principal Lisa who is answering any questions you may have. We also talk to Stephanie Nazarian, Assistant Headteacher at HES and Charlotte Grieves, Head of Prep at RGS to get their advice on how to get kids excited to get back into the classroom.

07 December 2023: We talk to Ela Naseri, Conscious Parenting Coach - all about parenting for calm homes. Paul Oliver joins us - the co-founder of Absolute Adventures and the co-founder & board member of Gulf for Good. Nick Hart, Principal at Horizon English School, he has an MBA Educational Leadership as well as writing publications on culture in schools and we also talk to Rebecca Cregan, Assistant Principal at Horizon International School

We chat with Miss Autumn, First Forest and Beach School Leader in the UAE, and runs Educational Nature Sessions. Lydia Grundy from Ranches Primary School and Charlotte Grieves, Deputy Head of Prep at Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai.

Embracing diversity in and out of the classroom is vital for fostering inclusive education. Today we're exploring the profound impact of diverse perspectives on learning and society, and what that can look like. We catch up with Hanan Ezzeldin, who offers Family & Parenting Support as an educational Consultant through her platform The Family Hub. We chat with Maddison Lewis, who works within the Extended Leadership Team on the evolving curriculum at Horizon English School. Also with Lizzie Varley, Education Advisor at Cognita Middle East, playing a key role in promoting wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding across the region.

16 November 2023: We're marking Anti-Bullying Week speaking with a school counsellor, an assistant principal and a psychotherapist - from first steps to last resorts. We also discuss the importance of inclusion in sports.

09 November 2023: We ask the experts about how learning a musical instrument can benefit a child.

02 November 2023: We find out how failure can shape us and prepare our children for the future.

26 October 2023: On Eye on Education this week we discuss the effects of technology on children with Coach Maysaa and Alison Burrows.  Andi Price from Royal Grammar School Guildford is discussng digital wellbeing, and we talk to Aiza about her school's podcast.

12 October 2023: We are finding out about Global Be Well Day with Cognita, and discuss sleep with Julie Mallon.

15 September 2023: From Sweden to the UK, an increasing number of schools are limiting phone use - or banning them altogether. Should we follow suit?

08 September 2023: They come with a huge bill, and they're often bad quality - but is there a better way forward for school uniforms?

From sports to science, our choices with extra-curricular subjects are vast - but what should we be prioritising for our children?

As Dubai witnesses a population boom, we ask whether private schools in the emirate are seeing a shortage in places and teachers. 

School-kids have seven weeks of freedom to look forward to as schools break up at the end of the academic year.

23 June 2023: As the UAE experiences an exodus, we ask the experts just how damaging a few missed days of school can be...

16 June 2023: Learning to play an instrument can be hugely beneficial to a child's education. So should we be concerned about the recorder's fall in popularity? 

09 June 2023: From exam anxiety to screaming from the sporting sidelines, when does parental help become a hindrance?

02 June 2023: A third of parents in the UAE say they don't own a car seat for their kids. Eye on Education asked the experts what can be done to improve road safety education and awareness...

26 May 2023: Two thirds of female school students drop their activity levels in their teenage years. But why?

19 May 2023: Sure, our public galleries are entertaining - but what role can they play in education this International Museums Day?

12 May 2023: Does your school have a pet? We ask the experts why bringing wildlife into the classroom could be key to our kids' mental health.

As a new study asks whether shy is something we are or something we feel, we ask the experts how parents can help their kids' confidence...

28 April 2023: As Sharjah hails the benefits of a three-day weekend, how do parents across the Emirates feel about their school calendar?

21 April 2023: Are your teens struggling with study anxiety? The Agenda seeks expert advice on how to help them cope.

14 April 2023: From ChatGPT to essay farms, we explore the good, the bad and the ugly of educational tech.

07 April 2023: As UK research shows the pressures on educational professionals are increasing, we delved into the work-life balance of the UAE's school staff.

As World Autism Day approaches, we examine progress towards inclusivity across the UAE's education sector.

Teenagers in the UAE have now been able to do work experience for more than a year.

17 March 2023: School fees are going up - but will food, transport, uniforms and extra-curricular activities follow suit?

10 March 2023: Education facilities across Dubai will be able to raise their fees by three to six per cent in 2023, the KHDA has confirmed.

03 March 2023: From home status to fees to emerging university locations, families have a lot to consider when selecting a university. 

How do you spot if your child is a genius?

17 February 2023: Sonal finds out from Microsoft Education's Mark East how students and educators can use AI tools to their advantage.

10 February 2023: Has the rise of AI chat-bots such as ChatGPT increased the incidence of cheating in the classroom and in exams?

03 February 2023: Universities in the UAE don't have to use the standardised assessment test for public school students. Georgia finds out whether this move is a way to modernise the higher education system.

27 January 2023: The UAE's ambassador to Canada says developing STEM career paths for Emirati women should be a national priority. 

Is technology outpacing our ability to understand it?