1.Abu Dhabi teacher jailed for 2 years for physically assaulting 4 students

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Jumada al-Awwal 3, 1448 | Fajr 05:00|DXB 31.1°C

A teacher in Abu Dhabi was sentenced to two years in prison for physically assaulting four students. In addition to imprisonment, the Abu Dhabi Criminal Court ordered his deportation from the country and directed him to pay all judicial fees.

The teacher, who admitted to physically assaulting the students, struck them inside a classroom at a private school in Abu Dhabi. The assault resulted in injuries that left the students unable to attend to their personal affairs for a period not exceeding 20 days.

In its ruling, the court stated that the defendant’s behaviour represents "a blatant violation of existing laws and regulations, stressing the necessity of firm legal enforcement to protect public safety, uphold individual rights, and deter violations that subject people to harm or undermine their security and stability."

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The defendant explicitly confessed to the crime during investigations and before the court. He admitted to assaulting the students, claiming he did so to prevent them from causing chaos and disruption during the lesson, and in an attempt to discipline their behaviour.

CCTV footage from inside the classroom strongly supported the defendant’s confession, clearly capturing the intense violence and extreme harshness he inflicted upon the students without any justification.

"In the grounds for its decision, the court noted that the assault taking place inside a school and during a lesson constitutes a breach of public security and order, as it compromises personal safety and threatens individual security and stability," Abu Dhabi's Judicial Department said in a statement.

Under UAE federal laws, a physical assault by a teacher against students is prohibited and can constitute a criminal offence. It can also lead to disciplinary action and dismissal, depending on the circumstances.

According to the National Child Protection Policy in Educational Institutions, issued in 2022, physical abuse means causing physical harm or injury to the child or failing to or being unwilling to prevent physical harm to the child.

Under the UAE Crimes and Penalties Law, any assault causing injury or illness can be punishable by imprisonment and a fine, with the applicable penalty depending on the circumstances and severity of the harm.

Yasmin Hussein is an Assistant Digital Editor who believes that every news story carries a human element. Her motto is 'get it first, but first get it right'.

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