The UAE has just become the first country in the world to make Artificial Intelligence a core subject for all government school students—from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

In this episode of The Deep Dive, we unpack what this bold move means for teachers, school leaders, and learners—and ask whether the rest of the world should follow.

We explore the rollout of the national AI curriculum, what’s actually being taught, how teachers will be supported, and how this shift sits alongside the country’s equally strong focus on student wellbeing.

Featuring insight from Lumii.me co-founder and former school leader Laura Tristram, we reflect on what it means to teach AI in a way that’s not just technically excellent, but emotionally intelligent.

Is the UAE quietly leading the world into the future of education?