Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education is rolling out a new dress code policy that’s all about national pride!

From now on, teachers across the Kingdom are required to wear traditional national attire—specifically the thobe and ghutra or shemagh—throughout their time at school. The move is designed to boost national identity and cultural heritage within the educational environment.

This updated dress code isn’t the only change hitting schools

Previously, visitors to schools needed to follow a dress code, show their national ID, and get approval before entering classrooms. Now, the rules are getting stricter. Photography in schools is off-limits, and there are new guidelines for students leaving and returning during the day. Plus, parents picking up their kids need to be identified and logged in a special register.

The Ministry is also tightening up on school visits

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All community visits must be planned ahead with the school administration, including clear objectives and visitor names. Any visitor who might pose a safety risk needs to be reported to the proper authorities.

This new approach aims to keep the focus on cultural traditions and ensure a secure environment for both students and staff.

With these changes, Saudi schools are stepping up their game in celebrating national identity while keeping things running smoothly.