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parents to the Spring 2012 issue of Better Education. This magazine is designed to help you find the very best means of education for your children, whatever their age and wherever you may be in the UAE.

Flick your way through this guide and youll find all of the essential details youll need to make that potentially life-changing decision: where to educate your offspring. Whether its a nursery, school or

university youre searching for, the possibilities are plentiful. So, allow us to lend a helping hand... This issue we place the spotlight on KHDA school inspections in a special feature. If you want to see further research (particularly on schools), though, also pay a visit to khda.gov.ae, where you can browse the detailed reports from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB).

How This Guide WorksChoosing a school is no small feat which is why weve made it our aim to ease the process. Browse our jam-packed pages and youll find that each entry in the listings sections is broken down first by the emirate theyre located in and then alphabetically. Plus, a summary of each one will help you get a feel for the institution in question. Good luck with your search...

Get the lowdown on Dubais rating system, and what it means for your childs education

Animal interaction can help broaden your little ones knowledge find out how in our guide

The Parental Engagement programme is boosting kids class results heres how to unlock its potential

Ever wondered what happens after the 8am drop-off? Take a peek at a day in pre-school

17 Family Matters 22 A Day at Nursery 3 School Inspections 9 Animal Magic

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The School Inspections Dubai Governments KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority)

conducts inspections of Dubais schools and makes the results public, labelling schools unacceptable, satisfactory, good, or outstanding. But how thorough are the inspections and why are they important? We asked GEMS

Senior Director of Quality Assurance, Margaret Atack, for her thoughts

Margaret, what are KHDA ratings and how often is a school assessed?KHDA was set up six years ago and is the regulator of all schools in Dubai. Inspections began shortly after the authority was established. I wouldnt want to speak on behalf of KHDA, but I imagine that one of their main objectives was to find out what was happening in the schools: at the time there were over 120 private schools and a similar number of public schools, and because there was not a systematic method of gathering information, KHDA undertook a huge information-gathering exercise. A framework of standards was introduced and for the first time schools could see how

they measured against those standards. So began a series of yearly inspections and I think, if anything, this annual scheduling has provoked the most angst about the inspections as some schools feel there isnt enough time to demonstrate signigicant progress against the issues raised.

Why do you think thats the case?Im fully in favour of an inspection process and come from that background, and I think that if you want to drive up standards quickly, getting stick and especially when that stick involves putting reports into the public domain brings a transparent

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accountability. But, what I would say is that were now in the fourth year of the inspection cycle and good and outstanding schools continue to be inspected on a yearly basis. Why? What is the value of them having another inspection to reconfirm that theyre good or outstanding? Now is the time to look at a differentiated method of inspections and I think this must be on KHDAs agenda. So where you have acceptable or unsatisfactory schools you should continue the annual inspections until you see a capacity within the school to drive improvements from within. But for good and outstanding schools there is a process that weve used at GEMS for many years called school self evaluation, and all of our schools have to assess themselves against set standards on an annual basis. I use this information and a whole host of additional sources of information to judge whether a school has accurately assessed itself. Im also in and out of the schools to see for myself. As a minimum, all schools in the UAE need to adopt a rigorous form of quality assurance internally, and parents should ask this of the schools.

How important are the KHDA ratings?I want to answer that from a different angle: the quality that a school produces is absolutely vital. KHDA aside, I would still ask my principal this: are your standards as high as they can be, how do you know, and how are you going to prove it? So, are KHDA ratings important? In terms of GEMS, KHDA is a third-party evaluator that confirms our own judgements of our schools, and I therefore welcome them as well as the visibility of their reports.

What is the process for KHDA inspections and how thorough are they? Its very rigorous even more so than Ofsted in the UK, where I was a principal previously. KHDA put together these enormous teams and then send them into schools for three to five days. Id say 60% of their time is spent in the classroom (theyll probably observe 80 lessons over the course of those days), making judgements on the teaching and learning that they see. The days of being able to go into your own classroom, close the door and do your own thing are long gone. The remaining 40% of the time is spent talking to parents all parents are sent a questionnaire by the KHDA to take their views of the school, but they also meet selected parents, chosen

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this year by KHDA, whereas in the past parents were chosen by the school. This year, students from Grade 7 upwards are also being surveyed about their thoughts of the teaching, the teachers, the standards and so on. Today, teaching is hugely visible and hugely accountable, perhaps in a way that other professions are not.

Should a parent be concerned if their childs school does not have a high KHDA rating?Certainly Id be very concerned if the rating was unacceptable, but what I will say to parents is to be sure to read the full report. Read it, go and see the school, and talk to other parents who have children at the school too. When you walk into a school youre sure to get a sense, an instinct, of whether your child

will be happy there. Use the inspections as one source of evidence.

Why is there nothing similar outside of Dubai?Abu Dhabi does have a system ADEC (Abu Dhabi Education Council) carries out inspections but they dont make the results public so its not as high-profile. The schools, though, have access to the reports. The system is more embryonic in Abu Dhabi than Dubai, but the authority there is continually thinking of what it will do next with the information it has gleaned from the inspections at GEMS, we share the information about our schools with the parents. It may be on their agenda to make the results public, it may not be, but I think its essential that schools are held to account in a visible manner.


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Clive PierrepontDirector of communications, Taaleem schoolstaaleem.ae

I think the KHDA inspections are a crucial way of supporting school self-review and self-

evaluation. In my opinion the inspection team should be seen in a positive light; as school improvement partners and critical friends. The inspection process should simply be confirming what the school already knows about itself, and a way of working upon its development. Do I think the inspections are fair? There have been inconsistencies in the judgements made by KHDA teams in the past, which does cause concern. Also, the goalposts can change so what is

outstanding this year may be good next year. Whats more, while many schools are classed as good, within that bracket there can be a huge range. Parents, meanwhile, see two schools that have been rated the same yet in reality can be worlds apart in terms of character and, sometimes, academic standards.

The process here is very similar in its ways to inspections in other countries and I would say its a fair one which is improving and refining. Students are consulted for their opinion and I think this is right student (and parent) feedback is an essential aspect of school self-review. Our students are in the best position to tell us if we are doing a good job it would be folly to ignore their views.

The inspections could improve by being less frequent, having consistent goals and applying some of the same members of the inspection team to previous inspection groups, so that they get to know and really understand a school and its aspirations.

Poonam BhojaniCEO, Innoventures Education innoventureseducation.com

I see the KHDA inspection process as important and believe that it does help schools to improve. In my opinion, the process

would have more impact if it changes from being a judgemental process to a developmental process. If the primary purpose was school improvement, the inspection process would be more relevant.

The ratings are relevant to an extent, but the overall rating lends itself to some degree of subjectivity. Moreover, the methodology favours UK-based systems as well as any national curriculum as opposed to the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.

Also, subjects like humanities, PE, technology and languages are not considered in the inspection process. As a result, I think they help to improve school standards to an extent, but as the intent is judgemental rather than developmental, the impact on school improvement is not what it can be.

If I look at international inspection policies by renowned agencies like the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the IB, I find that they differ in their intent and process. In such inspections the purpose is developmental: teams work to inform the schools of how they can improve in a positive way. Our teachers have stated that these inspections have had an uplifting impact, whereas KHDA inspections can have a dampening impact on staff morale. Moreover, the international standards used to benchmark the schools allow for flexibility in the way in which schools are run.

School of ThoughtWhat do other education professionals think of the KHDA inspections? Two share their views


9Animal MagicIs your little one wild about all creatures great and small? We round

up the best spots in which to feed their minds with nature know-how

Equestrian education and an animal corner at Jebel Ali Golf Resort & SpaWhile there are lots of furry friends for kids to cuddle up to at this new petting corner, there are a few surprises among the rabbits, ducks and goats namely turtles, camels and a resident falcon. Sessions teach them about the creatures lives and needs in the natural world, as well as introducing them to handling would-be pets and the importance of daily care and attention.

Kids can get to grips with something a little bigger at the on-site Al Sahra Desert Resort Equestrian Centre where theyll meet Argentine, Arabian, Thoroughbred and Anglo Arab horses, and learn about their role in Middle Eastern history. Everyone enjoys getting up close with Arabian horses, says Yasser Mansour, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spas resident manager. Being around these creatures in a natural desert environment and experiencing their nature first hand is quite overwhelming and not something a lot of people can say they have experienced. Suitable for: All ages, with supervisionOpening times: Tuesday - Sunday, 9am - 5pm Prices: Costs vary, contact venue for detailsContact: 04 814 5061, jebelali-international.com

Dolphin fun at the DolphinariumEducation doesnt have to be dry at the Dolphinarium kids can get up close with bottle-nosed beauties, learning from shows, fun presentations and workshops on an Education Tour. Trips are tailored to suit different age groups, while arty sessions and recycling masterclasses give budding marine biologists a real mix of creative input and eco know-how. The emphasis here is on mutual respect between child and beast, explains dolphin trainer Traill Stocker: Theres no actual contact with the animals we respect their space. However, we do allow the kids pool-side to bring them closer. A 45-minute show gives the dolphins a chance to show off their tricks and treats, and allows children to get to know the animals personally and a Q&A session allows them to quiz the experienced trainers about their new slippery-finned friends.

If your little ones are really keen to spend time in the water, private swimming trips can be arranged and public dolphin and seal shows take place daily. Suitable for: 7-15 years of ageOpening times: Tour times varyPrices: Costs vary, contact venue for detailsContact: 04 336 9773, dubaidolphinarium.ae

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Penguin encounters at Ski Dubai Theyre certainly the coolest of UAE residents, but a visit to Ski Dubais new penguin colony is the hottest ticket in town. Scheduled trips give kids the chance to get up close with gentoo and king snow penguins, and learn about the birds in their unique Antarctic-style habitat.

Children can view the penguins from the windows in the Snow Park and mall, but theyre sure to love an up-close encounter where they can wrap up warm against the sub-zero conditions and watch trainers lead penguin marches through the snowy interior and icy splash pools.

If its a one-on-one visit your kids want, check out the Peng-Friend scheme, where guests can meet the penguins, watch them swim from underwater glass observation areas, and take pictures with the inquisitive birds. The Peng-Friend programme is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with these incredible animals one-on-one, while simultaneously learning about how we can all contribute towards the conservation of their natural habitat, tells Omar El Banna, marketing and sales director.

For inquisitive minds, trainers are always on hand to answer questions, too, so your kids can swot up on the flightless birds.

Suitable for: Three-years-old upwardsOpening times: 1pm - 9pm weekdays, 12pm - 9pm weekendsPrices: Free viewings from Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates, Peng-Friend encounters from AED174Contact: skidubaipenguins.com


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Birds of prey at the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital The award-winning Falcon Hospital in Abu Dhabi gives children the opportunity to get up close with these much-maligned birds of prey. The facility receives over 6,000 falcons for treatment every year, and the large, powerful birds are sure to keep wide-eyed kids enthralled.

The hospital is open to visitor tours which include an introduction to falconry, animal care, and stories from the history of these iconic creatures. Children will love the opportunity to hold the birds as Margit Gabriele Muller, director of the hospital, explains: The tour is unique. Children can see a huge number of falcons at a very close distance. Moreover, each of them can carry a falcon and have a photo taken with it. Afterwards, the adjoining pet hospital which looks after abandoned

cats and dogs makes for another reminder of the love and care pets require although the adoption service is sure to have the kids twisting your arm...Suitable for: All agesOpening times: 10am - 2pm, Sunday - ThursdayPrices: Costs vary, contact venue for detailsContact: 02 575 5155, falconhospital.com

Dolphins and sea creatures at Atlantis, The PalmAtlantis, The Palms Dolphin Bay offers up-close dolphin encounters with guidance from trained marine specialists. The EDUventure trips include swimming with dolphins in the Bay a fun, splashy experience for all involved and an excellent way to teach children about the anatomy and behaviour of these intelligent creatures. And, as each dolphin has its own personality, the experience is all the more engaging theyll love Dennita, one of the playful youngsters.

Environmental awareness is on the agenda here, too: By going into the water and meeting one of the magnificent mammals, the EDUventure scheme gives children an appreciation that will inspire them to look after the oceans, tells Heidi Perez Cao, Dolphin Bays vice president.

Children can apply this appreciation over at the hotels two aquariums: the 11-million-litre Ambassador Lagoon is home to the Arabian Gulfs local sea life (peer in to see crescent angelfish swim alongside sharks and rays), while The Lost Chambers features species from across the world, from flesh-eating piranhas to the newest resident: a giant devil catfish. Explore as a family or ask for a Navigator, a trained staff member who can answer your kids questions and share marine life facts. Suitable for: Six to 18 years for EDUventures, all ages for The Lost ChambersPrices: Costs vary, contact venue for detailsContact: 04 426 1030, atlantisthepalm.com


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For older children, K9

Friends offers places on

the Duke of Edinburgh

scheme, CAS and IA

programmes

Stable tours and riding at the Dubai Polo Club Muuuuum, can I have riding lessons? its a familiar refrain wherever you are in the world, but the UAEs strong equestrian history makes it the perfect place for children to learn about horses. The Polo Clubs training day kicks off early every morning, and a breakfast-time stable tour is the perfect way to introduce the kids to the animals and give them an appreciation of the dedication that livery requires. Theyll get up close with the horses while grooming and feeding, see them in training for polo, and get a feel for behind-the-scenes maintenance.

For budding jockeys, the chance to quiz the guides about the animals is brilliant, and young polo fans will enjoy an insiders look at the club.

For the chance to combine an up-close equestrian encounter with an active lesson about the environment and animals in the desert, desert hack trips are available for all the family. Setting off at dawn or dusk, youll see wild gazelle and learn from a guide about life in the sand great for giving older children a first-hand experience of the wilds that lie just outside the metropolis.Suitable for: All agesOpening times: Vary according to activities Prices: Stable tours (2 hours) from AED100 (children); Desert hacking (2 hours) from AED300Contact: 04 361 8111, poloclubdubai.com

Doggy days at K9 Friends A great place to visit if your family are hankering for a four-legged friend, this rescue shelter offers tours and a dog walking scheme to canine-loving kids. School visits and private groups spend time getting to know

the pooches with the shelters chairperson, Jackie Ratcliffe. Inside, kids will find some 130 dogs, and Jackie introduces them to the most child-friendly, along with cuddly puppies: At present Jason and Winnie are two favourites, and we have a lovely movie about a little dog called Paddi who came to K9 after he was abandoned, says Jackie. We also have some great stories of dogs that came to us in a terrible state but are now happy and well cared for. One surefire way to install a lifelong appreciation of animal welfare.

Outside, dog walking (with parental supervision) proves a great way to bond with the animals and familiarise children with pups before you commit to a pet. For older children, K9 Friends offers places on the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, CAS and IA programmes, and accepts volunteers over the age of 16.Suitable for: All agesOpening times: 9am - 2pm, weekdaysPrices: Costs vary, contact venue for detailsContact: 04 885 8031, k9friends.com


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Nadia, can you explain what the Parental Engagement programme is all about? The goal of all GEMS Parental Engagement (PE) efforts is to work with parents to improve student achievement and create world-class learners. We encourage learning in the home through a three-step approach (3-a-day), according to guidelines that are designed to build upon classroom teaching. Across the GEMS network, teachers communicate PE strategies and manage a bespoke programme for each school. The scheme is tailored to GEMS and local education authority standards, and in conjunction with our Parent

Satisfaction Index survey. Its been in practice since 2009, and each GEMS school in the UAE now has an established PE programme and an annual showcase known as Parental Engagement Week.

What is the core aim of PE? Student achievement is the single goal of all GEMS PE outreach. Anecdotal research proves that consistent parental involvement in childrens learning from primary through to secondary school can really impact student achievement. Results include adding a two- to three-year advantage to their overall achievement, improved

Parental Engagement, a new educational initiative, is revolutionising the way GEMS students learn at school and at home we get the

lowdown from Nadia Petrossi, manager of the scheme

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test scores, a more positive attitude and confidence. The impact of parents engaged in their kids learning is real and significant and thats why we do it!

Is it the only scheme of its kind in the emirate? In my research while developing the GEMS 3-a-day approach to PE I know it is the only system of its kind globally, and I believe GEMS is the only school in the UAE to make PE a major priority with detailed standards and network-wide school-level implementation.

How does the 3-a-day approach take shape? Every GEMS school has their own action plan because every school community is unique, but the core 3-a-day approach is consistent throughout. It is broken down into the three steps: talk about learning (parents engage children in conversations about what theyve learned in school); share learning (parents and children share various types of learning for example by reading together); and encourage learning (parents act as role models by demonstrating perseverance with difficult tasks and a positive attitude towards education). We want engagement to be a natural habit, done in a way that suits the family.

We aim for students to get into learning naturally as a lifestyle habit outside school, not just as homework. Its

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our job to guide but not exactly prescribe what parents do to engage, so we distribute a Parents Guide to 3-a-day information card that includes a general description and suggestions for parents. Each family in our schools throughout the UAE has received this card as well as a personal introduction to 3-a-day.

In addition to using 3-a-day naturally to learn about the world around us, engagement is also integrated into classroom teaching: the talk, share, encourage approach is included in lesson practices and assignments.

Why do you think such a programme needs to exist here? Such schemes need to exist globally but, given the lifestyle in the UAE, educating and encouraging parents to engage in their childrens learning is increasingly important. With such a high number of expat or immigrant families, we lack the benefits of extended family doing things like chatting about school, asking children what theyre learning, or helping with school work. This responsibility falls only on parents, who typically work long hours or travel frequently. In the UAE, nannies, drivers and others often help to raise our families, but this can deny children that special time with parents. Therefore, its crucial to have a clear and direct programme reminding parents to simply talk about school and encourage learning. Having enough time to spend on kids is a global issue in our fast-paced world, but the solution to make it a priority is also universal.

Is the scheme relevant to all nationalities? Definitely. Lack of English skills or limited familiarity with modern teaching techniques are not barriers, since


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all parents can talk to and encourage students. Most importantly, parents send the strong message through attitude that learning is important and respected: they are role models. Its never too late to get interested in what and how your children learn.

How can parents take part? Its easy to engage with primary kids in their learning, but shouldnt stop there. Middle school students are becoming more independent, but research proves that PE has an impact at all ages and stages. The three basic approaches remain the same, but their implementation changes as the child develops. Middle school children still need monitoring as they begin to have to work more independently, and teenagers still need the presence and encouragement of parents. Research proves that teen students tend to strive to attain their parents goals, as long as they are clear. Too often parents mistake their teenagers developing independence for full independence, and stop giving guidance or setting goals. The other extreme is

the pushy overbearing parent that hears only half of this message: they enforce their goals with no consideration for the childs style, strengths, character, learning or communication style. This can have a massively negative effect.

What feedback have you had from parents? That family support makes their children more receptive and willing to learn. They say that the 3-a-day approach really makes things simple, too: the advice is clear, they can do it their own way, and our reminders and suggestions help in their hectic schedules.

Are there any other benefits? Teachers can have a great impact on students weve all had one that was inspirational but the influence of a parent engaging in their childs learning can be magical. The child reaps the benefit in their progress in school, in their attitude and confidence and its a joy for parents to see their kids develop positively with a willingness to learn that stays with them through life.

Research proves that teen students tend to strive to attain their

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A Day in the Life of Your TotEver wondered what your little one gets up to when you drop

them off at nursery? We get an inside account from Sarah Baker, The Wonder Years Nurserys manager

8:00 Its 8 oclock and the children have started to arrive its going to be such a busy day today as we have lots of activities planned. The children in the class are aged between three and four-years-old and most of them have now settled well into our daily routine. For those children who are still a little apprehensive about leaving their parents or carers, I find its important that myself and our other staff members give reassurance to the child and in some cases it can means lots of cuddles and affection. However, the children normally settle in very quickly once they arrive and see their friends, so parents neednt fret.

8:30 All the children are now in the nursery and its time for what we call Circle Time. This week we have been focusing on the traditional tale of Goldilocks and the

Three Bears and we have all brought in our teddy bears from home to join in the fun! We are sat ready to welcome each other to the class with our good morning song, and of course introduce our furry friends to each other among them we have Blue, Goldie and Dog.

9:00Were now ready to start our first activity, which today is arts and crafts and based upon our number of the week: number four. The children have such fun using the glue and glitter to decorate their work. Once this is complete we have a treasure hunt where the children in the class have to find four objects of their choice and bring them to the table. We find that continuous exposure to elements such as numbers, shapes and colours enables the child to grasp these concepts, and this is a fun way to do just that.

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our theme from the morning and, using our interactive white board, the children are introduced to a new song about Goldilocks. The song covers concepts such as big and small, hot and cold, sweet and sour.

12:00 Noon is lunchtime. Again, the children are taken to the bathroom for hand-washing before eating. Today, the children have brought in a variety of different foods, such as pasta, sandwiches and fruits.

12:30 Now is time for 30 minutes of free play in the indoor play area, where weve created a number of themed areas. The little girls are especially taken with the home corner where they get to play mummy and make food for everyone in the kitchen zone and put the baby dolls to bed. All the while the boys all seem to congregate at the small world and transport area where they busy themselves playing with cars, aeroplanes and trucks.

1:00 Next we head back to the classroom for story time and quiet time. Once again, we continue with our story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, only this time we are using props and masks to help tell the story. The children are really beginning to understand the tale now, and become eager to participate.

1:30 When the story is over, its time for home preparation. The children are encouraged to collect their snack and lunch boxes together and put them into their bags ready for home time, along with any artwork which theyve completed.

2:00 Most of the children have been collected by this time. They leave the nursery with as much enthusiasm as when they arrived in the morning. Its now time for a break (and much-needed coffee) whilst we prepare for the next activity-packed day. The best thing? We get to do it all again tomorrow! wonderyearsnursery.com

10:00 As the clock nears 10am its time for a snack. Before any snack the children always go to the bathroom to wash their hands. We promote healthy eating at the nursery and are so pleased to see we have some very health- conscious children in our group. The snacks can vary but usually consist of fruits, yoghurts, cereal bars or crackers.

10:30The children are all very excited as its now time for outdoor play! Make believe takes off and its so encouraging to see that the children have developed such creative and vivid imaginations. We have pretend pirates on the play structure looking out to sea, as well as a group of make believe mountaineers going up, down and around the mountain! Our covered play area consists of a solid wooden structure, complete with slide, swings and a glider. We also have a sand pit which is a huge hit amongst the children. Phew, where does all that energy come from?

11:00 After half an hour its time to go back inside for the second part of our nursery programme. We continue

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Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec,Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun. Summer school Jul-AugFees On request

Jigsaw Nursery & CrecheKaramah, Abu Dhabi02 445 5222jigsawnurseryad.com

Activities Colouring, creche, large play area, painting, sand play, tiny tots.Hours of operation 7am-4pm.

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Curriculum UKAge 6 weeks to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Lady Bird Pvt. Nursery and PreschoolAl Buteen, Abu Dhabi02 667 3881

Activities Drawing, play area, painting, music, fun play.Hours of operation 7am-4pm.

Curriculum English/ArabicAge 1 month to 4 yearsTerm dates MonthlyFees AED1,500 per month + 300 registration fee

Swans NurseryInsalam Street,Abu Dhabi02 642 2764

Activities Drawing, play area, painting.Hours of operation 7.30am-2pm,Extended timings available until 5pm.

Curriculum InternationalAge 1 to 4 YearsTerm dates April-MarchFees On request

Noahs Ark Nursery Main BranchNajda st, Abu Dhabi02 635 1035 noahsarknurseryad.com

Activities Indoor activities like music, dance, art & craft, e-learning, abacus, kids gym and library, water play, sand play, and outdoor activities like bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units.Hours of operation 7am-7pm.

Curriculum InternationalAge 1 to 4 YearsTerm dates April-MarchFees On request

Noahs Ark Nursery MusafahMusafah, Abu Dhabi02 559 1743 noahsarknurseryad.com

Activities Indoor activities like music, dance, art & craft, e-learning, abacus, kids gym and library, water play, sand play, outdoor activities like bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units.Hours of operation 7am-7pm.

Curriculum Modern Montessori Age 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Stepping Stones NurseryAl Bateen - 02 681 5583Al Rowdha - 02 445 2260Bain-Al-Jasrain - 02 558 8318Khalifa City A - 02 556 5991Abu Dhabisteppingstones.ae

Activities Dance, art, story time, creative media, drama, music and play.Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm.

FRANCES EDWARDS SENDS HER DAUGHTER TO OASIS NURSERY, UMM SUQEIM 3 (P30)My daughter started in the baby class at the age of eight months. We really enjoy the class. The teachers are amazing and I spend a lot time in there as well, just to be part of the educating. My daughter has really developed a lot.

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Curriculum Learn through playAge 2 years to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED1,200 per month

Art and Educational Centre at

Sharjah Ladies Club Bumble Bee ProgramSharjah Ladies Club, Al fisht06 506 7733slc.ae

Activities Language development, mathematical development, good manners, physical development, outdoor play, art/craft, music and movement, sports, gym, audio visual, educational TV, library time, songs, stories.Hours of operation 9am-1pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 4.5 yearsTerm dates Up to 50 weeks - academic term optionsFees ranges from AED7,500 (term), 49,800 (annual)

Blossom Childrens NurseryUmm Al Sheif - 04 348 6275 Umm Suqeim 1 - 04 394 8837theblossomnursery.com

Activities Literacy, numeracy and Taking Care Of Our World curriculum; waterplay, bike track, planting, softplay, exploratorium and sensory zones. The nursery also provides all meals. Hours of operation 7.30am-6pm. Flexible pick-ups at 1pm-3pm/5pm-6pm offered.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun.Fees On request

British Orchard Nursery Mankhool - 04 398 3536 Jumeirah - 04 395 3570Sharjahbritishorchardnursery.com

Activities Indoor and outdoor play area, pool, ball pool, road track, sandpit, dollhouse, soft play, library, cookery room, music and movement, water play, Picasso art afternoon classes, Arabic classes and computer classes.Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum British Founda-tion Curriculum, Montessori, and Te Whariki (New Zealand)Age 2 months to 4+ yearsTerm dates Sept-July, includ-ing holiday programs.Fees On request

Crystal Valley NurseryArabian Center,Mizhar/Mirdif, Dubai04 284 5519crystalvalleynursery.comPart of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries

Activities Healthy nutritious breakfast and lunch served each day, indoor and outdoor designated play areas, sandpit and racing track, swimming pool, interactive Promethean boards and laptops in classrooms, music room and library, English and basic Arabic and French, specialised baby room and facilities, holiday programs and field trips, hourly day care, drop off facility for shoppers.Hours of operation From 7am to 6pm with flexible pick up times at 12.30pm, 3pm, and 5pm.

Curriculum Early Years CurriculumAge 4 months 4 yearsTerm dates Sep, Jan, AprFees AED7,00014,000

Building Blocks Child Enrichment CentreMotorcity, Dubai,04 453 4363building-blocks.ae

Activities Facility houses a complete dance studio and music rooms. Programme offered include Kinderdance, ballet, tap, jazz, Hip Hop, Bollywood, piano, cello, violin, drums, drama and various mother and toddler group programmes. Pack-ages for classes can be combined with nursery attendanceHours of operation 7.30am-6pm.

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep 11-Dec 15, Jan 3-Apr 5, April 22-June 28, Summer School July to August. Fees AED 3,580-18,850 per term (or) AED 10,740-56,550 per year

Childrens Oasis NurseryUmm Suqeim,Al Manara Street, 04 348 8981Al Thanya Street, 04 348 1181childrensoasisnursery.com

Activities Little Bocelli voices classes, Mini chef classes and Junior Picasso art-and-crafts. School trips and party days each term, plus regular Music & Movement classes.Hours of operation Hours are optional: Sun-Thu: 8.00am-12.30pm, 8.00am-2.00pm, 8.00am-5.00pm or 2.00pm-5.00pm. A 7.30am start is also available.


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Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (ICLCA).Age 2 to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

The Childrens Garden Dubai Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai04 349 2985tcgjumeira.aeA Taaleem School

Activities Math Club, French Club, Movement, Drama and Antics, Arabic Club, Handicraft, Musical Instruments and Dance. Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. Afternoon Activities 2.30pm-3.15pm

Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (ICLCA). Age 2 to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

The Childrens Garden Dubai Green Community, Dubai04 885 3484 childrensgarden.aeA Taaleem School

Activities Exploring the German language, theater, Art Club in French, music, movement, math club.Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. Afternoon Activities 2.30pm-3.15pm


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Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 years (Mirdif branch), 18 months to 4 years (Umm Suqeim branch)Term dates Sep-JunFees On request

Emirates British NurseryMirdif - 04 288 9222Umm Suqeim - 04 348 9996emiratesbritishnursery.com

Activities Teddy bears picnic, sports day, soft play, music and rhyme time, discovery corner, fun with numbers, spring concert, water play, sensory garden, chit chat mornings for parents, boogie tots, sporty tots, spring egg hunt, festive parties, fun in the park, water wingers.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm (Mirdif branch), 7.30am-3pm (Umm Suqeim branch).

Curriculum UK / Arabic / FrenchAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Registration is based on 3 months bases, starting on the day of the childs admittanceFees On request

Dreamland Nursery Sharjah06 5661133 / 050 6469960 dreamlandnursery.com

Activities Some of the many activities that we have are pad-dling, music, trips, special events, gymnastics and acting.Hours of operation 7am-2pm and 2pm-5pm.

Curriculum British Founda-tion Curriculum, Montessori, and Te Whariki (New Zealand)Age 2 months to 4+ yearsTerm dates Sep-July, includ-ing holiday programsFees On request

Emerald City NurseryJumeirah 2, Dubai 04 349 0848emeraldcitynursery.comPart of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries

Activities Healthy nutritious breakfast and lunch served each day, indoor and outdoor designated play areas, sand pit and racing track, swimming pool, music room and library, English and basic Arabic and French, organic vegetable and flower gardens created and maintained by children, drumming, Brain Gym, specialised baby room and facilities, holiday programs and field trips.Hours of operation From 7am-6pm with flexible pick up times at 3pm, 5pm and 6pm.

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) from the UK Age 9 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees Various options are available and discussed upon visiting the nursery

Cocoon Nursery Jumeirah 3, Umm Suqeim04 394 9394 cocoonnursery.com

Activities Art & craft, singing, storysacks, show and tell, library, simple science, junior chef, Educational Braingym, creative movement, sand and water area, shaded play-grounds, indoor playroom, theme days and concerts.Hours of operation Teaching hours 8am-12.30pm. Optional early drop off at 7:30am and optional extended hours to 2.15pm, Sunday to Thursday.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 7 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Dubai Autism CenterDiyafa Road, Villa no. 2004 398 6862dubaiautismcenter.ae

Activities Special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, movement therapy, music therapy, art therapy and computer literacy.Hours of operation 8am-1.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge Lower Nursery: 1.6 years to 2.5 years Upper Nursery: 2.6 years to 3.5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees AED6,000 per term

Dubai Gem NurseryJumeirah, before the Iranian hospital04 345 3550dubaigemschool.com

Activities P.E, music, annual concert, sports day, picnics, TV cartoon shows.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm.


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Curriculum Indian with basic MontessoriAge Day Care: 4 months to 10 years.Nursery: 2 years to 4 yearsTerm dates On requestFees On request

Hope Montessori Nursery Al Mankhool, Dubai 04 398 2494 / 055 329 5919hopemontessorinursery.ae

Activities Computer, day care, fully equipped clinic with nurse, full time senior pediatrician, indoor & outdoor play area, library, summer camp, sand pit, water play, aerobics, Arabic, art and craft, contests, field trips, fun at assembly, fun cooking, music and movement, parent teachers meet-ing, party fun, puzzle games, splash fun, story time and yogaHours of operation Nursery: 8:30am-12pm. Day Care: 7am-7pm.

Dreamland Nursery

17 years on....Still proud to be the ultimate luxury of learning for the privileged!

TEL: 06-566 1133 www.dreamlandnursery.com


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Curriculum UKAge Al Safa- 6 weeks to 4 years. Al Wasl- 1.5 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

Jumeirah International NurseryAl Safa branch 04 394 5567Al Wasl branch 04 349 9065jinspire.com (Al Safa)jinschools.com (Al wasl)

Activities Reading, building with blocks, housekeeping and dramatic play, art, science, Music and Movement.Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8am-12.30pm. After hours care programme from 12.30pm-5pm.

Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4 years. From birth till 4 yrs at Dubai Healthcare City and Umm SuqeimTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-AugFees On request

Jebel Ali Village Nursery GroupMarina-04 424 3791 / 2Meadows-04 422 4222 Arabian Ranches-04 368 9882Lakes-04 454 8404 Umm Suqeim-04 348 6720Dubai Healthcare City-055 911 7227jebelalinursery.com

Activities Purpose built facilities, nature trails, circle time, phonics, number works, social skills, arts and crafts, drama and action, singing with music teacher, field trips, cooking, visits by professionals, water play, fun with computers, theme days and concerts, soft play.Hours of operation Optional: 8am-12:00 or 1pm, 2pm till 5.30pm, or 8am-5.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 14 months to 4.5 years Term dates Info on requestFees On request

Kids Palace Nursery Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai04 348 4163 / 050 350 0039 kidspalacenursery.com

Activities French and Arabic classes, ballet, music, gymnas-tics, drama, interactive board. Hours of operation 7.30am-6pm

Curriculum UKAge 6 weeks to 4+ yearsTerm dates Sep-Jun for theacademic year. Also available full year program, Sep-Aug.Fees On request

Kids Cottage NurseryUmm Suquiem 1, Beach Road04 394 2145kidscottagenursery.com

Activities Creative art sessions, music, outdoor play areas, bike track, painting, balancing beam.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 5 yearsTerm dates Monthly basisFees On request, on a per hour basis (minimum 4 hours)

Hummingbird Nursery Dubai Dubai International Financial Center04 370 0449 hummingbird.ae

Activities Indoor and outdoor games, painting, cutting, colouring, gluing, physical development area, music,reading, etc.Hours of operation 7am to 7pm.

Curriculum British Founda-tion Curriculum, Montessori, and Te Whariki (New Zealand)Age 2 months to 4+ yearsTerm dates Sep-July, including holiday programsFees On request

Indigo Valley Nursery Al Twar2, Dubai 04 263 3544indigovalleynursery.comPart of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries

Activities Pre-school Learning Support Unit for children requiring extra learning assistance (Autism, ADHD), healthy nutritious breakfast and lunch served each day, indoor and outdoor play areas, swimming pool, music room and library, English and basic Arabic and French, drumming, Kung Fu, ballet, Brain Gym, tennis, specialised baby room and facili-ties, holiday programs and field trips.Hours of operation From 7am-6pm with flexible pick up times at 3pm, 5pm and 6pm.


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Curriculum UKAge 2 month to 4 yearsTerm dates Open all year 5 terms and a summer campFees AED3,045-6,565 per term

Little Wonders3rd Street, Al Manarah, Dubai04 348 7195800 NURSERYlittlewonders.ae

Activities Wide range of activities linked to the British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.Hours of operation 7am-6pm.

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Age Pre-KindergartenTerm dates Open 48 weeks a yearFees AED39,000 - 42,000

Little GEMS InternationalAl Safa, Dubai050 554 0160littlegemsinternational.com/safa

Activities Highest levels of security with rest areas and outdoor play areas. Personal, social and emotional development.Hours of operation 7am-6pm.

Curriculum UK and Montessori Methods of Learning.Age 2 months to 4 yearsTerm dates SepDec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Summer School July-August.Fees On request

Little Wings International Nursery Dubai Villa 43, Street 2b, Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 204 349 0553

Activities Singing, dancing, indoor play, library, art, theatre, watching educational movies, brain gym, yoga, playing in the garden, sandpit play, cycling, hopscotch. Hours of operation 7.30am-6pm Sunday through Thursday.

Curriculum UKAge 14 months to 3 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JulFees Various options are available and discussed upon visiting the nursery.

Kids Island Nursery Jumeirah 3 / Umm Suqeim, Dubai04 394 2578 / 79 kidsislandnursery.com

Activities Art & craft, singing, storysacks, show and tell, library, simple science, junior chef, Educational Braingym,creative movement, theme days and concerts. Hours of operation Teaching hours 8am -12.30pm. Optional early drop off at 7.30am and optional extended hours to 2.15pm, Sunday to Thursday.


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Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 1 month to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Mar-JunFees On request

Mother Care NurseryAl Satwa, Dubai04 349 6955motherforcare.com

Activities Swimming, art craft, ballet, face painting, dancing, tree day and sports courts.Hours of operation 7am-7pm.

Curriculum UKAge baby-age up to 4 years (FS1)Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees On request

Little Scholars AcademyAl Safa 1, close to Spinneys Umm Suqeim, Al Wasl Road, Dubai04 395 5532/050-nurserylsa.ae

Activities Arabic language, chess, Boogie Babies and Super Skills, spacious indoor softplay area, big shaded garden with soft-play area and race-track, library, nutritious meals, CCTV cameras, bus-transportation, holiday-programs.Hours of operation 7.00am-6.00pm. After school activities available.

Curriculum InternationalAge 4 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Little Hands Kids Club04 448 9267Dubai Knowledge Village,04 422 1303Club Old Town Burj Khalifa,littlehandskidsclub.com

Activities Indoor activities like painting, art and craft, puzzles, sand and water play, music and movement, kids gym, yoga and ballet. Outdoor activities like swimming, bouncy castle and special events.Hours of operation 7.30am6pm. Flexible pick-ups at 12.30pm/2.30pm/6pm.

Curriculum Learn Through Play/Montessori (nursery qualified teachers and educated assistants)Age From 14 monthsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED4,600-10,800 per term

Little Land Nursery and Montessori CentreJumeirah Beach Road / junction of Al Manara Street04 394 4471littlelandnursery.com

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, cooking, brain gym, Music and Movement.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm, Sun-Thu. Early and late class available on request.

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

London and Paris International NurseryVilla 831, Jumeirah Rd., opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai04 348 0077lpnursery.net

Activities Billingual education (French and English), swimming, ballet and piano lessons for 3 to 4 year olds.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum InternationalAge 40 days to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-June, plusSummer CampFees On request

Little Woods NurseryVilla 82, Street 4C, Safa 2, Dubai.04 394 6155littlewoodsnursery.com

Activities Riding bicycles, puzzles, games, indoor toys, books, painting.Hours of operation 8.00am-2.00pm for academics. Option of 7.00am-6.30pm upon request.


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Curriculum Bilingual Classical Arabic and English ProgrammeAge 2 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

My NurseryJumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 1120mynursery.aeManaged by Taaleem

Activities On request.Hours of operation 8.30am-1pm.

Curriculum Montessori/EYFSAge On requestTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

Mulberry Tree Montessori NurseryJumierah (3), Al Safina St., Dubai04 394 9909mulberrynursery.com

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, painting and lot of other activities.Hours of operation Early class from 7:30 am, Late Class untill 6:30pm

Curriculum IndianAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates April, Sep-MarFees On request

New Dubai Nursery Mankool Road, Bur Dubai04 398 4900 newdubainursery.com

Activities Swimming, art, snack time, party fun, classroom fun, computer fun, colours of joy, parade, outdoor trips.Hours of operation 8am-11.30am.

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Bright indoor soft play Lush shaded outdoor

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Tel: 04 348 8805 Email: [email protected]

www.rsn.ae

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Curriculum IndianAge 1.5 to 4 yearsTerm dates Apr-MarFees On request

Spectrum Nursery Villa No. 21, Street No. 25, Abu Hail, Near Hamriya Park, Dubai04 265 9464spectrumnursery.com

Activities Nursery/Montessori Trained Teachers would take the children through various activities such as circle time, role play, story telling, reading, pre-handwriting skills, sensory experience, puppet show, art & craft, game playing, puzzle solving, block building, clay modelling, painting/colouring, rhyme time, dance & music, educational movie watching, gardening, contests, field trips, cookery session, themed as-semblies, collaborative activities, special days celebration, etc.,Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Small Steps NurseryMirdif, Dubai04 288 3347

Activities Softplay, painting, music, dance.Hours of operation 8am- 12pm. Extended hours available until 1.30pm upon request.

Curriculum Theme-based, Emergent CurriculumAge 6 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun (with Holiday Camps)Fees On request

Rising Stars NurseryUmm Suquiem 2, between Al-Manara and Al-Thanya street, near the Collegaite American School04 348 8805rsn.ae

Activities Spacious, colourful, well-equipped age-specific classrooms; Brightly coloured indoor playroom; large out-door play area; bike and car track; sand pit; water splash area; dining/snack room with child-sized dining tables; nurses room.Hours of operation Morning session: 8am-12.30pm, Early drop-off and Late Class (till 3:00pm) available.

Curriculum French CanadianAge 6 month to 4 yearsTerm dates Sept-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request, but price includes three meals per day cooked with organic ingredients

Ptit boutchou Nursery Jumeirah 1 (behind jumeirah plaza), Dubai04 344 6031 ptitboutchou.com

Activities Painting, day trips, social skills, cooking, kids gym, arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor playing area.Hours of operation 7.30am-2pm, plus extra fun time till 5pm if required.


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Curriculum UKAge 1 year to 4.5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED5,750 for 2 days per week for a termAED6,500 for 3 days per week for a term AED7,250 for 4 days per week for a term

Small World NurseriesBehind Emirates Hospital, Jumeirah 2,04 349 0770 / 348 0788smallworldnurserydubai.com

Activities Computer area with educational software, library and outside playscapes, with shaded areas, swimming.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm. Extended hours available until 3pm upon request


Super Kids NurseryStreet 23, Mirdif,Dubai04 288 1949superkidsnursery.com

Activities Circle time, flash cards, arts and crafts, story time, play dough, puzzles and blocks, soft gym and educational videos.Hours of operation 8am-1pm/8am-3pm/8am-5pm.

Curriculum InternationalAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Tender Love and Care Nursery Boutique Office, Villa 23, Dubai Media City04 367 1636tenderloveandcare.com

Activities Music, puzzles, children books, gym, water play, hopping, running, cars, bikes and an outdoor play set, crawling through tunnels, playing with soft balls and many more besides.Hours of operation 7.30am-5pm.


The Kensington NurseryUmm Suquiem, Dubai 04 394 4473 Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai 04 342 3399 thekensingtonnursery.com

Activities Arabic classes, physical education class andwater play.Hours of operation 7.30am-6pm.

Curriculum UKAge Approx. 16 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

The Palms NurseryAl Meedaf Street, (Off Beach Road), Jumeirah 3, Dubai04 394 7017palmsnurserydubai.com

Activities All regular activities including weekly Monkeynastix fun and an FS1 programme gently taught by caring British staff to nurture and promote all aspects of pre- school development.Hours of operation 8am-1.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 3 years Term dates Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun, Sep-DecFees On request

The Knightsbridge NurseryUmm Suquiem 3, Dubai04 348 1666theivychild.com

Activities Phonics, French, music, baking, waterplay zone, large outdoor play area.Hours of operation 7.30am-6pm.


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Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates On requestFees On request

The New Nursery SchoolJumeirah 3, off Umm Al Sheif St, between Spinneys Umm Suquiem and Dubai sailing club (DOSC)04 394 9961

Activities Art, craft, singing, pre-school activities, bicycling/buggying, swings, sports and climbing.Hours of operation 8am-noon and late class 1pm.

Curriculum MontessoriAge 18 months to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr Apr-JunFees AED8,250 per term for 5 days a week.

Tiny Home Montessori NurseryStreet 29, Al Manara, Jumeirah04 346 5240tiny-home.com

Activities Music and Movement, field trips, water play, show and tell, French and Arabic language classes.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm.

Curriculum British Curriculum EYFSAge competent walking to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees Starting from AED6,000 for 3 days per week to AED10,000 for 5 days per week

The Wonder Years NurseryDubai Sports City 04 368 5600wonderyearsnursery.com

Activities New purpose-built nursery, with a spacious cov-ered outdoor play area, bicycle track and sand pit. A well-equipped indoor play area, reading area, small world area and an interactive white board. Varied classroom activities linked to the EYFS curriculum, including arts and crafts, singing and rhymes, water and messy play, special enrich-ment activities such as mini chefs and splashtastic. Hours of operation Sun-Thu, 8am-2pm.

Curriculum Birth-Three Matters and the EYFSAge 4 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Full year programmeFees From AED22,000 to 36,000 for full time

Willow Childrens NurseryAl Manara, Umm Suquiem, Dubai04 346 5078/050 472 5890willownurserydubai.com

Activities Arts, music, physical activities, arabic, swimming, drumming, and much more.Hours of operation Early class from 7.30am-6pm.


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Curriculum InternationalAge 3 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Aug Summer CampFees On request

Wisdom International Nursery & Daycare51 Street, Villa 6, Jumeirah 1, Behind the Dubai Zoo 04 344 6371

Activities Indoor and outdoor play area, physical activities, music, outdoor trips. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum IndianAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Apr-Aug, Sep-MarFees AED975 per month

World NurseryOpp. Bustan Centre,Al Qusais, Dubai,04 261 3025

Activities Oral activities, craftwork and writing skills.Hours of operation 8am-2pm. Daycare facility available until 7pm.

Curriculum British Founda-tion Curriculum, Montessori, and Te Whariki (New Zealand)Age 2 months to 4+ yearsTerm dates Sep-July, including holiday programs.Fees On request

Yellow Brick Road Nursery Al Garhoud, Dubai04 282 8290yellowbrickroad.wsPart of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries

Activities Healthy nutritious breakfast and lunch served each day, indoor and outdoor designated play areas, swimming pool, interactive Promethean boards and laptops in class-rooms, music room and library, English and basic Arabic and French, organic vegetable and flower gardens created and maintained by children, Kung Fu, ballet, Brain Gym, Bharatanatyam dancing, holiday programs and field trips.Hours of operation 7am-6pm with flexible pick up times at 3pm, 5pm and 6pm.

Child Early Intervention Medical Center provides a broad range of services to children with devel-opmental delays and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), including psychological assessments, Speech and Language Therapy, Vision Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Feeding Clinics, and ABA Behavioural Modification Therapy in affiliation with the Center for Autism Related Disorders, Inc. (C.A.R.D.). Early intervention aims to achieve basic skills necessary for inclusion into mainstream schools and to prepare children for integration with typical peers. We treat children between the ages of 18 months to 18 years. Child Learning & Enrichment Medical Center (CLEMC) is the first in its kind to embrace an educational classroom setting and medical services under one roof. CLEMC is a preparatory center that offers pro-grammes that prepare children for inclusion into mainstream schools. We are using the K12 Curriculum for those who need to be registered with the KHDA, and we provide Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each child. Medical services include a Developmental Pediatric Clinic, Child and Adult Psychia-try Clinic, Educational and Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapy, Feeding Therapy, Vision Therapy and Occupational Therapy. Extracurricular activities include enrichment classes that consist of Dance, Piloga, Art, Music, and others.

Child Early Intervention Medical Center FZ LLCAl Razi Building, Block B, Suite 2010Dubai Health Care City, P.O. Box 505122,Dubai, UAE, Tel:+971 4 4233667, email: [email protected], Web: www.childeimc.com

Child Learning & Enrichment Medical Center

Villa No:10 , Street 2-A,P.O.box 122935

Tel -04 3440737,Email : [email protected]

Website: www.childlearning.ae

Dr. Hibah Shata BDS, MSc, FDSRCSIManaging Director & Co-Founder

Carolina TovarExecutive Director & Co-Founder


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Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Jan, Jan-Feb, Feb-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Worood Academy Off New Airport Road,

Abu Dhabi02 444 8855 / 7655 / 8990alworood.sch.ae

Facilities: Modern science labs, a library with more than 55,000 books, a clinic with nurse and qualified doctor. Closed circuit television in the kindergarten, plus a biology lab, TV room, two computer rooms, gymnasium with stage for productions, a modern cafeteria and a stationery store.Extra-curricular activities Science fair, charity fair, KG graduation and function (dances, poetry and songs), Holy Quran recitation competition, private schools essay competition, sports day.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3 to 14 Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Murooj Scientific Private School Khalifa Bin Shakhboot St, Abu Dhabi02 666 9229almuroojprivateschool.com

Facilities: Library, science lab, modern computer lab, specially-designed playground.Extra-curricular activities Physical education, arts and crafts, cooking, playing, music, scouts.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes from KG-Grade 6

Al Shohub School Karama St, Abu Dhabi02 446 4800alshohub.org

Facilities: Science lab, computer, library. Extra-curricular activities Football, volleyball, swimming.

Abu Dhabi

Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Dec-AprFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Al Dhafra Private School Al Mouroor St., Abu Dhabi02 444 3395dhafrasc.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of sports activities.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Maali International School Bateen Area, Abu Dhabi02 666 7661maali.sch.ae

Facilities: Well-equipped science labs, library, computer labs with internet access.Extra-curricular activities Horse riding, swimming, tennis and field trips.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

American Community School Abu Dhabi02 681 5115acs.sch.ae

Facilities: Swimming pool, technology facilities, library, cafeteria, gymnasium, huge playground, seperate playground for elementary.Extra-curricular activities Band, choir, dance, fine arts, sports, arts, athletics, swimming.


Registration now open! P: +971 (0) 2 5100 100E: [email protected]: www.bisabudhabi.com

Helping others be the best they can be.

The British International School, Abu Dhabi offers a premium quality education for students aged 3 - 16 and will be expanding to Post-16 in 2013.

Education and learning have always been our focus and our area of expertise. We provide students with the opportunity to be the best they can be.

We offer: English National Curriculum, iGCSE

and future IB Programme Highly Qualified teachers with UK

experience Outstanding facilities A truly International experience

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Curriculum Indian C.B.S.E.Age 3 to 17Term dates: Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-MarFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Abu Dhabi Indian School Muroor Rd, Abu Dhabi02 448 8025adisuae.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, large playground.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, tennis, table tennis, cricket, volleyball. Regular inter-house and inter-school athletic meets (for the girls and boys) are highlights of the school calendar.

Curriculum UAE/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Al Nahda National School Boys Abu Dhabi02 445 4200 / 2984nahdaschools.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UAE/UK/USAge 3 to 17 yearsTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Al Nahda National School Abu DhabiBoys School 02 445 4200 / 2984Girls School 02 447 7600 / 4550nahdaschools.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UKAge FS1 to grade 6Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: AED13,860 per termWaiting list? YesTransport? On request

Al Muna Primary School Hamdan, Abu Dhabi02 501 4777almunaprimary.sch.ae

Facilities: Computer labs, indoor play area, swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities Arabic dancing, aquafit, construction technology, dodgeball, gymnastics, choir, football, badminton, swimming.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Yasmina School Al Raha Gardens, Abu Dhabi02 501 4888alyasmina.sch.ae

Facilities: Indoor play area, labs, library, netball court.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, cricket, table tennis, martial arts, animation club, photography, team swimming, reading club.

Curriculum UKAge On RequestTerm dates: Sep-JunFees: From AED 14,520Waiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Al Mushrif SchoolAl Manaseer Area,Abu Dhabi02 813 2200almushrif.sch.ae

Facilities: 850-seat auditorium, research laboratory, graphic design area, music recording studio and recital hall. Multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, 25 m swimming pool, and, outdoors, a full-size football pitch and basketball courtsExtra-curricular activities Art, photography, jewellery mak-ing, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Arabic calligraphy, music, choir, drama, theatre, football, netball, swimming, yoga, rock climbing, sailing and water sports, expeditions, International Award; and Service to the school and local community.


Please contact us for further details: +971 (0)2 815 6506

[email protected] | www.brightoncollege.ae

A Bloom Education Initiative

Be the best that you can be.

Help others be the best that they can be.

Join us as we begin our second year.

Admissions from FS1 to Year 10.

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Curriculum UKAge 3-18 (K-12) by 2015, 3-15 (Foundation Stage 1 to Year 10) at present (2012-13)Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul.Fees: From AED47,530-AED61,640Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Brighton College Bloom Gardens, Near Sheikh Khalifa Park, Abu Dhabi02 815 6500 (Reception)02 815 6506 (Admissions)brightoncollege.ae

Facilities: Libraries, auditorium, information and communication technologies suites, art studios, dance stu-dios, recording studio, labs, fitness centre, aerobics room, football/rugby/cricket pitch (grass), 25m swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities A wide variety, including football, hockey, rugby, swimming, badminton, karate, netball, round-ers and horse-riding.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 16Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

British International School Abu Dhabi University Campus, Abu Dhabi02 510 0100bisabudhabi.com

Facilities: Classrooms are equipped with smart boards and data projectors, custom furniture. Common rooms, science labs, music rooms, playground with model equipment, swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities Drama clubs, music lessons, karate, various sporting clubs and competitions including soccer, netball, basketball and swimming.

Curriculum UKAge On requestTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

British School Al Khubairat Al Khubairat, Abu Dhabi02 446 2280britishschool.sch.ae

Facilities: Theatre, auditorium, sports pitch, libraries, information and communication technologies facilities, swimming pools, study centre, gym, and Busy Bee Club.Extra-curricular activities Football, netball, swimming, cooking, music, arts, running.

Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Year 13Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED12,216-25,800Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

The Cambridge High School New Musaffa, Abu Dhabi02 552 1621gemscis-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Kindergarten play ground, swimming pool, science labs, audio visual rooms, computer labs, music studios, tennis and volley ball court, auditorium, library, art studios, book and uniform store, medical care, school cafeteria, prayer room.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, cultural events, environmental and social service projects, campaigns, cooking, journalism, drama, art and crafts, fashion design, computers and pottery.


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Curriculum Arabic/USAge On requestTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Elite Private School Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi02 447 5800ep-school.net

Facilities: Large library, well-equipped internet-connected computer lab, science labs, health services, canteen, cafeteria, outdoor sporting facilities.Extra-curricular activities Football, basketball, volleyball and handball. Inter-school tournaments, art contests, annual parties and science exhibitions. Trips to fun parks and places inside and outside Abu Dhabi.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 2.5 above Term dates: Sep, JanFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Emirates National School Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi02 559 0000 / 800 2008ens.sch.ae

Facilities: Large playing fields, computer and science labs, libraries, gymnasiums and swimming pools.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities on offer.

Curriculum CanadianAge 3 to 13Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Canadian International School Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi02 556 4206cis-ad.org

Facilities: Gym complex including 25m swimming pool, activity rooms for music and drama, large science lab, libraries and every classroom is wired to a computer, printer and a projector.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UKAge On requestTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? On request

First Steps School24th Karama St., Abu Dhabi02 445 4920 firststeps.ae

Facilities: Field trips, special events, picnics, swimming, music time, painting.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum FrenchAge On requestTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

French School New Airport Rd, Abu Dhabi02 444 8075llm.ae

Facilities: Playground, auditorium, recreation, swimming pool, gymnasium.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UAE/USAge On requestTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Glenelg School Saks al Nakhl, Abu Dhabi02 599 2001gsad.sch.ae

Facilities: Music and fine arts facitities, Arabic/Islamic study areas, library.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, soccer, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball, handball.


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Curriculum AmericanAge Kindergarten to Year 13Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED31,500 to 66,780Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS American Academy Najda, btwn 9 and 11 St, Abu Dhabi02 557 4880gemsaa-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Outdoor artificial grass field, 24 classrooms with their own adjacent computer mini-lab, interactive Promethean smart board in each classroom, computer lab and Arabic studies room, cafeteria, gymnasium with built-in seating for 100, covered outdoor play areas.Extra-curricular activities Art club, computer club, basketball, spanish, tennis, golf, floor hockey, knitting and weaving, chess, F1 club, swim club, intermediate spanish, arabic callig-raphy, advanced arabic, origami, swimming, yoga, book club.

Curriculum American/IBAge Kindergarten to Grade 3Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED25,000-55,650Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi02 641 6333gemseducation.com

Facilities: outdoor artificial grass field.Extra-curricular activities Two playgrounds, shaded games field, Arabic language and Islamic Education spaces (for Muslim students), music room, IT lab, library, art room, gymnasium, movement room, climbing wall, health clinic, cafeteria.


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Curriculum IndianAge On requestTerm dates: MonthlyFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

New Indian Model School Corniche, Abu Dhabi02 448 2048nimsuae.com/model

Facilities: Science labs for senior secondary school students, well-stocked library.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum IndianAge On requestTerm dates: Apr-MarFees: AED2,400-3,500Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Al Salaam Street, Abu Dhabi02 642 5990gemsoo-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Library, computer lab, science facilities, medical centre, canteen, school stores.Extra-curricular activities Music, elocution, recitation, debates, essay writing, dramatics, sports, creative writing, music, club activities, art and craft, painting.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun.Fees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Pearl Primary School Al Dhafrah, Abu Dhabi02 641 8887pearlprimary.sch.ae

Facilities: Indoor play area, labs, library.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, basketball, cricket, table tennis, martial arts, animation club, photography, team swimming, reading club.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Rawafed Private School Al Khaleeg, Abu Dhabi02 666 2663 - Girls SchoolAl Khaleeg, Abu Dhabi02 666 9108 - Boys Schoolrawafedschool.com

Facilities: Three school libraries, three computer labs, designated art studios, five science laboratories, two athletic fields, two clinics, specially-equipped KG playing area, two cafeterias, books and supplies store.Extra-curricular activities Football, trips and more.


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Curriculum IB InternationalAge 4 to 18Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED35,000-55,200Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Raha International School Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi02 556 1567ris.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities: Six lane swimming pool and learning pool, large sports hall, library, dance studio, art and design studio, science and technology lab, music room, tennis court, weather sports field, recreation and play areas, cafeteria.Extra-curricular activities Various language clubs, piano, senior school orchestrea, crafty stories, jewellry making, choir, robotics, waterpolo, chess, horse-riding, sailing, model United Nations, Computer Club, French Club, card making, kite surfing, kayaking, golf, Capoeira, Arabesque.

Curriculum American/UAEAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED26,100-60,200Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy Abu Dhabi02 446 9777gemseducation.com

Facilities: Library, swimming pool, full-size gymnasium, fully-equipped cooking room, prayer room and Islamic studies room, theatre, playing fields and tennis courts.Extra-curricular activities Movie club, international award and community service, newsletter club, drama, environmental club, book club, cursive writing, sketching, Spanish club, basketball, Quran club, reading club, arts/crafts, educational DVD club, music and movement, yoga.


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Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Vision Private School Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi02 447 7730visionschool-uae.com

Facilities: Library, internet-connected computer lab, science labs, health services, canteen, cafeteria, outdoor sporting facility. Video/DVD room for all classes to watch novel adap-tations and science films as part of their subject syllabus.Extra-curricular activities Inter-school tournaments, art con-tests, science exhibitions, trips to fun parks and places inside and outside Abu Dhabi. A continually-developing programme of activities and trips.

Curriculum IBAge 7 to 13Term dates: Sep-JulyFees: From AED17,787Waiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Al Bateen Secondary School Al Manaseer Area, Abu Dhabi02 813 2000albateen.sch.ae

Facilities: 850-seat auditorium, research laboratory, graphic design area, music recording studio and recital hall. Multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, 25 m swimming pool, and, outdoors, a full-size football pitch and basketball courtsExtra-curricular activities Art, photography, jewellery mak-ing, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Arabic calligraphy, music, choir, drama, theatre, football, netball, swimming, yoga, rock climbing, sailing and water sports, expeditions, International Award; and Service to the school and local community.

Curriculum UKAge Info on requestTerm dates: Opening SoonFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Al Ain International

School Al Salam Street, Sarooj, Al Ain03 715 1000alaininternational.sch.ae

Facilities: Two swimming pools, art room, music rooms, auditorium, library, large gymnasium, playing fields and large recess space.Extra-curricular activities Visit website for full list of activities.

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Dubai & Sharjah

Curriculum Arabic/ French/ AmericanAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec Dec/Mar, Mar-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha

Al Barsha, Dubai04 347 8288 almawakeb.sch.ae

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counselling.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

Curriculum Arabic/ French/ AmericanAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees On requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Al Mawakeb School Garhoud Garhoud, Dubai04 285 1415 almawakeb.sch.ae

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counselling.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

Curriculum Arabic/UAEAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-MayFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Shorouq Private School Jumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 0765 alshorouq.ae

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities On request.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 2.5 to 15Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Salam Private School Al Nahda/Al GhusaisDubai04 267 9594 alsalamschool.sch.ae

Facilities Computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, libraries, clinics, resource centres.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, ballet, football, karate, horse riding, ice skating.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3.5 to 16.5Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Arab Unity School Rashidiya, Dubai04 288 6226/27 arabunityschool.com

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, libraries, basketball, clinics, resource centres, guidance counseling.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, football, volleyball.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-JunFees On request Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Thuraya School Garhoud, Dubai04 282 4964 althuraya.ae

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court, computer labs, libraries.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, skiing, football, running and all kind of sports activities.

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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Safa School Al Safa 1, Dubai04 394 7879 safaschooldubai.com

Facilities Large complex complete with swimming pool, sports hall and spacious playgrounds.Extra-curricular activities Taekwondo, football and swimming, hours riding and skiing,

Curriculum UAE

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