Al Durrah Nursery

• Al Durrah Nursery implements the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to ensure a balanced and comprehensive educational foundation for children from an early age.
• A safe and welcoming educational environment that accommodates every child and considers their individual needs and abilities.
• Adoption of learning through play and inquiry methods to develop curiosity, love of discovery, and creativity in children.
• Development of independence and self-confidence in children through structured, sensory, and varied kinesthetic activities.
• Support for social and emotional growth and building positive interaction skills with others.
• Diverse educational, sensory, and artistic activities including music, drawing, drama, and physical activities, ensuring comprehensive development of the child's skills.
• Provision of a personalized educational experience that considers individual differences and supports children's academic, social, and cognitive growth.
• Indoor and outdoor facilities equipped to provide a safe and stimulating environment for learning and social interaction.

Admission Procedures at Al Durrah Nursery

Most children begin attending the nursery in September, but registration is available at any time during the year. Admission is subject to availability, and children who meet admission criteria are accepted based on available capacity.

Initially, a complete application form must be submitted. After receiving the application, the admissions office contacts parents to inform them of the application status. If a vacancy is available, the next step in the admission procedures is explained. If no vacancy is available within the child's age group, the application is placed on a waiting list.

Parents are advised to visit the nursery and meet with the nursery director to learn about the facilities. A visit can be arranged directly. The nursery director assesses the child's readiness to join and determines the appropriate class according to age group.

Admission Policy for Children with Additional Needs

Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) are considered people of determination. All admission applications are subject to availability. New applications for children with additional needs are referred to the nursery director for assessment. The nursery director evaluates the child's condition and provides recommendations to the admissions department. It is determined whether the nursery is capable of meeting the child's needs, with a recommendation for full or partial acceptance (in cooperation with another specialized educational entity), or an apology if no suitable place is currently available.

Age Groups

The child must be between 4 months and under 4 years old at registration. If it becomes apparent that the child is ready to move to the next age group during the school year, the recommendation is discussed with the parent, and the transition occurs after agreement.

Children aged 2.8 years or older (32 months or more) as of September 1 of the relevant school year are required to register for regular attendance for 5 days per week. Children from 4 months to 32 months can choose flexible attendance, in addition to the option of regular attendance for 5 days, subject to availability.

Registration Documents

The following documents must be submitted with the online registration application or delivered manually to the admissions office:

• Copy of the child's and parent's passport and residence page
• Copy of the UAE ID for the child and parent
• Copy of the child's birth certificate
• Completed registration form
• Completed medical form
• Copy of vaccination card
• 4 recent passport-size photos and two regular-size photos
• Proof of payment of registration fees

The admissions team contacts parents to confirm acceptance and agree on subsequent details. After completing the required documents, a registration fee of 500 AED is paid. To view tuition fees and their various options, please visit the nursery's registration office.

Please visit the registration office at Al Durrah Nursery to view tuition fees and their various options, as well as to inquire about available payment methods at the nursery.

Al Durrah Nursery Educational Programs

Al Durrah Nursery adopts the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS 2012) curriculum, where we embrace each child and focus on their potential and individual needs to support them in their educational journey.

Our program is based on holistic learning methods based on inquiry and play, covering prime and specific areas of development. In addition to the EYFS curriculum, we place special importance on discovering the child's creative potential and learning through sensory, visual, auditory, and kinesthetic experiences, relying on the Montessori curriculum.

The Montessori learning area is designed to support children's growth and promote their independence through a child-adapted environment and teaching methods, allowing them to develop socially, intellectually, and emotionally.

Learning and Development Areas

Prime Areas:

• Personal, Social and Emotional Development:
• Building relationships
• Developing self-confidence and self-awareness
• Managing feelings and behavior
• Physical Development:
• Movement and control
• Health and self-care
• Communication and Language:
• Listening and attention
• Understanding
• Speaking

Specific Areas:

• Literacy:
• Reading
• Writing
• Mathematics:
• Numbers
• Shape, space, and measures
• Understanding the World:
• People and communities
• The world
• Technology
• Expressive Arts and Design:
• Exploring and using media and materials
• Imagination and creativity

Montessori Curriculum

The Montessori learning area is designed to support children's growth and promote their independence through a child-adapted environment and teaching methods, helping them develop socially, intellectually, and emotionally.

The Montessori curriculum helps children develop self-confidence, love of order, building social relationships, creativity and imagination. It also gives them the opportunity to discover their surrounding environment at their own individual pace.

At an early age, children discover science through problem-solving, mathematics through playing with patterns, art through creativity, and social etiquette through understanding and sharing with others.

Key Points in the Montessori Curriculum:

• Based on a balanced mix of rationality and practical application
• Gives children freedom of choice and movement without relying on direct imitation
• Through the prepared environment, what the child learns can be directed
• The teacher's role is indirect guidance and leadership toward learning
• Educational tools allow children to interact with knowledge through the senses
• Maintaining the child's motivation through encouragement and providing them with basic guidance that enables them to know what they should do

Arabic Language Program

Arabic language is a mandatory component in the child's future educational journey in UAE schools. Based on preparing our children for the school stage, we provide a specialized Arabic language teacher to support each child's learning within the classroom environment.

The program works in parallel with the nursery curriculum and focuses on shapes, colors, numbers, and letters that the child learns, in a fun and attractive manner that includes arts and crafts, Arabic stories, and children's songs.

Yes, Al Durrah Nursery is co-educational, meaning it accepts students of both genders, and they study together in the same classes.

You can view complete details of tuition fees through the school's page on the Mdares platform at mdares.ai.

Educational and developmental activities implemented by Al Durrah Nursery include:

• Learning through play and exploration to develop thinking and creativity skills in children, which is the foundation of the curriculum adopted at the nursery
• Activities to develop sensory and motor skills such as playing with sand and water and gardening, supporting children's sensory and motor growth
• Free and structured play activities in indoor and outdoor play areas to support social interaction and communication among children
• Role Play area where children are encouraged to express their ideas through imaginative play and roles, enhancing language and communication skills
• Activities to develop fine motor skills and early mark making such as holding tools and practicing drawing
• Musical and visual activities supporting artistic and rhythmic expression in children through songs and musical games within classrooms
• Educational activities related to seasonal and natural topics such as learning about seasons and different occasions, helping to connect learning to daily life

Supportive Educational Environment for Activities

The nursery includes indoor and outdoor facilities equipped to support these activities, including: safe playgrounds, sand area, water and garden areas, and a hall for music and physical games.

Al Durrah Nursery adopts the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS 2012) curriculum, where we embrace each child and focus on their potential and individual needs, ensuring their support during their educational journey.

Al Durrah Nursery is located in the Industrial Area, Al Nahda Street, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.

Please contact Al Durrah Nursery directly and inquire about the availability of transportation services for areas near its location.

Facilities

Al Durrah Nursery facilities are located next to Al Durrah International School building. It is a spacious, safe, and welcoming building that combines indoor and outdoor environments to serve the best interests of children and their comprehensive development.

Indoor Facilities Include:

• Multiple spacious classrooms designed to suit each age group, prepared to allow access to outdoor spaces and benefit from natural lighting
• Indoor role play area allowing children to explore ideas derived from their home cultures, develop imagination and progress in multiple educational areas, including home corner with toy kitchen, puppet theater corner, drama and play costume area, and others
• STEM room and sensory activities room where children explore and experiment with various materials that enhance their cognitive growth and develop problem-solving skills
• CT room equipped with a projector, dedicated to visual learning and musical activities
• Special room for infants from 4 months to one year, including a separate sleeping area to ensure children get rest in a quiet and warm environment. The responsible staff monitors each child's daily routine such as feeding times and tummy time, encouraging them to crawl and walk and develop the five senses through sensory activities

Outdoor Facilities Include:

• Two large playgrounds, fenced and secured with a security system at the gates
• Sand area equipped with slides and recreational games, and an area designated for water activities
• Garden allowing children to plant some flowers
• Construction and assembly area where children enjoy building houses and various structures

Al Durrah Nursery encourages children to fully benefit from experimentation and exploration opportunities within a safe, secure, and attractive educational environment.

• Indoor and outdoor surveillance cameras are available in play areas, in addition to the reception area and main entrance gate
• The nursery is surrounded by a complete fence, with a security system on doors and an internal communication system for visitors
• A qualified nurse certified by the Ministry of Health is permanently present during working hours, monitoring children's health status and measuring temperature daily, and conducting regular safety tours to identify any potential hazards
• Risk assessment is conducted daily in all nursery facilities
• Strict safety and hygiene policies and procedures are implemented to support infection control policy
• Deep cleaning and sterilization programs are implemented regularly
• There is an agreement with a company specialized in pest control and water tank maintenance