Belvedere International Nursery

• The nursery provides a safe and stimulating environment for children with constant supervision from teachers and their assistants.
• Following the British EYFS curriculum that focuses on learning through play and discovery.
• Comprehensive programs to develop children's academic, social, and emotional skills from an early age.
• Diverse extracurricular activities including art, music, and movement, with fun events such as carnivals and performances.
• Safe and monitored school transportation system with qualified assistants to ensure children's safety during transit.
• Great attention to children's health and safety through emergency procedures, first aid, and monitoring meals and allergies.
• Continuous training for teachers on best practices in education and safety, ensuring quality education and care.

Admission and registration requirements at Belvedere International Nursery:

• The application form must be completed, and contact the admissions office to arrange an initial meeting or virtual or field tour.
• Required documents include: a recent photo of the child, a copy of the child's passport, the child's residence permit, the child's birth certificate, a copy of parents' ID, and possibly academic reports if available.
• The child's vaccination record and medical data (such as allergies or health conditions) must be submitted as part of the mandatory medical file.
• Conduct an introductory interview or entrance assessment for the child to determine their suitability for the nursery.
• Accepting the offer requires completing an acceptance form and parents signing the registration terms and school policy.
• The minimum age for registration in FS2 (pre-kindergarten stage) is 3.8 years on September 1 according to the admission policy.
• The school does not exclude students with special needs: it provides support for students with "Special Educational Needs and Disabilities" according to its capacity.

Essential Documents for Application Submission

Please submit the following documents with the application form:

• Completed application form.
• Recent passport photo of the student × 1 (white background).
• Copy of the student's residence visa (not required for GCC students).
• Copy of the student's Emirates ID (both sides).
• Copy of the student's birth certificate (certified, and if in English, translated into Arabic).
• Copy of the student's previous school report for the past two years (not required for FS2 stage).
• Copy of father's passport.
• Copy of father's residence visa (not required for GCC nationals).
• Copy of father's Emirates ID (both sides).
• Copy of mother's passport.
• Copy of mother's residence visa (not required for GCC nationals).
• Copy of mother's Emirates ID (both sides).

Note: If residence visas and Emirates IDs are being issued, please obtain a letter from the sponsor on official letterhead clarifying this.

Fee payment methods at Belvedere International Nursery:

• Fees can be paid online using the "Online Fee Payment" page on the school website.
• Payment can also be made in cash or by bank check, or in person at the school.

Fees are paid in 3 installments, and if payment is delayed or full fees are not paid, the school may withhold some documents such as student transfer certificates until dues are settled.

Belvedere International Nursery adopts the internationally recognized British curriculum for the Early Years Framework, designed for children from birth to 5 years old. A set of organized indicators is applied for each age group, based on early learning goals in each area of learning, to assess the child and enhance their educational experience weekly. Children undergo continuous assessment according to these age-appropriate indicators throughout their time at the nursery, with the aim of individually monitoring their progress and measuring their achievement level.

Core Learning Areas

Personal, Social and Emotional Development: Focuses on building relationships, self-confidence, managing feelings and behavior, acquiring independence skills, teamwork, healthy habits, and the ability to concentrate.

Physical Development: Enhances fine and gross motor skills, balance and coordination, sports and artistic activities, while promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Communication and Language: Focuses on listening, comprehension, and speaking skills, developing vocabulary and grammar. The nursery includes multilingual support (English – French – Arabic), in addition to developing thinking and innovation skills.

Specific Learning Areas

Literacy (Reading and Writing): Includes linking letters to sounds, and beginning to read and write using programs such as Jolly Phonics and Oxford Reading Tree, with support for stories, dramatic activities, early writing, and technical means.

Mathematics: Focuses on numbers, shapes, measurement, time, addition and subtraction through practical activities that develop thinking and creativity.

Understanding the World: Introduces children to the environment, nature, society, and technology through exploration, observation, and simplified scientific experiments.

Arts and Design: Includes creative expression through arts, music, drama, role play, and model design using various tools and materials.

Yes, Belvedere International Nursery is co-educational, and male and female students share the same classes.

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

The nursery is interested in extracurricular activities, including academic support in Arabic, mathematics, and English, in addition to physical fitness programs, creative clubs, and others. Activities are implemented after school by qualified teachers, and aim to encourage students to explore their interests, develop their skills, and enjoy a fun and supportive learning environment. These activities and clubs include:

• Fine motor skills.
• Gardening and School Environment Club.
• Public Speaking and Presentation Club.
• Football Club.
• Badminton Club.
• Knitting and Crochet Club (girls only).
• Mathematics Booster Program.
• Mindful Colouring.
• Robotics.
• Table Tennis Club.
• English Booster Program for Primary Stage.
• Puzzle Club.
• Music Club.
• Chess Club.
• English Booster Club.
• Islamic Studies Activity "My Role Model, My Story".
• Reading and Crafts Activity (Arabic) (Read and Create).
• "Welcome to Arabic" Activity for non-Arab students.
• Fitness Club.
• Scouts Club and "Proud to be Emirati" Club.
• Reading Club.
• Primary Maths Booster Program.
• Graffiti Club.
• Primary Science Booster Club.
• Science Booster Club for Middle and High School.
• Swimming.

It adopts the British EYFS "Early Years Foundation Stage" curriculum for children from birth to age 5.

Belvedere International Nursery is located in Hili, Al Hisn Junction, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Yes, the nursery provides transportation service and has a network of school buses covering various locations.

• Modern and equipped classrooms.
• Library.
• Science laboratories.
• Indoor and outdoor playgrounds.
• Designated dining area.
• Child-friendly sanitary facilities.
• Nurse's room.

The nursery takes several measures to ensure children's safety comprehensively:

• All nursery entrances are monitored by cameras, with security personnel at the gates, and a secure entry system for students and staff.
• Low teacher-to-child ratio to ensure continuous supervision, with support from teacher assistants.
• Health and safety policy includes emergency procedures, first aid, dealing with allergies, and monitoring meals and water.
• Buses are supported by qualified assistants, and a strict system is applied for boarding and alighting to ensure children's safety during transit.
• All teachers receive training in first aid, emergencies, and general safety within classrooms and facilities.