Chapter One Private Nursery

About the school

Chapter One Private Nursery is a distinguished international early education institution, with its first branch in the Middle East opened in Qurum Beach area, Muscat in November 2018. It provides a safe and experience-rich educational environment, based on the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that promotes the child's holistic development through play and exploration, while considering individual differences and the needs of each age stage.

The nursery is distinguished by the "Key Carer" system where each child is assigned a responsible caregiver, which enhances the sense of security and provides personal support for each child. Classes are divided by age to ensure appropriate activities are provided for each group, and programs include: language, mathematics, arts, music, cooking, and movement activities.

The management is keen on an effective partnership with parents through daily communication and continuous assessment. Facilities include indoor and outdoor play areas, comfortable sleeping rooms, and sensory and creative educational corners, in an educational environment that elevates the child towards independence and self-confidence.

Nurturing hearts and minds through rich, warm, stimulating and enjoyable interactions, experiences and environments.

We provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the emotional and social development of all children. We invest in the wellbeing and development of our team by providing regular opportunities for self-care and professional learning, which enhances a positive and sustainable work environment.

  • Support the emotional and social development of each child.
  • Provide a safe and inclusive environment that enhances learning through play.
  • Encourage creativity and critical thinking through open learning experiences.
  • Strengthen the relationship between the nursery and family as part of the learning system.
  • Enable and develop the work team professionally in a sustainable manner.

Accredited by

Ministry of Education, Sultanate of Oman

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Frequently asked questions

British Early Years Education Philosophy (EYFS): The nursery adopts the British early years curriculum, which focuses on developing all aspects of the child's personality – physical, social, emotional, and cognitive – through active learning and real-life experiences.

Implementation of "Key Carer" system: Each child has a main caregiver responsible for following up and providing individual support, which helps build confidence and psychological security in the child, and enhances continuous communication with parents.

Classes designated by age group:

  • Infants (Caterpillar Room) from 2 months to 2 years.
  • Children from 2 to 3 years (Busy Bees)
  • Pre-school stage KG from 3 years to 4 years.

The interior and exterior design of the nursery relies on natural materials such as wood, with spaces for sensory play, exploration, cooking, music, and theater, which contributes to developing the child's senses and social skills.

The team includes qualified caregivers and teachers who receive continuous training to update their skills, and undergo periodic reviews to ensure the implementation of best educational practices.

The nursery places great importance on daily communication with parents, and involves them in the assessment and educational planning process for each child.

Strict implementation of safety standards, including sleep monitoring, emergency plans, injury reports, and precise supervision ratios in each age group.

International expansion and institutional trust: The Muscat branch is a continuation of proven success in the United Kingdom where branches there received high ratings from official regulatory bodies (Care Inspectorate).

  • Available for children from 2 months to 4 years old.
  • Registration requires an initial interview with the parent to discuss the child's needs and expectations.
  • Admission includes paying non-refundable registration fees.
  • Completing the health and educational data form.
  • The nursery provides introductory tours for parents before making the decision.

Chapter One Private Nursery offers several flexible methods for fee payment, in line with the electronic payment system adopted in the Sultanate of Oman. Parents can pay via direct bank transfer to the nursery's account, or using credit and debit cards through the point-of-sale device inside the nursery, and the nursery prefers non-cash payment to ensure speed and security in transactions.

It is preferable to contact the accounts department at Chapter One directly to inquire about more details.

  • The nursery adopts the British curriculum (Curriculum for Excellence) which focuses on active and experiential learning.
  • KG programs follow early education foundations from the United Kingdom.
  • Kalemon curriculum for Arabic language to enhance the mother tongue in an interactive way.
  • Programs that support emotional intelligence, social skills, critical thinking, and language.

Yes, classes within Chapter One Private Nursery are mixed.

You can view the complete details of tuition fees through Chapter One Private Nursery's page on the mdares.ai schools platform.

  • Art activities (drawing, sculpting).
  • Cooking activities ("Mini Chef").
  • Movement and music programs ("Sticky Kids").
  • Reading corner and sensory experiences.
  • Recreational and educational school trips.
  • Seasonal activities (Ramadan, Eid, summer).

Chapter One Private Nursery adopts the British curriculum (Early Years Foundation Stage – EYFS).

Which enhances the child's abilities in:

  • Communication and language.
  • Physical development.
  • Personal, social and emotional development.
  • Early literacy and writing.
  • Mathematical thinking.
  • Environmental understanding.
  • Artistic and creative expression.

Chapter One Private Nursery is located in Qurum area, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.

It is preferable to contact the administration directly to inquire about the availability of this service.

  • Classrooms divided by age groups.
  • Sleeping rooms for young children equipped with dim lighting and soothing music.
  • Outdoor play area equipped with safe toys.
  • Sensory and artistic exploration areas.
  • Cooking, reading, and music corners.

Chapter One Private Nursery ensures children's safety through the "Key Carer" system that assigns a responsible caregiver to each child, along with precise supervision ratios according to age, and continuous monitoring especially during sleep. The nursery also adopts clear policies for dealing with accidents and emergencies, and is keen on training the work team periodically on safety procedures and preventive care, to ensure a safe and supportive environment at all times.

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