Belonging first
A welcoming environment designed to help every child feel safe, settled and seen.
British EYFS nursery · Falaj Hazza, Al Ain
A joyful beginning for confident learners.
A warm, play-led environment where children aged 1 to 4 years old feel secure, curious and ready to discover their world.
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EYFSPlay-led learning
1 to 4years
Ages1 to 4 years
Monday–Friday7:30 AM–2:30 PM
Extended careAvailable until 5:00 PM*
CurriculumBritish EYFS
The Headstart difference
Small moments. Strong foundations.
Young children learn best when they are known, encouraged and free to explore. Our approach brings purposeful play, caring relationships and meaningful routines together—helping every child build independence and a genuine love of learning.
Learning through play
Hands-on experiences turn natural curiosity into language, confidence and new skills.
Parents as partners
Open communication keeps families connected to their child’s progress and nursery life.
UAE National Identity
Little hearts growing with love for the UAE.
For children aged 1 to 4 years old, national identity begins with familiar, joyful experiences. Through songs, stories, Arabic words, the UAE flag, local traditions and national celebrations, children build a warm sense of belonging to the country they call home.
Learning through the colours of the UAE flag
Our flag & colours
We explore red, green, white and black through art, sensory play and simple matching activities.
Language & stories
Arabic greetings, songs and age-appropriate stories introduce children to the language and heritage of the UAE.
Traditions & celebrations
Children enjoy Emirati music, clothing, foods, crafts and national occasions in playful, meaningful ways.
Belonging & respect
We encourage kindness, family values, respect and pride in the UAE's welcoming multicultural community.
Our curriculum
Seven connected areas of learning
Our British EYFS approach follows children’s interests and development through play, conversation, movement, stories, investigation and creative expression.
3Prime areas
Communication & language
Listening, understanding, vocabulary and confident expression.
Personal, social & emotional
Self-regulation, positive relationships and growing independence.
Physical development
Gross and fine motor skills, coordination and healthy routines.
4Specific areas
Literacy
A love of books, sounds, early reading and mark-making.
Mathematics
Numbers, patterns, shapes and problem-solving through everyday play.
Understanding the world
People, communities, nature and the wider world around us.
Expressive arts & design
Imagination through art, music, movement and role play.
EYFS learning is child-centred and interconnected. Children are supported at their own pace through observation, responsive planning and partnership with parents.
Arabic & Islamic learning
Nurturing language, values and a sense of belonging.
For children aged 1 to 4 years old, learning is gentle, joyful and woven into everyday routines. Through songs, stories, greetings, play and simple moments of reflection, children become familiar with the Arabic language and age-appropriate Islamic values.
Gentle, joyful and rooted in everyday routines
Everyday Arabic
Children learn greetings, simple words, rhymes and songs through play, repetition and daily interaction.
Stories & Qur'an
Short surahs, simple duas and stories of the Prophets are introduced gently through listening and repetition.
Beautiful manners
We nurture kindness, sharing, gratitude, respect, cleanliness and care for others.
Celebrations & community
Children discover Ramadan, Eid and Islamic occasions through stories, creative activities and simple acts of generosity.
A day with us
Rhythm, discovery and room to grow
Our days balance child-led exploration with carefully planned experiences, movement, conversation, creativity and rest.
Welcome & settle
A calm arrival, warm greeting and time to reconnect.
Explore & communicate
Open-ended play, circle time, stories and language-rich interaction.
Create & investigate
Art, sensory experiences, early maths and discovery activities.
Move & play outdoors
Active play that builds coordination, confidence and friendships.
Eat, rest & reflect
Healthy routines and a gentle close to the nursery day.
*Extended hours are available for an additional fee.
Nursery highlights
Happy hearts and helpful dates
Watch our latest nursery highlight and keep the 2026-27 academic year close at hand.
Happy Hearts
A 15-second celebration of joyful learning, belonging and bright futures.
Academic Calendar 2026-27
View important term dates, summer camp dates and provisional government holidays.
Admissions
Come and see Headstart for yourself.
The best way to choose a nursery is to experience it. Meet our team, explore the environment and talk through what your child needs.
1
Send an enquiry
Tell us your child’s age and preferred start date.
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Visit the nursery
Book a convenient tour and meet our team.
3
Complete registration
Our admissions team will guide you through the documents and fees.
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