Neuro-mapped British EYFS nursery blending Reggio Emilia and Montessori ideas
Numu Nursery, named after the Arabic word for 'grow', runs several nurseries across Dubai for children from 45 days to 5 years. Its Neuro-Mapped British EYFS curriculum blends the Early Years Foundation Stage with Reggio Emilia and Montessori ideas, mapped to how young children's brains develop, with particular focus on the 'Golden 1000 Days'. Children follow individual learning plans in play-based settings, alongside exposure to a range of world languages, Arabic sessions and UAE cultural celebrations. Coding@2 introduces coding concepts without screens using Lego, bots, puzzles and games, and the 'Littles' Program' co-curricular clubs cover music, ballet, cooking, art, sport, languages and theatre. Nurseries are designed as eco-friendly, home-like spaces with natural light, reading nooks and multisensory gardens. Published staff-to-child ratios are 1:3 for babies, 1:5 for toddlers, 1:8 in FS1 and 1:10 in FS2.
Healthy meals and snacks are prepared on site.
Staff-to-child ratios: babies 1:3, toddlers (1-3 yrs) 1:5, FS1 1:8, FS2 1:10. All staff complete background checks and references; educators trained in first aid and emergency response.
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My twins love it so much that they even ask to go on weekends. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming; the principal Ms. Fatima personally welcomes parents and children each morning. Open-door policy, indoor air-conditioned play area, gardening activities and extra classes like gymnastics, taekwondo and ballet.
I couldn't be happier with our experience at Numu Nursery. The staff are caring, professional, patient and dedicated. A warm, safe and nurturing environment; activities are thoughtfully planned and communication with parents is excellent.
Honestly, the care and cleanliness are wonderful. Madam Fatima, the nursery director, treats the children like her own. You can leave your child there with complete peace of mind.
An excellent, high-quality nursery in terms of classrooms, cleanliness and attention to children, with a commitment to teaching Islamic and Arabic principles.