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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Our son attended Numu Nursery Business Bay for just a few days, but it was enough to fall in love. Teachers and staff are kind, caring and attentive; days full of fun activities and creativity.
The receptionist was rude in the way she spoke to us.
After visiting five preschools in and around Business Bay, I chose Numu for the individual attention and genuine care. Facilities are modern, safe, well-maintained and thoughtfully designed.
My daughter always felt part of a big family. Teachers and staff are caring, supportive and professional. Facilities modern, clean and very well maintained.