Nursery guides for the UAE
Approaches, ages and what an early-years place actually costs, built on the nurseries listed on Enrolia.
Nurseries guides
Choosing a Nursery in Abu Dhabi: the 2026 Rules
Abu Dhabi publishes a rulebook for nurseries that most families never read: minimum adult to child ratios landing by 1 September 2026, capped registration fees, and admission that turns on capacity. What each rule lets you ask for on the visit.
Updated 14 August 2026 · 14 min read
Montessori vs Reggio Emilia vs EYFS in UAE Nurseries (2026)
All three labels are self declared and many centres carry two at once, so the word on the sign is the weakest evidence you have. What each approach looks like in the room, and what to ask on the visit.
Updated 13 August 2026 · 14 min read
How to Choose a Nursery in Dubai (2026)
Dubai nurseries sell hours rather than academic years and almost none publish a fee, so choose on age, area, what a second visit shows you, and the contract. What to check, and what KHDA's 2026 money rules give you.
Updated 12 August 2026 · 14 min read