Enrolia lists 54 nurseries in Dubai. Curricula include British, British EYFS, Emmi Pikler and IB. Annual fees range AED 7,200 – 72,660. Compare them by area and fees below, or search the way you think — in plain language.
What to compare before you shortlist.
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
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
Co-ed · Al Barsha, Dubai
Premier early childhood education center offering IB PYP accredited programs for children ages 45 days to 6 years in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
AED 52,500 – 68,100 / yr
Co-ed · Dubai Marina, Dubai
UK EYFS-based nursery in Dubai Marina combining early education with child-led discovery learning for ages 45 days to 6 years.
AED 39,900 – 52,800 / yr
Co-ed · One Central, Dubai
EYFS-based nursery in Dubai's business hub offering personalised early education for ages 45 days - 6 years with play-based learning and qualified practitioners.
AED 45,900 – 61,950 / yr
Co-ed · Umm Suqeim, Dubai
Willow Children's Nursery in Umm Suqeim offers UK EYFS curriculum combined with the Curiosity Approach for early childhood education.
AED 41,700 – 54,300 / yr
Co-ed · Al Satwa, Dubai
Reggio Emilia-based nursery cultivating creativity and independence through child-directed activities.
AED 41,400 – 65,520 / yr
Living Legends, Dubai
Purpose-built Reggio Emilia nursery in Living Legends with eco-friendly setting, state-of-the-art facilities, and focus on creative development.
AED 40,500 – 55,650 / yr
Co-ed · Meydan, Dubai
Reggio Emilia-inspired nursery cultivating creativity and independence in young minds across multiple UAE locations.
AED 43,650 – 58,800 / yr
Co-ed · Umm Suqeim, Dubai
Reggio Emilia-inspired nursery fostering creativity, independence, and free thinking in young children through child-directed learning.
AED 38,700 – 51,960 / yr
Co-ed · Al Furjan, Dubai
Montessori nursery in Al Furjan offering authentic Montessori early education with focus on self-motivated learning.
AED 46,200 – 62,250 / yr
Co-ed · Umm Suqeim, Dubai
Independent British nursery in Jumeirah for ages 3 months to 6 years with 30+ years of excellence.
Fee on request
Al Garhoud, Dubai
Authentic Montessori nursery in Garhoud, Dubai with STAR accreditation and Great Place to Work certification.
AED 46,200 – 62,250 / yr
Jumeirah Park, Dubai
Authentic Montessori nursery in Jumeirah Park with eco-friendly facilities and personalized early childhood education.
AED 47,700 – 64,500 / yr