Al Safa Early Learning Centre (Branch)
Learning through play in Al Satwa
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Al Safa Early Learning Centre is a long-established nursery in Al Satwa, Dubai, welcoming children from twelve months to five years old. Operating since 1980 and regulated by the KHDA, the centre follows the British EYFS framework, giving families in Al Satwa and the wider Dubai area a familiar, structured early years pathway. The nursery describes itself as a natural, holistic learning environment where children are encouraged to develop self-esteem and independence through play. Spacious, bright classrooms and outdoor spaces including a garden, sand area and quiet corners give children room to explore, observe and grow at their own pace. This profile covers the Al Badaa branch of Al Safa Early Learning Centre, which shares the same curriculum, values and academic calendar as the group's other Dubai setting while offering its own timings and afternoon session options for local families.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
British · EYFS • Ages 12 months to 5 years
Campus & Facilities
The Al Badaa branch of Al Safa Early Learning Centre is located in Al Satwa, Dubai. Classrooms are described as spacious, bright and…
Care & Wellbeing
The wellbeing of children at Al Safa Early Learning Centre is supported by a Registered Nurse based at the centre, along with a doctor who…
Fees
Al Safa Early Learning Centre publishes fees for the 2024/2025 academic year. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee and an annual…
Admissions
Families interested in Al Safa Early Learning Centre's Al Badaa branch are invited to contact the centre directly to arrange a tour and…
Curriculum & Approach
Al Safa Early Learning Centre delivers the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the British curriculum framework for early years education. The EYFS is a child-centred approach that integrates children's creative expression, physical development, communication and emotional and social growth, balancing structured guidance with child-initiated exploration. The nursery's programme is organised across four stages: Toddlers I, Toddlers II, Foundation Stage I (pre-KG) and Foundation Stage II (KG), each building progressively on language, social, motor and pre-academic skills. Jolly phonics, early numeracy, arts and crafts, role play and circle time all feature as children move through the stages, with Foundation Stage II specifically designed to prepare children for a smooth transition into Reception classes at primary level. Extracurricular options complement the core EYFS programme, including soccer, karate, ballet and weekly swimming lessons for Foundation Stage children, supporting physical development, confidence and social skills alongside classroom learning.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 12 months to 5 years
Al Safa Early Learning Centre organises children into four age-based groups. Toddlers I is for children who turn one by 31st December, focusing on educational play, music, movement, nursery rhymes and early social and language skills through sensory activities such as water play and soft play. Toddlers II, for children turning two by 31st December, builds on observation skills, curiosity and imagination, introducing colours, shapes and numbers alongside storytelling, puzzles and construction games. Foundation Stage I (pre-KG), for children turning three by 31st December, introduces jolly phonics, numbers, and early reading and writing alongside role play, block building and group activities. Foundation Stage II (KG), for children turning four by 31st December, develops letter recognition, pre-reading skills and a multi-sensory approach to early mathematics, preparing children for Reception at primary school.
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Campus & Facilities
The Al Badaa branch of Al Safa Early Learning Centre is located in Al Satwa, Dubai. Classrooms are described as spacious, bright and well-equipped to meet the developmental needs of each age group, from toddlers through to Foundation Stage children preparing for primary school. Outdoor space forms an important part of the nursery experience, with a garden, sand area and quiet outdoor corners giving children the chance to engage with nature, play freely and take time for calm observation. These natural settings are used to support sensory development and independent exploration alongside structured classroom learning.
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Care & Wellbeing
The wellbeing of children at Al Safa Early Learning Centre is supported by a Registered Nurse based at the centre, along with a doctor who makes regular scheduled visits to monitor children's health and development. All educators and classroom assistants are trained in Paediatric First Aid, and staff hold recognised qualifications in Early Childhood Education, with educators holding Level 3 and classroom assistants holding Level 1. The nursery describes its team as multicultural and experienced, selected not only for qualifications but for warmth and patience with young children, supporting a settling-in experience aimed at making children feel secure and cared for from their earliest days at the centre.
Daily Schedule
At the Al Badaa branch, the nursery day begins with an optional Early Drop Off from 7:15am to 7:45am, followed by core School Hours from 7:45am to 1:00pm, Monday to Friday. An afternoon Late Class runs from 1:00pm to 6:00pm at the Al Badaa branch, with flexible pick-up options available between 1:10pm and 6:00pm depending on the session chosen. The nursery is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Registration FeeNon-refundable, non-transferable | one-time | AED 1,000 |
| Annual Medical FeeNon-refundable, non-transferable | annual | AED 1,000 |
| Uniform (2x School T-Shirts) | one-time | AED 100 |
| Tuition - Term 1 (5 days, Toddlers & FS1 & FS2)03 Sep to 15 Dec 2024 | termly | AED 11,000 |
| Tuition - Term 1 (3 days, Toddler 1 & 2)03 Sep to 15 Dec 2024 | termly | AED 10,000 |
| Tuition - Term 2 (5 days)03 Jan to 20 Mar 2025 | termly | AED 10,000 |
| Tuition - Term 2 (3 days)03 Jan to 20 Mar 2025 | termly | AED 9,000 |
| Tuition - Term 3 (5 days)07 Apr to 28 Jun 2025 | termly | AED 10,000 |
| Tuition - Term 3 (3 days)07 Apr to 28 Jun 2025 | termly | AED 9,000 |
| Afternoon Session 1:10-6:00pm (Al Badaa branch only)Per term | termly | AED 4,500 |
| Transportation - Term 1 | termly | AED 4,000 |
| Transportation - Term 2/3 | termly | AED 3,000 |
Al Safa Early Learning Centre publishes fees for the 2024/2025 academic year. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee and an annual medical fee apply, alongside a small uniform charge. Tuition is billed termly and varies by attendance pattern, with a lower rate for children attending three days a week compared to five days. Afternoon sessions are charged separately according to pick-up time, with the Al Badaa branch offering an extended option until 6:00pm. Transportation is available at an additional termly cost.
Admissions
Families interested in Al Safa Early Learning Centre's Al Badaa branch are invited to contact the centre directly to arrange a tour and discuss enrolment. Registration involves completing the nursery's registration documents and submitting them at the centre to secure a place. The Al Badaa branch can be reached on +971 4 344 3878 or +971 58 272 5197, with tours available during nursery working hours, Monday to Friday. Prospective parents can also download the fee structure, academic calendar and centre policies from the nursery's website ahead of registering.
Contact
Al Satwa
Location
Dubai · Al Satwa
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