Blossom Education Investment - Al Reem Island
British early years education on Al Reem Island
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Blossom Nursery & Preschool on Al Reem Island is part of the wider Blossom network, an ADEK-regulated nursery welcoming boys and girls from as young as 45 days old up to four years, across stages N0 to N4 and SN. Set within Al Wifaq Tower in the Shams Abu Dhabi district, the nursery gives families in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi easy access to a British curriculum built on the EYFS framework. As a nursery in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, Blossom blends the structure of the British Early Years Foundation Stage with the child-led exploration of Reggio Emilia and the independence-building principles of Montessori. This combined approach, delivered through Blossom's wider Sustainable Education Approach, aims to support each child's cognitive, emotional, social and physical development from infancy through to preschool. Blossom is part of the Babilou Family, a global early years education group founded in France in 2003 and now operating across 12 countries. In the UAE, Blossom operates more than 30 nurseries, including this Al Reem Island setting, each designed to offer a safe, home-like environment where children and families feel supported.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 4 years
Campus & Facilities
The Al Reem Island nursery is located within Al Wifaq Tower in the Shams Abu Dhabi district, occupying dedicated ground-floor units…
Care & Wellbeing
Health and safety procedures at Blossom Al Reem Island include daily temperature checks and a clear sickness policy; children with fever,…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 48,100
Admissions
Prospective families can book a personalised tour of Blossom Al Reem Island via the nursery's website or by calling the central booking…
Curriculum & Approach
The nursery follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, enriched with elements of the Reggio Emilia philosophy and Montessori practice. This means learning is structured around clear developmental goals while remaining child-led, with educators observing each child's interests and guiding play-based, project-oriented activities. Across the age groups, the curriculum covers personal, social and emotional development, communication and language, physical development, mathematical thinking, understanding the world, and imaginative roleplay. Daily routines weave in sensory play, movement, storytelling and outdoor exploration, with nature-based activities such as soil pits, water play and produce gardens used to support brain development. English is the core language of instruction, with French and Arabic integrated through songs, stories and everyday interactions to build early multilingual awareness. The curriculum is designed to prepare children for a smooth transition into Foundation Stage 1 and 2, and onward into British, IB or other international school pathways.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 4 years
Blossom Al Reem Island serves children from N0 through N4 and SN, covering infants, toddlers and preschoolers within a single, ADEK-regulated setting. Babies join sensory-rich rooms designed to reflect home routines, with a strong focus on bonding and early communication. Toddlers move into play-based classrooms that support motor development, early language and growing independence, while preschool-aged children in FS1 and FS2 take part in more structured, project-based learning that builds early literacy, numeracy and social-emotional skills ahead of school transition. Enrolment is available for 2, 3 or 5 days per week for children aged 0 to 3, though only children attending five days a week are accepted into Foundation Stage 1 and 2.
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Campus & Facilities
The Al Reem Island nursery is located within Al Wifaq Tower in the Shams Abu Dhabi district, occupying dedicated ground-floor units designed as warm, home-like classrooms. Rooms are set out with natural light, neutral tones and natural materials, features intended to support children's attention and comfort throughout the day. Active areas allow space for climbing, jumping and balancing to support physical development, while quieter corners encourage sensory play, dress-up and imaginative roleplay. Bathroom spaces are designed with potty training in mind, and CCTV is in place across classrooms and common areas to support a secure, closely monitored environment. As with other Blossom nurseries in the UAE, the setting is intended to feel like an extension of home, with small, thoughtfully arranged spaces that support strong relationships between children, educators and families.
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Care & Wellbeing
Health and safety procedures at Blossom Al Reem Island include daily temperature checks and a clear sickness policy; children with fever, rash, diarrhoea, vomiting, breathing difficulties or eye infections are not accepted at nursery until symptom-free for 24 hours. Parents are contacted and asked to collect a child within an hour of them becoming unwell during the day. Meals are prepared daily by Blossom's partner caterer in Abu Dhabi, Food Nation, with menus designed to support physical growth and brain development and to cater for vegetarian, vegan and allergy-friendly needs. Mealtimes are treated as social occasions, encouraging positive eating habits and independence with age-appropriate textures and finger foods. Families stay connected through the LittleLives app, which shares daily updates on meals, naps and activities, along with photos and direct messaging with educators. The nursery also welcomes children with a range of additional needs, supported by SENCOs and Inclusion Specialists who work with classroom teams on individualised learning plans, in collaboration with early intervention centres across the UAE.
Daily Schedule
A typical day for toddlers at Blossom begins with a morning welcome and wake-up song from 8:00 to 8:30am, followed by language sessions and a snack before 9:30am. Mid-morning is given over to sensory play, with continuous provision, exploratory learning and fine motor skills activities running from 10:00 to 11:00am. Lunch follows at 11:00am, with nap time from 11:30am to 1:40pm allowing children to rest. The day winds down with story time from 1:40 to 2:00pm ahead of home time, with nappy changes and toilet visits accommodated as needed throughout the day.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed annual tuition | yearly | AED 48,100 |
Blossom Al Reem Island publishes an annual fee of AED 48,100. Exact costs can vary by the number of days and hours attended, so families are encouraged to contact the nursery directly to confirm pricing for their preferred schedule.
Admissions
Prospective families can book a personalised tour of Blossom Al Reem Island via the nursery's website or by calling the central booking line, 800NURSERY. Enrolment is open to boys and girls from N0 through N4 and SN, with places available on a 2, 3 or 5 day per week basis for children aged 0 to 3. Only children attending five days a week are accepted into Foundation Stage 1 and 2. During a tour, families can view the classrooms, meet educators and discuss schedules, fees and any additional support needs before completing enrolment.
Contact
Al Reem Island
Location
Abu Dhabi · Al Reem Island
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