Chubby Cheeks Nursery - Al Reem Island
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Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Chubby Cheeks Nursery - Al Reem Island is part of a long-established, ADEK-regulated nursery group offering early years education to boys and girls in Abu Dhabi. Set within the Al Reem Island community, the nursery welcomes children from N0 through N4 and Special Needs (SN) groupings, broadly serving babies and toddlers through to children of around four years old. As an inclusive, multicultural setting, the nursery follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and aims to give every child a warm, home-away-from-home environment. Families searching for a nursery in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi will find a full-day, year-round programme designed to support working parents while nurturing each child's individual development. With staff who describe their approach as 'Hug First, Then Teach', Chubby Cheeks positions itself as a caring, structured place for young children to take their first steps in learning, socialising and independence.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 4 years
Campus & Facilities
The Al Reem Island branch is designed with facilities intended to support active, sensory-rich early learning, in line with the wider…
Care & Wellbeing
Chubby Cheeks Nursery places emphasis on the health, safety and wellbeing of every child in its care. The nursery is equipped with a clinic…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 43,500
Admissions
Families interested in enrolling can book a tour of Chubby Cheeks Nursery - Al Reem Island directly through the nursery's website, by phone…
Curriculum & Approach
The nursery delivers the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), a framework established by the British Government that centres on seven areas of learning: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; Literacy; Mathematics; Knowledge and Understanding of the World; Physical Development; and Creative Development. Chubby Cheeks Nursery states that its EYFS delivery draws on best practices from the Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches, blending structured learning with child-led exploration. Literacy is supported through storytelling, a wide range of books and the Jolly Phonics programme, helping children build early letter and sound recognition. Mathematical understanding is fostered through play with numbers, shapes, sorting and measuring, while Knowledge and Understanding of the World encourages children to question and explore the environment around them. Physical development activities include running, climbing, riding tricycles and ball games to build gross motor skills, alongside fine motor work using play dough, crayons, scissors and puzzles. Creative expression is nurtured through art, music, dance and imaginative role play, reflecting the nursery's belief that every child's learning journey is different.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 4 years
Chubby Cheeks Nursery structures its provision by age and stage, mirroring the N0 to N4 and SN groupings used across its Abu Dhabi branches. The Baby Room caters for the youngest children from around two months old up to walking age, with a qualified nurse coordinating sensory activities, individual care routines and low child-to-staff ratios, with daily sleep, feeding and toileting routines shared with parents. The Toddler Class, for children aged one to two years, introduces first words, first friendships and themed play zones covering table-top activities, circle time and a mini library. The Preschool Class, for two- to three-year-olds, builds on this active learning approach, developing children intellectually, physically, socially and emotionally in preparation for the Foundation Classes. Foundation Classes, for children aged three and above, focus on the skills needed for the transition to primary school, including social confidence, self-help skills, independence, listening and communication. According to the nursery, children in these classes are prepared for the move into UAE schools following a range of curriculums.
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Campus & Facilities
The Al Reem Island branch is designed with facilities intended to support active, sensory-rich early learning, in line with the wider Chubby Cheeks Nursery estate. Typical facilities across the group include a children's gym with mini bikes and treadmills, a library and ICT corner with an interactive smart board, and small-world role-play areas such as a mini supermarket, dress-up station and play kitchen. Indoor play areas feature soft play, a ball pool, a climbing wall and a merry-go-round, while outdoor space includes swings, slides and a biking track, giving children in this nursery in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi opportunities for both structured and free play. Classrooms are organised into themed zones for table-top activities, circle time and quiet reading, supporting the different age groups from babies through to Foundation Class. Health, safety and security are described as a priority, with premises designed with reference to UK Ofsted guidelines, an on-site clinic staffed by a full-time DHA-registered nurse, CCTV monitoring and a security system with a guard at the entrance.
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Care & Wellbeing
Chubby Cheeks Nursery places emphasis on the health, safety and wellbeing of every child in its care. The nursery is equipped with a clinic staffed by a full-time DHA-registered nurse, and premises are monitored by CCTV alongside an entrance security system and guard, giving parents reassurance about their child's day-to-day safety. In the Baby Room, staff with paediatric training record each child's sleeping, feeding and toileting routines and share these details with parents, supporting continuity of care between nursery and home. Across all age groups, the nursery describes a philosophy of 'Hug First, Then Teach', reflecting its focus on nurturing, multinational and caring staff. Parents are treated as partners in their child's early education, with regular communication used to keep families informed and involved in their child's settling-in and ongoing progress.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed annual tuition | yearly | AED 43,500 |
Chubby Cheeks Nursery - Al Reem Island publishes an annual fee of AED 43,500. Prospective parents are encouraged to contact the nursery directly to confirm current fee structures and any applicable registration or material charges.
Admissions
Families interested in enrolling can book a tour of Chubby Cheeks Nursery - Al Reem Island directly through the nursery's website, by phone or via WhatsApp. Enquiries can select the Abu Dhabi Reem Island branch specifically when booking a visit, allowing parents to see the facilities and classrooms before applying. As part of the enrolment process, the nursery uses a Baseline Assessment to understand each child's starting point, with regular Parent-Teacher Meetings held at the end of each term to discuss progress. Ongoing communication, including weekly updates from class teachers, helps keep parents informed from admission onward.
Awards & Recognition
- Top Mums Choice Award 2014-2015 - Best in Early Child Education (Mother Baby and Child Media)· 2015
Contact
Al Reem Island
Location
Abu Dhabi · Al Reem Island
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