
Play-based EYFS learning in International City
Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre is a nursery in International City, Dubai, offering a play-based early years programme inspired by the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework. Founded in 2018 and regulated by the KHDA, the setting is designed to nurture children emotionally, socially, intellectually and physically through hands-on, curiosity-led experiences. The nursery's approach centres on child-led exploration, balancing free play with guided activities so that children build confidence, independence and a genuine love of learning from their earliest years. Families in and around International City choose Gingle Kids for its warm, community feel and its focus on the whole child. With two locations within the Russia Cluster of International City, Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre welcomes families seeking a nurturing, inclusive nursery in International City, Dubai, that combines structured early learning with joyful, play-based discovery.
EYFS • Ages 0 months – 0 years
Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre operates from premises in the Russia Cluster of International City, Dubai, with a main centre at Building…
Inclusion is a core part of the Gingle Kids approach, with every child supported to thrive regardless of individual needs. The nursery…
Families interested in Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre can get in touch via the nursery's contact page, which offers a free consultation…
Gingle Kids follows a holistic early learning programme inspired by the EYFS framework, built around the seven key areas of development: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; Physical Development; Literacy; Numeracy; Expressive Arts and Design; and Understanding the World. These areas underpin daily planning and are designed to give children a strong, well-rounded foundation for lifelong learning. Learning is delivered through purposeful, hands-on and play-based experiences rather than solely through directed instruction. Children are encouraged to make choices, explore open-ended materials, and engage in rich, language-filled interactions with adults that support critical thinking and confident communication. The nursery also places emphasis on inclusion, working with a trusted third-party specialist who regularly observes children's learning and development so that any delays can be identified early and appropriate support put in place. Extracurricular activities complement the core curriculum, giving children further opportunities to grow socially, emotionally and physically.
Age range: 0 months – 0 years
Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre welcomes children through structured early years classes, with references made by families to stages such as FS1, reflecting the nursery's progression through the EYFS framework. Class teachers guide children through age-appropriate activities that align with the seven areas of EYFS learning, supported by assistant staff within each room. Beyond the core curriculum, the nursery offers extracurricular activities such as sports and physical classes, alongside seasonal events including field trips, sports day, book fairs and celebrations for occasions like Mother's Day and Father's Day, giving children varied opportunities to learn and socialise throughout the year.
Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre operates from premises in the Russia Cluster of International City, Dubai, with a main centre at Building V20 and a branch at Building V22. The facilities are designed to be safe and stimulating, supporting young children's independence while fostering joyful discovery in an environment where children feel confident and inspired to explore. Indoor spaces are set up to allow a balance of child-led and adult-guided activity, with flexible resources and open-ended materials that encourage children to think and choose independently. The nursery's setting in International City makes it a convenient option for families seeking a neighbourhood nursery in this part of Dubai.





Inclusion is a core part of the Gingle Kids approach, with every child supported to thrive regardless of individual needs. The nursery works with a trusted third-party specialist who regularly observes and evaluates children's learning and development, helping staff to identify any developmental delays early and provide targeted support. Caring, experienced teachers are described as central to the nursery's day-to-day practice, guiding children gently through each stage of their early development and tailoring experiences to each child's needs, interests and pace. Parent communication is maintained through regular updates, including sharing of children's activities, to keep families informed of their child's day.
Families interested in Gingle Kids Early Learning Centre can get in touch via the nursery's contact page, which offers a free consultation request form, along with phone and email contact details for both the main centre and its branch in International City. Prospective parents can reach the main centre by phone or email, or contact the branch location directly, to discuss enrolment and arrange next steps.
International City
Dubai · International City
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