House Of Colours Nursery
Al Ain's nursery with a difference
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
House of Colours Nursery is an ADEK-regulated nursery in Al Khibeesi, Al Ain, welcoming boys and girls from as young as 45 days old through to 4 years. Run by a parent for other parents, the nursery has spent over a decade delivering early years education built around the UK's EYFS framework, blending a play-based approach with Arabic, Islamic Studies and French. As a nursery in Al Khibeesi, Al Ain, House of Colours Nursery describes itself as "the nursery with a difference", placing emphasis on getting to know each child individually rather than following a fixed schedule. The setting is staffed by qualified, culturally diverse teachers and includes a dedicated Special Needs teacher to support children with additional needs. Families considering the nursery are invited to book a Trial Day, giving children the chance to explore the rooms and settle in at their own pace before committing to a place, with the option to extend the trial to three days if more time is needed to decide.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 4 years
Campus & Facilities
House of Colours Nursery is based on the 10th Street in Falaj Hazza, within the Al Khibeesi area of Al Ain, offering a safe, nurturing and…
Care & Wellbeing
Freshly prepared, balanced meals are provided for children from 1.5 years onwards, supporting the nursery's belief that well-fed children…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 20,000
Admissions
Prospective families are encouraged to book a Trial Day, giving their child the opportunity to explore, play and settle into the nursery at…
Curriculum & Approach
House of Colours Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the UK-based play-way curriculum used as the framework for all age groups. Learning is delivered through purposeful play, with children encouraged to make their own choices of activity and to develop independence, self-esteem and problem-solving skills through first-hand, multi-sensory experiences. Alongside the core EYFS programme, the nursery has added Arabic language, Islamic Studies and French subjects, helping children build a connection to local culture and additional languages from an early age. The nursery also says it was among the first in the area to introduce Robotics, Mental Math, sensory play and a pottery club as enrichment activities. Teachers use an integrated approach to lesson planning, designing activities that draw together several areas of learning at once, along with differentiated teaching that responds to each child's individual learning style, pace and interests.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 4 years
House of Colours Nursery organises children into age-appropriate rooms spanning roughly 45 days to 4 years old, corresponding to ADEK stages N0 through N4 and a Special Needs (SN) provision. The Dainty Daisy toddler room, for children aged 1 to 2 years, focuses on encouraging children to use their words to express needs and wants through play, projects and social activities. The Preschool room caters for children aged 2 to 3 years, building independence and social interaction as children rotate through learning centres designed to stimulate imaginative play. The FS1 class, for children aged 3 to 4 years, offers a more structured academic programme to prepare children for kindergarten the following year, delivered within a small, family-style setting.
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Campus & Facilities
House of Colours Nursery is based on the 10th Street in Falaj Hazza, within the Al Khibeesi area of Al Ain, offering a safe, nurturing and stimulating indoor environment for young children. Classrooms are organised by age group, including named rooms such as Snowdrop, Bluebell and Lavender, each staffed by dedicated teachers. The nursery provides an indoor play area for children to explore alongside their structured learning activities, supporting the active curiosity and kinesthetic development encouraged across the curriculum.
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Care & Wellbeing
Freshly prepared, balanced meals are provided for children from 1.5 years onwards, supporting the nursery's belief that well-fed children are more curious, energetic and ready to learn. A dedicated Special Needs teacher works alongside the core teaching staff to ensure children with additional needs are supported, included and able to thrive. The nursery maintains a positive, non-punitive approach to behaviour, with teachers acting as mediators rather than problem-solvers so children can develop their own conflict-resolution and communication skills. Under no circumstances is physical punishment, threats or intimidation of any kind permitted. Families can also make use of a Trial Day, extendable to three days, to help children settle into nursery life gradually and allow parents to assess whether the setting is the right fit before enrolling.
Daily Schedule
Children follow a daily routine within their classroom while being offered a range of activity choices depending on their mood and personal preference. Rather than a fixed timetable, the day is structured around flexible options for play, projects, snack time and independent self-care tasks such as handwashing, allowing children to build confidence and self-esteem at their own pace.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed range: AED 20,000–21,400 | yearly | AED 20,000 |
Published annual fees at House of Colours Nursery range from approximately AED 20,000 to AED 21,400, depending on the child's age group and programme.
Admissions
Prospective families are encouraged to book a Trial Day, giving their child the opportunity to explore, play and settle into the nursery at their own pace before committing to a place; this can be extended to three days for those who would like more time to decide. Enquiries can be made via the nursery's contact form, phone or email, and a representative will guide parents through the admissions process. The nursery enrols boys and girls across all EYFS stages from N0 through to N4, alongside a Special Needs (SN) programme.
Contact
Al Khibeesi
Location
Al Ain
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