Hummingbird Nursery - Reem
Nurturing early learning on Al Reem Island
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Hummingbird Nursery - Reem is a British curriculum nursery located on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, welcoming boys and girls from the early months of life through to school readiness. Regulated by ADEK, the nursery follows the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, guiding children through the classes from N0 to N4 and Special Needs (SN) provision. Since 2008, Hummingbird has focused on early childhood education across the UAE, and its Al Reem Island setting continues that approach with a warm, home-away-from-home environment. Families searching for a nursery in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi will find a programme built around learning through play, encouraging independence, curiosity, exploration and discovery from the earliest stages. The nursery places emphasis on treating every child as an individual, partnering closely with parents, and instilling a lifelong love of learning through a structured yet flexible programme of activities.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 6 years
Campus & Facilities
Hummingbird Nursery - Reem is set within the Al Reem Island community in Abu Dhabi, offering a warm and caring setting designed to feel…
Care & Wellbeing
Hummingbird places children's wellbeing at the centre of its approach, alongside strong partnerships with parents. Regular communication,…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 40,350
Admissions
Nursery admissions at Hummingbird Nursery - Reem are open to boys and girls across the N0 to N4 age classes, as well as Special Needs (SN)…
Curriculum & Approach
Hummingbird Nursery - Reem follows the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, the foundation of the British education system for children from birth to five years. The framework supports the 'whole child', developing social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills alongside early literacy and numeracy, recognising that every child learns at their own pace. Learning is delivered through the seven areas of learning and development: Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal Social and Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. Activities are play-based and purposeful, from imaginative role play and storytelling to outdoor exploration and creative arts, helping children build confidence, communication skills, creativity, resilience and independence. At Hummingbird, the EYFS approach is brought to life through nurturing relationships and child-led experiences, with the aim of protecting the joy of childhood while preparing children for the next stage of their education. The nursery combines this internationally recognised British curriculum with a structured programme tailored to each age group, from babies through to Foundation Stage classes.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 6 years
Hummingbird Nursery - Reem organises its provision into age-appropriate classes spanning N0 to N4, along with Special Needs (SN) support. Baby Care classes for the youngest children focus on sensorial exploration through mirrors, treasure baskets, soft toys, songs, rhymes and physical experiences such as tummy time and rolling. Toddlers classes build independence through sensory play, construction, role play and physical activity, with daily stories, songs and circle time to support social skills, language and listening. Early Learning classes continue play-based learning with storytelling, singing, painting, drawing, puzzles and group play, while introducing early numeracy and literacy concepts. Foundation Stage classes prepare children for the transition to school, building self-confidence, independence, social skills and academic readiness across all areas of learning. Extra-curricular activities such as music and movement, football, tennis and cooking are also offered, following children's evolving interests.
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Campus & Facilities
Hummingbird Nursery - Reem is set within the Al Reem Island community in Abu Dhabi, offering a warm and caring setting designed to feel like a home away from home. The environment is arranged to support sensorial exploration for babies, with mirrors, treasure baskets and soft plush toys, alongside spaces for toddlers and older children to engage in construction, role play and creative activities. Across the nursery, rooms and resources are structured to support the seven areas of learning under the EYFS framework, giving children the opportunity to explore, discover and build skills through play in a safe and stimulating setting.
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Care & Wellbeing
Hummingbird places children's wellbeing at the centre of its approach, alongside strong partnerships with parents. Regular communication, parent-teacher meetings and parent participation events are used to keep families involved in their child's learning journey, while induction and transition support helps new children and their families settle in comfortably. Health, safety and security are highlighted as key areas of focus for parents, reflecting the nursery's commitment to a safe and secure environment for every child. The nursery's team works to understand and adapt to each child's individual needs, treating every child as an individual within a nurturing, family-values-led setting.
Daily Schedule
While a detailed timetable is not published, Hummingbird's day is shaped around each age group's developmental needs. Babies experience playful interactions such as songs, rhymes, tummy time and sensory exploration, while toddlers follow a routine that includes stories, songs and circle times alongside sensory and physical play. Older children in Early Learning and Foundation Stage classes take part in a mix of storytelling, singing, painting, construction, puzzles and group activities, with numeracy and literacy concepts woven into play throughout the day to build a strong foundation for future learning.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed annual tuition | yearly | AED 40,350 |
Annual fees at Hummingbird Nursery - Reem are published at AED 40,350. Parents are encouraged to contact the nursery directly for the latest fee schedule and any applicable registration costs.
Admissions
Nursery admissions at Hummingbird Nursery - Reem are open to boys and girls across the N0 to N4 age classes, as well as Special Needs (SN) provision. Families interested in enrolling are invited to get in touch with the nursery directly to discuss availability, arrange a visit and begin the registration process.
Contact
Al Reem Island
Location
Abu Dhabi · Al Reem Island
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