Jumairah International Nursery (Branch)
British-curriculum nursery care in the heart of Mirdif
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Jumeirah International Nursery in Mirdif, part of the wider Jumeirah International Nurseries (JINS) group, welcomes children from 45 days to 6 years old. Known locally as the Ghoroob branch, the nursery forms part of a Dubai-wide network delivering an Early Years education rooted in the British curriculum. Families in Mirdif can access a home-to-home style setting where babies, toddlers and preschoolers progress through clearly defined age-based classes, from the Little Learners baby room through to the Creative Achievers Year 1 class. The nursery is led locally by a Head of Early Years and supported by the wider JINS leadership team, including the group's Founder and Managing Director. As a KHDA-regulated nursery, Jumeirah International Nursery Mirdif combines academic structure with a warm, play-based approach, giving parents in the area a considered choice for early years education close to home.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
British · EYFS · Montessori · Reggio Emilio · The International Preschool Curriculum (IPC) • Ages 45 days to 6 years
Campus & Facilities
Every JINS nursery, including the Mirdif setting, is designed around bright, nature-inspired classrooms that support both structured…
Care & Wellbeing
Care at Jumeirah International Nursery is built around close observation and individualised attention. In the baby rooms, a staff ratio of…
Fees
Jumeirah International Nursery does not publish a fixed tuition fee list, as costs vary according to a child's age, chosen attendance days…
Admissions
Prospective families are invited to book a personalised nursery tour and submit an enquiry with their child's details so the Admissions…
Curriculum & Approach
Jumeirah International Nursery follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, complemented by the International Preschool Curriculum (IPC) for children moving towards Year 1. This combination gives children a structured academic foundation while remaining rooted in play-based, child-led learning. The curriculum is further enriched with principles from the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the Curiosity Approach, Positive Education, and the Montessori Methodology. Reggio-inspired practice treats children as capable, curious learners and uses documentation such as portfolios and art displays to capture each child's progress, while the Curiosity Approach favours natural, open-ended resources over closed-ended toys to spark exploration. Positive Education is embedded throughout the day through practices such as morning mindfulness exercises, emotional check-ins and gratitude routines, supporting children's social-emotional development alongside academic learning. Montessori principles are woven into the EYFS programme to build independence, self-confidence and problem-solving skills. Progress is tracked through differentiated learning plans, with regular written assessments measured against EYFS Early Learning Goals and IPC principles, plus a full progress check with parent consultation at age two.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 6 years
Children are grouped into age-based classes that reflect key stages of early development. Little Learners (0 to 1.2 years) is the baby room, where crawling, early walking and self-feeding are encouraged, supported by dedicated changing and sleeping rooms and a baby staff ratio maintained at 1:3. Curious Beginners (1.3 to 2 years) introduces child-initiated play with a focus on language and fine motor skills, alongside potty training support. Inquisitive Adventurers (2.1 to 3 years) builds independence and a love of learning through role-play, assemblies, music and puppet shows, while Confident Explorers (3.1 to 4 years, FS1) extends free-flow outdoor play, messy play, cooking and creative crafts. Active Discoverers (4.1 to 5 years, FS2) delivers personalised lessons in Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, Expressive Arts & Design and Sport, preparing children for the final Creative Achievers class (5.1 to 6 years, Year 1), which follows the International Preschool Curriculum to ready children for Primary School.
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Campus & Facilities
Every JINS nursery, including the Mirdif setting, is designed around bright, nature-inspired classrooms that support both structured learning and free exploration. Babies in the Little Learners room have daily access to their own outdoor garden area and sensory playground, with natural objects and heuristic play materials used to encourage active exploration from an early age. Dedicated changing and sleeping rooms are provided for the youngest children, creating a calm, relaxing environment separate from the more active older classes. As children move through the age groups, secure outdoor play areas support free-flow play, messy play, music and creative craft activities, all designed with safety and comfort as a priority.
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Care & Wellbeing
Care at Jumeirah International Nursery is built around close observation and individualised attention. In the baby rooms, a staff ratio of 1:3 supports safe, nurturing care for the youngest children, while regular staff observation in the Curious Beginners class helps guide milestones such as potty training and growing independence with daily routines. Positive Education underpins the nursery's approach to emotional wellbeing, with daily practices such as emotional check-ins, empathy-building storytelling and mindfulness exercises helping children build resilience, confidence and a strong sense of self-worth from an early age. As children approach transition to primary school, the nursery supports pre-writing, literacy and numeracy skills through play, alongside transition days that help children become familiar with new school environments, routines and expectations ahead of joining Year 1 or a partner primary school.
Daily Schedule
The nursery day is structured around three main blocks: an Early Class from 7:00am to 8:00am, a Morning Programme from 8:00am to 1:00pm, and an Afternoon Programme from 1:00pm to 6:00pm, giving families flexibility around drop-off and collection times. The academic year is divided into three terms, an Autumn Term running September to December, a Spring Term from January to March, and a Summer Term from April to July, with defined winter, spring and summer breaks built into the annual calendar.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (one-time)Non-transferable, non-refundable, incl. 5% VAT | one-time | AED 525 |
| Administration Fee (annual)Non-transferable, non-refundable, incl. 5% VAT | annual | AED 630 |
Jumeirah International Nursery does not publish a fixed tuition fee list, as costs vary according to a child's age, chosen attendance days and session timings; the Admissions Team prepares personalised fee information for each family. Published one-off and annual charges include an Application Fee and an Annual Administration Fee, both inclusive of 5% VAT. Sibling discounts are available for families with more than one child enrolled, alongside corporate offers for Emirates Platinum and Esaad cardholders on KHDA-approved tuition fees.
Admissions
Prospective families are invited to book a personalised nursery tour and submit an enquiry with their child's details so the Admissions Team can advise on suitable class placement and fee information. Term fees are payable in advance, with due dates set for 1st August (Autumn Term), 1st December (Spring Term), 15th March (Summer Term) and 1st May for re-enrolment; yearly and monthly payment options are also available. Children are placed into age-based classes from Little Learners through to Creative Achievers according to their date of birth. Sibling discounts apply from a second child onwards, and families holding an Emirates Platinum or Esaad card may be eligible for additional discounts on tuition fees, details of which are provided directly by the nursery admissions team. As part of the wider Fortes Education Group, children graduating from Jumeirah International Nursery receive priority placement and an exclusive discount when moving on to sister schools Sunmarke School and Regent International School, alongside transition days designed to ease the move into primary education.
Contact
Mirdif
Location
Dubai · Mirdif
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