Letters And Numbers Nursery
Learn, play and grow in Hili
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Letters And Numbers Nursery is an ADEK-regulated early years setting in Hili, Al Ain, welcoming both boys and girls from as young as 45 days old through to four years of age. The nursery follows the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, delivering a play-based programme across its Nursery groups from N0 to N4, alongside dedicated support for children with additional needs (SN). Run with a genuinely family-first outlook, Letters And Numbers Nursery aims to be more than a childcare provider, building close relationships with every family so that each child's individual pace, personality and interests shape their day. The setting combines the structure of the British EYFS curriculum with Arabic language exposure and Islamic Studies, helping children in Hili, Al Ain build a strong connection to local culture from an early age. Parents considering the nursery are invited to book a trial day, which can be extended to three days, giving children the chance to explore the environment and settle in gradually before enrolment.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 4 years
Campus & Facilities
The nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating indoor environment, with dedicated play areas designed to allow children to explore,…
Care & Wellbeing
Health, wellbeing and inclusion sit at the centre of daily life at Letters And Numbers Nursery. A dedicated Special Needs teacher works…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 22,222
Admissions
Families interested in a place at Letters And Numbers Nursery are encouraged to get in touch to arrange a trial day, giving their child a…
Curriculum & Approach
The nursery's academic programme is built around the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the UK-based framework that underpins early years education through play, exploration and first-hand sensory experience. Teachers use an integrated approach to lesson planning, designing activities that draw together several areas of learning at once, such as movement, shape recognition and problem solving in a single game. Alongside the core EYFS areas of learning, the curriculum is enriched with Arabic language sessions, Islamic Studies and French, helping children build cultural awareness and additional language skills from a young age. The nursery has also introduced enrichment activities including robotics, mental maths, sensory play and a pottery club, broadening the everyday EYFS offering. Teaching staff are trained to recognise that children learn in different ways, and lessons are adapted so each child can process new ideas in the manner that suits them best. Emphasis is placed on independence, self-esteem, emotional development and conflict-resolution skills, with staff acting as mediators rather than problem-solvers wherever it is safe to do so, and with no physical punishment, threats or intimidation permitted under any circumstances.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 4 years
Letters And Numbers Nursery groups children according to age and stage of development, moving from the youngest Nursery classes (N0 and N1) for babies and young toddlers through to N2, N3 and N4 for children approaching Foundation Stage. A toddler classroom for children around one to two years encourages children to use words to express their needs while learning through play, projects and simple social activities. As children move into the two-to-three-year age range, the preschool classroom focuses on independence and social interaction, with children rotating through different learning centres designed to stimulate imaginative play. The oldest class, for children aged three to four, prepares children academically and socially for the transition into kindergarten, combining an enhanced academic programme with the same family-style care found throughout the nursery. A dedicated Special Needs (SN) teacher works alongside the core teaching staff to ensure children with additional needs are supported, included and able to take part fully in nursery life.
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Campus & Facilities
The nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating indoor environment, with dedicated play areas designed to allow children to explore, create and move freely throughout the day. Classrooms are organised by age group so that furniture, materials and learning centres are appropriate to each stage of development, from toddler rooms through to the oldest Foundation class. Spaces are set up to support hands-on, sensory learning, with resources for creative play, sensory activities and pottery, reflecting the nursery's emphasis on first-hand experience over passive instruction. The overall environment is intended to feel calm and family-like, supporting children to be confident and adventurous as they learn.
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Care & Wellbeing
Health, wellbeing and inclusion sit at the centre of daily life at Letters And Numbers Nursery. A dedicated Special Needs teacher works with core classroom staff to make sure children with additional needs are identified, supported and included in everyday activities. Freshly prepared, balanced meals are provided for children from around eighteen months onwards, supporting energy and concentration through the day. Behaviour and social development are handled with a consistently positive approach: children are encouraged to resolve minor conflicts themselves with staff acting as mediators, to take responsibility for tidying up and caring for others, and to show respect for people, property and the environment. Physical punishment, threats or intimidation of any kind are not permitted. Settling in is supported through a trial day, which families can extend to three days if their child needs more time to adjust, allowing new starters to explore the nursery and build familiarity with staff and routines before committing to a place. Extended nursery timings are also offered to help meet the needs of working parents.
Daily Schedule
Each day follows a comfortable, familiar routine while still allowing children to choose from a range of available activities depending on their mood and interests. Children are encouraged to be as independent as possible, including during snack and washroom times, with staff stepping in to help only when a child becomes frustrated rather than taking over the task. The day balances active, hands-on play with quieter moments for rest and relaxation, reflecting the nursery's belief that developing resting and self-regulation skills is as important as academic or physical activities.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed annual tuition | yearly | AED 22,222 |
Annual fees at Letters And Numbers Nursery are set at AED 22,222.
Admissions
Families interested in a place at Letters And Numbers Nursery are encouraged to get in touch to arrange a trial day, giving their child a chance to explore the setting and settle in before enrolling. The trial can be extended to three days for children who need a little longer to feel comfortable. Enquiries can be made through the nursery's website contact form, and a member of the team will follow up to answer questions and guide parents through the admissions process for the relevant Nursery group, from N0 through to N4 or the SN provision.
Contact
Hili
Location
Al Ain · Hili
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