Little Sprouts Early Learning Center
Nurturing early years care in International City
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Little Sprouts Early Learning Center is a KHDA-approved nursery in International City, Dubai, welcoming children from 2 to 6 years old. Established in 2018, it was the first early learning centre to be approved by KHDA in International City, and the campus is described as spacious and airy, designed to suit a growing child's needs. The nursery follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, combined with Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, giving children in International City access to a structured yet play-based approach to early learning. Little Sprouts places a strong emphasis on care alongside education, describing itself as a care-giving organisation first and an academic one second. Families searching for a nursery in International City, Dubai will find a diverse, inclusive setting with a multicultural staff team, Arabic and Chinese language lessons, and a range of enrichment activities alongside the core EYFS programme.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
British · EYFS • Ages 2 to 6 years
Campus & Facilities
The Little Sprouts ELC campus is located in International City, Dubai, described by the nursery as spacious and airy, and conducive to a…
Care & Wellbeing
Safety and emotional well-being are described as priorities at Little Sprouts ELC, with staff trained to focus on children's personal,…
Admissions
Little Sprouts ELC accepts admissions throughout the year, subject to availability of space in the nursery. Parents are invited to visit…
Curriculum & Approach
Little Sprouts ELC follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, integrated with Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. The setting teaches across the seven areas of learning recognised under EYFS: communication and language, physical development, personal, social and emotional development, literacy, mathematics, expressive arts and design, and understanding the world. Learning is delivered through active, play-based methods, with practitioners observing and assessing each child's progress on an ongoing basis to shape teaching and learning experiences. Activities include roleplay, storytelling, movement and coordination games, drawing and craft work, and early phonics and writing practice, all designed to be age-appropriate and to build curiosity and confidence. The nursery also offers additional language exposure through Arabic and Chinese lessons, alongside an inclusive curriculum that reflects diverse cultures, languages and traditions. Enrichment activities such as dance, music, fine arts, fitness, karate and early coding and robotics sessions supplement the core EYFS programme.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 2 to 6 years
Little Sprouts ELC organises children into four main class groups following the EYFS framework: Nursery for children aged 2 to 3 years, FS1 for children aged 3 to 4 years, FS2 (Reception) for children aged 4 to 5 years, and Year 1 for children aged 5 to 6 years. Each class runs with flexible session options of 08:00am-12:00pm, 09:00am-01:00pm or 10:00am-02:00pm. In addition to the core classes, the nursery offers a Daycare service for children aged 2 to 6 years running from 08:00am to 06:00pm, and Holiday Camps for children aged 2 to 5 years during school breaks, running from 08:00am to 12:00pm. Extracurricular activities, including dance, music, fine arts, fitness and karate, are available in the afternoons alongside the main curriculum.
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Campus & Facilities
The Little Sprouts ELC campus is located in International City, Dubai, described by the nursery as spacious and airy, and conducive to a growing child's needs. The setting is designed to be safe, secure and child-friendly, with childproofed spaces and secure entry points to support a positive environment for learning. Classrooms are organised by age group, from Nursery through to Year 1, and the environment supports both structured EYFS activities and free play. The nursery also runs holiday camps and daycare from the same premises, allowing continuity of environment and staff throughout the year.
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Care & Wellbeing
Safety and emotional well-being are described as priorities at Little Sprouts ELC, with staff trained to focus on children's personal, social and emotional development alongside academic learning. The nursery supports children with special educational needs through specialised teaching assistants, tailored learning programmes and partnerships with external therapists. The setting fosters an inclusive, diverse environment, welcoming children and families from a wide range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and celebrates a variety of cultural festivals throughout the year. Parents are kept informed of their child's progress through regular updates and the ILLUMINE parent app, alongside parent-teacher meetings and opportunities for involvement in school activities.
Daily Schedule
Little Sprouts ELC is open on weekdays from 7:30am to 6:00pm. Core class sessions are offered flexibly at 08:00am-12:00pm, 09:00am-01:00pm or 10:00am-02:00pm, with extracurricular activities such as dance, music, fine arts, fitness and karate available in the afternoon between 12:00pm and 5:30pm. Daycare runs across the full day from 08:00am to 06:00pm for children who need extended care, and holiday camps operate from 08:00am to 12:00pm during school breaks.
Admissions
Little Sprouts ELC accepts admissions throughout the year, subject to availability of space in the nursery. Parents are invited to visit the centre and take a tour during working hours on weekdays, with the best time to view operations in full swing being between 10:00am and 11:30am; working parents can also arrange a Saturday tour by appointment. Families can begin the admissions process by submitting an enquiry form via the nursery's website, or by contacting the centre directly by phone or email to discuss curriculum, methodology and available places.
Contact
International City
Location
Dubai · International City
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