Maple Bear Early Learning Center
Canadian-inspired early learning in Business Bay
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Maple Bear Early Learning Center in Business Bay, Dubai brings a Canadian-inspired, inquiry-based curriculum to one of the city's most dynamic districts. Set beside the Dubai Canal and opposite the Anantara Hotel, this nursery in Business Bay, Dubai welcomes children from as young as 45 days through to 6 years, guiding them through the full early years journey from Bear Care infant care to Senior Kindergarten. Founded in 2014 and regulated by the KHDA, Maple Bear Business Bay is part of a wider network of Maple Bear nurseries across the UAE and Oman, drawing on a curriculum written by Canadian education experts. Families in Business Bay and the surrounding Downtown Dubai area benefit from a central, easily accessible location that suits both working parents and those seeking an urban lifestyle for their family. The nursery focuses on play-based, hands-on learning that nurtures curiosity, creativity and social development, while daily Arabic and French classes add a multilingual dimension to each child's day.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
Ages 45 days to 6 years
Campus & Facilities
Maple Bear Nursery in Business Bay, Dubai occupies retail units within Burlington Tower, opposite the Anantara Hotel, placing it at the…
Care & Wellbeing
Maple Bear places emphasis on a warm, secure and consistent environment for young children, from the earliest Bear Care infant stages…
Admissions
Prospective families can enquire about places at Maple Bear Business Bay by contacting the nursery directly by phone or WhatsApp, or by…
Curriculum & Approach
Maple Bear's curriculum is built around eight areas of development, including cognitive development, language and literacy, music and movement, dramatic play, social and emotional growth, gross and fine motor skills, and arts and creativity. These areas are addressed daily through careful planning by teachers trained in Canadian methodology, with the curriculum itself written by a team of Canadian educational experts who deliver annual training at each school. Learning at Maple Bear Business Bay is inquiry-based and play-based, encouraging children to ask questions, investigate and discover answers through hands-on exploration rather than passive instruction. Thematic, integrated lessons stimulate creativity and self-expression at each stage, with a consistent focus on helping children see themselves as capable, confident and independent learners. Alongside the core English-medium programme, children benefit from daily Arabic classes and a French language programme, supported by a locally developed Arabic curriculum based on Canadian methodology. Regular communication between teachers and parents, including daily updates through a parent app, keeps families closely involved in each child's learning journey.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 6 years
Maple Bear Business Bay offers a full continuum of early years programmes for children from 45 days to 6 years old. Bear Care supports infants from 45 days through three developmental stages up to 24 months, offering a warm, nurturing setting for babies' physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs. The Toddlers programme (2 to 3 years) introduces themed learning centres, free-choice play and small group activities that build social skills and gross motor development, while the Nursery class (3 to 4 years) focuses on self-regulation, communication and collaborative, hands-on learning. As part of the Dubai network, Business Bay also offers Junior Kindergarten (4 to 5 years) and Senior Kindergarten (5 to 6 years), which expand into language arts, STEM, creative expression and personal and social development, preparing children for a smooth transition into primary school.
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Campus & Facilities
Maple Bear Nursery in Business Bay, Dubai occupies retail units within Burlington Tower, opposite the Anantara Hotel, placing it at the heart of this canal-side district. The setting offers a cosy indoor environment together with a spacious outdoor play area, giving children room for active exploration alongside quieter, more contained learning spaces. The nursery's central position in Business Bay makes it a convenient choice for professionals and families living an urban lifestyle in Downtown Dubai and the surrounding canal-front communities, while still offering the calm, secure atmosphere associated with the wider Maple Bear network.
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Care & Wellbeing
Maple Bear places emphasis on a warm, secure and consistent environment for young children, from the earliest Bear Care infant stages through to Kindergarten. Daily communication between teachers and parents is prioritised through both a mobile app and face-to-face contact, so families stay informed about their child's progress, activities and wellbeing. The nursery in Business Bay offers flexible timings and nutritious catering as part of its holistic approach to each child's day, supporting children's settling-in and daily routines within a stable, nurturing setting.
Admissions
Prospective families can enquire about places at Maple Bear Business Bay by contacting the nursery directly by phone or WhatsApp, or by booking a tour through the Maple Bear website. Both in-person and online tours are available, with a Nursery Manager on hand to walk families through the facilities, answer questions and discuss enrolment for the relevant age group, from Bear Care through to Kindergarten.
Contact
Business Bay
Location
Dubai · Business Bay
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