Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef
Canadian early learning in Al Reef, Abu Dhabi
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef is an ADEK-regulated nursery located in Al Reef, Abu Dhabi, welcoming both boys and girls from as young as 45 days old through to six years. The nursery follows the Canadian CMEC-based curriculum delivered by the wider Maple Bear network, offering a play-based, inquiry-driven approach to early years education across the Nursery (N0-N4) and Senior (SN) stages. Families searching for a nursery in Al Reef, Abu Dhabi can expect a nurturing setting where each of the eight areas of development, including cognitive, language and literacy, social and emotional, and physical growth, are addressed daily through carefully planned activities. The programme is designed to build confident, independent learners who are well prepared for the next stage of their education. As part of a larger group of Maple Bear nurseries across the UAE and Oman, the Al Reef branch benefits from a curriculum written by Canadian educational experts, with annual teacher training delivered at each school to maintain consistency in quality and pedagogy.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
Ages 45 days to 6 years
Campus & Facilities
Across the Maple Bear network, nurseries are designed with spacious, light-filled classrooms alongside indoor and outdoor play areas that…
Care & Wellbeing
Communication between parents and teachers is prioritised through daily updates via a dedicated mobile app, alongside face-to-face…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 45,000
Admissions
Families interested in Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef can book either an online tour or an in-person visit to explore the…
Curriculum & Approach
The nursery follows a CMEC Canadian curriculum, delivered through hands-on, play-based and inquiry-based learning. Rather than simply receiving information, children are encouraged to ask questions, investigate, and discover answers for themselves, building curiosity, independence and confidence from an early age. Learning is structured around eight developmental areas: cognitive development, music and movement, language and literacy, dramatic play, social and emotional development, gross motor development, arts and creativity, and fine motor development. These areas are woven into daily planning by teachers trained in Canadian early years methodology. The curriculum also includes multilingual immersion, with English and French language programmes supplemented by a locally developed Arabic curriculum based on Canadian methodology. The approach is written by a team of Canadian educational experts, who provide annual teacher training at each school to support consistent delivery across the network.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 6 years
Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef serves children across several age-based stages, spanning grades N0 to N4 and the Senior (SN) level, in line with ADEK's early years framework. The youngest children join a warm, nurturing infant stage focused on physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs, gradually progressing through toddler stages where planned routines, themed learning centres and free-choice play build a sense of belonging and social skill. As children move into the Nursery stage, hands-on activities and peer collaboration help develop self-regulation, communication and early literacy and numeracy skills. In the Senior stage, competence in language, reading and STEM subjects is developed systematically, preparing children for a smooth transition into primary school.
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Campus & Facilities
Across the Maple Bear network, nurseries are designed with spacious, light-filled classrooms alongside indoor and outdoor play areas that allow children to explore, move and learn safely. Settings are created to feel warm and homely, supporting both structured activities and free play. At Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef, this same ethos applies to the Al Reef, Abu Dhabi setting, where children have access to safe, stimulating spaces that support the eight areas of development addressed daily in the curriculum. The environment is intended to feel secure and engaging, giving children the confidence to explore and learn.
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Care & Wellbeing
Communication between parents and teachers is prioritised through daily updates via a dedicated mobile app, alongside face-to-face interaction, so families stay informed about their child's progress and daily activities. Parents receive photos and reports on their child's learning and development, along with a personalised weekly message highlighting a notable achievement. The nursery describes its environment as warm, stimulating, safe and secure, aiming to ensure children feel supported as they settle in and grow in confidence throughout their early years.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed annual tuition | yearly | AED 45,000 |
Annual fees at Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef are set at AED 45,000. Parents should contact the nursery directly for full details on fee structure and any additional charges.
Admissions
Families interested in Maple Tree International Nurseries - Reef can book either an online tour or an in-person visit to explore the nursery ahead of enrolment. The online tour offers a 20-minute video call with the Nursery Manager, including a live walk-through of the facilities, while the in-person tour is a 30-minute visit where families can meet staff and see the setting firsthand. Enquiries can be submitted through the nursery's website, where parents select their preferred location, including Al Reef, and their child's age group, to begin the registration process.
Contact
Al Reef
Location
Abu Dhabi · Al Reef
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