Odyssey Nursery - Al Mushrif
Reggio Emilia inspired nursery in Al Mushrif
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif is a Reggio Emilia inspired nursery in Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi, welcoming boys and girls from 3 months to 4 years old. Regulated by ADEK, the nursery follows the UK EYFS framework alongside the Reggio Emilia philosophy, viewing every child as curious, capable and full of ideas. Rather than following rigid lessons, learning at Odyssey Nursery is guided by each child's own interests. Educators, referred to as Guides, observe, support and extend children's discoveries, helping to build creativity, confidence and a genuine love of learning from the earliest stages. As one of a network of nurseries across the UAE, Odyssey Nursery in Al Mushrif gives local families access to a Reggio-inspired early years setting close to home, with an emphasis on independence, self-esteem and warm partnership with parents.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS · Reggio Emilio • Ages 3 months to 4 years
Campus & Facilities
The Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif setting is fitted out with child-friendly play areas, classrooms and dedicated eating areas, designed to…
Care & Wellbeing
Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif places emphasis on daily communication with families, sending photos and reports of each child's activities…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 40,200
Admissions
Parents interested in Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif can request more information or book a tour by completing the enquiry form on the…
Curriculum & Approach
At Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif, the Reggio Emilia approach shapes daily life in the nursery. Rather than a fixed curriculum, Reggio is treated as a mindset that celebrates the unique way each child thinks, feels and grows, with teachers acting as co-learners and guides rather than lecturers. Children are encouraged to be active participants in their own learning, and the environment itself is designed as a third teacher that inspires exploration. This Reggio-inspired approach is combined with the UK EYFS framework, supporting children's development across key learning areas while allowing plenty of room for child-led discovery. Parents are treated as partners in the process, with their voices and interests welcomed into the nursery community. Through this blend of EYFS structure and Reggio Emilia philosophy, children at Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif learn to think critically, express themselves and solve problems with confidence, while building strong social-emotional skills through collaboration and play with their peers.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 3 months to 4 years
Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif organises children into age-appropriate groups that reflect each stage of early development, from babies through to the pre-Foundation years. In the Babies group, for children aged 3 to 12 months, early learning practitioners focus on first experiences and consistent, home-like care. Toddlers aged 1 to 2 years learn through discovery and sensory play, using treasure baskets and everyday materials to build tactile senses and coordination through monthly themed activities. In the Preschool group for children aged 2 to 3 years, the focus shifts towards independence and confidence, with child-directed activities supporting early literacy, mathematics, science, language, communication and social skills. The Foundation group, for children aged 3 to 4 years, helps prepare children for the transition to school, encouraging social, cognitive, physical, emotional and spiritual development at each child's own pace. This range of programmes allows Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif to support children continuously from infancy up to school readiness.
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Campus & Facilities
The Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif setting is fitted out with child-friendly play areas, classrooms and dedicated eating areas, designed to support a Reggio-inspired approach where the environment itself acts as a third teacher. As with other Odyssey locations, the nursery is designed for easy access and convenient parking, situated within the Al Mushrif neighbourhood of Abu Dhabi. Indoor spaces are arranged to encourage exploration and self-directed play, giving children the freedom to investigate materials and ideas at their own pace. The nursery also provides outdoor play opportunities as part of its approach to hands-on, sensory-rich learning. As an ADEK-regulated nursery, Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif operates within the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge's framework for early years settings, giving parents assurance around the setting in which their child learns and plays each day.
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Care & Wellbeing
Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif places emphasis on daily communication with families, sending photos and reports of each child's activities and development directly to parents' phones. This daily update system allows parents to stay closely connected to their child's growth and milestones throughout the nursery day. Meal times are treated as an important part of the day, with specially designed meal plans intended to support focus, learning and healthy eating habits. Children eat together, encouraging them to be curious about food and to try new things in a social setting. The nursery encourages a close partnership between staff and parents to support children settling in, with families invited to share their child's interests and to review their child's portfolio and observations. This collaborative approach is intended to help build each child's confidence and self-esteem as they adjust to nursery life.
Daily Schedule
While a detailed hour-by-hour timetable is not published, the daily rhythm at Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif is built around Reggio-inspired, child-led exploration, planned meal times, and continuous observation by Guides. Throughout the day, children move between structured group activities and periods of free, self-directed play, supported by sensory materials, themed activities and outdoor time appropriate to their age group. Parents receive daily updates on their child's activities and progress, giving an ongoing picture of how each day unfolds even without a fixed published schedule.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed range: AED 40,200–42,450 | yearly | AED 40,200 |
Annual fees at Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif range from approximately AED 40,200 to AED 42,450, depending on the child's age group and programme. Parents are encouraged to contact the nursery directly for a fee breakdown specific to their child's intended start date and class.
Admissions
Parents interested in Odyssey Nursery – Al Mushrif can request more information or book a tour by completing the enquiry form on the nursery's website, selecting the Mushrif, Abu Dhabi location and their child's age group. The nursery welcomes boys and girls from 3 months to 4 years old. As part of the enrolment process, families are invited to visit the nursery, meet the team and see the Reggio-inspired environment in person, with staff on hand to answer questions about the approach, daily routines and settling-in support for new children.
Contact
Al Mushrif
Location
Abu Dhabi · Al Mushrif
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