Simba Nursery
Play, Learn and Grow in Al Nahyan
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Simba Nursery is a well-established early years setting in Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi, welcoming boys and girls from just 45 days old through to four years of age. Regulated by ADEK, the nursery follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, giving children in Al Nahyan a structured yet play-based introduction to learning. Families searching for a nursery in Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi will find a multinational community at Simba, where children are encouraged to value their own culture while appreciating those of others. The nursery describes its approach as helping every child develop into a confident, independent and critical thinker. With classrooms organised by age from Baby Bears through to Mighty Monkeys, Simba Nursery aims to support both children and their working parents with flexible hours, open communication and a safe, nurturing environment near Delma Park on Al Hadba Street.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 4 years
Campus & Facilities
Located near Delma Park on Al Hadba Street in Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi, Simba Nursery operates from a purpose-built setting designed with…
Care & Wellbeing
Simba Nursery states that safety is at the heart of its approach, with staff committed to providing the safest possible environment for…
Fees
Annual tuition AED 31,250
Admissions
Registration for the 2025–2026 academic year at Simba Nursery is currently open. Parents can enquire by phone, mobile or through the…
Curriculum & Approach
Simba Nursery delivers the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), part of the British National Curriculum for early education, covering children from birth to five years. The approach is built around play-based learning, reflecting research that shows children learn most effectively through play and exploration. The curriculum is structured around seven pillars of learning: Understanding the World, Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Communication, Language and Literacy, Problem Solving, Reasoning and Numeracy, and Creative Development. These areas are designed to be equally important and interconnected, supporting the whole child. Through explorative, hands-on activities, children are encouraged to make choices, use their imagination, experiment with their senses, build relationships and develop confidence. Teachers plan both spontaneous and structured experiences that nurture cognitive, physical, emotional and social growth at each stage of development.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 4 years
Simba Nursery groups children into four classes according to age, each designed around developmentally appropriate activities. Baby Bears (45 days to 1 year) offers a Baby Sensory style programme with music, touch and early communication activities to stimulate development. Tiny Tigers (1 to 2 years) provides a loving, structured environment supporting cognitive, physical, emotional, social and sensory growth during this critical stage. Cubs & Kittens (2 to 3 years) encourages independent thinking and decision-making through a positive, structured routine, with academic displays and play-based lessons designed to spark curiosity. Mighty Monkeys (3 to 4 years) builds on home learning and prepares children for primary school, focusing on mark-making, early writing and reading, and self-care skills within small class sizes.
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Campus & Facilities
Located near Delma Park on Al Hadba Street in Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi, Simba Nursery operates from a purpose-built setting designed with safety as a priority. The nursery's own facilities pages reference dedicated classrooms for each age group, from Baby Bears through to Mighty Monkeys, along with an on-site clinic to support children's health and wellbeing during the day. The setting is designed to offer a warm, secure environment where children can explore, play and learn under the care of experienced staff, giving parents confidence that their child is both safe and stimulated throughout the nursery day.
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Care & Wellbeing
Simba Nursery states that safety is at the heart of its approach, with staff committed to providing the safest possible environment for every child in their care. The nursery maintains an on-site clinic, supporting the health needs of children throughout the day. The nursery emphasises open and honest communication with families, aiming to keep parents informed about their child's activities and individual development. This is described as part of the "Simba Promise" to parents, alongside the nursery's Codes of Essential Practice, which set out its standards of care and early years education. Flexible working hours and an open platform for discussion with teachers and administration are offered to support busy or working parents, helping families feel involved in their child's early years journey.
Daily Schedule
Simba Nursery is open Monday to Thursday from 7:30am to 5:00pm, and on Fridays from 7:30am to 12:30pm. Core classes run from 8:00am, with families able to choose pick-up times of 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm or 5:00pm depending on their preferred schedule and fee package. Within these hours, each age group follows planned and spontaneous activities that build language, communication, creative and social skills, with imaginative play and story time forming part of the daily routine.
Fees
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (ADEK)ADEK-listed annual tuition | yearly | AED 31,250 |
Simba Nursery publishes ADEK-approved tuition fees that vary according to the chosen daily finishing time (2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm or 5:00pm) and whether attendance is four or five days a week. Fees are split across three terms, with a non-refundable registration fee of AED 1,000 and a uniform fee of AED 250 (including 5% VAT) payable on enrolment. For example, the 8:00am to 3:00pm, five-day-a-week programme costs AED 31,250 annually. All fees are approved by ADEK and are subject to change.
Admissions
Registration for the 2025–2026 academic year at Simba Nursery is currently open. Parents can enquire by phone, mobile or through the nursery's contact form to begin the enrolment process. On registration, a non-refundable AED 1,000 fee and a AED 250 uniform fee apply, with tuition payable in three terms according to the chosen daily schedule and number of days attended. The nursery's academic calendar for 2025–2026 runs from 1 September 2025 to 30 June 2026, split into three terms, with a summer camp also offered. Families are encouraged to contact the nursery directly for the latest availability and to arrange enrolment.
Contact
Al Nahyan
Location
Abu Dhabi · Al Nahyan
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