Star Smiles Early Childhood Center
Where little stars learn to shine
Why Choose This Nursery
Overview
Star Smiles Early Childhood Center is a KHDA-registered nursery in Al Barsha South 4, Dubai, welcoming children from 45 days old to 5 years. Founded in 2023, the setting follows an EYFS-aligned, play-based approach designed to nurture curiosity and build confident, happy learners. Families searching for a nursery in Al Barsha South 4, Dubai will find a small, community-feel setting with age-banded classrooms, dedicated caregiver ratios and a bilingual Arabic programme running alongside the English-medium curriculum. From sensory play for babies through to school-readiness preparation for Kindergarten Stars, Star Smiles focuses on individual attention, safety and daily communication with parents, helping every child settle in and thrive.
At a glance
Curriculum & Approach
EYFS • Ages 45 days to 5 years
Campus & Facilities
Star Smiles operates from a purpose-set nursery setting in Al Barsha South 4, Dubai, designed around age-appropriate rooms for babies…
Care & Wellbeing
Health and safety are built into daily routines at Star Smiles, with an on-site nurse, fire safety measures and secure entry supporting a…
Admissions
Joining Star Smiles follows four simple steps: families begin by booking a tour via WhatsApp or phone, then visit the nursery to meet the…
Curriculum & Approach
Star Smiles follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, covering all seven areas of learning: the three prime areas of Communication & Language, Physical Development, and Personal, Social & Emotional Development, alongside the specific areas of Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts & Design. The EYFS approach is enriched with a daily Arabic immersion programme, creative arts and outdoor exploration, giving children a broad, play-based foundation before they move on to primary school. Learning is delivered through structured play, songs, stories, sensory activities and hands-on exploration appropriate to each age group. As children progress from the Baby Stars room through to Pre-KG and KG Stars, the curriculum becomes more structured, introducing phonics, early numeracy, PE and yoga, and school-readiness skills ahead of the transition to Year 1.
Ages & Programs
Age range: 45 days to 5 years
Star Smiles organises children into five age-banded classes from 45 days to 5 years. Baby Stars (45 days to 12 months) focuses on sensory exploration, tummy time, music and movement, and secure bonding with dedicated caregivers, with individual sleeping and feeding schedules respected. Toddler Stars (1 to 2 years) build language through songs and stories, messy play and early social skills, while Explorer Stars (2 to 3 years) are introduced to phonics, creative arts, water and sand play, early numeracy and Arabic language exposure. Pre-KG Stars (3 to 4 years) follow structured EYFS learning across all seven areas, including phonics, early reading, number recognition, Arabic and PE, while KG Stars (4 to 5 years) complete the full EYFS curriculum, developing reading and writing fluency, mathematical thinking and Arabic literacy in preparation for Year 1.
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Campus & Facilities
Star Smiles operates from a purpose-set nursery setting in Al Barsha South 4, Dubai, designed around age-appropriate rooms for babies through to Kindergarten Stars. Safety features include CCTV coverage, secure entry systems, compliance with Wadeema's Law, Civil Defence approval and an on-site nurse. Meals are prepared in a HACCP-certified kitchen with allergies catered for, supporting the nursery's focus on nutrition alongside learning. Outdoor exploration, sports and physical activity such as PE and yoga are built into the daily programme for older children, complementing the structured indoor EYFS curriculum. Small class sizes are maintained throughout, with staff-to-child ratios of 1:3 for babies, rising through 1:5, 1:8 and 1:12 for older age groups, in line with KHDA staffing requirements.
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Care & Wellbeing
Health and safety are built into daily routines at Star Smiles, with an on-site nurse, fire safety measures and secure entry supporting a protected environment for young children. The nursery's HACCP-approved kitchen provides nutritious meals with allergy considerations taken into account. For babies, individual sleeping and feeding schedules are respected, and dedicated caregivers focus on secure bonding within small ratios. As children grow, the emphasis shifts toward supporting independence in eating and self-care, alongside social and emotional development. Parents receive daily photo updates and reports, keeping them connected to their child's day and supporting a smooth settling-in process from enrolment onward.
Daily Schedule
The nursery day at Star Smiles runs Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, with shorter Saturday hours from 8:00am to 1:00pm. Within this, each age group follows a routine suited to its stage of development, from sensory play and rest for babies to structured EYFS learning blocks, phonics, numeracy, Arabic lessons and outdoor or physical activity for older children. Across all age groups, the day balances guided learning activities with free play, meals prepared in the nursery's HACCP kitchen, and time outdoors, with daily photo updates keeping parents informed of their child's activities and progress.
Admissions
Joining Star Smiles follows four simple steps: families begin by booking a tour via WhatsApp or phone, then visit the nursery to meet the team and see the setting in person. Enrolment involves completing a form and submitting the required documents, followed by a gentle settling-in period to help each child adjust. Tours and enquiries can be arranged directly through the nursery's WhatsApp number or by calling the centre, with staff on hand to guide parents through the registration process.
Contact
Al Barsha South Fourth
Location
Dubai · Al Barsha South 4
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