The Palms Nursery
| The Palms Nursery | |
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Jumeirah III, Dubai United Arab Emirates | |
| Coordinates | (25.204849, 55.270783) |
| Information | |
| Type | Independent |
| Established | 1988 |
| Status | Open |
| Authority | MSA |
| Gender | Both |
| Language | English |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | www.thepalmsnurserydubai.com |
The Palms Nursery is an independent, private British Curriculum nursery located in Jumeirah III Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1988, the institution enrols children of all nationalities, between the ages of 10 months and 4 years and operates an Academic Year from September to June; classes in the new year commence in the first week of September.
Curriculum
The Palms Nursery follows an activity-based curriculum, which incorporates a routine of planned activities and games into the framework for the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Activities and curriculum content is designed in conjunction with the Early Learning Goals outlined in the statutory framework.
Students are integrated into the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in three age-based classes:
- Early care (10 months to 2 years)
- Playgroup (2–3 years)
- Preparatory (3–4 years)
Facilities
Nursery and play equipment meets UAE safety regulations. Facilities on campus include:
- Age-based Classrooms.
- Smart Room – Includes an interactive whiteboard and projector that accesses learning programs and software available online.
- Activity Room – An indoor arts and crafts room.
- Soft Play Area – Indoor play area.
- Outdoor Play Area – Jungle Gym, sports and physical activity area.
- Nurse’s Clinic – Licensed nurse is on call during operating hours.
- Pod Room – For toddlers from 10 months to 18 months.
- Library –Stocked with exercise and story books.
Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction, and development of communication skills is assessed based on literacy and acquired reading/writing skills. In keeping with EYFS guidelines, children whose native language is not English are provided opportunities inside and outside the classroom, to develop language skills.
Admissions
Admissions are open for two academic terms; the Autumn term from September to December and the Spring term from January to June. Parents are encouraged to visit the Nursery Office to learn more and begin the registration process. Confirmation regarding status of admission is sent to parents via a letter posted to the applicant’s home address.