Circle Time Nursery

• Location
• Age group
• Curriculum
• How to apply?
• Fee structure
• PTA and contact information

Circle Time Nursery and Preschool is recognised as one of the top budget-friendly nurseries in Dubai. Established in 2016, Circle Time follows the British EYFS curriculum while adhering to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) guidelines. Various extra-curricular and co-curricular activities support the British curriculum. 

In recent years, the nursery has opened branches in five different locations in Dubai, including International City, Muhaisnah, Al Nahda, Al Barsha and Al Karama. Although the primary focus is on the child, Circle Time Nursery also extends its services to the child's family and the community.

Continue reading the Circle Time Nursery guide to learn more about its facilities, curriculum, and admission and fee details.

Circle Time Nursery, Al Barsha and other campuses offer fully-equipped classrooms, complete with dedicated restroom facilities. The spacious classrooms are furnished with a wide range of educational resources, creating a pleasant and conducive learning atmosphere. Qualified staff members lead each classroom and work together with a team of professionals, providing continuous support and collaboration.

For physical activities, students can make the most of indoor and outdoor play areas equipped with jungle gyms and other learning tools.

Circle Time Preschool programs aim to provide children with a nurturing environment that feels like a second home where they can grow and thrive. The nursery’s philosophy is based on "Hug first, then teach” - emphasising that the first five years of a child's life are crucial for language development, intellectual growth, and social skills.

To cater to the needs of working parents, our Circle Time Preschool and Nursery locations are open throughout the day, seven days a week, ensuring flexibility and convenience. Having branches at different locations is advantageous as it allows students from various communities to join the nursery quickly. By having multiple branches, Circle Time can cater to a broader demographic, reaching out to families In different neighbourhoods. 

In addition to this, an international curriculum complemented by wide-ranging extracurricular activities and kid-friendly facilities ensures that your child receives maximum exposure. They are equipped with and taught all the skills paramount for an individual's well-rounded development.

Circle Time Nursery, Al Barsha and the remaining campuses enrol children ages 3 to 5.

The curriculum at Circle Time Nursery adheres to the EYFS education framework for children ages 3 to 5. The programs enhance children's fine and gross motor skills besides reading and decision-making abilities.

The curriculum emphasises play-based learning, child-led activities and the importance of nurturing relationships and individualised support. The EYFS curriculum aims to provide a solid foundation for children's future learning and development, preparing them for primary school and beyond.

The EYFS curriculum focuses on seven key areas of learning and development, including:

• Communication and Language
• Physical Development
• Personal, Social and Emotional Development
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Understanding the World
• Expressive Arts and Design

To initiate the Circle Time Nursery admission process, complete the registration form and hand it in at reception. Once a registration form has been completed, you may arrange a convenient time for the campus tour. Once a place becomes available, parents must pay a non-refundable administration fee to secure the seat. After the place has been accepted and the deposit has been paid, you must submit the following documents:

• Child’s birth certificate
• Parent’s address proof
• Medical consent duly filled and signed
• The child’s and parent’s passport copy with visa page
• Child’s and parent’s copy of Emirates ID
• Copy of child’s vaccination report/immunisation card
• Passport-size photographs of the child

Circle Time Nursery Dubai remains open from 08:00 a.m. to 07:30 p.m. The admissions team will be happy to meet you at your convenience.

Circle Time Nursery fees structure is as follows:

Purposefully designed extra and co-curricular activities ensure students work on their reading, writing and motor skills throughout the academic year. Children can participate in field trips, classroom activities, International Day celebrations and Sports Day, to name a few.

At Circle Time Nursery, Al Nahda and other campuses, the policy encourages and promotes good health and hygiene for all the children. This includes monitoring kids for signs and symptoms of infectious diseases such as chickenpox, measles, mumps, rubella, meningitis, hepatitis, diarrhoea, vomiting and fever.

You will be contacted and requested to collect your child as soon as possible if the nurses believe they are ill. Your child can only return to school once they are in good health. The nursery’s policy is to administer certain medicines, but only if they have written instructions and parents have completed and signed the required forms.

Circle Time Nursery, Al Karama and the remaining branches invite parents to explore the campus and have meaningful conversations with caretakers and staff members. If you're curious about tuition fees, the admission process or the fantastic facilities they offer, you can find all the details on the website.

You can also find essential information on the nursery's social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram. To keep parents in the loop about the latest events, Circle Time Nursery, Muhaisnah has even created a convenient parent application and WhatsApp groups.

You can also visit the Circle Time contact page to establish contact with the school.

• Email: Info@circletime.com
• Toll-Free Number: 800-809

Circle Time Nursery, International City Branch

• Telephone: +971-4-874-7441
• Mobile: +971-56-520-8556

Circle Time Nursery, Muhaisnah Branch

• Telephone: +971-4-336-6996
• Mobile: +971-54-581-7223

Circle Time Nursery, Al Nahda Branch

• Telephone: +971-4-259-2269
• Mobile: +971-52-746-2608

Circle Time Nursery, Al Karama Branch

• Telephone: +971-4-267-7997
• Mobile: +971-52-564-8700

Circle Time Nursery, Al Barsha Branch

• Telephone: +971-4-252-0021
• Mobile: +971-55-783-5046

General Contact Information

• Official Circle Time Nursery Website
• Circle Time Nursery Facebook
• Circle Time Nursery Instagram

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