Nurseries in Dubai: How to Choose and What They Cost

Dubai preschool providers are commonly called nurseries or Early Childhood Centres (ECCs). For relocating families, opening hours and attendance patterns can be as important as curriculum and reputation.

KHDA's 2026 policy covers ECC services for children from birth to age six and allows flexible attendance models including full-time, part-time, hourly, drop-in and package-based arrangements.

Schedules

• two to five days per week;
• short morning programmes;
• full-day options;
• extended care;
• early drop-off and late pick-up.

How much does nursery cost?

• Al Fajr Early Childhood Center: 2026/27 monthly fees from AED 2,700 for three days a week to AED 3,500 for five days, plus AED 2,000 annual registration;
• Canadian Kids Nursery: three-month term fees from AED 9,900 for a two-day morning schedule to AED 15,250 for five days through 6:00pm;
• Bloom World Academy Early Excellence Centre: annual nursery fees of AED 30,000–48,000 depending on attendance.

These are examples, not recommendations.

Nursery and residential area

For a preschool child, a long daily commute can be particularly difficult. Compare the nursery, parents' workplaces and the residential area before signing a long-term tenancy.

Documents

Typical requests can include the child's birth certificate, immunisation record, medical insurance, passport/visa and parent identity documents.

Official rules

KHDA guidance for Early Childhood Centres

Next stage

Schools in Dubai

Studying and Higher Education in the UAE

How MANAR CAPITAL can help

MANAR CAPITAL does not replace nursery admissions. We help structure the relocation route around residency, documents, housing and banking.

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