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Claire Maassab at Saifi

Part of KEY Nursery Network, Secular

Updated July 2026

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Claire Maassab Nursery is a trilingual early childhood education center in Beirut, Lebanon, serving children from two months to four years and nine months of age. It utilizes the proprietary KEY System® to provide a project-based, child-centric learning experience.

Teaching approach

The school operates on the belief that the most critical period for a child's development occurs between birth and five years of age. It aims to provide a nurturing, child-centric environment that fosters cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical development. The school emphasizes the importance of diversity and multilingualism in preparing children for their future educational and life journeys.

Programmes

The nursery follows the KEY System®, a project-based and multilingual curriculum delivered in English, French, and Arabic. The programme is structured into five class levels based on age: Kinder KEY 1 (2–11 months), Kinder KEY 2 (1–1.9 years), Kinder KEY 3 (1.10–2.9 years), KEY 1 (2.10–3.9 years), and KEY 2 (3.10–4.9 years). Instruction focuses on five developmental areas: cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support

The nursery maintains an inclusive environment and welcomes children with special needs. Staff work closely with parents to discuss individual requirements and ensure necessary resources are in place to support each child's progression and integration among their peers.

Frequently asked questions(3)
How much is tuition at Claire Maassab at Saifi?
Annual tuition at Claire Maassab at Saifi is $5K–$5.2K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
Is Claire Maassab at Saifi a day or boarding school?
Claire Maassab at Saifi is a day school.
Where is Claire Maassab at Saifi located?
Claire Maassab at Saifi is an international school in Beirut, Lebanon.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2019-2020
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Kinder KEY 10–0$5.2K
Kinder KEY 21–1$5K
Kinder KEY 32–2$5.1K
KEY 13–3$5.2K

Source:PDFkey-nursery-camp-form-1.pdfPDFback-to-school-19-20-v17-1.pdfPDFclaire-brochure-1.pdfPDFactivity-form-v02-1.pdf

Other fees(2)
Other fees
Registration fee· Payable upon registration and non-refundable for KEY 1, KK1, KK2 and KK3.$500
Materials· Book fees: Kinder KEY 2 ($55 for Term 1, $135 for Term 2, $135 for Term 3); Kinder KEY 3 ($100 for Term 1, $135 for Term 2, $135 for Term 3); KEY 1 ($135 per term).

Admissions

Prospective parents are invited to tour the nursery by contacting the school directly. To apply, families must submit a completed application form, a medical form signed by a pediatrician, updated vaccination records, a copy of the child's birth certificate, and a copy of the child's ID or passport, along with five passport-sized photos and the registration fee.

Calendar

The nursery operates on a standard academic year, typically beginning in late September. The calendar includes various seasonal camps, such as spring and winter sessions, and observes national and religious holidays. Throughout the year, the school hosts themed events, workshops, and celebrations, including "Tree Day," "Parents' workshop for Christmas decoration," and various "days" focused on specific themes like "Sun Day" or "Rainbow Day."

  • Nicole Maassab
    Nicole MaassabVP - Academics

    As the Vice President - Academics for the KEY Nursery Network, she oversees the educational experience across the network. She is dedicated to early childhood development, focusing on curricula that build creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills in children from birth to five years of age.