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Green Grass Nursery Al Manara

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Secular, Founded 2013

Updated July 2026

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Green Grass Nursery is a bilingual early years provider in Dubai for children aged 1 to 5, operating campuses in Jumeirah and Al Manara. It is recognized as the first fully bilingual Arabic-English nursery in the city, blending the British EYFS framework with Reggio Emilia and Forest School methodologies.

Term structure

Three terms

Teaching approach

Green Grass Nursery is founded on a 'Growing, Glowing, and Nurturing' approach, emphasizing a bilingual, inquiry-based environment. It integrates the child-led, sensory values of the Reggio Emilia philosophy with the nature-focused, experiential learning of the Forest School ethos to foster curiosity, independence, and cultural identity.

Programmes

The curriculum is a bilingual Arabic-English inquiry-based programme grounded in the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. It focuses on holistic development across seven key areas, utilizing immersion to foster language fluency, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. The programme is tailored to the developmental needs of children from age 1 to 5.

Student support

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Learning support

The nursery maintains a commitment to inclusive education, ensuring that the unique needs of every child are recognized and supported. The staff collaborates closely with families and specialists to provide tailored learning experiences that allow all children to thrive.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does Green Grass Nursery Al Manara offer?
Green Grass Nursery Al Manara offers British EYFS.
Is Green Grass Nursery Al Manara a day or boarding school?
Green Grass Nursery Al Manara is a day school.
Is Green Grass Nursery Al Manara co-educational?
Green Grass Nursery Al Manara is a co-ed school.
Where is Green Grass Nursery Al Manara located?
Green Grass Nursery Al Manara is an international school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Tuition & fees

This school publishes fees only on request — contact admissions for a current schedule.

Admissions

Prospective families are invited to book a tour of the nursery campuses in Jumeirah or Al Manara via the school's website. The admissions process involves an inquiry form to receive detailed information, including the fee schedule for the academic year.

Calendar

The academic year is divided into three terms, aligning with leading English primary schools in Dubai. The 2026-2027 calendar includes a Winter Term (August to December), a Spring Term (January to April), and a Summer Term (April to July), with breaks for midterms and public holidays.

Facilities

PlaygroundOutdoor areaDining hallArt roomGymnasium

About the campus

The boutique campuses feature 'classes with no walls,' including large shaded gardens, mud kitchens, workshops, and nature zones. Indoor facilities include age-appropriate classrooms, an athletic room, an atelier, and an in-house canteen that provides nutritious, healthy meals. Safety is supported by 24/7 CCTV, a licensed nurse on-site, and adherence to KHDA and DHA protocols.

Co-curriculars

The nursery offers a 'Super Club' that extends learning beyond standard nursery hours, focusing on social skills, creativity, and physical development. Additionally, the school provides all-year-round camps, including winter and spring sessions, to support ongoing engagement.

  • Arwa NacchoCEO

    Arwa Naccho has over a decade of dedication to early childhood education and has led Green Grass Nursery since its inception, establishing it as Dubai's first fully bilingual Arabic nursery. She oversees the nursery's expansion and the implementation of its unique bilingual inquiry approach.