Kids Academy
Nursery in Khalifa City
Their home away from home
We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child through high-quality education delivered by caring, experienced educators. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, we encourage children to explore, question, and develop the confidence to find their own answers. Our programmes support active learning in nurturing environments, helping children build essential skills for life. At Kids Academy Nursery in Khalifa City, we make the early years their best years by inspiring curiosity, confidence, creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Qualified Early Years Educators
We have a team of accomplished teachers, who create an engaging and enjoyable learning experience.
Our certification requirements are CACHE level 5 for Managers and CACHE level 3 for Teachers at a minimum.
Many of our Educators also have degrees in Education and Teaching as well as Social Sciences and the Arts.
We also offer approximately 40 hours per year of Continuous Professional Development training for staff at every level.
Active Learning, Enabling Environments
At Kids Academy Nursery in Khalifa City, we believe children learn best by doing. Through hands-on experiences, children actively engage in their learning and build real understanding.
Movement helps bring ideas to life, allowing children to connect physically and mentally with what they are learning.
Our thoughtfully structured environments encourage communication, cooperation, and confidence.
Our nursery in Khalifa City, with a variety of enriching experiences, children are supported by caring adults as they explore, experiment, and grow their ideas.
Parent Reviews



I have now enrolled my son here too, even though it’s very far from where we live because I know it is totally worth it. The quality of care and learning makes it completely worth it. If you are looking for a strong foundation and best start for your little one, this is undoubtedly the right place to enroll your little one. I highly recommended!



Our son has flourished since starting here, he’s become more confident, social, and excited about learning. The variety of activities, from arts and crafts to outdoor play and story time, has really helped him grow in so many ways.
The team creates such a nurturing and safe environment, and it’s clear how much they care about the children. Communication with parents is excellent, and we always feel informed and reassured.
We’re so grateful to have found a place where our son feels happy, supported, and understood. Thank you to all the amazing staff for everything you do, you’ve made a huge difference in our child’s first year!
Nursery Facilities
Inspiring, Functional Learning Areas
Classrooms
Our classrooms are equipped with specific learning areas and a rich collection of open-ended materials, fostering both independent and teacher-guided play.
Library
Our skilled educators foster early literacy skills through a wide variety of engaging pictures, rhymes and songs, all tailored to each child's unique identity and interests.
Gym
Using action songs and games in the gym, our music and movement teachers help children develop their physical literacy, including gross motor skills like coordination and spatial awareness.
See inside the nursery
Thoughtful, Outdoor Play Spaces
Thoughtful, Outdoor Play Spaces
Our safe and serene environment offers children the perfect space to play, discover and make sense of their surroundings.
Our climbing structures and balance beams strengthen gross motor skills, while our sensory gardens and water play areas stimulate cognitive development.
Our quiet and safe outdoor garden has been thoughtfully designed to enable children to explore, experience and actively learn.
Children's gross motor skills and spatial awareness flourish on our climbing walls, while our water zones stimulate imaginative play.
An Outstanding Health & Safety Record
We adhere to both the UAE National Childcare Standards and the UK Welfare Standards. Our dedicated housekeepers clean and sanitise the rooms and equipment all day everyday. In addition, we employ the following safety and security measures:
24/7 CCTV Surveillance
Our premises are continuously monitored by a state-of-the-art CCTV system with a direct feed from the common areas into the Nursery Manager’s office.
Accessibility
Visitors can only gain access to the nursery via a secure entry system. Before being granted access, credentials are checked and government issued identification documents are requested.
Fire Safety
We have installed advanced fire alarm systems and conduct regular fire drills to prepare our staff and children for emergencies.
First Aid
All staff are Paediatric First Aid trained and are regularly updated on the current procedures for handling incidents and injuries.
Our Nurseries
All our branches are deeply embedded in their respective neighbourhoods and shaped by the unique communities that host them. This allows us to integrate the customs of our multicultural parents with a premium British education; resulting in a tailored learning journey for every child.
Al Bateen
20 mins away from destination
Khalifa City A
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Heba Elshinawy
Address: A – 60th St , Khalifa City, Sector 32, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 02 557-7636
Mushrif
20 mins away from destination
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Umm Suqeim
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Nassima Kerimi
What kids love: The Eco-garden
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Umm Suqeim
Villa 19A – 19B 25th St – Al Manara – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 04 346 1582
Nursery Manager: Nassima Kerimi
Telephone Number: 04 346 1582
Jumeirah
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Marva Syed
Telephone Number: 050 8780 389
Nursery Manager: Marva Syed
What kids love: The Dance Studio
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Jumeirah
Villa 31 13th St – Jumeirah – Al Safa 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 050 8780 389
Mirdif
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Maya Jawhar
What kids love: The Project Room
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Mirdif
Villa N57+N58, Shorooq Mirdif, 92537 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 04 454 2082
Telephone Number: 04 454 2082
Dubailand
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Tiffany Huxley
What kids love: The Outdoor Playground
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Dubailand
Villa H 48 & H 50 Layan Community – Al Qudra Rd – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 04 447 3445
Telephone Number: 04 447 3445
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