Innovative education for a

future ready child

“According to Centre on the Developing Child of Harvard University, 90% of a child brain’s development happens before the age of 5.”

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The first and only IB PYP accredited pre-school

Happy Staff = Happy Child

Our pre-school has been awarded the prestigious 'Great Place to Work' certificate based on an extensive survey among all our staff! By fostering a supportive and inspiring environment for our staff, we ensure that your child receives the utmost care and nurturing, setting the stage for their happiness, and solid foundation for the future.

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Age Groups (45 Days to 6 years)

A Specialised Approach To Every Stage Of Development

Redwood Center of Excellence Nursery is set up to ensure your child gets the optimal guidance at each stage of development, using the science of how children develop a well-rounded mind. Simply put, they’ll be learning and growing into their full potential and laying the foundations for future success.

Children at our nurseries learn both academic and vital social skills. Below we’ll walk through how our approach changes at new stage of development.

Explorers (45 Days -12 months)

First Steps Into A Bigger World

The importance of a child’s first experiences outside home can’t be overestimated. This is when babies form their first impression of the world that shapes them for life.

Our early learning practitioners provide the best care and encouragement for your baby. You can go about your day reassured that your child is being cared for in the same way you would care for them at home.

Develop gross and fine motor skills
Able to accommodate any meal requirements
Natural play materials & a calm environment
Daily updates on your child's progress

Thinkers (12-17 Months)

Growing In Confidence

“A child’s brain grows to 80% of the size of an adults by age 3” Harvard, 2022. These early years are critical, ensuring they soak up new stimulus.

There is a vital time when toddlers become very interested in their environment. This is when they establish whether the outside world is ‘safe’ or not.

At the Center of Excellence, toddlers learn to explore in an environment where everything is at their scale and safe for them to touch. This helps your child grow in independence and confidence.

Learn to crawl, stand and walk
Interact with other toddlers in a safe & fun environment
Develop verbal skills: native English, French & classical Arabic
Modelling of responsibility & respect

Investigators (18 Months - 2 Years)

Interaction With The Real World

Young children naturally reach out for interaction through babbling, facial expressions, and gestures, and adults respond with the same kind of vocalizing and gesturing back at them. This back-and-forth process is fundamental to the wiring of the brain, especially in the earliest years.`` Harvard, 2022

Children at this age are eager to engage in real-life situations, routines, and rituals. Through positive interactions with our early learning practitioners, we help our children understand the “what,” “why” and “how” of the world around them. As a result, their sensory development develops much faster.

Show first signs of emotional intelligence & empathy
Able to use basic logic & problem-solving skills
Hands-on activities to build sensory development
Cultivate self-esteem

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Communicators (2-3 years)

Exploration & Discovery

“By age 3, your child’s brain has developed over 100 Trillion new neurons” (Harvard, 2022). This is the key period for growth, ensuring their attention and interest are developed in these critical years.

At this age, our children begin to learn writing & counting using concrete forms. This leads to deep integration of this knowledge and a solid base to grow from.

First steps into reading & writing
Support in creating a positive self-image
Learn courtesy and empathy through modelling
Child-led learning for maximum growth

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Leaders (3-4 Years)

Resilience & Getting Ready For School

“This is the age where your child’s brain fine tunes itself” (Harvard, 2022). Primary senses like touch, vision & motor skills are nearly fully developed. This is where we seed children with a lifelong love of knowledge and confidence in their ability to learn.

Our approach for this age includes reading, writing, creative play, and cooperation. Children are encouraged to learn at their own pace, which builds their independence & resilience.

Learn emotional intelligence & life skills
Tools for cooperation & problem solving
Development of math, reading & writing
Multi-lingual learning from fluent native speakers

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Pioneers (4-6 years)

Lay The Foundations For Academic Success

“Positive association with learning is the key focus for these final preparatory years before primary school” (Harvard, 2022). This is where we develop their love of learning, setting them up for success in the school system.

We offer a KHDA approved advanced Montessori programme. Our students are frequently enrolled in the top schools in UAE & abroad, since they are already reading & doing foundational maths as they’re ready to enter school.