Arjan, Al Barsha South
British Early Childhood Centre
EYFS and so much more
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It takes a village to raise a child
Family & Community Engagement
Upcoming Community Events
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10th May | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | OliOli® Children’s Museum, Dubai
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17th May | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Holiday Inn & Suites, Science Park, Dubai
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17th May | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Outdoor trip, Batterfies Garden, Dubai
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17th May | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Outdoor trip, Batterfies Garden, Dubai
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Past Community Events
Our environment engages parents to be a part
of a childs educational journey
of a childs educational journey
Principal's doors are always open
Parents can wair for their children in the cosy co-working zone not walking too far away from their children
Weekends are full of family activities for our comunity
Oli Oli Event Registration Form
10th May | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | OliOli® Children’s Museum, Dubai
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We follow the classic British curriculum, the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), designed to nurture all areas of your child’s holistic growth and development.
0-1
The very beginning
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Emotional Wellbeing
Babies develop core strength and coordination through rolling, sitting, crawling, and standing, alongside rich sensory exploration. We ensure that the environment supports and responds to their physical development needs. -
Early Communication
Growth in attention, listening, and first responses through eye contact, sounds, gestures, and simple words. A gentle tone of voice, calm pace of speech, and a loving attitude are key to supporting this process. -
Physical Development
Development of core strength and coordination (rolling, sitting, crawling, standing), alongside sensory exploration. We make sure that environment is supporting and answers the needs of physical development. -
Curiosity
Babies begin to notice, explore, and respond to their surroundings, showing early curiosity and interest in learning. We ensure the environment is rich in resources to nurture this curiosity every day.
1-2
First steps in social development
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Emerging Independence & Self-Care
Toddlers begin to show autonomy by feeding themselves, making simple choices, and trying things on their own. We provide support when needed while encouraging growing independence and self-confidence. -
Language & Communication Growth
Toddlers experience a rapid expansion of vocabulary, begin to use simple sentences, and increasingly express their needs and feelings. We nurture this growth through constant interaction: talking, singing, rhyming, asking simple questions, and offering many simple, supportive responses. -
Social Awareness & Relationships
Children begin to engage in parallel play, show awareness of others, and start to share or take turns with support. We guide them in making friends, sharing, playing together, and using appropriate language—the beginning of a lifelong journey in social development. -
Physical Development & Coordination
Children continue to develop mobility through walking, climbing, and running, while improving fine motor skills such as stacking, using utensils, and scribbling. At Paddington Park, we support movement by providing ample time and space for active exploration.
2-3
Growing confidence
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Increasing Independence & Self-Confidence
Children start managing personal tasks like dressing, feeding, and tidying up, and begin making simple choices. At Paddington Park, we encourage independence while offering support and guidance when needed. -
Enhanced Language & Communication
Children form longer sentences, ask questions, follow simple instructions, and start to express ideas, thoughts, and feelings more clearly. We foster this through conversations, storytelling, singing, and responsive interaction. -
Developing Social & Emotional Skills
Children engage in more cooperative and imaginative play, take turns, share, and show growing awareness of others’ feelings. We support them in forming friendships, resolving minor conflicts, and understanding emotions. -
Advanced Physical & Motor Development
Gross and fine motor skills progress through climbing, running, balancing, drawing, and manipulating small objects. We provide plenty of space, activities, and opportunities to strengthen coordination, confidence, and control.
3-4
Foundations of learning
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Early Literacy & Communication
Children begin to recognize letters, develop early writing skills, and express ideas clearly in speech. At Paddington Park, we introduce “Education Starts Here” activities, supporting early writing through fun, hands-on exercises and storytelling. -
Emerging Numeracy & Problem-Solving
Children explore simple math concepts like counting, shapes, and patterns. We encourage this through playful activities, practical problem-solving tasks, and interactive games that make learning meaningful. -
Curiosity & Early Science
Children show interest in discovering how things work, exploring nature, materials, and simple experiments. We nurture this curiosity with guided exploration, sensory activities, and age-appropriate experiments. -
Social Skills & Emotional Development
Children participate in cooperative and imaginative play, manage emotions, take turns, and develop empathy. We support these skills through group activities, role-play, and guided discussions about feelings. -
Physical Development & Coordination
Gross and fine motor skills continue to advance through climbing, running, drawing, and manipulating tools or toys. At the nursery, we provide ample space, equipment, and activities to strengthen coordination, confidence, and control.
4-5
Confidently prepared for school
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Early Literacy & Writing Skills
Children read simple words, write short sentences, and communicate confidently in speech. At Paddington Park, our “Education Starts Here” program strengthens writing and reading through guided activities, storytelling, and creative exercises. -
Numeracy & Problem-Solving
Children work with numbers, shapes, patterns, and simple calculations, developing logical thinking. We provide playful math challenges, counting games, and practical problem-solving tasks to make learning engaging and meaningful. -
Scientific Exploration & Curiosity
Children explore cause and effect, nature, materials, and simple experiments, asking questions and seeking answers. We encourage curiosity through hands-on science activities, investigations, and outdoor exploration. -
Arts & Creative Development
Children express themselves through drawing, painting, music, dance, and imaginative play, developing creativity and self-expression. At the nursery, we provide rich opportunities for art, music, and role-play, nurturing creativity alongside learning. -
Social, Emotional & Cooperative Skills
Children manage emotions, show empathy, cooperate in groups, and develop leadership skills. We support social development through teamwork activities, role-play, and guided discussions, preparing children for school life. -
Physical Development & Coordination
Children refine gross and fine motor skills, including balance, coordination, drawing, and cutting. We provide ample time, space, and activities to enhance control, confidence, and overall physical readiness for school.
Growing Together Through Food
At Paddington Park, mealtimes are more than just eating - they are moments to connect, care, and explore together. From sharing meals to planting, growing, and cooking food in our fun cooking classes, we help children develop healthy habits and enjoy family-style rituals around the table.
Parents can choose between a packed lunch box or meals delivered by our trusted supplier. To keep all meals healthy and balanced, we kindly ask families to follow our Lunch Box Policy.
Arabic Language and Culture
Arabic language and culture are an important part of our main curriculum. We value and respect the rich heritage of the UAE and ensure that our children experience it every day. Through engaging lessons, songs, stories, and playtime, children explore Arabic language and culture five days a week, developing appreciation, understanding, and connection to their community.
Afternoon Time
at Paddington Park
at Paddington Park
Our main curriculum finishes at 2:00 PM, after which children can join our Afternoon Club. Here, we offer a wide range of engaging activities to support arts, sports, creative thinking, and much more—ensuring that every afternoon is full of fun, learning, and discovery.
Holiday programs
We follow British educational calendar and 15 weeks a year we offer special programs which support main curriculum and help to develop new skills and widen knowledge while playing and having the best time. Even if your child is not attending the nursery, you can still participate in our holiday programs. Leave your data and we will send you the camp programs.
Here is the Calendar for the next Academic Year 2025/26
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October 13 2025 - October 17 2025
December 8 2025 - January 5 2026
February 16 2026 - February 20 2026
March 16 2026 - March 30 2026
Here is the Calendar for the next Academic Year 2025/26:
British Early Childhood Centre
56 Chambers St, Arjan, AlBarsha South
Phone: +971 52 129 0607
Email: info@paddingtonparkdubai.com
The centre is open daily, 8 AM till 7 PM. Feel free to drop by —
we'd be happy to advise you on on any questions
Phone: +971 52 129 0607
Email: info@paddingtonparkdubai.com
The centre is open daily, 8 AM till 7 PM. Feel free to drop by —
we'd be happy to advise you on on any questions