Providing Optimal Guidance
At Each Stage Of Development
To ensure Odyssey children grow to their full potential, we created a personalised approach for each stage of early development.

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

Babies 3 - 12 Months
first experiences
That shape their future

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.

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Development through
Discovery and sensory play

Toddlers learn best through hands-on experiences. Our monthly themed activities target each developmental domain, providing them with the confidence they need to grow both cognitively and socially.

Our treasure sensory baskets help children refine their tactile senses and coordination. Infants have the freedom to explore different everyday items like bubble wrap, aluminum foil, newspaper, sponges, soft and hard wooden items. This is crucial for maximising brain connections and overall development.

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Building independence & confidence

Age 2-3 is when children start to explore on their own and build self-reliance. At this stage, cultivating self-esteem is a vital ingredient in their development.

Our approach supports and nurtures independence by giving children the freedom to try out their own ideas & find their unique abilities.

Through independent investigation and child-directed activities, our children develop skills and knowledge in areas such as early literacy, mathematics, science, languages, communication, and social skills.

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Getting ready for School

Our highly-qualified and experienced teachers help make the transition from nursery to school as natural as possible. By following the Washington State Early Learning Developmental Benchmarks, we encourage the social, cognitive, physical, emotional and spiritual development of each child.

Children are encouraged to learn at their own pace, which builds independence and, most importantly, a lifelong love for learning and knowledge.

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A Smooth Entry to School

To ensure a better and more calm transition from nursery to school, we encourage parents to allow their children to stay in their familiar nursery environment while they start their first year of school.

Your child will receive personalised attention in small class sizes, ensuring their steady progress. There is also a French immersion programme available at the Umm Suqeim Odyssey branch, where classes will align with the French curriculum.

This age group is applicable to Dubai branches only

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Reggio Emilia Approach

Reggio philosophy and belief is that all children are born with unique competences, interests and knowledge. This is why children should have the control over the direction of their learning, be able to have endless ways and opportunities to express themselves, have a relationship with other children, and be able to learn through experiences of touching, moving, listening, and observing.

The 5 key elements of the Reggio Emilia approach:

  • Children’s learning is based on their interests.
  • Teachers and parents are co-learners in the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education.
  • The classroom environment is a "third teacher".
  • Children’s learning progress is documented.
  • Teachers focus on the many ways kids learn, because children "speak 100 languages".
Trilingual Nursery

There are many developmental benefits to learning multiple languages at an early age, such as improved executive functioning skills, the ability to think flexibly, demonstrate self-control, focus attention, and tune out distractions. Research has found that bilingual children have better working memory than children who speak only one language.

Children learning a second language or two languages simultaneously will often "code switch" or use both languages in the same sentence. It is not evidence of a problem in the language-learning process. Instead, this shows that children understand the grammatical rules of both languages. Children typically use this strategy to clarify their meaning in a grammatically correct manner.

Odyssey Nursery Dubai and Odyssey Nursery Abu Dhabi are currently offering French and Arabic as a second language in classrooms with English as a main language, as well as only French language classrooms. Since our French classrooms have been very successful and popular, we have decided to offer also Spanish language in Odyssey Nursery Jumeirah. UAE is a country where people from all around the world meet and knowing more than one language will help children to become a successful member of any community.

Washington State Early-Learning and Development Benchmarks

It is without a doubt that the early years are the most extraordinary period of growth and development in a child’s life. In the early years children totally depend on adults, and now we know how important adults are and what difference can they make in children's’ lives.

Structure and Content of the Benchmarks

+ Physical Well-Being, Health, and Motor Development
The domain covers children’s physical health and ability to engage in daily activities.

+ Social and Emotional Development
This domain addresses the emotional competence and ability to form positive relationships that give meaning to children’s experiences in the home, school, and larger community.

+ Approaches Toward Learning
This domain refers to to a child’s disposition, rather than skill for learning.

+ Cognition and General Knowledge
The domain includes children’s ability to understand and think about the physical and social worlds. The focus is mainly on the logic, mathematical knowledge, knowledge of social conventions and appreciation of arts and the world around them.

+ Language, Literacy and Communication
This domain covers the understanding and use of language, emerging reading and writing skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Daily Updates Sent To Your Phone

Through the Educore app, we update you daily with photos and reports of your child’s growth, and development, all direct to your phone with images & stories.

Our team has a direct relationship with you, providing daily updates so you are always in-the-know.

Odyssey parents often tell us how excited they are to check the reports on their phones each day, eager to see their children's growth. We are your trusted partner and we value that responsibility.

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Odyssey Jumeirah
Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Stunning indoor and outdoor spaces

Odyssey Nurseries offer to the little ones secure, loving and stimulating environment in cosy premises in prime locations, Odyssey is a place where happiness is organic.

By incorporating Reggio Emilia approach, we try to use material we find outside in the nature and get creative! We reuse and upcycle and use our imagination and creativity while helping the environment!

Nurse and on-site clinic

The Nurse will visit each room daily and will be available to discuss and review any issues pertaining to sick or unwell children and any accidents/injuries sustained in the last 24 hours. In addition, the nurse plays an integral role in partnership with the practitioners to ensure your child comes to nursery in good health and during the day and at pick up remains healthy and safe.

The primary role of the Nursery Nurse and clinic:

+ To provide emergency or first aid care to sick or injured children by the Nurse.
+ Administer nursing care appropriate to the identified needs of the children.
+ To assist the doctor in conducting medical examinations for all children.
+ Inform parents of any illness outbreaks at the Nursery,
+ Implement health and safety policies throughout the Nursery.
+ Maintain medical information for all children.
+ Maintain and submit required records and reports as required by the Ministry of Health.

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