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Best British Schools in Dubai: Curriculum, KHDA Ratings & Parent Reviews
British curriculum schools continue to be one of the most sought-after education choices in Dubai. The structure is familiar, the academic pathway is clearly defined, and qualifications such as GCSEs and A-Levels enjoy strong global recognition from universities and employers alike. For relocating families or those seeking an internationally portable education pathway, the British system […]
Top 10 Best Schools in Dubai for 2025: A Parent’s Guide
Choosing a school is one of the most consequential decisions a parent makes. It shapes how children think, relate to others, socialise and adapt to change. In Dubai’s fast-evolving education market, this decision can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Parents can choose from world-class curricula, diverse teaching philosophies, and schools that range from traditional to […]
Top 7 Schools in Dubai Focused on Creativity & Innovation
Creativity and innovation are essential for navigating complexity, uncertainty, and rapid change. Today, children need to think laterally, question assumptions, and design solutions – not just memorise answers. Dubai’s education ecosystem has evolved quickly in response. With a diverse population and a future-focused vision, schools across the city are experimenting with progressive curricula, interdisciplinary learning, […]
6 Entrepreneurial Traits Children Develop in School
Classrooms are no longer just places to absorb information. In well-designed learning environments, they function as testing grounds where children practice thinking, experimenting, collaborating, and adapting skills that lie at the heart of entrepreneurship. Early exposure to entrepreneurial traits builds more than startup skills. It creates confident, adaptable learners who handle uncertainty, self-direct their learning […]
7 Inspiring Examples of How Kids Turned Ideas Into Real Projects
Children are natural innovators. Give them space, support, and the freedom to explore, and ideas begin to bloom. Their curiosity is relentless, their creativity unfiltered, and their willingness to experiment often exceeds that of most adults. A fascinating insight published in Science notes that young children ask an average of 300–400 questions, a key indicator […]
5 Key Reasons Why Qualified Level 5 Mentors Matter in a Nursery Setting
The early years form the foundation of a child’s learning, well-being, and confidence. Research shows 90% of brain development occurs before age five, making this a period of one intense growth. What children experience in nursery, who guides them, how they are supported, and the environment, shape their future approach to learning. This is why […]
Why Citizens Nursery’s Exploratory & Sensory Environment Matters
A child’s understanding of the world begins long before words. It starts with what they can touch, see, smell, hear, and move. The feel of sand slipping through their fingers, the sound of water trickling, the colours in the sky at the end of the day. These simple experiences shape how children make sense of […]
Entrepreneurship in Education: Building Future-Ready Learners at Citizens School
Artificial intelligence, automation, and climate-driven cataclysms are transforming the way people learn, work, and build their careers. The World Economic Forum predicts that nearly half of today’s core job skills will change by 2030. In such a fast-moving landscape, success depends less on what we know and more on how we think, adapt and innovate. […]
How Outdoor Play Shapes Early Learning at Citizens Nursery
Did you know that early childhood experts recommend at least three hours of outdoor play every day for young children? Research shows that children learn best when they move freely, explore openly, and engage their senses. Outdoor play in early years isn’t a break from learning; it is the learning. At Citizens Nursery, this understanding […]
