Best nurseries in Egypt
How to find the best nursery in Egypt?
The best Nursery class and preschool will be one in which your child can Grow , and develop socially, cognitively, emotionally, physically. But there are no hard and fast rules about which ones are best, so try not to have too many preconceived ideas and explore all options so you make the right decision for you.
Is your child nursery the right one for your child?
Social skills and interaction with others are key. For some children, a pre-school is the perfect place for this; others may get plenty of opportunities for mixing and socialising with friends and at local parent/toddler groups and classes.
You may feel your child is independent enough to cope with a structured early years setting, that they would benefit from time away from you with other children, or that they are getting all they need at home.
Check out different settings – playgroups, nurseries, pre-schools, parents and tots – so you know you are making an informed decision.
Consider cost and practicalities such as timing and travel. If these pose a problem, speak to your health visitor or early years group: they may know ways to combat such difficulties.
Don’t be put off by what others say, or by your own dim, distant memories. Visit, look at the other children; can you envisage your child there?
Different types of nurseries in Egypt
Nurseries come in all shapes and sizes including tiny village nurseries, larger commercial enterprises, standalone nurseries and those attached to schools.
While some nurseries are very much an integral part of the school others, such as that at Portsmouth Grammar School, maintain their own powerful identity. When we visited PGS nursery we noted,
‘A big nursery, in spacious purpose built classrooms, with between 40-60 children and lots of staff: 15 working at a time means they are always well staffed. Trips to the beach (PGS has beach school status), yoga and dance, and a role play room which transforms into pet shop, café or realm of snow and ice, depending on the theme.’
Some, such as the nursery attached to St Christopher Junior School in Letchworth, have their own grounds:
‘Nursery has more space than usual with plenty of outside play areas – grassed, soft surfaced and a covered ‘outside classroom’ with lots of equipment clearly being well used for learning. Children seen in wellingtons in the garden as well as in wonderful fairy dressing up clothes.’
The setting alone does not determine the teaching styles – these can vary considerably too. Of Michael Hall School, a Steiner school, we say,
‘Kindergarten feels like a farmhouse kitchen, homey and calm. Earthy rather than bright colours are used in the decoration, pictures are wiped clean or taken home rather than being put up on the walls – children are encouraged to find their own level of creative play and imitate the adults with plenty of repetition and ritual’.
Choosing nursery close to home, family or work? If there is a good nursery on your doorstep, great; if not, weigh up the benefits of travelling further afield for a great setting, versus the extra effort this will require.
If you have your heart set on a particular junior school, speak to them. Find out if there are particular nurseries they recommend (and ask why). NB Admissions rules are such that attendance at any given nursery (including the school’s own) usually has no bearing on getting a place at a particular state school.
Ask for recommendations from friends and family.
If possible, speak with current parents (better still arrive at a time when other parents are around so that you can strike up a casual conversation). Do their ideas and thoughts about the nursery match your aspirations?
Always visit before accepting a place. Even if your heart is set on a particular nursery, visit several so you can get a better understanding of what they offer and a clearer idea of what will best suit your child.
The nursery environment
Some children thrive in busy purposeful environments with plenty of bustle, others prefer calm, ordered environments. Some parents firmly believe their children should be free to explore, experiment and lead their learning, others feel young children need routine, boundaries and rules.
Whatever your thoughts, when entrusting the care of your child to others, you should look to find a nursery that will:
Work with you and listen to your child.
Work from your child’s current development stage and needs, not from pre-conceived notions of what a 2, 3 or 4 year-old should do.
Seek to develop your child’s confidence.
Encourage good behaviour and cooperation.
Develop an awareness of, and sensitivity to, others and their feelings.
Be interested in the personal, social and emotional development of your child.
When to register
What is Montessori Education?
Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and the highly trained teacher offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process. Children work in groups and individually to discover and explore knowledge of the world and to develop their maximum potential.
Montessori classrooms are beautifully crafted environments designed to meet the needs of children in a specific age range. Dr. Maria Montessori discovered that experiential learning in this type of classroom led to a deeper understanding of language, mathematics, science, music, social interactions and much more. Most Montessori classrooms are secular in nature, although the Montessori educational method can be integrated successfully into a faith-based program.
Much depends on where you live, the type of pre-school you require and how difficult it is to bag a place. If you will both be working, plan ahead. Sussing out placements before you have your baby can save a lot of leg work and hassle later, when tot will be in tow. Do revisit, though – nurseries can change very quickly, especially in areas with high staff turn-over, and keep an eye on inspection reports.
Some early years provision is wonderfully flexible, operating on an almost drop-in basis, but if you are seeking out a pre-school, pre-prep or popular nursery you may have to plan well in advance, even during pregnancy. We say of the wonderfully named Ducks (Dulwich College Kindergarten), which takes babies from six months:
‘Priority throughout is given to the children of college staff and DUCKS siblings. We imagine the younger members of the college staff could keep the baby room next to filled. Given the small size, keen parents will want to register early.’
Girls move on elsewhere from DUCKS, often at 4; boys are not guaranteed a place at Dulwich College Junior School at 7, but must take the same exam as external candidates.
Shortage of places used to be a London-only concern but these days it has spread to other areas. Our Manchester editor warns against leaving things to the last minute
‘There is a forest school nursery in Manchester that is so popular you absolutely have to register during pregnancy. I know that’s been the case with nurseries in London for a long time.’
Be flexible
Don’t feel you have to stick with your initial choice. Children change and may grow out of their original nursery. Your own ideas of what you want may change too. Top tip: don’t get too het up about how well pre-school will prepare your child for certain junior schools – if they are not happy there, they are unlikely to be confident and keen to learn at the next stage, so a gentler setting may be better.
Do the hours suit you and your child?
Are they flexible about pick-up and drop off times?
Can you sign up to different hours on different days? If not, does this matter to you?
Do you have to pay a retainer (or even full fees) for holidays?
What happens if your child is ill? What happens if other children are ill?
Do you want a structured learning environment, or the more relaxed Steiner or forest school type setting? If you are unsure, visit a selection before deciding.
What about children with special needs?
A good nursery will cater for a range of children, including those with special needs. However, the type, nature and severity of your child’s special needs may determine the type of setting you want for your child; see Nurseries for special needs
And here a least of best nurseries in Cairo :
Nurseries in Dokki
British Nursery in Dokki
Our Programs and Activity
Montessori Program
Languages (English, Arabic , Math & Science )
Quran
Art and Craft
Fitness and Zumba
Music and Songs
Etiquette and ethic class
Cooking class
School interview preparation
Competitions (entertainment and educational)
After School to review their homework and have fun
Nurseries in El-Sheikh Zayed
Champs Nursery and Preschool IN El-Sheikh Zayed
Your child will improve his/ her:
– phonics
– conversation skills.
– writing, listening and reading skills.
-Simple Math
And much more fun with our summer camp program:
Role-Playing activities to enhance creativity and imagination.
Animals facts
Science experiments
Gymnastics
Telematch activities
History facts
Sensory activities
Nurseries in Maadi
About Simba English Pre-School:
Day Care & PreSchool from 3 Months – to – 6 Years
After School Activities from 6 to 12 Years
Summer Camp (June – August): 6 to 12 Years
Mid-Year (Jan – Feb): 6 to 12 Years
Administered By Full-Time Foreign Instructors
Air Conditioned Classrooms
Working Hours: Basic time from 7 am to 4 pm
Extra hours in Late duties are available till 7 pm
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Snacks
Simba English Pre-School Provide Medical Care
Activities: Music – Karate – Gymnastics – Art & Craft – Aerobics – Birthday Parties – Trips
Nurseries in Nasr City
Chez Mamy Nursery and Preschool in nasr city
Our aim : to raise our child self confident with developed educational skills ready to deal with new people and experience new activities.• Children are accepted from the age of 3 months till School age.• Summer school students.• Our working hours from 8a.m. till 4 p.m. • After school hosting till 6 p.m.• Extra working hours are also available
Educational services: English and French.• Self Development: – Ethics and Etiquette classes. – Mind Up games – Montessori – Potty Training – Reading Stories • Entertainment: – Art and Handmade crafts -Outdoor PlayGround – Swimming Pool – Birthday Parties – Monthly events ( BBQ, Fundays, Puppet shows,…)• About Food: 3 healthy meals ( Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks )• Notes: – All our classes are monitored and air conditioned – Daily reports about your child’s activity and food. – Medical Check-up every week – Parents meeting
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Nurseries in the 6th of October
Bubbles Nursery & preschool in 6th October
If you needs a distinguished nursery with its curricula and modern educational methods
we are here BubblesNursery & preschool
Now After_school program is available to do homework
Accept kids from 3 months to 5 years
Our Programs and Activity
Montessori Program
Languages (English, Arabic , Math & Science )
Quran
Art and Craft
Fitness and Zumba
Music and Songs
Etiquette and ethic class
Cooking class
School interview preparation
Competitions (entertainment and educational)
Nurseries in Hadayek Al Ahram
Florida International Nursery & Preschool in Hadayek Al Ahram
Hello mommy’s
Confused and looking for the best nursery for your child
Looking at an excellent academic level
It’s too easy for you
Because everything you are looking for is here in
Florida international Nursery
We as a team, our first mission is here, your child’s happiness
And this is part of our program for your child
Pre-school grooming the child by way
Information on the highest level
Weekly activities and DIY art
Materials and skills gained by the child here
Arabic language in the way of Nour Al-Bayan
Math
English
Quran Kareem and it has a religious subject
Education in a practical way
Developing your child’s intelligence and skills
Location monitoring with cameras
Skillful toys for kids
I’m staying for After school
Teaching special materials for all stages. Your child will come and finish home work and play and also tomorrow’s meal
Entertainment parties
If you want to establish your child right, join the team
Florida international Nursery
We are your second home
Nurseries in Heliopolis
Lads & Lasses Nursery in Heliopolis
Kicking off the list is Lads n’ Lasses Nursery in Heliopolis. This brilliant nursery scored full marks in almost all our assessment criteria. The nursery is filled with colors and artwork – much of it made by the children themselves. Granted, it is not as posh or as big as some of the newer nurseries popping up around town but it is the friendliest, warmest nursery we came across. The nursery is superbly maintained and constantly updated. The toys and furniture are made from the highest quality materials including natural wood and recycled plastic. They have succeeded in creating a stimulating environment that is ideal for the child’s creative development. The impressive environment has an equally impressive staff too. The teachers are well trained and qualified. They know how to deliver a unique and tested play-based curriculum that focuses on literature, and is designed to help develop the children’s language skills. Perhaps one of our favorite aspects of this nursery is their one-on-one approach. They go to great lengths to give each child the attention they deserve because they understand that each child is a unique individual. In fact, it is a breath of fresh air to find a nursery that applies the concept of individuality as much as they promote it. We also noticed that they have an extensive collection of imported books that we have not come across in other nurseries. We loved the way the teachers extracted the morals of each story in a way the children can understand. 93% of the parents we surveyed were “extremely satisfied” with the development of their child since joining – the highest of all nurseries in Egypt! Concerning the food, meals are 100% organic, balanced and locally sourced, full safety precautions are strictly enforced and the nursery is sanitized far better than other nurseries in Egypt. Overall, we were blown away with Lads n’ Lasses Nursery. This is a shining example of what a nursery should be.
Nurseries in Mohandseen
umble Bee Nursery & Pre-School in Mohandseen
Where you deserve to be… Bumble Bee is an international nursery situated in Mohandessin and sheikh zayed which provides a cozy atmosphere allowing our kids to be attached to their teachers and have healthy relationships with their peers.
*We accept kids from the age of 3 months up to 5 years old.
*Organic breakfast, lunch& snack meals
*English , German & French sections
*International montessori educational activities
*Art ,Quran , aerobics & Music
*Pretend and sand areas
*Monthly field & educational trips
*working hours : 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
*late services to 5:30 pm
*Doctor(one visit per week
Nurseries in Mokattam
Little Dream Nursery in Mokattam
Mission
At Little Dream Nursery
We are dedicated to provide our children with a safe and structured environment , designed to meet the individual needs of people through our interesting programs ( indoor and out door )
Nurseries in New Cairo
little Hearts Nursery & Preschool in New Cairo
about Little Hearts Nursery:
International Education System Languages: Arabic – English – French
Age: from 3 Months – to – School Age
Working Hours: Basic time from 8 am to 4 pm
Extra hours in Late duties are available till 6 pm
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Snacks
Summer School
Swimming Pool
Art and Crafts
Music – Cooking
Afternoon Children Care
Physical Education
Medical Care
Transportation Available
Nurseries in Haram and Faisal
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