Step by Step Montessori Nursery
Umm Suqeim
A Montessori Home Away From Home
We believe in holistic child development through high quality interactions with experienced educators in beautifully prepared environments designed to inspire purposeful learning.
As a Montessori-inspired nursery integrating the EYFS framework, we don’t just make learning enjoyable, we empower children to become confident, independent thinkers from the very start.
Our programs nurture each child’s natural curiosity and love of discovery, guiding them to build strong foundations for lifelong learning through hands-on exploration.
At Step by Step Montessori Nursery, we make the early years their best years by fostering Independence, Curiosity, Confidence, Creativity, and Critical Thinking.
Qualified Early Years Educators
We employ highly qualified teachers who create a fun and engaging learning experience.
Our certification requirements are CACHE level 5 for Managers and CACHE level 3 for Teachers at a minimum.
Many of our teachers also have degrees in Education and Teaching as well as Social Sciences and the Arts.
We also offer approximately 40 hours per year of Continuous Professional Development training for staff at every level.
Active Learning, Enabling Environments
We believe in active learning that allows children to explore, investigate, and understand key concepts through direct experience.
In our Montessori environments, children are free to choose activities that match their interests and developmental stage, encouraging concentration, intrinsic motivation, and self-discipline.
Physical movement and practical life activities are essential for building coordination, cognitive growth, and self-reliance.
Beautifully structured classrooms and carefully curated learning materials enable children to develop problem-solving skills, practice collaboration, and gain confidence in their abilities.
Our variety of learning areas invites children to learn through trial and error, engage in real-life scenarios, and connect ideas across different experiences.
Parent Reviews
Environment is warm and welcoming, safe and stimulating.
Perfect location for many schools.
Outdoor area and classrooms are clean and well presented with lovely resources.
Staff are friendly and polite.
Manager was happy to answer all my questions openly, and is very knowledgeable , always open to offering support and advice.
Bright and welcoming classrooms with spaces that are well resourced with attention to detail on the UK curriculum.
Management and staff were warm and welcoming and alwsys happy to anser questions.
Cannot recommend this nursery enough.
Great location close to some of the premium schools.
Home from home atmosphere, with wonderful staff, that provides a wonderful environment for all children to develop through play.
I cannot praise the staff enough here!
Nursery Facilities
Active, Inspiring Learning Areas
Classrooms
Our classrooms equipped with authentic Montessori materials that guide hands-on exploration and independent learning
Montessori Room
A dedicated space where children can choose activities to build practical life skills, early maths, language & sensorial understanding
Gym
The gym is where our dedicated music and movement teachers promoting movement, balance, and physical confidence
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Sustainable Outdoor Spaces
Sustainable Outdoor Spaces
We have a safe, calm environment for children to play, learn, and develop an understanding of the world around them.
Climbing walls and balance beams support gross motor skills development while our sensory gardens and water play areas support early language development
We have a safe, calm environment for children to play, learn, and develop an understanding of the world around them.
Climbing walls and balance beams support gross motor skills development while our sensory gardens and water play areas support early language development.
An Outstanding Health & Safety Record
We adhere to both the UAE National Childcare Standards and the UK Welfare Standards. Our dedicated housekeepers clean and sanitise the rooms and equipment all day everyday. In addition, we employ the following safety and security measures:
24/7 CCTV Surveillance
Our premises are continuously monitored by a state-of-the-art CCTV system with a direct feed from the common areas into the Nursery Manager’s office.
Accessibility
Visitors can only gain access to the nursery via a secure entry system. Before being granted access, credentials are checked and government issued identification documents are requested.
Fire Safety
We have installed advanced fire alarm systems and conduct regular fire drills to prepare our staff and children for emergencies.
First Aid
All staff are Paediatric First Aid trained and are regularly updated on the current procedures for handling incidents and injuries.
Our address
Umm Suqeim
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Karen Hollas
What kids love: The Eco-garden
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Umm Suqeim
Villa 19A – 19B 25th St – Al Manara – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 04 346 1582
Nursery Manager: Karen Hollas
Telephone Number: 04 346 1582
Jumeirah
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Corinne Glauser
What kids love: The Dance Studio
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Jumeirah Villa 31 13th St – Jumeirah – Al Safa 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 050 8780 389
Nursery Manager: Corinne Glauser
Telephone Number: 050 8780 389
Mirdif
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Maya Jawhar
What kids love: The Project Room
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Mirdif
Villa N57+N58, Shorooq Mirdif, 92537 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 04 454 2082
Telephone Number: 04 454 2082
Dubailand
20 mins away from destination
Nursery Manager: Tiffany Huxley
What kids love: The Outdoor Playground
Address: Step By Step Nursery – Dubailand
Villa H 48 & H 50 Layan Community – Al Qudra Rd – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Telephone Number: 04 447 3445
Telephone Number: 04 447 3445
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