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Little Sprouts ELC is strategically located in International City, Dubai, our campus is spacious, airy and conducive to a growing child’s needs. We follow the British Curriculum (EYFS), and Howard Gardner theory of multiple intelligence. We enroll children from 2-6 years of age. At Little Sprouts ELC, you can be assured of a safe and positive environment that fosters your child’s learning.
Diversity at Little Sprouts ELC

Here at Little Sprouts ELC, we cater for diversity, through use different approaches, practices, and policies that create an inclusive and respectful environment for all children. Here are some ways our nursery school has cater for diversity:

Inclusive Curriculum

Our nursery school offers a curriculum that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all children. This includes books, songs, and activities that represent various cultures, languages, and traditions, ensuring that children see themselves and others represented in their learning materials.

Celebrating Cultural Events

We celebrate a variety of cultural festivals and holidays, exposing children to different customs and traditions. This can include celebrating Diwali, Chinese New Year, Eid, Christmas, Hanukkah, and other important cultural events, helping children learn about and appreciate diversity in a fun and meaningful way.

Multilingual Support

Our school has children from diverse linguistic backgrounds, so we offer multilingual support or provide materials in different languages. We encourage the learning of basic phrases in different languages to help children develop an appreciation for linguistic diversity. We offer Chinese and Arabic lessons.

Diverse Teaching Staff

Your teaching staff may represent a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, providing children with role models who reflect different perspectives. This diversity in staff allows for a broader range of experiences and insights to be shared with the children.

Anti-Bias Education

Little Sprouts ELC actively teach children about respect, kindness, and empathy, focusing on eliminating stereotypes and biases. Anti-bias education encourages children to appreciate differences, promoting an understanding that all people, regardless of their background, are equal and valuable.

Inclusive Activities

At Little Sprouts ELC, offers activities that cater to different abilities and needs. Whether it’s through sensory play, visual aids, or individualized support, your school ensures that every child can participate, learn, and grow at their own pace, regardless of physical or developmental differences.

Respecting Family Diversity

Our nursery recognizes and respects the diversity of family structures. Whether children come from single-parent families, blended families, or extended family households, all family forms are welcomed and respected, and children feel supported in expressing their family identity

Differentiated Instruction

Teachers differentiate lessons and activities to meet the varied learning styles and needs of each child, whether they are more visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners. This ensures that every child is included and able to learn in a way that works best for them.

Promoting Positive Relationships

Our nursery school fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and inclusivity, where children are encouraged to form friendships with others who might be different from them. This is achieved through group activities, cooperative play, and social-emotional learning programs.

Providing Support for Children with Special Needs

Our school offers additional support for children with special educational needs (SEN), through specialized teaching assistants, tailored learning programs, or partnerships with external therapists. This ensures all children, regardless of ability, receive the care and education they need to thrive.

Parental Engagement

At Little Sprouts ELC, encourage a strong partnership with parents from diverse backgrounds, offering opportunities for them to share their traditions, languages, and experiences with the school community. Parent engagement can be through multicultural workshops, sharing cultural foods, or presenting stories and experiences to the children.

Equitable Resources

We ensures that toys, learning materials, and books represent a wide variety of cultures, races, and abilities. Materials that reflect diversity allow children to see the world from multiple perspectives and encourage a sense of belonging for everyone.

Celebrating Individual Differences

Our school values and acknowledges the uniqueness of each child, ensuring that every child feels seen and heard. Whether it’s celebrating different learning styles, abilities, or personality traits, the focus is on creating an environment where every child’s individual differences are celebrated.

Sustainability

We are dedicated to preserving the planet for generations to come. We educate our nurseries and our community to be as green-minded as possible. Our goal is to reach net zero by 2030 Green LEYF is what we call our sustainability approach, which is driving holistic and transformational practice and understanding that motivates and empowers children, colleagues and parents.

A Better Future for our Planet

Our ambition is to be the Sector-Leading Sustainability Organisation – weaving our pioneering approach to sustainability throughout the entire organisation, while working in partnership with the sector to lead and amplify best practice.

Our Vision

Little Sprouts Early Learning Centre is where each child will have the opportunity of self- expression and where each child is an individual, where the cultural differences and the uniqueness of each child is recognised and respected. With commitment and affection, we aim to develop a love for learning within the children so that they are able to become lifelong achievers.

Our Mission

The ELC will offer developmentally appropriate and stimulating programmes to bring out a child’s innate love for learning, to encourage their curiosity and to awaken their creativity. We at Little Sprouts strive to deepen a child’s understanding and commitment to spiritual values such as kindness, mutual respect and co-operation. At the same time providing affordable childcare and education solutions to working and non-working parents alike.

Why Choose Us?

When choosing a nursery school, parents typically look for specific qualities and advantages that ensure their child’s development in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Here are some compelling reasons why parents must choose our nursery school.

Experienced and Caring Staff

Little Sprouts ELC employs qualified, experienced teachers and caregivers who are passionate about early childhood education and creating a warm, supportive atmosphere.

Strong Educational Foundation
We offer a curriculum that blends fun and learning, helping children develop important cognitive, social, and emotional skills. The curriculum is age-appropriate and fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
Play-Based Learning

Our nursery school offers a variety of hands-on, interactive activities that encourage imagination, exploration, and problem-solving.

Flexible Schedules and Programs
We offer flexible hours and  programs that cater to different family needs, whether parents require part-time, full-time, or extended care options.
Diverse and Inclusive Environment
Our nursery school values diversity and inclusivity, celebrating differences and fostering an environment where all children feel respected and valued.
Enrichment Activities
We offer extracurricular programs such as music, art, or outdoor play, that enriches children’s educational experience and helps them explore new interests and talents.
Focus on Emotional Well-Being
Our school is dedicated to supporting children’s emotional development, teaching them how to manage emotions, build self-confidence, and develop resilience.
Safe and Secure Environment

A top priority is the safety and well-being of the children. Our nursery school provides a secure, child-friendly environment with safety protocols, secure entry points, and childproofed spaces.

Individualized Attention
Our staff take the time to understand each child’s unique needs, learning style, and developmental stage, ensuring that every child receives personalized attention and support.
Positive Socialization Opportunities

In our nursery children have the chance to interact with peers, build friendships, and develop important social skills like sharing, communication, and cooperation.

Parent Involvement and Communication
We  keep parents informed about their child’s progress with regular updates, parent-teacher meetings, and opportunities for parental involvement in school activities and events through different platforms, like our parent app, ILLUMINE
Great Reputation and Positive Reviews
Our school has a strong reputation in the community, with positive feedback from current and past parents, we are commitmented to excellence in early childhood education.
Convenient Location
At Little Sprouts ELC is conveniently located for busy families, making it easy for parents to drop off and pick up their children without hassle.
Skills and Experience
Communication and Language85%
Physical Development88%
Mathematics80%
Expressive Arts and Design76%
Personal, Social and Emotional Development90%
Literacy86%
Understanding the World75%
We accept admission of children throughout the year
subject to availability of space in the nursery
Meet Our Team
MS. HANNAH MUTSENHU
NURSERY MANAGER
“My priority as a Nursery Manager is to ensure that Little Sprouts ELC, continues to enable all children to succeed and reach their full potential in their academic, creative, personal, physical, moral and spiritual development.”

MS. GRACE SANDERS
YEAR 1 LEAD TEACHER
“Christine Gregoire says, ‘Education is the foundation upon which we build our future’. I try to remember this every day in the classroom. Foundation stage is the critical launching point for these young learners, and it’s my responsibility to give them a positive experience with a wide rage of knowledge, skills and tasks.”
MS. TAMIAH CHITSAKA
LEAD TEACHER FS2
“The Future of our society rests in the small hands in my classroom. It’s my profound honor to help shape those indivituals into the capable, confident and well-prepared leaders of tomorrow. The skills I teach in the classroom can help my students become the people they’re meant to be.”
MS. ASSIA
ARABIC TEACHER
“My teaching philosophy focuses on developing tomorrow’s generation by involves introducing every child to the tools they require to establish their own learning style. Because of how important Arabic is in our world, I incorporate Arabic, and modern technology whenever possible in the classroom while still leaving plenty of room to celebrate the students’ imaginations with specialized activities and hands-on experiences. Giving every child an opportunity to learn Arabic is my first priority.
MS. AREEBA WASEEM
LEAD TEACHER FS1
“My focus is on helping each child unlock their full potential through dedicated training in reading and writing. Every discipline, passion and career require these skills, and the earlier students master them, the greater their potential for future success. “
MS. LISA
CHINESE TEACHER
“My philosophy of education is that all children are unique and must have a stimulating educational environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. It is my desire to create this type of atmosphere where students can meet their full potential. I will provide a safe environment where students are invited to share their ideas and take risks”