Welcome to a world where every grain of sand holds a world of wonder, exploration, and imagination. Today, we invite you to join us on an exciting journey into the magical realm of sand play. At our nursery, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to engage with the natural world in meaningful ways. Through the gentle touch of sand play, children begin a sensory-rich adventure that stimulates their curiosity, nurtures their creativity, and fosters holistic development. So, grab your buckets and spades, because the sand pit awaits! The Power of Sand Sand play provides children wit ..read more

Introduction All mums and dads can agree that bedtime can either be a soothing journey to dreamland or a battle of wills between tired parents and wired toddlers. If you find yourself in the latter category, fret not! We’re here to guide you through creating and maintaining a bedtime routine that’ll have your little one drifting off peacefully, night after night. Finding the ‘Goldilocks Bedtime’: Not Too Early, Not Too Late Finding the perfect bedtime for your toddler feels like striking gold. Too early, and you’ll face resistance; too late, and you’ll deal with a cranky wake-up call. Aim for ..read more

★ View the full image gallery from this event ★ Connection is Key At our core, humans are wired to thrive within communities and find fulfillment in our connections with others. From the earliest days of humanity we have sought companionship, forming tribes and villages to share resources, protect one another, and celebrate life’s joys together. A Sense of Belonging In today’s fast-paced world, this primal urge remains deeply ingrained within us: we all desire to belong, to be understood, and to share our journey with others. A sense of belonging is a vital ingredient in a child’s world, and ..read more

★ View our quote of the week for Children’s Mental Health ★ Mental Health Matters In KKN, we appreciate the profound interconnectedness of a child’s emotional well-being with their learning environment. The Classroom is a Garden Just as each element in nature contributes to the harmony of ecosystems, our approach to education emphasises the importance of a harmonious atmosphere in which all children can flourish emotionally. The classroom, just like a beautiful garden, provides the fertile ground where the seeds of mental resilience and emotional intelligence are sown. Through purposeful acti ..read more

Celebrating The Magic of Movement We had the most spectacular time at our KKN Sports Day ’24! Active children are happy children, and we’re sure all of our little Kangaroo’s agree after that awesome event. Active Children are Happy Children From the moment the day began till the last family left, the energy and excitement surging through our nursery was undeniable. These events are centred around active learning and celebrating our little Kangaroo’s, but the value extends to us adults too. It’s days like these that allow us to step into our children’s world and freely play with no expectation ..read more

In a world often dominated by weather forecasts and scientific details, the simple joy of stepping outside and experiencing the natural elements can be overshadowed. While we may not be meteorologists in our Dubai Nursery, we are curious adventurers, eager to explore the wonders of weather with our little ones. Let’s delve into the rich experiences that weather offers, going beyond forecasts and embracing every element of our natural environment. The Emotional Weather Narrative Our emotional narratives around weather play a pivotal role in shaping how we perceive different types of days and s ..read more

If you’re asked what the weather is doing, do you respond with a description, or an emotion? For example, is a rainy day ??? weather, or is it ??? weather? Our emotional narratives around weather cause us to hide away from so many different types of days and seasons; we find ourselves wishing away winters and flying out in search of ???? weather. Being prepared to go out each day and shake the hand of any type of weather is the first step to reclaiming our natural connection with the environment. Children will only truly grasp the essence of weather when they ?????????? weather. As adults, it ..read more

Date: 28th February, 2024 Time: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Audience: Moms with children under 5 years old In our fast-paced world, navigating the role of motherhood is both challenging and incredibly valuable. Mirna Bolmanac, the Founder of One Way to Harmony, understands the difficulties mothers face today. The well-being of moms is often impacted by high social expectations and the overwhelming influx of advice on achieving the elusive title of the ‘perfect mom‘. Mirna is extending an invitation to engage in an open conversation focused on preventing mom burnout. This insightful discussion will delve ..read more

“?????’? ????? ?? ??????? ????? ??? ??? ?????? ???? ??? ??.” –??? ??????? Life’s too short to be serious all the time, sometimes you just have to throw on some mismatched clothes and embrace the silliness. We laughed until our tummies hurt during Clashing Clothes Day! A huge shout-out goes to our amazing teachers and little Kangaroo’s who flaunted their most vibrant mismatched ensembles to create a colourful spectacle that we will never forget. Click here to see some pictures from Clashing Clothes Day ..read more

Let’s talk about a very important part of every child’s journey through the early years – teaching responsibility Teaching children ways in which they can take more responsibility is all about giving them a peek into the real world, and letting them be a part of something meaningful. Children are like little sponges, constantly observing the world around them and gaining an understanding of how things work. They see adults going about their daily to-do’s and are eager to be involved in what they see the grown-ups doing. That eagerness is like a spark waiting to catch fire. But here’s the thing ..read more