We recognise that the transition from home to nursery is a big step in every child’s and parent’s life and so we strive to ensure that there is little disruption or anxiety involved. For many children, starting nursery may be their first experience of life outside their immediate circle of family and friends and their first encounter with other children who might have different experiences and expectations. Sharing nursery staff with other children and the inability to articulate their emotions may be a little difficult to grasp.

We endeavour to provide the best care possible for our children and assurance to their parents that their child is in good hands. Staff at FIN supports children and their key family members through this transition by keeping children at the heart of policies and procedures and offering a gradual settling-in programme.

Once a child is registered, we organise a settling session, during which you and your child can meet the teaching team.
There are various activities set out for the child to experience, thus making it an enjoyable and happy visit. Children can explore their new environment and interact with teachers in the presence of a parent, which ensures that they can do so with a sense of security.

It is a good opportunity for the FIN team to get to know your child through direct play interactions, and also through you. We will discuss about your child’s routines, likes and dislikes and any other information you deem to be vital. This will help staff to make the transition period as smooth as possible for your child and their future experiences at FIN as pleasant as possible.

We will also share what you and your child can expect when s/he first starts nursery. Basic routines and expectations are discussed, as well as specific information about the programme for the age group your child will attend.

There are various activities set out for the child to experience, thus making it an enjoyable and happy visit. Children can explore their new environment and interact with teachers in the presence of a parent, which ensures that they can do so with a sense of security.

During the first few days of attendance, the day is shortened to a maximum of two hours, to make the settling process easier for the child. The teaching team will be in touch with each family to ensure a smooth transition process for their child.

FIN offers a safe and stimulating early years education experience for children aged 1 month and above. In accordance with the Ministry of Education regulations, the cut-off date for admission to the KG group is 31st December; this means that children entering KG must be four years of age before 31st December of the academic year.

To apply for admission to FIN, parents will need to submit a completed and signed application form together with a non-refundable registration fee of AED 500 for the application to be processed. They will also need to provide the following:

• (1) Copy of Birth Certificate
• Fathers’ Emirates ID
• Child’s Emirates ID
• UAE Family Book (Emiratis only)
• (9) colour Passport Photos (pls. write the name at the back)
• (1) Child’s Passport Copy
• (1) Copy of Child’s UAE Residence Visa (included in child’s passport)
• (1) Copy of Sponsor’s / Father’s Passport Copy
• (1) Copy of Sponsor’s UAE Residence Visa (included in passport)
• Company Letter (if visa under process)
• Copy of Updated Immunisation / Vaccination Records