Public Nurseries Project to see Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge open 10 nurseries over 2 years across Abu Dhabi emirate

Public Nurseries Project to see Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge open 10 nurseries over 2 years across Abu Dhabi emirate

10 new public nurseries with a capacity of 4,000 seats to be launched over two years New nurseries will enhance access to early education services in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: In a new major step to enhance Emirati students’ access to quality early learning services, Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has unveiled its plans to launch 10 new public nurseries over two years with a total capacity of over 4,000 seats as part of its Public Nurseries Project, which was approved by the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. Registration for the first intake opens in October 2023 to accommodate 2,000 Emirati students aged between three months to four years, with priority given to children of families benefiting from social support. "Establishing 4,000 nursery seats is more than just an educational initiative - it's a strategic investment that will positively affect Emirati families and our workforce. By significantly improving access to early education, we're providing families with new opportunities, potentially altering their economic pathways, and relieving the burden of childcare, allowing them to fully participate in and contribute to our economy,” said Her Excellency Sara Musallam, Minister of State for Early Education, Chairman of the Federal