How much do nurseries cost in Dubai?

Dubai nursery fees typically range from about AED 20,000 per year for part-time morning sessions to around AED 85,000 for full-time premium programmes. Most families with full-time attendance pay AED 35,000 to AED 65,000 annually in tuition alone. Meals, nappies, trips and enrichment are usually charged on top.

What extras are not included in nursery tuition?

Published tuition often excludes meals and snacks, nappies or toiletries, enrichment clubs (swim, music, languages), transport and sometimes trips. Registration deposits are commonly non-refundable and paid upfront. Always request the full fee schedule before signing.

Are Dubai nursery fees regulated by KHDA?

KHDA licenses and inspects private nurseries in Dubai and publishes inspection ratings. Fee transparency and increases are subject to KHDA oversight for licensed providers, but extras and enrichment charges still vary widely by nursery — which is why the calculator separates tuition from optional add-ons.

When should I register for a Dubai nursery?

Outstanding-rated and popular nurseries often fill 3–6 months ahead. For September intake, many parents enquire by spring. Siblings of existing children usually receive priority. You will need the child's passport, birth certificate, vaccination record and — once resident — Emirates ID.

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Published tuition is only the start. Estimate annual and monthly costs by days, session and tier — then add meals, nappies, enrichment and transport.

Quick answer

Most Dubai families with full-time nursery attendance pay roughly AED 35,000–65,000 per child per year in tuition alone. Part-time morning programmes can start near AED 20,000; premium full-day programmes reach about AED 85,000. Meals, nappies, trips and enrichment are usually charged on top — ask for the full fee schedule before you sign.

Your programme

Days per week

Session

Fee tier

Children in nursery

Likely extras

Meals and snacksNappies / toiletriesEnrichment activitiesNursery transport

Estimated cost

Per child, then household total

Tuition (estimate)

Market band for your selections

AED 58,000

Registration / deposit (amortised year 1)

Often non-refundable; paid upfront at enrolment

AED 2,500

Meals and snacks

Not always included in published tuition

AED 4,500

Nappies / toiletries

Common surcharge for under-3s

AED 2,000

True annual cost / child

AED 67,000

Household annual

1 child · ~AED 5,583/mo

AED 67,000

Compare against KHDA-licensed listings on the nurseries directory.

Ask for the full fee schedule — not just the website headline.
Registration deposits are often non-refundable.
Outstanding-rated nurseries fill 3–6 months ahead.

Sources

Reviewed by the DubaiExpatHub editorial team — last checked 12 September 2026.

Planning estimates only

Figures are planning bands based on published market ranges for KHDA-licensed Dubai nurseries. Actual fees vary by campus and contract. Confirm every line item with the nursery before committing. For informational purposes only — does not constitute professional advice.

For informational purposes only — does not constitute professional advice.

Reviewed by the DubaiExpatHub editorial team on 12 September 2026.Ask Rafi a follow-up

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