
Villa 17 - Rumiah Street - Umm Suqeim Third - Umm Suqeim 3 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Masterminds Early Learning Center in Dubai offers a unique educational approach for children aged 15 months to 6 years. Founded in 2015, the center was inspired by 60 years of leading-edge research in child development, incorporating insights from Nobel Prize winners and a collaboration with the Wharton Neuroscience Initiative at the University of Pennsylvania. Their curriculum is designed to nurture intellectual, physical, and social excellence through joyous learning, aiming to cultivate foundational neural pathways for literacy, logic, and lifelong intellectual curiosity. The center boasts a bespoke campus themed after figures like Van Gogh and Shakespeare, featuring purpose-designed early years facilities including a swimming pool, multi-purpose sports field, indoor and outdoor play areas, a library, music rooms, and a gymnasium. Children receive personalized attention in small learning groups of 3 to 6, benefiting from daily English, Arabic, and French language immersion, along with integrated enrichment programs such as swimming, gymnastics, and Suzuki violin lessons. The curriculum also includes comprehensive Mathematics and English Knowledge programs, ensuring children can read fluently, do maths, and have exceptional knowledge by the age of six. Masterminds is recognized as a leader in childhood development, committed to continuous professional training for its diverse team of highly trained, specialist teachers, all certified in pediatric first aid.
Maria Verbitsky
5 months ago
When we moved to Dubai four years ago, we were stepping into the unknown—with two young daughters, aged 3 and 5, and no idea how they would adjust to such a different cultural environment. I began searching for more than just a preschool—I was looking for a place where my girls would feel safe, cared for, and inspired. By what I can only call divine luck, I found Masterminds through a Google search. From the moment I stepped inside, I felt it—this place was special. Bright, clean, thoughtfully designed, and full of joy—it was clear this environment had been created with love and children in mind. Then I met Tania, the head of the school. That moment sealed it. Some people are simply born to work in education—they radiate purpose, patience, and a deep-rooted ability to nurture young minds. Tania is one of those rare people. Together with her exceptional team of teachers, nannies, and staff, she has created not just a preschool, but a second home for so many families. My daughters spent some of their most formative years at Masterminds. They learned, they laughed, they grew. And when it was time for them to move on to the next stage of their journey, they were ready—confident, curious, and full of joy. Thank you, Tania, for everything. May all your future projects be guided and blessed—you bring so much light and love into this world. With deepest gratitude, Maria
Kashish Hemnani
a year ago
I cannot express enough how much I love this school and how I believe in it's vision and applaud it's execution. Masterminds believes in structure but is not at all a strict school, the teachers and all the teaching assistants adore my daughter. They are affectionate and have made her feel safe and secure in these past two years and I look forward to the rest of the program. I have seen how my daughter has blossomed and how she feel safe to express herself and is accepted. The friendships we have made with the fellow parents and children in the class have been lovely - we all believe in the vision of the 5 year program and look forward to staying close till the end. Thank you to everyone at Masterminds, I know my daughter is in good hands and everyday she cannot wait to go back to school.
Fatima Rabbani
a year ago
It’s been almost a year since my twins started with Masterminds and I’m extremely happy with their progress as young individuals and the overall experience with the nursery and its management. The classes are small which allows teachers to focus on the kids and give the children the opportunity to thrive. Previously, my twins were in another nursery and within 2 weeks of joining Masterminds, I noticed a positive shift in their language skills as well as social skills. It is evident what the nursery stands for and I’m so glad I made the change to Masterminds.
Caroline Bo
a year ago
I brought my son to Mastermind at a very early age, just one year old, and it was the best decision I could have made. In no time, he felt comfortable there, and his motor skills and concentration improved significantly. What makes this kindergarten truly special are the staff members. They greet us every day with a smile and know each child's name, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You can immediately tell that everyone here enjoys their work, and this positively affects the children. Another major plus is the regular feedback we receive about our child's progress and behavior. It gives us, as parents, a great feeling to know how our son is doing and what he experiences throughout the day. For me, Mastermind is simply a "Happy Place" – a place where my child is safe, happy, and can develop optimally. I can highly recommend this kindergarten to any parent!
Misako Suzuki
2 years ago
I am very proud and happy my daughter is attending Mastermind Preschool & Kindergarten. She is definitely learning a lot. I have experience living in different part of the world but is one of the best nursery/preschool. My daughter is usually afraid of new environment and very shy but she got use to the school in a couple of days and enjoys going to school everyday. Thanks to the staffs. They are very kind, supportive, and very professional.
Villa 17 - Rumiah Street - Umm Suqeim Third - Umm Suqeim 3 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Caring, affectionate, and professional teachers/staff.
Children feel safe, secure, nurtured, and happy.
Significant and rapid progress in language, social, and motor skills.
Children love going to school and are excited every day.
Small class sizes allow for focused, personalized attention.
Excellent enrichment programs (Arabic, swimming, gymnastics, violin).
Empowering environment that builds confidence and curiosity.
Dedicated director (Tania Siddiqi) with a hands-on approach.
Positive shift in children's development observed by parents.
Masterminds Early Learning Center serves children aged 15 months (1.25 years) to 6 years.
Masterminds uses an American curriculum enriched with proprietary neuroscience-based programs, drawing on the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS) and 60 years of research in child development.
The center offers daily English, Arabic, and French languages, with Spanish language immersion also mentioned as an offering.
Masterminds is open Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Facilities include a swimming pool, multi-purpose sports field, indoor and outdoor play areas, a library, music rooms, and a gymnasium.
Enrichment programs include swimming, gymnastics, ball skills, integrated music and Suzuki violin lessons, and integrated nutritious meals.
The all-inclusive annual fees range from AED 60,000 to 62,000.
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