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Odyssey Nursery West Yas
Key facts
- Ages
- 0.25–6 yrs
- Curriculum
- American
- Languages
- English, Arabic, French
- Intake
- mixed
- Today (Wed)
- 07:00 – 18:00
- Fees
- Ask the nursery
About this nursery
Odyssey Nursery West Yas, located in Abu Dhabi, is a distinguished early learning centre that embraces the Reggio Emilia inspired approach. This philosophy views children as inherently curious, capable, and full of ideas, with learning guided by their individual interests. At Odyssey, educators act as 'Guides,' observing, supporting, and extending each child's discoveries. This fosters creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love for learning. The Reggio Emilia approach emphasizes that the environment itself is a 'third teacher,' intentionally designed to inspire exploration, and that parents are vital partners in the educational journey. The nursery provides a nurturing environment where children develop critical thinking, self-expression, and problem-solving skills. Strong social-emotional skills are built through collaboration and by encouraging children to express their ideas. The learning environment is described as calm, beautiful, and intentionally designed to nurture wonder. Odyssey Nursery West Yas offers hands-on learning experiences and encourages free thinking by providing a space for children to explore and interact freely. They focus on creating empathetic adults by fostering social play among a diverse range of students. Parents receive daily updates with photos and reports on their child's growth and development. Healthy and quality food is provided through specially designed meal plans that support focus and learning, encouraging good eating habits and curiosity about nutrition. An afterschool care program is available until 6 pm, aiming to continuously stimulate children's developing minds. Odyssey Nurseries cater to children from 3 months to 6 years, adapting their approach to each child's needs at different developmental stages. This includes specialized care for babies, sensory play for toddlers, building independence for preschoolers, and preparing children for school in their Foundation and Foundation 2 stages. The curriculum incorporates the Washington State Early Learning Developmental Benchmarks, with some locations offering a French immersion program.
What this nursery offers
- Reggio Emilia inspired approach
- Nurturing environment for imaginative young minds
- Experienced educators acting as guides
- Focus on child-led discovery and creativity
- Strong emphasis on social-emotional development
- Daily updates for parents with photos and reports
- Healthy meal plans
- Afterschool care available until 6 pm
- Caters to ages 3 months to 6 years
Features & amenities
Reggio Emiliaearly learningAbu Dhabichild developmentafterschool carehealthy foodtrilingual
What parents say
5
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What parents praise
- Incredible, kind, nurturing, brilliant, and passionate staff/teachers
- Children love the nursery and feel loved, safe, and welcomed
- Excellent educational experience and noticeable improvement in children's skills
- Responsive and approachable leadership
- Positive impact on children's confidence, communication, and social skills
- Well-organized and creative learning environment
Zena Mas
a month ago
Both my children went to this nursery and I can only sing its praises. Miss Ashleen is an incredible person and educator, she similarly has chosen the best possible team, as every person who works there is wonderful, kind and nurturing. Our children grew up with Odyssey West Yas and they love their nursery so much. Miss Anita, Miss Lamees, Miss Alisa, Miss Haya and Miss Sakshi are all brilliant teachers. I would recommend it for any parent who is looking at putting their child in nursery. You can leave them there confident that they will love and care for your child the same as you would at home and more. Wish them the best and very sad we are moving on to big school. If I ever have more children, they would go to this nursery.
Natalia Tikhonova
3 months ago
Choosing Odyssey Nursery West Yas for our boys is one of the best decisions we’ve made as a family. Four years and two children later, I can honestly say it has been the most beautiful first educational experience we could have hoped for, and I’m so grateful for everything the team has given them. Especially Ms Ashleen, Ms Shahad, Ms Anita, Ms Haneen and Ms Lamis and all the wonderful teachers assistants. The teachers and staff are truly exceptional — kind, patient, and genuinely passionate about what they do. You can feel how much they care about each child as an individual. One moment that really stood out for us was during a period when normal in-person learning had to pause. Instead of defaulting to one solution, the nursery thoughtfully offered families a choice: private one-on-one sessions, online classes, or small pod groups hosted at a parent’s home. We opted for the small pod and were genuinely amazed by how seamlessly it was organized — the structure, the energy, the attention to every detail. It showed just how committed the team is to the children’s growth, no matter the circumstances. The West Yas branch will always hold a special place in our hearts. I recommend Odyssey to every parent I meet — wholeheartedly.
Mary Hein
10 months ago
My family had the best imaginable experience at Odyssey West Yas. My daughter joined shortly after our move from Canada, and I genuinely believe the good care and attention she had with the staff and other students made this big adjustment easy and carefree. The leadership are responsive and approachable, and you can tell the staff really work together as a team to support the students and each other. There was an excellent range of activities and curriculum which we got to observe through daily photos. A special shout out to Ms. Anita - i was so impressed by her warm and passionate approach to teaching and it was very hard to say goodbye. I would highly recommend this nursery to all.
Marwah123 Mohammed
10 months ago
I am very happy with my daughter’s experience at this nursery. From the first day, the staff made her feel loved, safe, and welcomed. The teachers are patient, caring, and always communicate with me about her progress. I have noticed great improvement in her social skills, language, and confidence. She is always excited to go to nursery, and that shows how much she enjoys the activities and environment. The classrooms are clean, well-organized, and full of creative learning materials. The nursery also takes good care of the children’s safety and hygiene. Thank you to the whole team for your dedication and support. I truly appreciate everything you do for my daughter. Highly recommended!
Tala Qubain
10 months ago
I couldn’t be happier with our experience.From the moment my son joined, we’ve seen such wonderful growth in his confidence, communication, and social skills. A very special mention goes to Ms. Anita, whose warmth, patience, and genuine care have made such a difference. She takes the time to understand each child’s personality, encourages them with kindness, and creates such a positive, nurturing atmosphere in the classroom. My son absolutely loved going to school every morning because of her. He spent 2.5 years and now he went to a big school. Missing the nursery and Ms Anita so much🥰🥰🥰 We are truly grateful to Ms. Anita and the entire nursery team for their dedication, professionalism, and the love they showed every single day. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing my child is in such capable and caring hands. Highly recommended! 🌷
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Location & opening hours
Opening hours
Today07:00 – 18:00
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- Monday
- 07:00 – 18:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 18:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 18:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 18:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 18:00
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Frequently asked questions
What is the educational approach used at Odyssey Nursery West Yas?
Odyssey Nursery West Yas follows the Reggio Emilia inspired approach, which views children as curious and capable learners, with education guided by their interests.
What age groups does Odyssey Nursery West Yas cater to?
The nursery caters to children from 3 months to 6 years old.
What are the opening hours for Odyssey Nursery West Yas?
Odyssey Nursery West Yas is open from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Does Odyssey Nursery West Yas provide daily updates for parents?
Yes, parents receive daily updates with photos and reports of their child's growth and development.
What languages are spoken at Odyssey Nursery?
The nursery is trilingual and follows an American curriculum incorporating the Reggio Emilia approach. While specific languages taught are not fully detailed, the trilingual nature suggests multiple languages are supported.
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