Nurseries

Raffles Emirates Hills Nursery

At Emirates Hills Nursery, the curriculum based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, helps children develop independence, self-discipline, and respect for self, for others, and for the Earth. The nursery also adopts an ‘open door’ approach, so parents are welcome to drop in at any time.

For more information, visit www.rafflesnurseries.com.

Raffles Hattan Gardens Nursery

Located just inside the Lakes community, the international staff members of Raffles Hattan Gardens Nursery are trained and committed to encouraging every child to reach their full potential in a fun environment for all. The curriculum attracts children to learn by being creative. Children are stimulated by a wide range of different experiences and opportunities every day at the Lake Nursery.

For more information, visit www.rafflesnurseries.com.

Raffles Lakes Nursery

The Lakes Nursery follows the Early Years Curriculum with the belief is that a child’s creative potential can be maximised through sensory, visual, auditory and kinaesthetic experiences. Classes follow six-weekly topics which tie into the seven key areas of learning, and are chosen to suit the developmental age of the children within the class. With such a globally diverse community, an array of diverse cultural activities is incorporated into the curriculum, to foster a respect for different cultures. Children’s ages vary from 18 months to four years old.

For more information, visit www.rafflesnurseries.com/our-nurseries/lakes-nursery/.

Raffles Springs Nursery

Raffles Springs Nursery is a Montessori Nursery located next to The Springs 7, and aims to make children’s introduction to the learning experience as happy as possible. The nursery follows the teaching method set by Dr Maria Montessori and focuses on six core areas of learning: Practical Life; Sensorial; Mathematics; Language; Cultural; and Creative activities. Children of different ages work alongside each other, with the older students helping younger ones and acting as role models, whilst reinforcing and celebrating their own learning.

For more information, visit www.rafflesnurseries.com/our-nurseries/springs-nursery.

Raffles Town Centre Nursery

Raffles Town Centre Nursery is located opposite the large Spinneys in The Meadows Souk shopping area close to Springs 14. The nursery follows the Early Years Curriculum and promotes learning through first hand, practical and play activities. Little ones are encouraged to get involved in ‘child-initiated learning’ exercises as well as those directed by the teacher. Town Centre Nursery provides a stimulating learning environment, both indoors and out, where children have the freedom to learn from new experiences without fear of failure.

For more information, please visit www.rafflesnurseries.com/our-nurseries/town-centre-nursery/.

Jebel Ali Nursery

A nursery is a place to come to experiment, explore, make friends and enjoy every day – these are the core values in The Lakes’ branch of the Jebel Ali Nursery, located on the grounds of the Lakes Club. The campus is surrounded by trees and pretty birds, and there’s a lake, a children’s park, sand play area, and a children’s pool with a water slide, as well as fun climbing frames. In addition, the purpose-built children’s facility has ten indoor rooms including a large indoor playroom. Just outside is the dedicated nursery children’s play area with soft rubber tiles.

The experienced staff members support and extend each child’s development through a carefully planned curriculum, based on the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

For more information, please visit www.javn.ae.

Schools

Emirates Living features high calibre educational establishments for children of all ages, located throughout the community.

Dubai International Academy

Dubai International Academy is an IB World School that offers the continuum of International Baccalaureate programmes – Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), from KG1 through to Year 13.

The school is located in Emirates Hills and has over 1,900 students of more than 80 nationalities and 250+ staff members from 42 countries.

A rigorous academic programme has resulted in DIA students achieving excellent IB DP results and acceptances into top universities across the world. This is supplemented with robust sports and a rich extra-curricular programme, which includes UAE’s premier Model United Nations Conference – DIAMUN – and several opportunities for student leadership and all-around development.

For more information, visit www.diadubai.com.

Emirates International School

Emirates International School located in The Meadows lives up to its name with students from over 80 different countries from around the world. The huge campus has excellent indoor and outdoor facilities and adheres to the International Baccalaureate Programme, beginning with KG1, taking the students through to Grade 13 (from three to 18 years).

For more information, you may visit www.eischools.ae/Meadows.

The Dubai British School

Dubai British School (DBS) is a thriving British international school, located in The Springs 3 area of the Emirates Living community.

The primary school curriculum is modelled on the National Curriculum for England, significantly enhanced by the International Primary Curriculum. The secondary school follows a strong British curriculum and tradition and yet leads to qualifications which are internationally recognised for entry into higher education or employment. Sixth form subject choices are led by current student needs, which enables DBS to tailor the options for that particular year and leads to students attending some of the world’s top universities.

For more information, visit www.dubaibritishschool.ae.

A vibrant, family-centric neighbourhood engulfed in greenery.

Launched in 2003, Emirates Living is a modern lifestyle community focused on outdoor leisure.

Emirates Living offers a serene nature-filled sanctuary, with 8,659 premium villas nestled within 52.2 million square feet of lush greenery. Featuring tree-lined streets and pathways, attractively landscaped lakes, blooming gardens and recreation areas, the community is the perfect haven for those looking to escape the bustling city life and enjoy the relative peace and quiet of suburban living.

Come home to Emirates Living

Restaurants and cafes, football, basketball and tennis courts, children’s play areas, and three dog parks provide you with an unparalleled array of entertainment options, right at home in the neighbourhood.

Adding to the available leisure choices, the community is in close proximity to health centres, schools, nurseries, a petrol station, grocery stores, clubs, mosques, fitness facilities, a golf course, retail centres, banks, and even a 5-star hotel, all kept safe and monitored by 24-hour security.

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Fueled by community events, celebrations, and a sense of togetherness that transcends all cultural boundaries, you’ll soon discover that Emirates Living is a thriving microcosm where ‘home’ extends far beyond your four walls.

Important contacts

Your directory of all retail and dining options in the community.

Essential numbers

Dubai Policewww.dubaipolice.gov.ae 999 (emergencies) +971 4 269 2222
Dubai Police – Al Ameenwww.alameen.ae 800 4888
Dubai Civil Defence (Fire service)www.dcd.gov.ae 997 (emergencies)
Ambulancewww.ambulance.gov.ae 999 (emergencies)
Dubai Maritime City Authority (Coastguard)www.dmca.ae 800 8855
Saudi German Hospitalwww.sghdubai.ae +971 4 389 0000
800 744 823
Taxi (RTA)www.rta.ae 800 9090
Dubai Electricity & Water (DEWA)www.dewa.gov.ae 991 (emergencies) +971 4 601 9999
Dubai Municipalitywww.dm.gov.ae 800 900 +971 4 221 5555
Dubai International Airportwww.dubaiairport.com +971 4 224 5555
Emaar Community Managementcommunities@ecm.ae800 EMAAR (36227)

Community security numbers

Dubai Marina Master Community+971 56 545 8583
Marina Quays+971 56 680 9336/+971 4 447 3641
Park Island+971 56 341 3754/+971 4 450 3922
Marina Promenade+971 56 680 9332
Al Sahab+971 56 680 9334/+971 4 360 8871
Al Majara+971 56 680 9335/+971 4 456 6165
Extreme Waterfront Offices+971 56 580 0059
Marina Plaza Data Centre+971 56 389 4121
Marina Plaza+971 56 389 4121

Marina Walk

Life Pharmacy+971 4 561 0000/+971 4 346 6889
African Eastern+971 4 368 3981
Baskin Robbins+971 4 368 2389
Bateel Cafe+971 4 368 4697
Champion Cleaners+971 4 367 5207
Chandelier Restaurant & Cafe+971 4 366 3603
Drs. Nicholas & Asp+971 4 360 9977
Itsu+971 4 362 6351
Johnny Rockets+971 4 368 2418, +971 52 266 1322
Marina Pharmacy800 7427 6229
M&S Food+971 4 2441614
NRG Fitness Studio+971 4 431 8517
Starbucks+971 4 419 0139
Spinneys+971 4 367 4810
The Barber Shop+971 4 360 5097

Marina Promenade

Al Maya Supermarket+971 4 447 5373
Baker & Spice+971 4 362 4686
iKcon Kitchen
Blossom Nursery+971 4 422 1068
Kababji Grill+971 4 457 3734
Marina Pharmacy+971 55 223 6320
Blush petals+971 50 198 3684
Grandiose Supermarket – Marina+971 56 414 8809

Park Island

800 Flowers+971 4 453 4322
Doner Deli Restaurant+971 4 453 3023
F Mart+971 4 441 8604
JJ Chicken+971 4 512 4020
Life Pharmacy+971 4 443 2573
Massimos Italian Restaurant+971 4 432 4284
Mom’s Food+971 4 452 5225
Super Trim+971 4 435 6966
The Platform+971 4 435 8083
W Mart+971 4 589 8514

Al Majara

Crescent Marine Trading+971 4 442 0674
Sarpino’s Pizzeria+971 4 434 0444
The Kitchen Cafe+971 4 422 5880
W Mart+971 4 557 8703

Al Sahab

Curve Beauty Salon+971 4 236 9995

Marina Quays

W Mart+971 4 437 2431

Marina Plaza

Ala’a Aldin Restaurant & Cafe+971 50 652 2992
Costa Coffee+971 55 535 9983
Ultra Brasserie+971 52 679 9703
Cutting Edge+971 58 605 0692
All Day Minimart+971 54 474 2960

Pier 7

Abdel Wahab+971 4 432 5782
Asia Asia+971 4 276 5900
Atelier M+971 4 450 7766
Cargo SWR Restaurant LLC+971 4 361 8129
Fume+971 4 421 5669
Ocacti+971 4 432 1060
The Scene Restaurant by Simon Rimmer+971 4 277 6223

Extreme Waterfront Offices

Located behind Dubai Marina Mall, Extreme Waterfront Offices consists of eight boutique units with generous accommodation and facilities ideal for growing businesses. Direct views out over the marina provide a fantastic outlook for both occupiers and visitors alike.

Marina Plaza

A prestigious office location, just off interchange no. 5 on Sheikh Zayed Road, Marina Plaza forms part of the Dubai Marina Mall and Address Marina Hotel complex. The building has 165 inspiring office spaces for businesses; as well as six retail units. The location is perfect for occupiers to enjoy the nearby facilities of the marina in their spare time and the two metro stations, Damac Properties and Jumeirah Lakes Towers, are ideal for commuters.

Marina Plaza attracts corporate occupiers, who wish to provide the best experience for their staff and visitors; it also presents a great investment opportunity for commercial property buyers. Unit sizes range from 3,287 to 4,639 square feet in leasable area, with numerous flexible floor plans available. For brands that wish to design their own offices, shell and core spaces are available too.

Dining and retail options:

  • Costa Coffee
  • Ultra Brasserie
  • The Cutting Edge
  • Alaa Aldin Restaurant
  • All Day Minimart
  • Novomed Center

Nurseries

Blossom Nursery

Blossom by Babilou is part of Babilou Group, the largest childcare and early education group in Europe, with 600 nurseries in 15 countries and welcoming more than 50,000 children daily. Located in Marina Promenade directly in front of the beautiful Dubai Marina and overlooking the water, Blossom Nursery is a serene and calming environment with little noise or the sounds from the city.

The nursery follows The British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, an internationally recognised approach with a special focus on the prime and specific areas of learning. Children have the option of going to the park under the bridge, over to the beach or playing within a wonderful community where they call home.

Click here for more information.

Raffles Nursery

Located on the waterfront at Marina Walk, Raffles Nursery welcomes children from all around the globe through its doors. Firstly, little ones are settled into the nursery environment in a way to best suit their individual needs, in collaboration with their parents.

Education in the form of the Foundation Stage Curriculum is taught using the Early Years play-based approach to learning. The nursery atmosphere is creative and fun, supported by a group of highly trained teachers who work hard to ensure children are nurtured and encouraged to reach their full potential.

New experiences every day, as well as colourful classrooms and beautiful outdoor play areas, mean children begin their journey upon a path of learning that is effortless and very engaging.

Click here for more information.

Mosque

Dubai Marina is home to Masjid Al Rahim, a spacious mosque offering Muslim residents and visitors a space for daily prayers and peaceful contemplation.

Opened in October 2013 and located at the southern end of the community, the mosque has the capacity to accommodate up to 2,000 people.

Children’s play areas

There are several children’s play areas around Dubai Marina located on the promenade, allowing children of the various communities to enjoy the outdoors. The play areas are a great way for mums and dads to socialise with other families.

The play areas include swings, climbing frames of all shapes and sizes, slides, see-saws, spring rockets and much more, and the floor is laid with rubber tiling to help cushion the impact of any falls.

Overhead canopies provide the area with adequate shading, allowing children to enjoy the amenities even on hotter summer afternoons.

Marina dancing fountain

Brace yourselves for a spectacular visual treat. The dancing and musical fountains at the entrance to the Marina Walk and right beside Dubai Marina Towers is here to impress.

With mind-blowing orchestrated performances, the shows take place every 20 minutes from 9 AM to 11 PM, and 6 PM to 10 PM.

  • Three speakers positioned radially around the fountains pump out a combined output of over 500 watts.
  • More than 50 coloured LEDs bathe each plume of water in rich colours that flash in harmony with the music.
  • A smart control unit uses advanced algorithms to analyse the music’s waveform, synchronising the firing of the water pumps and flashing of the lights.

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