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Dog Parks
Emirates Living features three fenced dog parks. The dog parks boast a number of play equipment designed to keep canines of all sizes entertained for hours on end. The parks also contain benches and shaded areas to keep residents and handlers comfortable.
The three dog parks can be found at the below locations – 1. Behind Springs 8 2. Between Meadows 1 and Meadows 2 3. Next to Emirates International School
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
Promenade
Dubai Marina is interconnected by nearly eight kilometres of landscaped walkways that envelop the iridescent water body, offering an ideal opportunity to walk, jog or cycle through the community. Benches, water features, parks and children’s play areas dot the stretch, with even mini-taxis available to shuttle you around.
Yachts of all shapes and sizes line the banks, available for hire to whisk you away on a sea adventure. Ferries and waterbuses also make stops, connecting the community to all ends of Dubai. The promenade is also home to healthcare clinics, retail outlets, and numerous restaurants and cafes that feature alfresco seating.
Emaar Ocean Front is not just a property location, it's a vision of what could and should be. It's a secluded private island with breathtaking views.
SJ
Reef Tower
Being a residence of Emaar has been a privilege. Not only it provides the best communal services to its residents but also the vibe is absolutely breathtaking in terms of the beautiful scenic views.
SANAM
REEF TOWER
Emaar is a serenity amidst the chaotic city of Karachi. These big structures of living make you forget that you live in Pakistan. They have done an outstanding work on the bay.
