Al Barsha: Jasour – News Desk
Parents in Dubai can now access a dedicated center that provides comprehensive developmental support for children with special needs, serving as a one-stop solution for both their educational and occupational requirements.
The Dibber 4’ALL nursery in Al Barsha South represents a significant milestone in Emirati-Norwegian relations and is witnessing an overwhelming demand since its launch. Equipped with a licensed team of teachers and specialists with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) approved credentials, the facility offers services like speech therapy and occupational therapy apart from catering to the educational needs of a child of special needs.
The center creates an inclusive learning environment where children of determination are seamlessly integrated into mainstream education tailored to their unique needs.
Dibber’s CEO for the Mena region, Nahi Rahal said, “In Norway, we have many special needs children integrated into mainstream environments which can be challenging for many. This inspired us to create a specialized facility dedicated to supporting these children. Previously, parents would take their child to a nursery, then to a speech therapy center, and later to another clinic for occupational or psychological therapy. Our facility here and elsewhere streamlines this process by offering all these services in one location, making it more convenient for parents.”
Each child’s journey begins with a comprehensive assessment, guiding tailored recommendations — either within the center or in a mainstream environment with continued support.
He added, “These children often have complex conditions, such as communication delays and behavioral challenges. Many are in mainstream settings where they struggle, and several are attending centers and clinics we’ve partnered with. These centers often refer them to us because they recognize the need for a more specialized and supportive environment. Therefore, our center aims to prepare children for a seamless transition to mainstream settings.”
“Our first classroom, accommodating 10 children, reached full capacity just within two months, leading to a growing waiting list. Plans are underway to open a second classroom, pending the recruitment of qualified teachers.”
The program provides a holistic and enriching educational experience, featuring small classrooms and a high educator-to-student ratio for personalized attention.
“The benefit of having specialized staff in classrooms is that, while working in a group setting, they can address the individual needs of each child, fostering their growth and development. Our student-to-teacher ratio is 3:1, which is notably above the standard. We charge an annual educational fee of Dh 40,000 with an additional around Dh 40,000 per year to cover therapy services.”
Rahal explained that the curriculum followed is Nordic-based, and this approach is used consistently across all programs at the global level.
However, he stressed, “Arabic holds significant importance within the curriculum, as reflecting the culture of the country and the region is considered extremely important.”
Featuring 13 classrooms the nursery is a state-of-the-art Early Childhood Development center that welcomes children aged 45 days to 6 years for mainstream classes. The facility also includes two classrooms dedicated to children of determination, an indoor gym, and direct access to shaded outdoor areas, the facility is designed to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for all children.
