Welcome letter from Zeena

Dear Esteemed Parents,
Greetings and a warm welcome to Creative Nest Early Childhood Centre, a state-of-the -art purpose-built nurturing space dedicated to delivering unparalleled Early Years Foundation Stage education, inspired by the principles of Reggio Emilia.
At Creative Nest ECC, we hold a profound belief in the innate curiosity of children, recognizing them as the most natural and eager learners. Understanding that children thrive through hands-on experiences, our commitment to experiential learning ensures that every moment is a valuable opportunity for growth and discovery.
In our unwavering pursuit of providing an exceptional educational experience, we have introduced the Little Wings Programme, designed to empower our young learners to fearlessly explore their surroundings. This innovative approach transcends traditional classroom boundaries, transforming every nook and cranny of our facility into a captivating haven of curiosity and marvel.
Encouraging our children to engage with their environment fosters an absorption in even the minutest details. Whether it be the earthy embrace of the organic garden or the sensory delight of kneading dough in our Little Chef’s kitchen, each activity is infused with a touch of magic, turning ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences.
Creative Nest ECC stands as a testament to our firm belief that it provides the ideal setting for children to embark on their journey as lifelong learners. The unique blend of purpose-built facilities, innovative programs, and a dedicated team of educators creates an environment where curiosity is sparked, imaginations are ignited, and a love for learning is cultivated.
In alignment with our commitment to providing a nurturing environment, we embrace trauma-informed care principles. Recognizing the unique needs of every child, our approach is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a deep understanding of the impact of early experiences. Our dedicated team is trained to create a safe and supportive atmosphere where each child's emotional well-being is prioritized, fostering resilience and a sense of security.
Thank you for entrusting us with the privilege of nurturing and educating your child. We are excited about the enriching journey ahead and look forward to partnering with you in shaping a future filled with boundless possibilities for our young learners.
Zeena Assam
M.Ed.
Creative Nest Nursery Co-Founder and Managing Director
Meet the Team
As an Early Years Foundation Stage Reggio Emilia inspired nursery, we have access to the latest in early years teacher training and research, which means our teaching staff always remain at the forefront of the field.
Our nursery is home to more than 49 enthusiastic teaching staff from 10 countries. Highly-qualified and first-aid trained, our teachers are all experienced in early years learning and come with a passion for their work and a commitment to our children.
We allow our teachers the flexibility to approach early learning through a variety of innovative ways, depending on each child’s areas of interest and stage of development. This means no two classrooms are ever quite the same… just the way it should be.

Zeena Assam
M.Ed.
Creative Nest Early Childhood Centre
Co-Founder and Managing Director
I'm Zeena, and I wear many hats—I'm a mother, educator, educational entrepreneur, and professional coach. With over 20 years of experience in the education field, I co-founded Creative Nest ECC with a clear vision: to create a nurturing environment not just for my own children but for all children. I hold a strong belief that every child deserves a safe and nurturing space to grow, learn, and dream. This belief fuels my dedication to turning this vision into a reality. As a child advocate, I am committed to championing the rights and well-being of all children, understanding that changing the world begins at home and in the classroom. My passion in life is to support, coach, and train mothers and educators to raise connected, confident, and secure children. I believe that by empowering individuals in these crucial roles, we contribute to a more compassionate and resilient future generation. At Creative Nest ECC, I actively support parents and educators through regular workshops, support circles, and coaching opportunities. Trauma-informed care is a cornerstone of my approach, not only in education but also across various sectors like healthcare, government, and organizations. Together with my dedicated team, we've proudly established Creative Nest ECC as the first trauma-informed school in the UAE, advocating for this approach in all schools and early learning centers. Join me on this journey as we work towards creating a world where every child feels secure, valued, and equipped to flourish.

Heba Nabil ElKholy
Principal / Head Teacher
أنا هبه الخولي من مصر و معلمة صف في كريتف نست للطفولة المبكرة. أنا حاصلة على شهادة في العمارة الداخلية ولكن مع ولادتي لطفلي الأول ، تعرفت على مدى أهمية السنوات الأولى في عمر الطفل و من هنا بدأت مسيرتي الجديدة في التدريس حيث بدأت بالعمل على التخصص في مجال الطفولة المبكرة والتعرف على أساليب التعلم المختلفة فحصلت على دبلومة الطفولة المبكرة من إنجلترا و واحدة أخرى من هيئة التنمية و المعرفة . فقد مضى علي عشر سنوات في هذا المجال و ما زال هدفي و شغفي في الحياة أن أساعد الأطفال على اكتساب اللغة العربية الفصحى, مهارة التحدث و تعلم المهارات الحياتيه المختلفة عن طريق بيئة صحية يستطيع الطفل أن يلعب فيها و ينمي قدراته الجسدية و العقلية . أما عن هوايتي: فانا أحب الرسم , الطبخ و القراءه. جزاكم الله كل خير I am Ms. Heba. I am from Egypt; I have been living in Dubai for the past twelve years. I have a bachelor’s degree in arts; however, I changed my career to the field of education after I became a mother and realised the importance of an early year’s education and have now acquired two educational diplomas from the UK as well as teaching diploma from KHDA. After qualifying as an early year’s educator, I have been teaching in Dubai for the past 10 years and my passion is to make a positive and meaningful impact in children’s life by providing them with love and support to develop their lifelong skills in being effective learners. My professional goal is to develop a bilingual environment for children to feel happy, valued, and to be confident learners. My hobbies include drawing, cooking, reading, and exercising. I welcome you to contact me with suggestions, questions, or any other concerns regarding your child’s development.

Asma Noor Bakhish
SEN Coordinator - FS1 Teacher
My name is Asma Noor Bakhsh, and I’m excited to introduce myself as your child’s teacher and SENCO at Creative Nest Early Childhood Centre. Before stepping into this role, I worked as a Curriculum Coordinator and Teacher, where I integrated trauma-informed practices and drew inspiration from the Curiosity approach in my teaching. As a mother, I deeply value the importance of mental well-being in early childhood. I bring 12 years of teaching experience in the UAE, beginning my career as a toddler teacher. Over the years, I’ve taught in various schools and nurseries as an FS1 and FS2 teacher. Returning to FS1, where my journey began, brings me immense joy because of my passion for working with this age group. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Education, with additional studies in Philosophy and Journalism. I continuously pursue professional development to stay current with the latest in early childhood education. Recently, I completed an Introduction to Makaton course, which is a sign language program. I’m also certified in First Aid and Read Write Inc., and have a strong background in English Literature. In 2015, I earned my diploma in Early Childhood Education, which launched my career in teaching young children. I’m genuinely excited to be a part of your child’s learning journey this year and am committed to making each day a memorable and enriching experience for them. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me. I look forward to building a strong partnership with you. Warm regards, Ms. Asma

Suha Amara
Parent Relations Executive
My name is Suha Amara. Originally from Palestine, born and raised in Jordan and I have completed all my education there as well. I have a bachelor’s degree in Languages, and over 14 years of experience in administration filed between Amman & Dubai. I moved to the UAE 12 years ago and I live here with my husband and my 2 children aged 8 years & 4 years. I believe in finding happiness in simplicity! In my free time I enjoy going out with my children and taking care of my plants. I current serve as Parent Relations Executive at Creative Nest and am the first point-of-contact at Creative Nest ECC for parents. I look forward to working with you and to offer you any support you may require, answer any questions you may have, provide you with any information you need about the admissions, hear your concerns and feedback.

Crisanta Capuchino
Receptionist / Admin Assistant
I am Ms. Crisanta Capuchino from the Philippines also known as Cris to my family, friends and co-workers. In the Philippines I've worked in a vast variety of professions and each and every single one of them has shaped who I am today. I came to the UAE in 2009 and hold a PIC (Person In-charge Level 1) certificate. Being in the field of Food and Beverages industry for more than 12years I was exposed in different kind of people and situation, pressure, tight schedules not to mention target sales, coordinating with different suppliers and quality control is not new to me. Among all the different jobs that I gone through I learned that professionalism should always be the first priority in any case and situation. At present I am part of the Creativeness Early Childhood Centre Team as a Receptionist/Admin Assistant a field and place I feel at home in.

Jiezel Soliman
Nurse
My name is Jiezel, I am from Philippines, and I moved to Dubai in 2011, I lived with my husband and our son, 3 cats, and an abundance of plants. Me, and my family love the outdoors and enjoy hiking, camping, and going to the beach. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a registered nurse in my home country and here in UAE. I was a pediatric nurse for two years and have been working in nurseries as a nurse for more than 8 years now. Keeping everyone safe and healthy might be very challenging but I love what I do. I love spending time with kids and conversing with them and learning so much from their kind hearts and minds.

Nehal
Accountant
With over 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Nehal brings strong expertise in both HR and Accounting. She oversees financial operations, payroll, budgeting and reporting, alongside HR Administration, staff records, contracts and employee matters, supporting smooth and efficient nursery operations.

Sehrish Farrukh Aziz
FS2/KG1 Teacher / Head of English Department
My name is Sehrish Farrukh. I am a Team Leader and FS2 teacher at Creative Nest Early Childhood Centre. I grew up in Karachi, Pakistan and have been living in Dubai since 2006. Apart from being an Early Years Teacher, I am also a mother to two daughters, aged 12 and 8. I am passionate about Early Childhood Education and have completed multiple teaching courses including Cache 3 and 5, which increased my knowledge about the Early Years Framework and different theoretical perspectives to facilitate children’s holistic development. To stay up-to date with new teaching trends, I actively pursue professional developmental courses and I am currently working towards getting a degree in Early Childhood Education. I hope to in still the same love for learning in children, as Maria Montessori said, “The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.” I enjoy observing young children; encouraging and motivating them to attain their best by appreciating their efforts and achievements alongside extending on to their interests. I strongly believe in inclusive practice and enabling environment to support children’s skills and social interactions. I’m trained in developing age-appropriate activities to help children achieve their individual goals. Being trauma informed, I aim to build trusting and positive relationships with children and parents to be able to fulfil children’s emotional needs along with helping them regulate their big emotions through mindfulness techniques. I understand each child is unique and develops at their own pace and I hope to provide positive and creative environment through education and play to build their self-esteem, trust, and confidence! I’m looking forward to working with you and your children; and see them learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment, Insha’Allah!

Shadia Basher Agha
PRE FS1 Teacher / Head of Arabic Department
My name is Shadia Agha. I am from Palestine, but was born and raised in the UAE. I have three daughters, and a big family around me. Teaching is one of my greatest passions, I believe that children’s most effective way of learning is through play, I also believe that every child is unique in their own way. This will be my third-year teaching at Creative Nest Nursery but my 11th year of teaching FS1, I have my bachelor’s degree in computer science from Ajman University, Early Year Educator Diploma Cache 3, leadership for children and young People and finished a course of “Innovation and Creativity in Education” and more of training Course related to early years. My hobbies drawing, art and reading Lastly, I love my family and my job. Can’t wait to spend this year learning and growing with your children, looking forward to meeting you! السلام عليكم ! اسمي شادية آغا وسأكون معلمة طفلكم للعام القادم. أنا من فلسطين ولدت ونشأت في الإمارات العربية المتحدة. لدي ثلاث بنات وعائلة كبيرة حولي .. التدريس بالنسبة لي هو متعة و شغف. أنا أومن أن أكثر طرق التعلم فعالية للأطفال هي اللعب و الأنشطة المختلفة وكذلك أومن أن كل طفل فريد من نوعه بطريقته الخاصة.. ستكون هذه سنتي الثالثة في التدريس في حضانة كريتيف نيست ، ولكن هي السنة الثانية عشر لي في مهنة التدريس لمرحلة الطفولة المبكرة . حصلت على درجة البكالوريوس في علوم الكمبيوتر من جامعة عجمان ، ودبلوم التعليم لمرحلة الطفولة المبكرة و دبلوم القيادة في مجال خدمة الاطفال و الصغار وأنهيت دورة "الابتكار و الإبداع في التعليم و العديد من الدورات المرتبطة بمرحلة رياض الأطفال و السلوك ". هواياتي الرسم وكل ما يتعلق بالفن كما احب القراءة و التكنولوجيا أخيرًا ، أحب عائلتي وعملي . كلي شوق للقاء أطفالكم و التعرف عليهم لنقضي سنة مميزة بإذن الله

Noor Karim
LSA / Social Media Marketing
My name is Noor.

Fatma Abdulaziz AlKhaloofi
LSA / Counselor
Hello dear parents, My name is Fatma Abdulaziz Alkhaloofi, and I am an Emirati. I graduated from Zayed University in Dubai in 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. I currently work as a Learning Support Assistant and Counsellor, where I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels understood, valued, and supported. I work closely with Ms. Asma to support children with SEN, while also assisting teachers in the classroom and providing support whenever needed. I truly enjoy being around children, understanding their individual personalities and needs, and building positive and trusting relationships with them. I believe that every child is unique and deserves to feel confident, capable, and heard. My goal is to support children in developing their self-confidence and self-esteem while helping them feel safe, happy, and encouraged throughout their early learning journey. أولياء الأمور الأعزاء، السلام عليكم و رحمة الله وبركاته، اسمي فاطمة عبدالعزيز الخلوفي، إماراتية الأصل. تخرجت من جامعة زايد في دبي عام 2025 بدرجة البكالوريوس في علم النفس. أعمل حالياً كمساعدة لدعم التعلم ومرشدة خاصة في نفس الوقت. أحرص على توفير بيئة آمنة، دافئة، وداعمة يشعر فيها كل طفل بأنه مفهوم ومقدّر ويحظى بالدعم الذي يحتاجه. أعمل بشكل وثيق مع الأستاذة أسماء لدعم الأطفال ممن لديهم حالات خاصة أو يتطلبون المساعدة اللازمة. كما أساند المعلمات داخل الصف وأقدم الدعم عند الحاجة. أحب العمل مع الأطفال والتواجد بالقرب منهم، وفهم شخصياتهم واحتياجاتهم المختلفة. أؤمن بأن لكل طفل شخصيته وقدراته المميزة، وأن من حق كل طفل أن يشعر بالانتماء والتقدير، ليشعروا بالأمان والسعادة والتشجيع خلال رحلتهم التعليمية في سنواتهم الأولى.

Cherellita Bibet Bisnar
Head of Classroom Assistant
I am a Bachelor of Elementary Education graduate and a Licensed Teacher in the Philippines, with 14 years of teaching experience in the Philippines. I also hold a qualification in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and have 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education at Creative Nest Early Childhood Centre. I look forward to continuing to support children and families by creating meaningful, engaging, and positive learning experiences for the children I serve.

Sara Khaled Abdullateef
FS1 Teacher
اسمي سارة خالد، من مصر. أدَرِّسُ في صف "فالكون". تخرجت من قسم دراسات الطفولة عام 2010 وحصلت على درجة الماجستير في الدراسات النفسية للطفل عام 2016، عملت خلال العشر سنوات الماضية في مجال تعليم الطفولة المبكرة في كل من مصر والإمارات. أؤمن جداً أن كل طفل لديه شخصيته الفريدة، وأنا أقدر وأحترم اختلافاتهم الفردية، وأعتقد أن الأطفال يتعلمون ويتطورون من خلال اللعب والتجارب، وهدفي هو خلق بيئة تتيح للأطفال حرية اللعب وفقاً لرغباتهم واحتياجاتهم للنمو التطور، وأحب أن أضمن دائماً أن يكون لديهم متسع من الوقت لاستكشاف رغباتهم وتحقيقها. دوري داخل الحضانة هو تعليم الأطفال من خلال اللعب باستخدام القصص والأغاني المرحة والفنون والكثير من الوسائل التعليمية التي تُبَسِّط للأطفال فهم وحب التعلم والاستكشاف. من هواياتي المفضلة الخاصة حب الفنون والرسم والأعمال اليدوية بصفة خاصة، وأحاول دائماً دمجها مع الأنشطة داخل الصف. اتمنى ان يكون دوري في هذه الرحلة الجميلة مع الأطفال فعالاًو له تأثيراً إيجابياً في شخصياتهم، وبمشاركتكم سنستطيع توفير أفضل فرص النجاح للاطفال معاً. شكراً سارة خالد

Basma Abdelsalam
PRE FS1 Teacher
اسمي " بسمة عبد السلام " من مصر تخرجت من جامعة الأزهر الشريف ( كلية الدرسات الانسانية ، ختمت القران الكريم حفظا فى الصف السادس ترتيلا وتجويدا بأحكامه. دفعنى حبى للأطفال للحصول على دبلوم مهني في مراحل الطفولة المبكرة ، كما اخذت الكثير من التدريبات مما أهلني فهم ومعرفة اكثر عن الاطفال فى مراحل الطفولة المبكرة عملت في حضانة دولية في الشارقة لمدة ثمان سنوات ، ثم التحقت للعمل فى كريتف نيست من 2021 حتى الان؛ معلمة لصفي البطات والصيصان الصغار. من أهم مهامي واولوياتي تعزيز مهارات التعلم و تطويرها بما يتناسب مع متطلبات واحتياجات الاطفال كما أؤمن بأن لكل طفل شخصية مستقلة ودائما ودوري أن أساعد الأطفال في البحث عن طرق لتوسيع نطاق تعلمهم وتطويرمهاراتهم وغرس القيم الاسلاميه لديهم منذ نعومة أظافرهم وهذا يضمن للأطفال إحراز تقدم في إظهار مهاراتهم وقدراتهم كل هذا من خلال التعلم من خلال اللعب.. هواياتى القراءة والطبخ والأعمال اليدويه. . أتمنى ان أكون عند حسن الظن بالعمل مع الأطفال وان يكون الوقت في الحضانة لهم هو وقت المتعه والابداع . – لاتتردد في السؤال عن كل ما يخص الطفل أو المنهج. بسمة عبد السلام

Amira
PRE FS1 Teacher
أنا المعلمة"أميرة محمد" مصرية الجنسية، أقوم بتعليم صف إسباروس تخرجت من كلية"التربية قسم اللغة العربية والدراسات الإسلامية " عام 2015 عملت بمجال التربية مع الصغار في بلدي الأم(مصر) وفي الإمارات العربية المتحدة أيضا فقد عملت لمدة ست سنوات في مجال رياض الأطفال ،فقد إعدت بأن أعلم طفلي بماهو يحب وليس كما أنا أحب مع توجيهاتي له فالطفل بالنسبه لنا كتاب مفتوح وصفحة بيضاء أستطيع أن أغرس القيم الأخلاقيه بداخله وتعليميه الكثير والكثير فتعاملي مع الأطفال حسب الفروق الفردية وأيضا الحالات الخاصه فأنا أقوم بعمل خطة تعليميه خاصه بهم وأُفضِّل أن أوفر مساحة كافية لحرية الطفل ويخرج كل شىْ بداخله داخل الصف وخارجه حسب رغبته واحتياجه الخاصة. الدور الذي أقوم به داخل الحضانه ليس مقتصر علي تعليم الأطفال فقط فأنا بمثابة أم ثانيه لهم وأعمل علي تلبية جميع احتياجاتهم لجعلهم يشعرون بالأمان والراحةدائما فأنا اتبع أيضا استراجية التعليم عن طريق اللعب من خلال قراءة القصه وتمثيلها علي مسرح الدمي والغناء سويا مع ثمثيل الحركات و من هواياتي المفضلة الأعمال اليدوية وأجاهد بأن أخرج كل شىء مبدع من أجل جعل أطفالي سعداء.أتمنى أن أكون عند حسن ظنكم وأن يقض أطفالي وقتهم معي بكل حب واستمتاع وإذا أردتم أي استفسار عن أي شىْ يخص طفلكم لا تترددوا في مراسلتي عن طريق إرسال رساله علي تطبيق أولياء الأمور أو الأتصال علي هاتف الحضانه طاب يومكم. جزاكم الله خيرًا أميرة محمد

Ruby Adnan
PRE FS1 Teacher
My name is Ruby Adnan. I was born and bought up in UK. I moved to the UAE 11 years ago and call it home now. I live here with my husband and two beautiful children. In my spare time I love exploring new and different outdoor places and shopping. I have a Masters degree and have completed my CACHE 3. I’ve got over 7 years’ experience in teaching, and I absolutely love what I do. I have worked with children from 1.5 years to 4.5 years. The best thing about working with children is seeing the difference you can make in their life and watch them learn, grow and develop. We are creating future professions here. It’s just beautiful.

Aneesa Razvi
FS1 Teacher
My name is Aneesa Razvi. I am a German citizen with a diverse background, born in Saudia Arabia and brought up in India. I speak English, German, Hindi, and Urdu fluently. I moved to Dubai from Germany 9 years back and I live here with my three daughters and husband. I love nature and together with my family we go for hiking and long walks on the weekends when the weather is pleasant. I have a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and completed my CACHE3. I have been working with children since 2018. I love teaching and inspiring young minds to become creative thinkers and independent learners. I can’t wait to get to know your children, because in our classroom, we truly will become a family. My main goal is to create a safe space where students feel comfortable to learn and grow. I welcome and value parental involvement throughout the year. I would love to hear from you and are welcome to contact me with any questions, comments, or concern you may have. Sincerely, Aneesa Razvi

Aya Imad Adbulaziz Ahmed
PRE FS1 Teacher
My name is Ms. Aya, and I am absolutely thrilled to be your child’s teacher. With over 13 years of experience in early years education, a degree in English Language, and a CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, I am dedicated to providing a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn. I believe strongly in making learning meaningful through play, storytelling, hands-on experiences, and positive interactions. I take time to truly get to know each child—their interests, personalities, and what helps them feel comfortable and confident. My approach is gentle, consistent, and supportive, ensuring a smooth transition during this handover period. I am a loving mother to my daughter, and in my free time, I enjoy singing. I am looking forward to getting to know your children, building trusting relationships, and sharing a wonderful year of fun, growth, and discovery together.

Maram Nihad
FS2 Teacher
My name is Maram Nihad, a Palestinian born in Saudi Arabia, and I currently reside in Sharjah. I am fluent in both Arabic and English and hold a Bachelor's degree in Educational Studies, specializing in the Arabic language and its teaching methods. Throughout my career, I have taught various educational stages, nurturing a deep passion for education. I find immense joy in witnessing children develop and grow within a nurturing and enriching learning environment. As an educator, I firmly believe that every child possesses unique potential and deserves the opportunity to thrive. I strive to create a classroom atmosphere that fosters curiosity, creativity, and a genuine love for learning. My teaching philosophy emphasizes that education should be a collaborative journey, where students, parents, and teachers work together to support each child's growth. I am dedicated to providing personalized attention and adapting my teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of my students. Together, we can cultivate a positive and impactful educational experience that empowers children to become confident and successful individuals. I wholeheartedly welcome parental involvement and greatly appreciate their feedback as we embark on this journey together.

Khadeeja Soubhi
PRE FS1 Teacher
My name is Khadeeja Abdulkarim, and I am delighted to be part of the Sunbirds Class. It is an honour to contribute to your child’s early learning journey and create meaningful experiences that inspire growth, curiosity, and confidence. I truly enjoy working with children and believe that every child is unique, capable, and a leader in their own way. My aim is to provide a safe, fun, and inspiring environment where children feel valued, supported, and encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I am very excited to be part of your child’s journey and look forward to working together to make this a joyful and enriching experience!

Asil Emad Abdulaziz
FS1 Teacher
Hi, my name is Asil Emad, and I am so excited to be your child’s teacher! I have more than six years of experience in early childhood education, working with children from 1.5 to 5 years old. Throughout my experience, I have had the opportunity to work in different early years settings and with children from diverse backgrounds, which has helped me develop a flexible, caring, and child-centred approach to teaching. I believe that every child is unique and capable, and I am passionate about creating a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where children feel valued, confident, and excited to learn. My approach is play-based and hands-on, allowing children to explore, discover, and learn at their own pace. I love creating meaningful learning experiences through play, creativity, storytelling, and everyday interactions. I am so excited to get to know your little ones and share a wonderful year filled with learning, play, creativity, laughter, and lots of happy memories.



