Sharjah Nurseries: Ages, Licensing and Why Fee Figures Differ

Quick answer

Nurseries in Sharjah are overseen by Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), and age ranges differ by nursery: Bayut lists Euro Kids from 45 days to 4 years and Al Khan Nursery from 2.5 to 4 years. Published fee figures vary a lot, from AED 2,000 to 6,000 a month on Edarabia to yearly starting prices of AED 11,000 and above on Property Finder, so ask each nursery for its current fee sheet.

Who oversees nurseries

Directory listings such as Mdares describe Sharjah nurseries as licensed and accredited by Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA). We have not found a public SPEA list that we can link to as a single register, so ask any nursery to show its licence and confirm with SPEA.

Ages differ by nursery

There is no single starting age. Bayut lists Euro Kids International Nursery as taking children from 45 days to 4 years, working from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. It lists Al Khan Nursery for ages 2.5 to 4 years, following the EYFS framework. Check the age band and hours for the nursery you like.

Why fee figures disagree

• Edarabia says nursery fees in Sharjah typically run from AED 2,000 to AED 6,000 per month.
• Property Finder lists nurseries near Al Majaz with yearly starting prices of about AED 11,000, 15,000, 15,500 and 22,000.
• Bayut's budget nursery guide shows some nurseries from AED 1.4k a year and tells parents to call to confirm.

Those figures use different units (month or year), different ages and different "starting from" definitions, so they cannot be compared directly. We do not give an average. Ask for the full fee sheet, including registration, uniform, transport and meals.

What to check on a visit

1. Licence and the age group of your child.
2. Opening hours and the closing time that fits your commute. See our Sharjah to Dubai bus guide if you travel to work.
3. What the fee includes.
4. How the nursery moves children on to school. Our school ratings guide explains how SPEA rates schools.

What we could not confirm

1. An official SPEA register of licensed nurseries and its current rules.
2. Official fee limits for nurseries.
3. Individual nursery fees. They change, and published figures vary.

Frequently asked questions

What age can a child join a nursery in Sharjah?

It depends on the nursery. Bayut lists Euro Kids International Nursery from 45 days and Al Khan Nursery from 2.5 years, both up to 4 years.

How much is a nursery in Sharjah?

Published figures disagree. Edarabia gives AED 2,000 to 6,000 per month. Property Finder lists nurseries near Al Majaz with yearly starting prices from about AED 11,000 to AED 22,000. Ask the nursery for its current fee sheet.

How do I know a nursery is licensed?

Directory listings say licensed nurseries are accredited by SPEA. Ask the nursery for its licence and check it with SPEA.

Sources

1. Bayut: Euro Kids International Nursery
2. Bayut: Al Khan Nursery
3. Edarabia: Sharjah nursery fees (2026)
4. Property Finder: Nurseries near Al Majaz
5. Mdares: Brashi Nursery (SPEA-accredited, example listing)

Sources were consulted in November 2026. Figures from third parties are shown as reported and may differ between sources.