British Orchard Nursery has marked its 20th anniversary with the launch of a new AI Academy and the graduation of more than 1,500 children across the UAE. This milestone highlights the group’s ongoing commitment to quality early years education while preparing young learners for a changing world.
Milestone Celebration and New AI Academy for Families and Educators
British Orchard Nursery, the UAE’s largest and most awarded early childhood education provider, recently celebrated the graduation of over 1,500 children. The occasion coincides with two decades of innovation and strong partnerships with families and more than 40 government entities.
Parents and educators will welcome the focus on both tradition and progress. While play, creativity and human connection remain central, the nursery group is introducing practical tools to support children’s development in a digital age.
The newly launched AI Academy operates under the British Orchard Centre, a KHDA-approved centre for training, research and professional development. It offers programmes, workshops and certifications for educators, parents and the wider community.
These initiatives help adults understand the responsible use of artificial intelligence in education. The academy emphasises that AI supports teachers rather than replaces them. Educators gain more time for meaningful interactions, personalised learning and child-led activities. Parents benefit too. Greater knowledge of technology allows families to engage more confidently in their child’s early learning journey.
BON App, AI Tools and Enhanced Support for Parents and Educators
Alongside the academy, British Orchard Nursery has introduced a new parent app. This digital platform delivers real-time updates on children’s development, milestones, classroom activities and wellbeing.
The app makes communication between home and nursery smoother and more transparent. For busy parents, it offers greater visibility and involvement in daily learning experiences.
British Orchard Nursery has also begun rolling out an AI-powered operational suite. This helps streamline administration, reporting and service delivery across its network. The result is more efficient support for educators and administrators. Teams can focus additional time and attention on the children in their care.
Expansion, Government Partnerships and Structured Acivities for Future-Ready Skills
The anniversary year has brought further growth. New branches have opened in Dubai Hills and Expo City. Preparations are underway for additional sites, including partnerships with Dubai Police and DEWA.
These developments make high-quality childcare more accessible for working parents. Collaboration with government entities such as Dubai Health, Municipality, RTA, MOHRE, Judicial Departments and Mubadala continues to support families across the UAE.
British Orchard Nursery has also introduced its Annual ECA Development Programme. This offers children a modular learning journey beyond the classroom, with progress tracked through a BON ECA Passport.
Dr. Vandana Gandhi, CEO and Founder of British Orchard Nursery, said that for two decades, their mission has been to prepare children not just for school, but for life.
“The world our children will inherit will be shaped by rapid technological advancement, and it is our responsibility to ensure they are equipped with the skills, confidence, adaptability and values needed to thrive.”
She added that the launch of the AI Academy, Parent App and AI-powered innovation initiatives reflect their commitment to teachers and remaining at the forefront of educational excellence while preserving the human connections that remain at the heart of early childhood learning. Every graduation represents a powerful moment for the children taking their next step, as well as for the families, educators and communities that have supported them. This year is particularly meaningful as they celebrate 20 years of British Orchard Nursery’s journey in the UAE. She expressed equal pride in the strong partnerships built with government entities across the UAE, noting that these collaborations have enabled support for working families, expanded access to quality early education and contributed to the nation’s vision of creating empowered future generations.
Why this Matters for UAE Education
For parents, the developments mean better communication and reassurance about their child’s progress. Educators gain practical tools and professional development opportunities. School leaders see a model of innovation grounded in care and collaboration. Students benefit from environments that balance technology with human connection.
This anniversary reflects broader trends in UAE early years education, where quality provision supports working families and national goals for future generations.
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