HEI UAE Opens Finnish Early Learning Centre in Arabian Ranches
ECONOMY & POLICY

HEI UAE Opens Finnish Early Learning Centre in Arabian Ranches

HEI UAE, an exclusive partnership between Ghobash Group and Helsinki International Schools, has launched a purpose-built flagship early learning centre in Arabian Ranches 1, Dubai. The launch marks the introduction of Finland's early childhood education model to the United Arab Emirates and follows a groundbreaking in November 2025. Construction has progressed since the groundbreaking and the project is presented as a key milestone for early years education in Dubai.

The 24,500 square foot centre is designed for children aged zero to six and combines learning, play and wellbeing spaces. It features dedicated zones for exploration, creativity and physical development alongside indoor and outdoor environments that encourage social interaction, movement and nature-based learning. The design emphasises a carefully curated mix of environments to support each child's overall development.

HEI UAE forms part of a global network of HEI Schools that serves more than 1,700 children across more than 25 centres worldwide and adapts Finland's research-backed curriculum. The approach emphasises purposeful play, child-led learning and the consistent involvement of highly trained educators, with a strong focus on holistic development spanning social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth. Comprehensive teacher training will be delivered by HEI mentors from Finland to support implementation and educator development.

The general manager of HEI UAE said the project was advancing in Arabian Ranches and framed the centre as an environment where children develop naturally across academic, social and emotional domains supported by a model proven globally. The managing director of Ghobash Group characterised the initiative as a long-term investment in education that reflects the group's ambition to shape the sector and indicated potential for further expansion over time. Located within a well-established residential community, the centre aims to offer accessible, high-quality early learning aligned with international standards.

HEI UAE, an exclusive partnership between Ghobash Group and Helsinki International Schools, has launched a purpose-built flagship early learning centre in Arabian Ranches 1, Dubai. The launch marks the introduction of Finland's early childhood education model to the United Arab Emirates and follows a groundbreaking in November 2025. Construction has progressed since the groundbreaking and the project is presented as a key milestone for early years education in Dubai. The 24,500 square foot centre is designed for children aged zero to six and combines learning, play and wellbeing spaces. It features dedicated zones for exploration, creativity and physical development alongside indoor and outdoor environments that encourage social interaction, movement and nature-based learning. The design emphasises a carefully curated mix of environments to support each child's overall development. HEI UAE forms part of a global network of HEI Schools that serves more than 1,700 children across more than 25 centres worldwide and adapts Finland's research-backed curriculum. The approach emphasises purposeful play, child-led learning and the consistent involvement of highly trained educators, with a strong focus on holistic development spanning social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth. Comprehensive teacher training will be delivered by HEI mentors from Finland to support implementation and educator development. The general manager of HEI UAE said the project was advancing in Arabian Ranches and framed the centre as an environment where children develop naturally across academic, social and emotional domains supported by a model proven globally. The managing director of Ghobash Group characterised the initiative as a long-term investment in education that reflects the group's ambition to shape the sector and indicated potential for further expansion over time. Located within a well-established residential community, the centre aims to offer accessible, high-quality early learning aligned with international standards.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Real Estate

Adani begins construction of Dharavi rehabilitation homes

Construction of rehabilitation homes for eligible Dharavi residents has commenced at the 22-acre Matunga railway site, following a Bhoomi Poojan ceremony performed by Pranav Adani, Director, Adani Enterprises (AEL). The project, being implemented by Adani Navbharat Developers (ANDPL), envisages 10 towers comprising 10,432 rehabilitation apartments and 1,379 commercial and industrial units.Under the in-situ rehabilitation scheme, eligible residents will receive homes measuring 350 sq ft. Residents from Sectors 6 and 1 will be accommodated at Matunga first, followed by nearly 4,500 apartments fo..

Next Story
Real Estate

Adani begins construction of Dharavi rehabilitation homes

Construction of rehabilitation homes for eligible Dharavi residents has commenced at the 22-acre Matunga railway site, following a Bhoomi Poojan ceremony performed by Pranav Adani, Director, Adani Enterprises (AEL). The project, being implemented by Adani Navbharat Developers (ANDPL), envisages 10 towers comprising 10,432 rehabilitation apartments and 1,379 commercial and industrial units.Under the in-situ rehabilitation scheme, eligible residents will receive homes measuring 350 sq ft. Residents from Sectors 6 and 1 will be accommodated at Matunga first, followed by nearly 4,500 apartments fo..

Next Story
Equipment

Seven Propel 470 HEV electric tippers go to work on coal haulage in Chhattisgarh

Propel EV, the electric mobility division of Propel Industries and India's No. 1 electric tipper brand, has deployed seven 470 HEV electric trucks with a leading coal-haulage contractor at one of India's largest opencast coal mines in Chhattisgarh. The trucks are in daily operation, moving coal on continuous haul cycles in one of the most demanding applications in Indian mining.Why Electric - and Why CoalCoal haulage runs round the clock: heavy loads, long haul cycles, steep ramps and abrasive dust. It is also where diesel hurts most. Engines run continuously, fuel is the largest single operat..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code