The warmth of sunlight makes us happy. Not too hot – as we can experience in the summers of Dubai – but a kiss of sunlight on your face can be one of the best feelings in the world.
The harshness of electric light can sometimes be necessary but it is our belief that kind of lighting should play a minimal role in a nursery setting.
When children are in a classroom environment, how do we want them to feel? Safe, secure and at ease. This is why we try to use as much natural lighting as possible, to help those feelings establish themselves as quickly as possible. Plenty of windows, salt lamps and fairy lights and you have yourself a cozy, comfy space to explore.
Something you may have noticed about snack time in the nursery is that the lights are always low and the fairy lights and salt lamps are on. When we eat, our bodies are nourished and comforted; which in itself, requires calm. Almost always, it’s like a switch flips within the children that tells them that they can stop, rest and recharge.
And after a busy morning at nursery, that’s definitely what they need! #theinspirephilosophy
As an eco nursery in Dubai who has been established in Jumeirah for the last 30 years, we are honored to welcome the next generation of students into the Kid’s Island Nursery in Jumeirah family and it is rewarding to hear parents say “I remember what it felt like when I experienced this at the nursery for the first time”. It is important to cherish your warm childhood memories and even more important to create new ones with your child.
