How to Evaluate a Nursery: Key Questions Every Parent Should Ask

Choosing the right start makes all the difference.

When it comes to your child’s early years education, few decisions are as important as choosing the right nursery. The early years, starting with nursery, set the foundation for a child’s emotional, social, and academic development, making it vital for parents to evaluate their options carefully.

At St Christopher’s School Bahrain, we understand that this decision can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help parents ask the right questions and to highlight why our Nursery programme may be the ideal place to begin your child’s learning journey.

1. What Curriculum Is Being Followed?

A strong Early Years curriculum should support play-based learning while offering structure and clear developmental milestones.

At St Christopher’s, we follow the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), blending creative exploration with academic readiness in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

2. What Are the Teacher Qualifications?

Ask about staff credentials, training, and experience.

Our Nursery team includes qualified early years specialists with extensive experience in British curriculum settings. Many hold UK or internationally recognised teaching certifications and are passionate about early childhood development.

3. How Does the School Support Emotional and Social Growth?

A good Nursery programme nurtures not just intellect, but also empathy, independence, and resilience.

At St Christopher’s School, we prioritise social-emotional development through small class sizes, dedicated pastoral care, and child-centred learning environments.

4. What Are the Facilities Like?

Young children thrive in spaces designed just for them. Tour the classrooms, outdoor play areas, and enrichment facilities.

Our purpose-built Nursery at St Chris features bright, well-resourced classrooms, dedicated outdoor learning areas, and access to specialist music, PE, and Arabic lessons — all within a safe, secure campus.

5. What Is the School’s Reputation and Track Record?

Word of mouth, accreditation, and longevity matter.

As Bahrain’s premier British International School, St Christopher’s has a proud legacy dating back to 1961. We are non-profit, highly respected, and consistently recognised for our academic standards and community values. In 2025 St Chris was recognised as a Spear’s Top 100 International School in the world for a fourth consecutive year. 

A Unique Opportunity: The 2025/26 Nursery Offer

There has never been a better time to consider Nursery at St Chris. For the 2025/26 academic year, families can now access discounted nursery fees starting at just BHD 669 per term — a savings of over BHD 1,500 per year.

This limited-time offer reflects our commitment to making world-class early education more accessible for families in Bahrain.

Final Thoughts

Choosing a nursery in Bahrain should be about more than convenience, it should reflect your aspirations for your child.

Whether you're looking for the British curriculum, a nurturing international environment, or simply the best start for your little one, St Christopher’s School Bahrain offers all this and more.

To learn more or book a tour, visit www.st-chris.net and discover why so many families choose St Chris for their child’s Early Years journey.