Canadian University Dubai — Childcare Facilities and Support
Our Commitment
Canadian University Dubai is committed to supporting the academic and professional success of parents within our community. To help students and staff balance family responsibilities with their studies and careers, the University provides access to childcare facilities through a formally affiliated, subsidized partnership.
Recognizing that the lack of childcare is a significant barrier to women's participation in higher education, CUD's childcare support initiatives are designed to promote female student retention, staff well-being, and gender equality.
Affiliated Childcare Facilities for Students and Staff
CUD maintains a formal partnership with an early childhood center adjacent to the City Walk campus to provide accessible childcare facilities for our community.
| Childcare Facility | Target Group | Subsidy / Discount | Facility Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honey Bee Nursery (Affiliated Partner) | CUD Students, Alumni, and Staff | 25% discount on registration fees | Licensed facility caring for children from 4 months to 4 years. Offers the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Located in the City Walk development, adjacent to campus. |
| Canadian Nursery Dubai – “Touche à Tout” (Historical) | CUD Students and Staff | Standard tuition fees applied | Launched in 2018 on the CUD campus. Provided an inclusive, English- and French-immersive early childhood program. |
How the Childcare Support Works
- Accessibility: The Honey Bee Nursery is strategically located in the same City Walk development as the university, ensuring a short commute for student-parents and staff.
- Flexible Hours: The nursery operates daily from early morning to early evening, accommodating the demanding schedules of university students and working professionals.
- Financial Support: While the service is not completely free, CUD negotiates a 25% reduction on registration fees, significantly lowering the financial barrier for student mothers and staff.
Impact on Student Retention and Gender Equality
The provision of accessible childcare facilities is a direct strategy to support women in education. New mothers and parents face significant challenges in balancing childcare with academic schedules. By facilitating reliable childcare, CUD aims to:
- Prevent Dropouts: Allow recent mothers to continue attending university courses rather than pausing or abandoning their studies.
- Promote Gender Equality: Reduce one of the key structural barriers that disproportionately affects female students and staff.
- Foster a Family-Friendly Campus: Create an environment where having young children is not an obstacle to academic progress or career advancement.
Alignment with National and Global Goals
These childcare facilities and support mechanisms align with SDG 5 (Gender Equality), particularly UN Target 5.4 (recognize and value unpaid care and domestic work through the provision of public services, infrastructure and social protection policies). By providing subsidized childcare access, CUD actively supports the role of women as both mothers and scholars/professionals.
For more information, contact the Student Affairs Office or Human Resources Department.