Sharjah to host ‘Early Childhood City’ from 17 to 19 November

Sharjah Government Nurseries, part of Sharjah Education Academy (SEA), will host ‘Early Childhood City’ in collaboration with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) from 17 to 19 November 2026 at the Centre of Excellence in Early Childhood in Sharjah’s University City.

The event forms part of the emirate’s participation in the first national edition of Early Childhood Week, launched by the Ministry of Family in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority. Taking place across the UAE from 16 to 22 November 2026 under the theme ‘Every Moment Matters!’, the week is part of the national programmes marking the Year of Family.

Early Childhood City will offer an immersive community experience, bringing children and their families together in an interactive city featuring themed pavilions and dedicated zones exploring children’s development, learning, health and wellbeing. With participation from government and private sector organisations, the city has been designed to highlight the importance of the early years through educational, recreational and sporting activities, alongside awareness sessions and training programmes for families and educators. The event aims to deepen community understanding of children’s needs during this formative stage and highlight the role of families and early learning environments in nurturing their abilities, supporting their health and wellbeing, and laying the foundations for their learning and holistic development.

The programme will feature learning through play and exploration, sports and movement activities that develop children’s skills and encourage participation and cooperation, interactive cooking workshops, and activities promoting health and road safety awareness. Parents will also have access to specialist workshops, talks and consultations, providing practical knowledge and approaches to support their children’s development and learning in the early years.

Highlighting family role

Early Childhood City aims to raise community awareness of the importance of the early years and reinforce the family’s role as an essential partner in children’s upbringing and care. Through experiences that combine learning and enjoyment, it will help parents translate what they learn into everyday practices that support their children’s development and wellbeing.

Sharjah Education Academy invites families to visit Early Childhood City with their children and enjoy its diverse experiences. Admission is free, and the city will welcome visitors each day from 9am to 1pm and from 4pm to 8pm throughout the event.