Awards & Recognitions
Jumeirah International Nurseries is proud to carry forward Fortes Education’s longstanding heritage of excellence. We are honoured to be recognised by respected platforms and industry bodies for our contribution to early childhood education.
Some of our awards and recognition include:
Gulf News and Being She Lifetime Achievement Award
Mrs Shakuntala Mankani, Founder of Jumeirah International Nurseries
Our Founder, Mrs Shakuntala Mankani, was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the prestigious Gulf News and Being She Excellence Awards 2024.
The award was presented by Her Excellency Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, a distinguished Emirati leader and respected member of the Sharjah royal family.
This recognition celebrates Mrs Mankani’s remarkable contribution to the education sector, as well as her unwavering commitment to educational excellence, innovation and the development of generations of young learners.
Read the feature article to learn more about the Being She Excellence Awards, held in association with Gulf News, and this inspiring achievement here.
Mother, Baby & Child Awards 2021-22 – Gold Winner
We were proud to be named Nursery of the Year at the Mother, Baby & Child Awards 2021–22.
This achievement would not have been possible without the love and support of our Jumeirah International Nurseries families, the dedication of our exceptional team and, most importantly, our wonderful children, who make every moment so special.
Bayut Awards 2021
We were honoured to be nominated for Best Nursery Chain in Dubai at the Bayut Awards 2021.
The awards celebrated organisations contributing to the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to make Dubai one of the happiest cities in the world.
Readers’ Choice Award 2018
Jumeirah International Nurseries was proud to be named Best Nursery 2018 by Russian Emirates’ Family & Kids magazine.
DEWA Conservation Awards 2017
The Jumeirah International Nurseries team was proud to win the Nursery Category at the DEWA Conservation Awards 2017.
This recognition strengthened our commitment to teaching children about the importance of conserving energy and water, while encouraging environmentally responsible habits from an early age.
Edarabia Parents’ Choice Award 2017
Jumeirah International Nurseries was proud to receive the Edarabia Parents’ Choice Award 2017.
We remain deeply grateful to our families and wider community for their continued trust, support and affection.
