Early childhood is the first period of a child’s life when they will develop rapidly both emotionally and physically. It is during this time that a child develops their first sense of trust in adults and begins to develop social skills and communication. As more and more parents seek structured early learning opportunities for their young children, there has been a greater demand for high-quality play groups in the Andheri area and surrounding communities. Bees & Cubs in Chandivali-Powai, close to Andheri East, is now considered one of the go-to places for early learning and development for many parents looking for a supportive, play-based group.
The first few years of a child’s life involve an explosion of brain development, discovery, and physical and emotional growth. A structured play group provides the right type of setting for your child to meet these milestones.
Play Group supports your child in developing the necessary social skills, adapting to routines, and developing confident communication skills while allowing your child to be independent and develop new skills through hands-on learning. This lays the groundwork for your child to be successful in preschool and elementary school.
The Andheri-Chandivali-Powai corridor has developed into an educational community that is education-focused with state-of-the-art buildings, amenities that cater to parents, and schools such as Bees & Cubs that provide quality early years education.
Bees & Cubs is the Pre-Primary Wing of the Nahar International School, which delivers a world-class early years experience based on whole-child development.
Each area within Bees & Cubs has been carefully planned to make young children feel comfortable and encouraged to explore, play and learn. The bright colours, large spaces and fun play areas all work together to provide a welcoming and stimulating learning environment.
We are located in Nahar’s Amrit Shakti, Chandivali, and we are just a short distance away from:
This makes us an attractive option for parents who live or work in or around Andheri.
Bees & Cubs uses the widely recognized Cambridge Early Years curriculum, using an inquiry-based model of learning where children are encouraged to think creatively, explore, and develop across multiple domains. Our approach is very child-centred and differentiates us from more traditional play groups.
Bees & Cubs has what is inarguably one of the most well-designed early-learning centres in the area. Each part of our centre from the thoughtfully planned infrastructure to the learning zones has been built with care, safety, and child development in mind.
All of our classrooms are large, well-lit, and have small furniture so that children can be independent and comfortable in their learning spaces.
Specific zones have been created to give children the freedom to move, discover and learn through active play and exploration.
Children use the senses of touch, hearing and sight to engage in various forms of experiential learning that promote their cognition and creativity.
Young children are able to further develop their physical abilities through outdoor play, climbing structures and movement-based activities.
All common areas of the campus have CCTV cameras for monitoring entry and exit, and also maintain good sanitation practices.
In addition to being comfortable, all of the materials and equipment used for children’s learning and play at Bees & Cubs have been selected for safety.
At Bees & Cubs, we understand that young children learn best through play and therefore we focus on providing a child-centred learning environment that encourages imagination, exploration and joyful learning.
Our monthly themes, festivals, celebrations, and activity-based learning keep young children curious and interested.
All of our activities are designed to assist in the development of young children’s cognitive, emotional, language, and social skills, and are based on internationally accepted guidelines for early years development.
Art, storytelling, music and manipulative toys all assist in developing young children’s fine-motor, gross-motor and communication skills.
Our daily schedule is a balance of the following activities:
Bees & Cubs offers a variety of programs tailored to the needs of each age group, all of which align with the Cambridge Early Years Framework.
A foundational program focused on developing readiness, communication, sensory learning and structured socialization.
Preschool programs that prepare young children for elementary school through a sequential and conceptualized curriculum.
Safe, supervised, child-friendly, and activity-based daycare services designed to support working parents and keep children engaged throughout the day.
Teachers are certified in early childhood development and practice globally recognized best practices for early childhood education.
Designed to enable teachers to spend quality time with each student and provide emotional support.
Teachers regularly attend workshops, reflect on their practices, and continually improve their skills.
Entry points into the building are monitored by camera to control access.
All staff members undergo background checks and training.
Schools follow the emergency preparedness and fire safety policies of Nahar International School.
The school maintains cleanliness and follows healthy standards for children throughout the facility.
Play Groups are open to children 2 years and above.
2 years to 3 years.
(Note: Mandatory Orientation is required according to their Official Admission Policy.)
Admission to the school for the academic year generally opens between October and January and continues until the school is full.
Regular meetings with teachers ensure that parents are kept up to date regarding their child’s development.
Parents are provided regular updates via school communications channels.
Parents may request special sessions to discuss their child’s specific development needs or concerns.
“The teachers are incredibly warm and patient, my child settled in faster than I ever expected.”
“I love how structured yet playful the curriculum is; my daughter looks forward to school every day.”
“The facilities are outstanding, the activity rooms and play areas make learning so much more engaging.”
“After completing play group, my son smoothly transitioned to EY1 with full confidence; the foundation was clearly strong.”
“Bees & Cubs helped my daughter become independent and school-ready; the shift to higher levels felt effortless.”
“We noticed improved communication, social skills, and confidence, making the EY-level transition extremely successful.”
Each activity at Bees & Cubs is designed to contribute to the emotional, cognitive, social and physical development of young children.
Children attending Bees & Cubs are confident, safe and happy to learn and grow.
Our curriculum is structured around the Cambridge Early Years Framework to ensure that our children have a consistent and progressive learning experience.
Our facilities are designed specifically for early learning and are clean and safe for children.
2 years and above.
Yes, 2 years is the ideal age to start learning readiness.
Between 2 and 2.5 years.
Typically, 2 to 3 hours a day for the play group.
Controlled entry/exit, secure campus, and background-checked staff and strict sanitation standards.
Enquire → Attend Orientation → Fill in Admission Form → Confirm Seat.
Nahar's Amrit Shakti, Near Nahar's Nectarfield Clubhouse, Chandivali, Mumbai 400072
Phone Number: 022-69596000
Email: info@beesandcubs.ac.in
Tour our classrooms and play spaces.
Understand our philosophy of teaching.
See firsthand how we teach our students.