The best preschools and kindergartens in Singapore: A big fat list of play-based, bilingual, Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired schools

Looking for a preschool near you? You've come to the right place. We've put together this giant list of Singapore preschools that follow Montessori methods, Reggio Emilia and more!

Parents, we get it. Choosing the perfect preschool in Singapore is no easy feat. This list of Singapore preschools alone proves how many fab learning centres and early childhood programs we have on this little island! But the good news? No matter what your priorities are, there’s definitely a preschool out there that fits your parenting style to a T.

If you want someone to do more than mind your child, take a look at our list of recommended preschools in Singapore, from play-based learning, bilingual immersion programmes, to full-day childcare-style options, international schools and Montessori and Reggio Emilia-based curriculums. There are so many preschool programmes scattered across the island, you’ll easily find a great option near you, from Sentosa and Jurong West to Marine Parade and Tanglin too.

And psst – there’s no shame in being a little kiasu: you’ll probably end up on three different waiting lists before you find that perfect preschool in Singapore. But it’s worth it!

Do you have a great preschool to recommend? Write to us at hello@honeykidsasia.com and tell us what you love about it!

All the best preschools & kindergartens in Singapore

1. MapleBear Preschool

• A preschool that combines the best of Canadian and Singaporean early childhood education
• Offers infant care services through to Kindergarten 2 level
• Over 50 centres islandwide

MapleBear Preschool needs no introduction – this preschool stands out for its strong bilingual offering, where children learn English and Chinese through the immersion approach. This means that children are exposed to both languages in MapleBear’s classrooms, whether it’s during lessons or play time. The preschool offers an integrated curriculum that combines Canada’s global skills-based approach with Singapore’s strong academic foundations. It comes as no surprise that the MapleBear’s students graduate with strong reading, mathematics, and science skills.

If all that sounds intimidating, fret not; a day in the life of a MapleBear student is actually filled with lots of fun discoveries. The preschool uses play-based learning to help its children achieve learning outcomes, nurturing traits like curiosity, confidence, and social-emotional skills along the way. Plus, starting the kids’ learning journey in an international preschool network (over 510 centres worldwide!) that’s one of the leaders in bilingual education comes with lots of opportunities, such as cultural exchange and diverse classrooms.

MapleBear Preschool’s full profile

2. Star Learners Child Care

• Known for its award-winning literature-based curriculum
• Caters to children aged two months to six years (infant care available at selected centres only)
• More than 40 centres islandwide

Every day is an adventure at Star Learners Child Care, where the preschool uses its unique literature-based curriculum to inspire and foster a lifelong love for learning in little ones. What does this entail? It means Star Learners uses the power of stories and storytelling to teach concepts like literacy and numeracy, while helping children develop critical thinking and social-emotional skills. Not only does this innovative approach make lessons engaging, it also makes learning more meaningful and relevant. With this, Star Learners aim to nurture children who are happy learners, empathic thinkers, respectful and confident communicators, as well as open collaborators – as per its Starbeam Framework that’s also aligned with the Singapore Ministry of Education’s (MOE) Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) framework.

Keen to enrol your child here? The good news is that Star Learners is one of the Early Childhood Development Agency’s (ECDA) appointed Partner Operators, which means you can expect high quality child care and education at an affordable fee. Child care and infant care fees for Singaporean children are capped at $650 and $1,250 respectively – and that’s before we factor in the government subsidies that you might be entitled to. The preschool is easily accessible as well, as there are over 40 Star Learners centres islandwide!

Star Learners Child Care’s website

3. Mulberry Learning

• The world’s first and only preschool network in the world to be certified by The Institute for Habits of Mind
• Over 20 centres islandwide
• Singapore Preschool of the Year winner in the Singapore Education Awards 2024 and 2025

Ever heard of Habits of Mind? This is an internationally recognised framework that develops intelligent thinking, and Mulberry Learning is the only preschool network in the world that’s certified by the framework’s founding organisation to deliver it. In fact, Habits of Mind is also used by Singapore’s Ministry of Education in local schools’ Gifted Education Programme.

At Mulberry Learning, the Habits of Mind and Reggio Emilia framework is thoughtfully woven into every child’s school day through the preschool’s award-winning iDevelop-iExplore-iExperience-iLearn curriculum to nurture future-ready children. This includes signature programmes such as Picasso Kidz (art), Busy Baker (culinary skills), Little Newton (science), and more! All these experiences take place in Mulberry Learning’s warm, Reggio Emilia-inspired classrooms – and you are warmly invited to visit with your little ones during its house, or book a personalised tour to experience the environment firsthand.

Mulberry Learning’s full profile

4. EtonHouse International School and Pre-School

• Standalone preschools and K12 schools offering programmes from infant care to internationally recognised pre-university pathway
• The only education group in Singapore and China that represents the Reggio Emilia approach
• A pioneer in bilingual and nature education

EtonHouse International School and Pre-School is one of the big names in Singapore education, with good reason. The school is a trusted leader with 14 campuses in Singapore that deliver a personalised inquiry-based curriculum that’s inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. It’s also the only school in Singapore that collaborates directly with the Reggio Children international network, and its teachers receive exclusive training opportunities with the network on a regular basis. Definitely a preschool to have in your shortlist if you’re looking for one that follows the Reggio approach!

Aside from this, EtonHouse is known for its Chinese-English bilingual programme as well. This is offered in all of its campuses, with selected ones offering the popular EtonHouse ZhongHua Full Mandarin Immersion programme. This is a preschool that values nature education, reinforcing the importance of outdoor spaces as an extension of learning that takes place in the classroom. Outdoor education is seamlessly woven into its curriculum – especially so at its three nature-themed preschools: Garden School by the Bay, Nature Pre-School, and Pre-School by the Beach on Sentosa. You’re welcome to book a tour to visit your preferred EtonHouse preschool at any time.

EtonHouse International School and Pre-School’s full profile

5. My First Skool

• Offers tailored learning for every stage of a child’s development
• Uses a research-backed curriculum and provides expert support for children
• Makes quality preschool education affordable with 160 centres around Singapore

It’s not an understatement to say that My First Skool is one of the most popular preschools in Singapore. The preschool scored 92% in its 2024 Parents’ Satisfaction Survey; and a recent joint study with the National Institute of Education found that most of My First Skool’s children achieve above average performance in oral language, literacy, and numeracy due to its quality learning environment. The preschool has thoughtfully designed its curriculum and learning spaces to meet the evolving needs of children at each stage of their development. Early years students (from birth to three years old) are exposed to a relationships-based approach that focuses on building a strong foundation of trust and emotional development; whereas the older children follow a curriculum that nurtures social skills, resilience, and academic readiness while reinforcing three key foundational skills: relational skills, global citizenship, and digital intelligence – all of which help them grow into well-rounded and future-ready individuals.

Through a research-backed curriculum and a relationship-based approach, My First Skool emphasises social-emotional and inquiry-based learning, sustainability education, and digital safety lessons – including a certified digital intelligence programme for K2 children – among other key areas. Plus, it’s the first Anchor Operator preschool (preschools offering quality education at affordable fees) with an in-house team of child support specialists, including occupational therapists, early interventionists, and more. And for the folks in Punggol and Pasir Ris – you’re in luck, as both of My First Skool’s award-winning campuses that look like every kid’s dream are located there (2 Punggol Drive and 3 Pasir Ris Drive 6)!

My First Skool’s website

6. Little Skool-House

• Uses a proven bilingual curriculum
• Has a dedicated Primary School Readiness programme
• Offers a diverse range of inclusive enrichment programmes

Our list won’t be complete without Little Skool-House – and for good reason. With an impressive 95% parent satisfaction score in 2024, and 93% of students graduating highly proficient in English and Mandarin – the preschool is one of the top choices for parents who want an immersive bilingual education for their children. A day at Little Skool-House is filled with activities such as interactive storytelling and discussions on current issues, which encourages daily conversations among children to naturally build their language fluency. Beyond language, the preschool builds strong literacy skills through a personalised guided reading and writing programme. It also nurtures essential life skills by combining hands-on experiences with structured routines in its curriculum, teaching financial literacy and fostering independence and adaptability to children – all to ensure a smooth transition to Primary 1.

And because learning goes beyond books, Little Skool-House offers inclusive enrichment programmes as part of its core curriculum too. From bouldering for problem-solving to cognitive training for memory and analytical thinking, every child gains confidence, coordination, and resilience – ensuring they’re not just school-ready, but future-ready.

Little Skool-House’s website

7. St. Joseph’s Institution International Preschool

• Holistic and child-centred approach to learning
• Fosters character development through The Virtues Project
• Starting age: Two years

Families love St. Joseph’s Institution (SJI) International Preschool for its warm environment, where children learn and grow in a love-filled school. The preschool follows an inquiry-based approach that’s deeply rooted in social constructivism, meaning that children are actively learning through exploration as well as interactions with their peers. Expect a school day that’s filled with activities promoting collaborative investigation, meaningful dialogue, and shared discovery that takes place within the classroom, as well as beyond through its distinctive outdoor learning programme. Every lesson is carefully designed in such a way as to allow children to learn through authentic, real-world experiences. This encourages children to use their natural curiosity to question, investigate, and reflect together with their peers and educators.

Last but not least, as a Lasallian Catholic preschool, pastoral care is a hallmark of SJI International Preschool. Its pastoral care programme is supported by the globally recognised Virtues Project, helping children build a positive sense of self through the learning of virtues, all of which are integrated into their school day. Coupled with a curriculum that covers everything from literacy and numeracy to technology and the arts, you can be sure that your child will receive a holistic education at SJI International Preschool – one that nurtures the whole child and lays a strong foundation for them to thrive in the future.

St. Joseph’s Institution International Preschool’s full profile

8. MOE Kindergarten

• Caters to Singapore citizens and permanent resident children aged five to six years old
• Curriculum and programmes are specially developed by specialists from Ministry of Education (MOE), Singapore
• Over 50 locations islandwide, all of which are located within primary schools.

High quality kindergarten education doesn’t need to break the bank – and MOE Kindergarten (MK) is great proof of this. With a curriculum that is designed by the same MOE specialists who developed the Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) framework – which sets the guidelines for quality preschool education for children aged four to six in Singapore – you can be confident that your children are participating in thoughtfully designed and engaging learning experiences. MK has a strong focus on bilingualism (English and the three main mother tongue languages: Chinese, Malay, and Tamil), as well as providing children with a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy. Children develop these skills through MK’s flagship HI-Light and Starlight Literacy programmes, which combine purposeful play and quality interactions to nurture children’s holistic development.

All MKs are located within primary schools, which gives children a unique advantage in preparing for the seamless transition into the ‘big kids school’. Thinking of enrolling your children at MK but they’ve yet to turn five? Some MKs have partnerships with selected Early Years Centres (EYCs) by E-Bridge Pre-School, NTUC My First Skool, and PCF Sparkletots Preschool, where your children are guaranteed a spot in the EYC’s partner MK once they turn five. How’s that for a strong start?

MOE Kindergarten’s website

9. XCL World Academy

• Brand new dedicated Early and Primary Years building
• Has a unique outdoor learning programme
• Weekly swimming lessons included

XCL World Academy’s (XWA) Early Years calls itself the preschool of the future, and it’s easy to see why! The school goes all out to cultivate a love of learning in little bubs aged 18 months onwards — wowing families with age-appropriate libraries and science labs, as well as lovely outdoor learning spaces. Benefitting from the renowned IBPYP curriculum, children go through a transdisciplinary inquiry-based approach. The Little Xplorers Outdoor Learning programme is a stand-out for fostering a connection between kids and nature. Plus, the school offers weekly swimming lessons for its preschoolers, held in an indoor heated pool. Children learn to be effectively bilingual here, developing fluency in both English and Mandarin right from the get-go.

A dedicated pastoral care programme is also in place to ensure each student’s social and emotional development is in good hands. Parents are very much part of the equation at XWA, working hand-in-hand with teachers to help their children flourish. They’re kept in the loop through regular updates about school happenings, progress, and (celebratory!) milestones hit by each child.

XCL World Academy’s website

10. International French School (Singapore)

• Multicultural, bilingual international education
• Fully-certified French national curriculum
• Offers smooth transition from preschool to high school

If you prioritise diversity and language-learning opportunities, check out the kindergarten programme at International French School (Singapore). With over 70 nationalities represented, this international school offers children a truly multicultural learning environment that complements its plurilingual approach to education. Just think: this is a school where children enjoy daily exposure to French, English, and even Mandarin! And if you’re wondering about the school’s curriculum, rest assured that IFS – like all 600+ French schools worldwide – follows the academic framework of the French national curriculum that’s set and regulated by the French Ministry of Education. This is also delivered through a low student-teacher ratio that ensures every child receives personalised instruction and attentive care. On top of that, kindergarten students benefit from the school’s brand-new, zero-energy building. This new building is designed in a villa concept to encourage inquiry-driven learning and collaboration between children. And that’s not all, IFS is the first international school to hold the Data Protection Trustmark that’s awarded by Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority. This means that the school practises responsible data protection to manage all its students and families’ personal data.

Keen to check out IFS but not sure if your child needs prior French language skills to enrol? The good news is that the school welcomes students from all backgrounds, regardless of their level of French proficiency. In fact, it recently launched a new kindergarten pathway – English International Stream – that delivers the French curriculum fully in English!

International French School’s (Singapore) full profile

11. Brighton College (Singapore)

• Seven key areas of learning
• Low child-educator ratios
• Exciting lessons like woodwork and cooking

Every child is different, and that’s something to be celebrated. This is at the core of Brighton College’s (Singapore) approach, which uses the magic combination of a dynamic curriculum and passionate teachers to help children learn at their pace. Following UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, the preschool’s play-based curriculum revolves around communication and language; personal, social, and emotional development; physical development; literacy; mathematics; understanding the world; as well as expressive arts and design.

With small class sizes plus fab child-educator ratios of one-to-four in Pre-Nursery and Nursery, followed by one-to-10 in Reception, the school even takes it up a notch by exposing the children to exciting lessons like woodwork and cooking. Students are at their happiest learning in a specially curated environment, complete with spacious and naturally-lit classrooms. Psst, this is where collaboration and independent learning work hand in hand! Parents are encouraged to be involved in their child’s day-to-day life here too, and are updated regularly.

Brighton College’s (Singapore) full profile

12. E-Bridge Pre-School

• An AOP preschool under the EtonHouse Education Group
• Follows a Reggio Emilia-inspired, guided inquiry-based learning approach
• More than 30 centres islandwide

E-Bridge Pre-School is one of the most popular preschools in town, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s part of the EtonHouse Education Group, an established and highly regarded homegrown education provider; and it’s also an AOP appointed by ECDA. This means that the preschool provides high quality teaching and childcare offerings at an affordable fee: capped at $664.90 for Singapore citizen children who are attending full day childcare, or $1,346.15 for infant care.

Following a Reggio Emilia-inspired, guided inquiry-based learning approach, children are encouraged to explore, question, and learn through meaningful hands-on experiences. You can see this philosophy reflected in the preschool’s thoughtfully designed learning environments. Think calm, inviting, and nature-inspired spaces – environments that act as children’s ‘third teacher’. Alongside that are experienced educators who guide children in their day-to-day learning, all of whom are supported through ongoing resources from both EtonHouse Education Group and Reggio Children in Italy, ensuring the preschool offers strong and globally informed teaching practice. So you can rest assured that your children are in good hands here.

The preschool is easily accessible too, as there are more than 30 centres islandwide. News is that E-Bridge is opening a new centre in Punggol Coast soon, which is set to be its third large childcare centre. Check its website for updates on this!

E-Bridge Pre-School’s website

13. Overseas Family School

• Follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC)
• Curriculum includes mother tongue and foreign languages lessons
• Caters to children aged two to five years old

Did you know that Overseas Family School (OFS) is one of the pioneers in the Singapore international school scene? Kids at OFS Kindergarten follow the IEYC, an innovative and research-based curriculum that blends global trends and best practices in early childhood education. It builds on the little ones’ natural curiosity as well, allowing a combination of child-initiated and teacher-led learning to give them the best schooling experience from the start.

Expect your kids’ day at OFS Kindergarten to include a mix of enquiry and play-based learning, all of which are designed to support their holistic development: physical, social, and emotional. They also have access to specialist lessons in music, physical education (gym and swimming), cooking, etc. Sounds great? That’s not all – families love this kindergarten for its 15-language strong mother tongue and foreign language programme (German, Japanese, Russian, Finnish, and more), which are included into the curriculum at no additional fee! How awesome is that?

Overseas Family School’s full profile

14. German European School Singapore

• Pre-kindergarten and up
• English-German bilingual programme available
• Starting age: two years old

German European School Singapore (GESS)‘s preschool caters to students from two to five years within a purpose-built preschool home where there are age-appropriate facilities ranging from outdoor play areas, visual atelier, preschool library, music rooms, sports rooms and more! All activities are child-centred and give students the freedom to influence the flow of learning with their own questions, curiosities and areas of interest. Its teachers are experts in listening to the children and adapting the programs to make it relevant to the children’s experiences in the world at any given point! The preschool curriculum is built on the IB PYP and Reggio-inspired. Children will be exposed to an inquiry-based learning environment with focus on language, mathematical, scientific, artistic, and physical disciplines.

German European School Singapore’s full profile

15. International Community School (Singapore)

• Known for its joyful and play-based learning approach
• Starting age: four years old in K4 (pre-kindergarten)
• Winner of five categories – including Best Small School in Singapore – at the Singapore Education Awards 2025

The educators at International Community School (Singapore) believe that children learn best when they feel happy, safe, and allowed to explore. That’s why ICS uses a play-based approach in its pre-kindergarten and kindergarten year groups, where children get to explore the world through meaningful hands-on activities. Students also take the lead during play time, where they get access to a wide range of indoor and outdoor play facilities on campus. Besides that, ICS offers a strong service learning programme that teaches students the meaning of community too. Little ones get to observe and design a plan to meet the needs of their community through tangible ways. More importantly, ICS places a strong emphasis on developing literacy and handwriting skills. With zero screen time in the classroom, students learn to process their thinking through writing activities. These activities are intentionally designed by teachers to develop children’s early literacy skills, as well as encourage character development and independence – all of which will help with their transition into its elementary school. There’s a bilingual programme in place as well, where students are exposed to both English and Mandarin from day one, developing into confident readers and collaborators by the end of kindergarten.

Last but not least, ICS is known for its strong community spirit, having won Best Small School in Singapore for four years in a row; as well as Editor’s Choice for Student Wellbeing Award. With a low student-teacher ratio and tight knit community, children feel seen, heard, and supported at ICS Early Years Learning Program.

International Community School (Singapore)’s full profile

16. Global Indian International School

• Offers the Global Montessori Plus (GMP)
• Preschool housed in the SMART campus in Punggol
• Extended programme (till 3.30pm) option available

Children at Global Indian International School (GIIS)’s preschool follow the award-winning GMP, an enhanced Montessori programme that’s unique to GIIS. The school combines the renowned Montessori approach with the multiple intelligences theory and delivers it in a technology-rich environment. Regardless of the curriculum, all GIIS students have access to purposefully designed classrooms that cater to their developmental needs, such as the Montessori lab, student innovation rooms, and over 40 skills-based studios. There’s also an extended programme for families who require daycare arrangements, so children can benefit from additional school sessions up to 3.30pm.

Global Indian International School’s full profile

17. North London Collegiate School (Singapore)

• Uses a child-centred approach, with a strong focus on English and Mathematics.
• Music as well as physical and health education lessons taught by specialist teachers
• Starting age: three years old

Aptly called the First School, North London Collegiate School’s (Singapore) Early Years is all about making the start of every child’s learning and schooling experience a joyful one. Life in the First School is vibrant, happy, and exciting, where children learn through play and practical activities that inspire them. Parents get to be involved too – you will get to visit your children and their peers’ showcases such as the Pre-Kindergarten students’ tiny town, the Kindergarten 2’s medieval banquet, as well as the Grade 1’s Aztec Day. There will be field trips to complement classroom learning, such as trips to the theatre, local temples, and Bird Paradise. Children are taught weekly music as well as physical and health education lessons, all of which are taught by specialist teachers.

If you are wondering how children are supported for their future learning journey at NLCS (Singapore), rest assured that teachers will be carefully preparing your little ones for a seamless transition from First School into Lower School. From daily phonics to the development of essential speaking, listening, and pre-reading skills, children are equipped with strong foundations that will carry them confidently through their school life. Academics aside, children are taught important values like kindness, respect, and responsibility on a daily basis. You can also access your children’s learning progress weekly through the Seesaw app, with regular parent-teacher consultation meetings and termly progress reports scheduled throughout the year.

North London Collegiate School (Singapore)’s full profile

18. Brighton Montessori

• Unique Montessori approach
• Intensive Chinese Immersion Programme from Nursery 2 onwards
• Montessori-prepared indoor and outdoor environment

Prefer a Montessori education for your child? Then Brighton Montessori should definitely be on your list. While staying true to the Montessori approach, this preschool allows children to learn at their own pace. Every child does their own Montessori work, and has their own milestones to achieve. Brighton Montessori’s curriculum is also enhanced with its unique Kids Fun Discover Programme, a 90-minute English language programme where children learn through play. Little ones learn about the world around them through activities planned by their teachers, such as speech and drama, music and movement, outdoor adventures, art, cookery, and even computer studies! From Nursery 2 level onwards, children will have access to the preschool’s Intensive Chinese Immersion Programme, a 90-minute programme that’s fully taught by its Mandarin teachers who are native speakers. Just like all other programmes at Brighton Montessori, this is also taught through fun activities which includes calligraphy as well. What’s more, all of these take place within nine of the preschool’s Montessori-prepared campuses. With spacious and neat environments equipped with Montessori materials, as well as state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor playgrounds, every Brighton Montessori child is set up for success in primary school and beyond!

Brighton Montessori’s full profile

19. Trehaus School

• Preschool and childcare
• Coworking space available for parents
• Starting age: 18 months

Imagine dropping off your little one at their preschool and working just a few steps away from them. Sounds great? Then Trehaus School is the perfect preschool for your family! This Silicon Valley-inspired preschool and childcare is situated close to the Central Business District of Singapore, making it super convenient for families to get to. The preschool uses its proprietary curriculum, Little Projects, which is a super fun project-based programme designed to raise future-ready changemakers. It also draws from five leading pedagogies in its approach to education, namely the Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory, Somatics, and Respectful Caregiving to create a child-led curriculum adapted to meet the needs of each individual child. At Trehaus School, educators aim to nurture all aspects of the children such as adaptability, resilience, and empathy — all of them essential qualities for thriving in our ever-changing world. Plus, with the school’s one-to-five teacher-student ratio, teachers can offer tailored assistance more effectively in order to help them succeed. Last but not least, parents can join Trehaus’ Business Club to enjoy a dedicated adults-only work area while being an integral part of their child’s early learning journey.

Trehaus School’s full profile

20. Tanglin Trust School’s Infant School

• First school in Asia to be awarded the Early Years Quality Mark and Curiosity Approach accreditation
• Offers a forest school programme
• Consistently graded ‘Outstanding’ under British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspections

Here’s a school that offers children a warm and nurturing environment, one where little ones are encouraged to be curious and creative. The award-winning Tanglin Trust School Nursery and Infant School is based on the English National Curriculum, offering children an early years programme that blends teacher-led and child-initiated learning. This ensures children get a right balance of structure and play during a school day. Learning isn’t confined to the classrooms at Tanglin, as students from Nursery to Year 2 benefit from its forest school sessions, regular field trips, as well as a full music and art programme.

Tanglin is the first school in Asia to achieve the Curiosity Approach accreditation – an educational approach that promotes learning in environments with authentic, natural, open-ended, and recycled resources to spark curiosity, sustainability, and encourage exploration. The facilities and environment are designed to encourage this approach, with the expansive outdoor playground and lush forest school area providing lots of enjoyment and learning for children. On top of that, Tanglin believes that “a moving child is a learning child”, so Nursery and Infant School children enjoy a comprehensive physical education curriculum, which includes swimming lessons in a dedicated infant pool, learn-to-cycle programme, and even an age-appropriate climbing wall, Last but not least, it’s reassuring for parents to know that this not-for-profit international school was rated ‘outstanding’ in its most recent BSO inspection.

Tanglin Trust School’s full profile

21. MindChamps PreSchool Singapore

• Voted as the number one premium preschool by parents in Singapore based on a survey conducted by Influential Brands and Superbrands
• The only preschool to use the Champion Mindset methodology – developed by a world-renowned neuroscientist – at the heart of its curriculum and pedagogy
• 38 centres islandwide, including four Chinese preschools and three performing arts preschools

MindChamps PreSchool Singapore needs no introduction. This preschool is a highly popular choice among families in Singapore (as proven in a survey with 50.6% market share!), with its internationally-acclaimed education methodology that’s patented across three continents. Impressed? We are too! MindChamps’ early learning model is based on over a quarter of a century of research in education, psychology, neuroscience, and theatre. There’s even a book written about the preschool by Dr. Joseph A. Michelli, a No. 1 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, who described MindChamps as “the global education movement of the 21st century”. According to him, this is because MindChamps has the power to shape society – through equipping children with future-ready skills. As parents ourselves, we agree that this is extremely important, especially in an increasingly AI-dominated world. This is all thanks to the Champion Mindset that it nurtures in every child; and its proprietary 3-Mind model of education that focuses on developing a love for learning, curiosity, and growth mindset in children.

Rather than teaching subjects like language and maths separately, MindChamps’ method focuses on interdisciplinary learning. This means children are exposed to the fundamental concepts that are shared across different subjects, mainly numerical, language, social, emotional, and musical. If you’re wondering how effective this is, you’ll be happy to know that not only is this methodology developed by world-leading academics, but it has also undergone a three-year research with proven results.

MindChamps PreSchool Singapore’s website

22. The Schoolhouse by Busy Bees

• Inquiry-embedded play approach to learning
• Award-winning bilingual immersion curriculum
• In-house Orff-Schulwerk certified music specialists
• Focuses on developing future ready skills in children

At The Schoolhouse by Busy Bees, music and play are blended into the fabric of every child’s learning journey. This preschool sets itself apart by combining play-based learning with elements of inquiry, where children are encouraged to explore and learn through curiosity-driven activities. Yet another distinctive feature of The Schoolhouse is the integration of song, dance, and instrument play across various subjects. Learning is transformed into an engaging and joyful journey for the little ones, thanks to the preschool’s dedicated team of Orff-Schulwerk Approach-certified music specialists. And that’s not all, The Schoolhouse is committed to equip children with essential future-ready skills from a young age. With innovative programmes like Real World, Imagineers, and Eat the World, children pick up skills such as inventive thinking and global awareness.

Last but not least, The Schoolhouse’s award-winning Bilingual Immersion Core Curriculum has been a favourite among parents for over three decades. English and Mandarin teachers work side by side to ensure children receive balanced language development. This strategy promotes strong language acquisition, which prepares children for a diverse and interconnected world. Feel free to visit any of its 15 centres to discover how The Schoolhouse nurtures children to explore, learn and grow.

The Schoolhouse by Bus Bee’s full profile

23. Little Paddington Preschool

• Preschool with multi-award winning experiential curriculum
• Strong bilingual immersion programme with hands-on learning approach
• Infant care and preschool
• Full day and half day options

Little Paddington Preschool is a bilingual childcare centre that treasures every child’s unique talents and nurtures them to grow. Every child’s natural curiosity and confidence is ignited through hands-on learning, exploration, and discovery at the centre. On top of phonics, mathematics, and bilingual literacy and language programmes, Little Paddington also offers Atelier programmes of United Nations, STEAM, art, music, cooking, and imaginative play. All these work together to help children maximise their potential. Children also get an immersive natural learning experience with the centre’s vast outdoor spaces. This includes sensorial zones, playground, water play, sandpit, gardening, and even school pets!

Plus, Little Paddington is known for providing excellent primary school preparation. Its Mandarin Immersion Programme follows the MOE syllabus, and lessons are infused with interactive. It also runs an Advanced Programme for Primary Preparation to develop vital skills and instil confidence in children for their next big step. Not forgetting the importance of wellbeing, Little Paddington places dedicated emphasis on social-emotional development, pastoral care, and fostering strong parent-school partnerships through daily communications too.

Little Paddington Preschool’s full profile

24. Odyssey The Global Preschool

• Offers a Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum
• Has four IB-certified campuses
• Chinese language immersion programme available

At Odyssey The Global Preschool, the world is explored through the eyes of the children. The Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool is committed to nurturing children, extending beyond its curriculum to bring together an exceptional approach to early childhood education. With a low child-teacher ratio, every child gets the personalised attention they need, and collaboration between the educators and children is encouraged within the classroom. As the Reggio philosophy regards the environment as the third ‘teacher’ (the first two being educators and parents), Odyssey’s learning spaces are designed to integrate outdoor experiences, shaping the children’s values, perspectives, and understanding of the world they live in. Its environment is a living and learning space, with state-of-the-art facilities across all six campuses.

Campuses are equipped with a Piazza, Jam Studio, Atelier, Makers Space, La Cucina, D’Pranzo, and a Children’s Library to provide a holistic preschool experience for your child. Four campuses are accredited to serve the IB Programme, with a framework that meets the children’s academic, social, physical, emotional, and cultural development needs. If you’re looking for a rich Chinese language programme, Odyssey’s Chinese Immersion curriculum places equal emphasis on Chinese as the first language.

Odyssey The Global Preschool’s full profile

25. Josiah Montessori

• Unique Musical Arts Programme
• First Montessori-based infant care in Singapore
• Infant care, childcare, and preschool

Not only does Josiah Montessori have an impressive history of educating children in the Montessori approach for the past 25 years, it’s also the first Montessori-based infant care in Singapore! This childcare and preschool believes that all children are unique – as such, it allows students to learn unhurriedly at their own pace. Its infant care service, Josiah Babies, provides parents and little ones with a calm environment and an atmosphere filled with tender loving kindness. Babies will benefit from the school’s Montessori Moments activities that aim to maximise every child’s potential through close observation. Upon entering toddlerhood, children will be exposed to the preschool’s unique curriculum – called The Josiah Way – which has been perfected over time to suit every child’s individuality and modern day expectations. The preschool also includes its very own Musical Arts Programme into the daily lessons of N1 to K2 students, teaching them Dance, Singing, Classical Music Appreciation, Speech and Drama as well as Arts.

Josiah Montessori’s full profile

26. My Learning Haven

• Finnish HEI preschool curriculum
• Spacious 10,000 sqft flagship childcare centre
• Infant care, childcare, and preschool

Imagine learning in a beautiful and fun environment that’s comfortable and stress-free – that’s exactly what My Learning Haven offers its students! This preschool is the first in Singapore to incorporate Finland’s HEI School Curriculum Toolkit into its lessons, which encourages children to be active agents in their own learning and development. Even its Playrooms (what My Learning Haven calls its classrooms) are designed according to the Finnish Preschool Model! Students will also benefit from the bilingual learning environment at My Learning Haven’s Language Playroom, where they learn a new vocabulary, engage in hands-on exploration, learn to count, and dance to music according to the month’s theme – in both English and Mandarin at the same time. Last but not least, the preschool has two centres at Suntec City Mall and Mediapolis, with the latter providing infant care services. It’s conveniently located for parents and offers lots of space for kids to learn and explore!

My Learning Haven’s full profile

27. Sir Manasseh Meyer International School

• Preschool and Up
• Full Day

Sir Manasseh Meyer International School (SMMIS) is a not for profit, child-centred school that offers an intimate pre-school inspired by the principles of Reggio Emilia. Open to children from two years old onwards, its low student-teacher ratio ensures each child receives individual and nurturing attention. Learning through play provides opportunities for children to learn as they discover, create, improvise and imagine. And the state-of-the-art campus supports this, with its indoor, sensory gym carefully designed for pre-school as a safe environment to develop fundamental motor skills and facilitate fun! A key part of the SMMIS experience is making friends across different nationalities and cultures through shared activities and interests. As such, the school is imbued with the vibrancy of Jewish values, tradition and culture, yet nurtures a diverse community that welcomes students of all nationalities and faiths.

Sir Manasseh Meyer International School’s full profile

28. Canadian International School

• Nursery and up

As a leading IB school in Singapore, Canadian International School (CIS) offers the PYP from nursery. CIS pioneered the STEAM approach, an interdisciplinary system which allows students to think creatively and innovatively and explore solutions in a safe and supportive learning environment. The school’s campus is located a short walk away from Jurong Lake at Lakeside (Nursery to Grade 12) with an Outdoor Discovery Centre, furthering its commitment to inquiry and play-based learning.

Canadian International School’s full profile

29. Raffles Kidz International

• Infant care/Child care
• Half-day/Full-day
• 7am-7pm

Raffles Kidz International nurtures and inspires children to be life-long learners through an exploratory and purposeful play approach to learning. They are a multi award-winning premium pre-school brand from Singapore with many parents providing favourable testimonials and recommendations to families looking for the right school. Starting their first center in 2014, the school has since expanded to 4 centers with most centres running a full house. The school integrates the Montessori and Inquiry based approach to learning while offering a bilingual curriculum that caters to the holistic development of the whole child. Many parents also appreciate the seamless transition into primary school as the school helps to build a strong academic foundation in core subjects like Literacy and Numeracy. Lessons are carefully tailored and taught by passionate and well-trained teachers. The school’s innovative learning environments at each center have also been carefully designed for children to be active agents in their learning.

Raffles Kidz International’s full profile

30. Chatsworth International School

• Preschool and up
• 9am-3:30pm

Chatsworth International School is an internationally-minded community of students, academic and support staff, collaborating to provide a holistic learning experience. With a mission to Inspire, Educate & Enlighten, Chatsworth is an IB World School that teaches the IB PYP for children aged three through to 11. Children in the Junior Years section are placed in a student-centred, inquiry-based learning environment. The school offers stand-alone subject lessons in Physical Education (PE), Music, Library and Mandarin. It also has an extensive English as a Second Language (ESL) Program to help students master the English language.

Chatsworth International School’s full profile

31. House on the Hill

• Offers an enhanced Montessori preschool programme with proven results
• Starting age: two months
• Four centres around Singapore

House on the Hill is one of the most established Montessori preschools in Singapore, catering to children as young as two months old. Staying true to the Montessori approach, children learn in mixed age classrooms, giving them the chance to learn and collaborate with each other. You’ll find high quality Montessori materials in each classroom, most of which are crafted by Nienhuis – the very company that collaborated with Maria Montessori to create materials that reflected her educational philosophy. The educators at House on the Hill also act as guides, playing a supportive, observant role while allowing children to lead their own learning.

But learning doesn’t just happen in the classrooms here – outdoor learning is a big part of the school day at House on the Hill too. Children at all of the preschool’s four centres have access to natural outdoor spaces for meaningful exploration, where they develop important qualities like patience and resilience. Last but not least, this preschool is strong on parent engagement as well, with a parent community and lots of parent workshops held throughout the year. Most importantly, you’ll be kept connected to your children’s learning journey and routines so you can stay involved in their Montessori journey.

House on the Hill’s website

32. Invictus International Preschool

• Playgroup/Preschool
• Three or five-hour sessions
• 5pm, Contact the school directly for schooling hours

Dedicated to providing children with an environment that values long term emotional and intellectual growth since 1999, Invictus International Preschool has since flourished. Incorporating the theories of High Scope, Reggio Emilia and Howard Gardner into its teaching guidelines, the school places tremendous importance on creative education for young children. Invictus offers a range of programs for children aged 18 months to five years. Each centre is equipped with a library, outdoor play equipment, and facilities for water and sand play.

Invictus International Preschool’s full profile

33. UWC South East Asia

• Preschool and up
• 8am-2pm

UWC South East Asia (UWCSEA) is a mission-driven school with a passionate belief in the importance of education as a force for good in the world. Its infant school program starts at K1 for children from ages four to seven. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the program combines the best of academics, outdoor activities and social education. Its campuses are well-equipped with facilities like rope courses, pools, several fields and even student accommodations. UWCSEA is a not-for-profit organisation and has 15 schools and colleges located around the world.

UWC South East Asia’s full profile

34. KiddiWinkie Schoolhouse

• Infant care/Child care
• Half-day/Full-day
• 7am-7pm

With a guided inquiry-based approach, the curriculum at KiddiWinkie Schoolhouse strikes a balance between play and school-readiness. At KiddiWinkie Schoolhouse, curiosity is often seen as the first step of being a lifelong learner. Through a creativity-inspired curriculum, along with an engaging and intriguing environment, children are always on a journey of learning discovery. While the programme focuses on the holistic development children and equips them with 21st century soft skills, bilingualism is also a significant aspect – with a 50% ratio of English and Mandarin.

KiddiWinkie Schoolhouse’s full profile

35. Learning Vision

• Infant care/Preschool
• Full-day
• 7:30am-7pm

With over twenty years in the business, Learning Vision makes it a point to put the children first, creating spacious learning environments that promote independent exploration and a School Readiness Programme for Kindergarten 2 children to be ready for primary school. Staffed by experienced and passionate staff, parents can be sure their children will develop literacy and math skills while also learning to work independently and with peers instead of relying solely on teachers for instructions. There are several centres scattered about the island offering different programs, so there’s sure to be a program near you that suits you and your child.

Learning Vision’s full profile

36. Blue House International

• Playgroup/Preschool
• Half-day/Full-day

What more can we say about this inspiring campus? Other than its picture-perfect view (complete with horses!), clean and airy environment and the warm Pantry for parents to meet up and have a coffee, Blue House International, Singapore’s first Reggio Emilia-inspired nursery is just about any child’s dream come true. Children will get the attention they need from the low student to teacher ratio and be engaged in enrichment lessons in sports, music and dance and Chinese, not to mention art lessons from onsite professional artists.

Blue House International’s full profile

37. La Petite Ecole Singapore

• Preschool and primary school
• Offers a full trilingual programme in French, English, and Mandarin
• Starting age: two years old

La Petite Ecole Singapore is a full trilingual preschool and primary school established in Singapore in 2012, and accredited by the French Ministry of Education. It has three teachers per class, all of them native French, English, and Chinese speakers. All nationalities are welcome in this truly multicultural school, where both local language and culture are embraced. The school places the child at the core of the learning process: they play, build, learn and develop their self-awareness. A unique and innovative pedagogical system promotes the independence, curiosity and motivation of the child.

La Petite Ecole Singapore’s full profile

38. Shaws Preschool Singapore

• Preschool
• Half day/Extended Half day/Full day/Mixed
• 8.30am-5.30pm

Shaws Preschool Singapore is one of the first play and activity based preschools in Singapore, and one of the longest running preschools in Singapore. Shaws Preschool has classes for children from 18 months to six years. It follows a project-based curriculum where teachers let students take the lead on a subject and help them to explore the subject in detail. The school also offers a Sports Program, Reading Program, Creative Mathematics, and a bilingual program in English and Mandarin for the pre-nursery class. Shaws Preschool has three campuses on the East Coast near Marine Parade.

Shaws Preschool Singapore’s full profile

39. The Little House (Montessori)

• Preschool
• Half-day/Full-day

As a school offering Montessori sessions with full bilingual immersion, The Little House guides children to become confident learners unafraid to tackle challenges, as well as thoughtful, considerate and polite children able to resolve disagreements peacefully. With 15-16 students ranging from 2½ to six years old in each year, parents love this little school for how their kids thrive, as well as the caring and observant teachers and how they provide support through resources and feedback for parents just as much as they provide support for their children. The school also offers extra-curricular activities such as aikido, speech and drama, robotics and music.

40. Small Wonder

• Infant care/Childcare/Preschool
• Half-day/Full-day/Flexi
• 7am-7pm

Small Wonder offers a wealth of culturally and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities, just for kids, through active exploration and sensorial activities. Children will be able to take on a self-directed project every term to become comfortable with questioning, learning and working in a group. The staff understand their role as language role models who value children’s talk and encourage children to express themselves through talk.

41. Modern Montessori International

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day/Flexi
    • 7am-7pm

Modern Montessori International offers students a modern Montessori curriculum, designed to facilitate learning for children aged 18 months to six years (PG-K2). The subjects include Mathematics, Phonics, Sensorial Education, Cultural, Practical life, and languages, all taught using the Montessori techniques. MMI believes that all children want to learn, and when given the freedom to explore, they become active learners. Adopting a child-centred philosophy, lessons are given individually or in small groups, encouraging each child to develop at their own pace. MMI has several branches across Singapore, including Bedok, Duxton, Bukit Batok, Woodlands, and more.

42. Little Footprints School

• • • Infant care/Childcare/Preschool
    • 48 centres across Singapore
    • Half-day/Full-day

Little Footprints Preschool provides quality childcare services to the community at affordable fees through its comprehensive curriculum that focuses on the holistic development of children. Lessons are integrated into a central theme each term across various learning domains while multi-sensory hands-on activities encourage children to observe, explore and experience their environment. Little Footprints strives to nurture every child into a civic-minded citizen, confident communicator, efficient problem-solver and independent thinker with a love for learning. Children also enjoy opportunities to participate in community projects with government agencies. Through these collaborations, they get to discover the world around them and learn from positive role models, which helps to inculcate good values in them.

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43. Lorna Whiston

• • • Playgroup/Daycare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Lorna Whiston encourages outdoor play and creative development in children, building confidence through exploration and a thematically integrated curriculum. In addition to the one-on-one comprehensive individualised reading program, Lorna Whiston also offers English and speech and drama enrichment lessons for kids aged two to 16 years. Language is definitely not neglected with an English teacher and Mandarin teacher in every classroom to deliver a fully Bilingual Immersion Programme. Lorna Whiston has five preschool branches in the East Coast, Greenwich, Kallang Wave, Canberra, and Hort Park.

44. Julia Gabriel Preschool

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Julia Gabriel Preschool strives to recreate the nurturing qualities of home, aims to nurture independence in children aged 18 months to six years, and to cultivate positive self-esteem and self-image as well as a love of learning. Children are able to explore their interests and experiment with the various learning centres and with small class sizes, children gain the full attention needed from teachers. Within the comprehensive preschool curriculum, Julia Gabriel Preschool has a dedicated Learning Support program for kids who require extra help.

45. Cherrybrook Kindergarten

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Founded by a group of like-minded parents who believe in a holistic education and primary school readiness, Cherrybrook Kindergarten adopts the Montessori pedagogy to teach children aged 2½ to six years. In addition to the mixed-aged Montessori environment, children learn in specialised English and Chinese language classes with kids of the same age.

46. Camberley Pre-school

• • • Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Camberley Pre-school considers every child a champion and fortifies their learning through an inquiry based curriculum, plus frequent adventures such as the weekly field trip to Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden. In addition to a high-quality early years bilingual program, children aged 18 months to six years will be able to learn in an international environment with a low student/teacher ratio. Camberley also has premium facilities, including a custom built tree house themed playground and kitchen studio and sensory gardens. Local, expat and international students are welcome.

47. Da Little Preschool

• • • Infant care/Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

With two campuses all set in green surroundings, Da Little Preschool provides a positive and encouraging bilingual learning environment with hands-on and fun activities such as excursions, show and tell, messy art and hip-hop. Children aged 18 months to six years learn to interact through group activities, meet guided learning goals and make meaningful connections with their atypical peers.

48. Between Two Trees

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Nestled in between two tree-like wings of a stately house, Between Two Trees is the perfect environment to inspire and nurture young minds. The sister school of Between Two Trees Early Learning School, B2T uses a Reggio Emilia inspired approach to give children the opportunity to work on their own projects and interweaves their interests with more structured learning in languages and math. In addition to a trampoline, sand and water play spaces, B2T also has an edible garden perfect for cultivating some little green thumbs.

49. Montessori Children’s House

• • • Infant care/Preschool
    • Three-hour / four-hour / Extended
    • 8:30am-3pm

With close to thirty years of experience, Montessori Children’s House offers two programs: the Infant Community which is for children aged 1½ to three years, and Casa which is for children aged three to six years old. One of the few authentic Montessori learning environments in Singapore, MCH has classes of mixed ages and allows children the freedom to work at their own pace within a prepared environment.

50. Pariposa Preschool

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day/Flexi
    • 7am-7pm

As a school embodying “growth and development” both in name and in spirit, Pariposa Preschool is a classroom without borders, allowing its students to learn through self-directed learning and heuristic and messy play. As the first childcare centre to offer LEGO Robotics, language through Messy play and Picto Grams to learn art through process-based learning, Pariposa is dedicated to providing its students with the freedom to learn. Children aged 18 months to six years will definitely thrive in this unique experiential learning environment, fortified with ample outdoor play and nutritious, balanced meals.

51. Pegasus International Preschool

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 8am-6:30pm

Pegasus International Preschool (PIPS) cultivates interest and inquiry based learning within a bilingual environment. Through its expansive classroom and outdoor play area, children are encouraged to gather information through all five senses to associate play with learning. PIPS also offers Japanese as a second language along with a host of other programs such as Cookery, Sports and Fidgets Play Time. By working hand in hand with trained therapists from Kaleidoscope Therapy Centre located on the floor above, PIPS promises to hone children’s natural learning habits from 18 months to six years of age.

52. Sunflower Babyhouse & Preschool

• • • Infant care/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day/Flexi/Emergency
    • 7:30am-7pm

Sunflower Babyhouse & Preschool’s curriculum incorporates the Multiple Intelligences and aspects of the Montessori approach, placing emphasis on locally-developed music programs to help children acquire a love for Chinese through music. The school even has programs for toddlers and babies that caters for their need for locomotion and communication through yoga, simple vocab and sign language. Sunflower Baby also makes sure parents are kept in the loop with daily observation records, bi-annual parent-teacher meetings and “Coffee Talk” for parents to admire the children’s artwork and observe classroom interactions.

53. Swallows and Amazons

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 9am-4pm

Swallows and Amazons recognises that the classroom is a dynamic learning environment and through an Inquiry based learning approach, children are encouraged to express their individuality with group work, arts and crafts, solving puzzles, writing stories and cookery. Other than the pre-nursery and N1 to K2 programs for children aged 18 months to six years, they also run daily Extra Curricula Activities from 1:15pm to 2pm which include a variety of sports for children aged three and above.

54. Amazing Star Montessori House

• • • Childcare/Playgroup/Preschool/Student Care Centre
    • Half-day/Full-day/Flexi
    • 7am-7pm

From just five students in 2001, Amazing Star has grown to five branches, two of which are situated in the West. Children are able to carry out their own hands-on, self-directed learning under the watchful eye of a qualified teacher and go on excursions centred around a theme. At Amazing Star, children get the chance to develop fine and gross motor skills through sensory activities such as dough and waterplay.

55. Orange Tree Preschool

• • • Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Just as an orange tree grows oranges, Orange Tree Preschool implements all-rounded individual learning programs to ensure children develop to become bright and competent individuals. By providing a bilingual curriculum with native English and Chinese speakers that’s supported by the well known Tien Hsia Language School, children are nurtured to become confident bilinguals.

56. Greenfield Montessori

• • • Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Greenfield Montessori has adopted MOE’s Preschool Education Branch framework into the curriculum, combining subjects to show children how they are related. Children tackle thematic based subjects through project-based work using both Montessori and Non-Montessori materials and this hand-on approach helps children with phonetic analysis, word attack skills and reading.

57. HANIS Learning Centre

• • • Preschool
    • Three-hour sessions
    • 8:30am-3pm

HANIS Learning Centre’s mission is to provide an innovative, creative and fun learning environment for Muslim children, encouraging total development in terms of emotional, spiritual and physical aspects. It is a pioneer in Arabic Montessori and Malay Montessori and covers the full Montessori curriculum as well as the Islamic Curriculum. HANIS Montessori Kindergarten’s Super Wonder Kids Program is designed for children aged three to six years and classes are held five days a week. The school has a comprehensive duniawi and ukhrawi syllabus and organises monthly thematic excursions that are enriching for children.

58. Apricot Academy

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Full day
    • 7am-7pm

Apricot Academy offers childcare for infants and toddlers, and preschool sessions for children above 18 months. Its bilingual centres combine features from project-based learning, multiple intelligence curriculum and elements of the Early Childhood Education program. Enrichment lessons include language lessons, speech & drama, abacus and swimming. Apricot Academy offers full-day programs from Mondays through Fridays. It has a tiny tots and smart toddler playgroup for children from 18-36 months and offers nursery and kindergarten to children aged three to six.

59. Yuvabharathi International School

• • • Preschool and up
    • 3.5h
    • 9am-3.30pm

Yuvabharathi International School offers both Montessori and a self-developed Kindergarten course from K1 and 2 to Grade 12 of the Central Board of Secondary Education (India). The Montessori curriculum places emphasis on enquiry based learning and initiating inquiry by encouraging self-directed learning and providing guidance instead of solutions. Activities are integrated with thematic learning and consolidated through discussions and group activities in Circle Time; Tamil or Hindi is offered as a second language.

60. Agape Little Uni

• • • Infant care/Childcare/Preschool
    • Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Since 1995, Agape Little Uni has strived to show agape or unconditional parental love to the children, collaborating between parents, teachers and children to identify and nurture a children’s budding talents. Agape has stayed relevant all these years through constant evaluation and revision of the curriculum but has continued to allow children to explore topics and relevant experiences using inquiry-based learning.

61. Iman Kindergarten and Childcare

• • • Childcare
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Iman Kindergarten’s top priority is to provide a holistic education that is fun and engaging. An award-winning school with long-serving staff, Iman’s curriculum is in line with the latest ECDA guideline, focusing on developing thinking skills and multiple intelligences in students. Iman also runs enrichment classes for speech and drama and a reading clinic.

62. Dreamkids Kindergarten

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Flexi/three-hour sessions
    • Contact the school directly for schooling hours

Dreamkids Kindergarten has big dreams for children to develop socially as well as intellectually. Dreamkids’ curriculum involves customised learning complete with future-ready skills such as public speaking, STEM education, coding and financial happiness. It offers several reading and phonics programs to develop an early mastery in languages as well as parent-accompanied Mandarin immersion programs for children aged 18-36 months. Its programs include playgroup for toddlers aged 18-30 months, N1 and 2 for children aged three to four and K1 and 2 for children aged five to six.

63. Ripples Montessori

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half day/Full day
    • 9am-3pm

Ripples Montessori has been providing quality preschool education since 1996. The school has a small boutique feel and a flexible approach to teaching, adapting to meet the varied abilities and interests of each child. Using the philosophy and principles based on the Montessori method of education, Ripples Montessori aims to shape children into well-rounded individuals who are kind and socially responsible. The school’s curriculum is tailored to include practical life exercises, sensorial training, communication, language and literacy, Mathematics and cultural subjects. Ripples Montessori offers a playgroup for children aged 18 months to two and half years, N1 and 2 classes for children aged two and a half to four years, and K1 and 2 classes for children aged four to six years.

64. Paper Scissors Stone Montessori Kindergarten

• • • Preschool
    • Half day/Full day
    • 8am-2.30pm

Paper Scissors Stone Montessori Kindergarten (PPSMK) started in 2003 with a passionate goal of facilitating early childhood development through hands-on experiential learning in a mixed age environment. The school has adopted an innovative approach, combining the best features of the Montessori training with the contextual, investigative approach of Project Work. Teachers use creative teaching materials, interactive games, stories and songs to make learning an extension of play. The teacher-to-children ratio is capped at 1:10 so contact time is maximised. The school offers a morning and afternoon session of three hours each from Monday to Friday. Both branches are located in the East at Bedok and Simei.

65. Montessori for Children

• • • Preschool
    • Half day/Extended Half day
    • 8.15am-3.30pm

Montessori For Children believes in creating a ‘stress free’ environment, placing its students in classes of mixed ages from 2.5 to six years of age and keeping them in the same class until they graduate. Younger children can learn by observing their older classmates who, in turn, reinforce their own understanding of topics by helping the little ones. The school has specially designed Montessori classrooms with a ‘prepared environment’, which allows children to learn at their own pace and builds self-motivation. Montessori for Children has two branches in Singapore, one of which is in Katong.

66. Pink Tower Montessori

• • • Playgroup/Preschool
    • Three-hour / six-hour / full day
    • Contact the school directly for schooling hours

Pink Tower Montessori aims to educate children through Montessori principles and fostering the holistic development of its students. The school creates individual lesson plans for each child and adjusts to their pace. Pink Tower Montessori also incorporates a Bilingual Immersion Program and Primary One Preparatory Program into its curriculum. The school offers a playgroup and N1 to K2 programs and boasts an excellent teacher-student ratio and a high-quality learning space.

67. Charis Montessori Preschool

• • • Preschool
    • Half day/Full day
    • 7am-7pm

If you are looking for a school with strong Christian ties, then Charis Montessori might be for you. Bible stories are made fun and relevant through songs, dance and drama and children have the chance to express themselves during circle group discussions and the year-end concert. All core subjects (Phonics/English, Mathematics and Mandarin) are taught one-to-one or within small groups using Montessori materials. The school also has opportunities for imaginative play, where kids can dress up in costumes and play with toys like building blocks and mini supermarkets.

68. MY World Preschools

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Full day
    • 7am-7pm

MY World Preschools was founded by Metropolitan YMCA and has been nurturing students since 1980. It offers quality child care and preschool education that emphasizes character development and building strong values in its students. MY World uses a special ‘spiral’ approach, revisiting old concepts and skills as new ones are learnt. It adopts a learner centric and inquiry-based approach and offers programs for children from two months to six years – these include infant care, playgroup and N1-K2.

69. Quayside Isle Preparatory School

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 9am-2pm

Quayside Isle Preparatory School (QUIPS) is an International Primary Curriculum (IPC) based school which implements an enquiry-based approach for small students aged two to seven years to learn through play. Through a low student-teacher ratio and strong bonds with the Sentosa community, QUIPS strives to nurture Creativity, Confidence, Compassion and Curiosity in all of its children and stimulate self-discovery and growth. Little ones are absolutely encouraged to express themselves, and to further their interests at weekly field trips and fun and stimulating in-curriculum Special Programs including Library and Zumba.

70. Children’s Cove

• • • Infant care/Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Since 2010, Children’s Cove has opened its doors to locals and expats alike, enrolling children from the age of two months to six years. Children’s Cove balances indoor and outdoor experiences along with an effective bilingual integrated learning approach focusing on children-guided play-based learning, project and inquiry. By implementing home-school partnerships, the educators are able to plan experiences and facilitate learning and development suited to each individual child.

Children’s Cove’s full profile

71. Little Bunnies – The Outdoor Classroom

• • • Preschool
    • Flexi
    • 9am-12pm

Taking open-air classrooms to a whole new level, Little Bunnies – The Outdoor Classroom has everything a little bunny aged two to three could want, a fresh garden to grow and harvest fresh veggies, shady spots to listen to stories and have a snack, and a pond to watch the fishies swim about. Located in Infinite Studios at Mediapolis, if parents don’t feel like joining in the fun, there’s plenty of cafés about for them to enjoy a nice cuppa while the kids are off being kids.

72. Seedlings Montessori Alexandra

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day/3h Montessori
    • 7am-7pm

Seedlings Montessori Alexandra is a learning centre that provides children with intellectual, emotional and social experiences through the incorporation of the Montessori Method of Teaching into a thematic approach. Seedlings has three centres catering to children 18 months to seven years and offers Montessori Programmes for children one to six years old. The Reading Scheme helps the children to be engaged in the individual reading process and learn at their own pace. Seedling also teaches Soroban mental arithmetic and art buzz with a strong emphasis on visual art and computers.

73. Milagros de Montessori School

• • • Preschool/Enrichment
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 8:30am-1pm

Milagros de Montessori is where a journey towards excellence begins. Milagros prepares a top quality Montessori environment for children aged 18 months to six years to develop independence, and all Montessori education materials are imported from Italy and Holland. The two NIDO and CASA programs provide children with the head start or focus needed on specific subjects and the CASA curriculum for children aged three to six years offers Chinese Malay and Tamil as the Mother Tongue language. In addition, Milagros offers both Saturday Montessori Enrichment programs and holiday programs.

74. Arts Kidz Education Centre

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

Located in Queenstown Community Centre, Arts Kidz Education Centre has made an impact with its focus on the arts and specially designed curriculum. Fronted by an international team of enthusiatic and driven Mandarin, Japanese and Korean native speakers and specialist arts teachers, children receive the creative outlet necessary to improve academic learning.

75. Arts Junior Montessori

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day/Flexi
    • 7am-7pm

Arts Junior Montessori is a multicultural preschool popular among Japanese and accepts children between one and six years of age. The founder, Misugi Momoyo, has international qualifications in Montessori Education in both Japan and the United States and has developed a program that focuses on the joy of learning. In addition to the Montessori curriculum, Arts Junior conducts violin lessons taught through the “Suzuki method” and offers inclusive extra-curricular activities such as Aikido and soccer and the “π-Club (pie club)” for children in kindergarten as well as primary school.

76. Kindle Garden

• • • Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7am-7pm

As Singapore’s first inclusive preschool, Kindle Garden works towards creating a personalised learning environment of rich diversity where every child grows in virtue and knowledge. Kindle Garden’s inclusive policies recognise every child’s abilities and makes understanding the first priority when learning through the project approach. Children are not only supported by a team of educators and allied health professionals, Kindle Garden also involves parents in their child’s process through parent conferences, field trips and take-home tasks. Indoor and outdoor play areas are also fully wheelchair-accessible.

77. LeClare Preschool

• • • Childcare/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 7.30am-7pm

LeClare Preschool occupies its own little patch of heaven with its rooftop adventure park and jungle gym, trampoline and pool play area. As a Reggio-inspired school, LeClare believes the environment is the third teacher for children aged 18 months to six years to explore and construct their own learning. LeClare has also adopted an Integrated-Inquiry approach and a bilingual curriculum as well as a strong emphasis on the arts in the environment such as The Open Space, The Recycling Centre and specialist lessons LeClare Art and LeClare Music.

78. Brainy Child Montessori

• • • Playgroup/Preschool
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 8.30am-1pm

Brainy Child Montessori offers lessons to children aged 18 months to seven years, including weekend playgroup sessions, both parent-accompanied and unaccompanied, as well as enrichment classes and holiday programs for children already enrolled in a preschool. Not only is the staff dedicated and well-educated, ready to provide high-quality education and care suited to each individual child, but they also cover second language needs in Mandarin and Japanese for international students.

79. Enfant Educare

• • • Childcare
    • Half-day/Full-day/Emergency care
    • Full-day: 7:30am- 7pm
    • Half-day: 7.30am-1pm

Enfant Educare’s curriculum has it all in one, the thematic approach is integrated with the Montessori and project approach and includes Multiple Intelligences activities for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Children are also able to explore different arts and cultural activities such as dramatic play, puppets and enrichment activities such as Kindermusik, dance and abacus.

80. Heartfield Kindergarten

• • • Preschool/Enrichment
    • Half-day/Full-day
    • 8.30am- 4pm

Every day is a new day at Heartfield Kindergarten with a theme-based integrated curriculum full of surprises and offering a variety of activities to meet the children’s sensory needs. With a healthy dose of both garden play and free play in addition to circle time, this is truly a free-form learning experience that promotes fun. Plus it has partnered with Sportball SG and a practising artist to provide interesting and stimulating extra-curricular activities.

81. One World International School

• • • Preschool
    • Half-day/full-day
    • 9am to 3.30pm

Are you a fan of One World International School’s (OWIS) kind culture? You’ll be pleased to know that it now has its own dedicated facility in the East, created specifically for young learners. Uniquely designed to meet the needs of early childhood students, it also follows a play-based learning approach anchored by the English National Curriculum that includes Music, Movement and Art. We love the fact that the school has smaller class sizes. It’s a safe, secure and fun environment kids will look forward to seeing each morning!

One World International School’s full profile

82. Singapore American School Early Learning Centre

• Starting age: Three years old
• Preschool
• 8am to 1.30pm

Say hello to the happiest place on the little red dot! The Singapore American School (SAS) Early Learning Centre is a Reggio-inspired preschool that respects young children as unique, capable, and curious learners. The teachers act as support and a resource for the children, always listening and asking questions to help the little ones discover their ideas and theories. A day at the Early Learning Centre involves lots of time to (you guessed it) play, discover, wander, and learn. The preschool also offers a Chinese class for all students as part of its language programme.

Singapore American School’s full profile

83. Coco-Ro Learning House

• Japanese-inspired education
• International class available
• Kindergarten and Nursery classes

With its original “Kids First approach” based on Japanese culture and behaviour practices, Coco-Ro Learning House is all about providing kids with the ultimate grounding for a happy and successful future. Established in 2012 and with over 230 sister branches in Japan, it’s fair to say they are conscious and vastly experienced when it comes to teaching based on Japanese practices and values. Children will learn everything from core skills like the importance of respect, all the way through to Japanese dining values and etiquette. Meals are even provided by local Japanese restaurants to make for a truly authentic (and very yummy) lunch. But it doesn’t stop there – students can also benefit from an extensive arts and sports program, with lessons planned and delivered by trained professionals. Kids are also encouraged to explore their individuality through activities like creative playtime, another big tick in our book. Think the school only caters for Japanese students? Wrong! From August, the school is super excited to be launching two international classes so that all children from different age groups and nationalities can benefit from the above exceptional program, alongside experiential, creative and child-initiated play activities with an English-speaking teacher in the kindergarten.

84. BibiNogs

• • • Preschool/Enrichment
    • 8.30am-12.30pm

BibiNogs believes that learning happens naturally when activities are fun, hands-on, multi-dimensional and related to children’s lives. Warm, fun and engaging activities and environments will make children learn naturally and enthusiastically. With programs for kids starting from six months, BibiNogs has a variety of Bilingual and Mandarin adult-accompanied programs and drop-off programs for babies and toddlers, a Kindergarten for preschoolers, and enrichment programs that bring out the passion for learning in Mandarin and English for children of all ages!

85. Superland Pre-school

• Uses an integrated Montessori-based curriculum
• Offers language lessons in Japanese, French, and Hebrew on top of its English and Mandarin curriculum
• Caters to children from two months to six years old

Superland Pre-school has an integrated Montessori–based curriculum that aims to instil a passion for lifelong learning and develop resilience by acquiring practical life-skills. With specially designed classrooms to encourage learning and an open-door communication policy, Superland ticks all the boxes for a well-rounded, hands-on approach to learning.

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