Kindergarten
Early Childhood Education is an important foundation for learning and development.
Early Childhood Education
Gov Pre School
Both government and private kindergartens are available for children aged 3 to 6 years old. Government kindergartens in Singapore are known as Kindergartens (K1 & K2) and Nursery (N1 & N2), and are under the purview of the Ministry of Education (MOE). Foreigner kindergarten students may have the opportunity to apply directly to government schools without having to pass any tests in Primary 1.
My first skool
My First Skool is a Singapore-based early childhood education provider. It is a subsidiary of NTUC First Campus Co-operative Limited, which is part of the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) family of social enterprises.
My First Skool offers quality and affordable childcare services to families in Singapore. The organization operates over 140 centers across the island and provides a range of programs for children aged 2 months to 6 years old, including infant care, playgroup, nursery, and kindergarten programs.
In addition to providing early childhood education, My First Skool is committed to promoting holistic development and building a strong foundation for lifelong learning. The organization also offers a variety of support services for families, including parenting workshops and resources.
PAP Sparklelots
PAP Sparkletots is a chain of preschools in Singapore that are run by the People’s Action Party (PAP), a political party in Singapore. The preschools are part of the government’s efforts to provide affordable and quality preschool education to Singaporean children.
There are over 300 PAP Sparkletots centres located across Singapore, offering preschool education to children aged 18 months to 6 years old. The curriculum at PAP Sparkletots centres focuses on developing children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills through play-based learning.
Parents can apply for a place at a PAP Sparkletots centre through the Early Childhood Development Agency’s (ECDA) online portal. The fees for PAP Sparkletots preschools vary depending on the location and programme selected, but financial assistance is available for eligible families.
Early Childhood Education
Private Pre School
Both government and private kindergartens are available for children aged 3 to 6 years old. Government kindergartens in Singapore are known as Kindergartens (K1 & K2) and Nursery (N1 & N2), and are under the purview of the Ministry of Education (MOE). There are many private kindergartens in Singapore that provide quality education to young children.
Eton House
EtonHouse International Education Group is a well-established private kindergarten in Singapore that has been operating for over 20 years. They offer a bilingual programme that focuses on holistic education and encourages children to learn through exploration and discovery.
MindChamps
MindChamps PreSchool is another highly regarded private kindergarten in Singapore that offers a unique curriculum that combines both academic and character development. Their curriculum is designed to help children develop critical thinking skills, creativity, and social skills, and they have 38 centers island-wide.
Brighton Montessori
Brighton Montessori is a private kindergarten in Singapore that follows the Montessori philosophy of education. They have six centres island-wide and offer a child-centred approach that aims to foster independence, curiosity, and creativity in children.
Lily Valley
Lily Valley International Preschool is a non-profit organization committed to establishing and maintaining a warm, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for children.
Kinderland
Kinderland is a well-established private kindergarten in Singapore that offers a comprehensive bilingual English and Mandarin curriculum. They focus on providing a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages children to develop their full potential.
Cherie Hearts
Cherie Hearts is a well-known preschool chain in Singapore, with over 30 centres across the island. They offer a comprehensive range of programmes and services for children from infants to kindergarten age, including bilingual programmes and enrichment classes.
