As a new mum, especially a first-time one, it can be really daunting to venture out alone with just you and your little one. But, at the same time, you know that getting out and about is good for you — and your baby.
There are many activities that you can do to help you overcome this uncomfortable feeling. It’s surprising how much difference a short trip to the mall or quick walk in the park can make to your day.
Another option is to take them to one of the classes for babies in Singapore. However, you may have heard mixed reports about such classes for babies in Singapore and the ‘effects’ they may have on your baby.
Many people have debated over the pros and cons of these classes for babies in Singapore — some feel that too much stimulation or a busy schedule of classes can be overwhelming for a baby.
However, spending time with your little one is the most important thing. As long as you are enjoying what you’re doing and having fun, your baby is bound to be happy and content!
Want to give one a try? Check out our ultimate list of classes for babies in Singapore — there are 17 to choose from!
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Classes For Babies In Singapore
1. Mucky Pups
As the name suggests, Mucky Pups holds creative art classes, with mucky activities like painting, sticking, and blowing bubbles galore! This is one of the classes for babies in Singapore that will surely nurture your child’s creativity early on.
Each weekly 45-minute session is run by a trained artist and ex-preschool teacher.
Your tots can pick up social skills through interaction with other babies, while getting a headstart in expressing themselves artistically.
Age of babies accepted: 1 – 3 years old
Location: Various locations across Singapore
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Mucky Pups here.
2. Chengzhu
Chengzhu Mandarin Centre’s PlayNest programme provides a warm, friendly environment for your tots to build their foundations in Mandarin.
At Chengzhu, language learning occurs through hands-on activities like rhythm enjoyment, puppetry, and art and craft. This holistic approach to learning enables your baby to cultivate a deep love for Mandarin as well as Chinese culture.
Age of babies accepted: 6 – 18 months
Location: Chengzhu Mandarin Centre, Rochester Mall, 35 Rochester Drive #03-01 Rochester Mall Singapore 138639
Contact: 6737 5348
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Chengzhu Mandarin Centre here.
3. Heguru
Using award-winning techniques imported from Japan, Heguru is a right-brain development enrichment school that aims to nurture sharp, confident children.
Their Infant & Toddler Class enhances your tot’s brainpower in a wide range of aspects, from literacy and number concepts to attention span and moral values. Early development in these critical skills will give your child a good headstart as he or she goes on to preschool and primary school.
Age of babies accepted: 6 months – 4 years old
Locations: One KM Mall, Sengkang, Waterway Point Mall, Our Tampines Hub
Contact: 6346 4646 (One KM), 6686 6566 (Sengkang), 6385 1588 (Waterway Point), 6384 1110 (Tampines)
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Heguru here.
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4. My Gym
My Gym has devised a series of age-appropriate sessions for your little one, including gym classes for babies from 8 months old up.
Using soft play equipment and toys, as well as music, babies are encouraged to move and interact socially with one another.
At 8 months old, babies can play at balancing, hanging, kicking a ball and building blocks to work on physical and coordination skills.
Age of babies accepted: 3 – 7 months, 7 – 11 months, 12 – 18 months, 19 months – 3 years old. MyGym also offers programmes for children between 3-10yrs.
Locations: Ang Mo Kio, Buona Vista, City Square, Jurong East, Marine Parade, Suntec City, Tampines
Email: contact@mygym.com.sg
Parent-accompanied?: Yes, up till age 3
Find out more about My Gym here.
5. Mother and Child
These workshops are held at local Mother & Child centres in Singapore and are for babies from 0 to 6 months old.
Here, you can attend a weekly 1-hour class, for a period of 3 weeks. Qualified infant massage instructors will guide you in the techniques and tricks of baby massage.
Baby massage is considered a great way for parents to bond and begin to communicate with their babies. It is also a good way to relieve any pain or discomfort your baby might be experiencing if they are particularly ‘gassy.’
Complimentary massage oil is provided and parents are encouraged to continue with the techniques they have learned at home.
Age of babies accepted: 0 – 6 months
Location: Tanglin Mall
Contact: 6836 0063
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Baby Massage Singapore here.
6. AquaDucks
AquaDucks is another place for water play — it provides swimming lessons for you and your baby from 6 months old up.
Teachers focus on helping baby to feel safe and comfortable in the water by using games and singing songs. When your baby gets more confident, they will adapt the programme to cover submersion and first survival skills as well.
Aqua Ducks has been around for 25 years and has various locations across Singapore.
Age of babies accepted: 6 – 48 months
Locations: Turf City, Dempsey, Newton, Nexus, Orchid Country Club, Hollandse Country Club, Swiss Club, Singapore Island Country Club
Contact: 6463 5554
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about AquaDucks here.
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7. Musical Monkeys
The high-energy and fun sessions here use music, instruments and singing to actively engage your baby.
Specifically aimed at kids under 5, you can expect to sing and dance along with your baby. Each week focuses on a different instrument and there’s fun with bubbles too — a real hit with the little ones!
The sessions are informal, fun and a great way to make new friends. The songs are well-known nursery rhymes or traditional songs, and props are used to emphasise the music.
Age of babies accepted: 0 – 5 years old
Locations: Tanglin Park, River Bay, Keppel Gate, Sentosa Cove, PoMo, Marymount Terrace
Contact: 9008 0417
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Musical Monkeys here.
8. CentreStage School of the Arts
This performing arts school runs sessions for small babies from 6 months to 18 months old.
It uses creative play to stimulate your baby — meaning active babies won’t be able to get enough of this fun-filled programme!
There is singing and music, and the chance for you to really let go and enjoy a new experience with your baby.
Age of babies accepted: 6 – 18 months
Locations: Marine Parade Road, Portsdown Road
Contact: 6732 7211 (Portsdown), 6449 6211 (Marine Parade)
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about CentreStage here.
9. Gymboree
Gymboree’s Play & Learn session allows babies to explore the senses through play, songs and flashlight play. There is also plenty of tummy time.
Classes start from the newborn stage and continue up to 5 years old. Classes are structured but it is preferred that the child take the lead in his or her own learning and development.
Gymboree operates out of Tanglin Mall and Harbourfront Centre.
Age of babies accepted: 0 – 36 months
Location: Tanglin Mall
Contact: 6735 5290
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Gymboree here.
10. Waterfun Aquatics
This swim school focuses on play as a way to teach your little one to swim. It has a specialised swim programme for babies from 6 to 36 months old.
Qualified teachers are certified by the Swimming Teacher’s Association (UK) and have experience working with parents and their babies.
Lessons are structured but fun, taking a “learn through games and play” approach to teaching. Babies can improve their coordination skills and muscle strength through the activities.
Classes are kept small so more attention can be given to each baby.
Age of babies accepted: 6 – 36 months
Location: Singapore Polytechnic Graduates’ Guild, Dover Road
Contact: 6872 4258
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Waterfun Aquatics here.
11. Julia Gabriel Language Enrichment
Julia Gabriel has more than 20 years of experience in early childhood education. She runs a wide range of development classes for children and teens, such as Oral Communication and Speech and Drama.
Her signature Playnest programme provides interactive sessions in which tots can hone their sensory abilities and motor skills.
Learning takes place in a creative and holistic way, through motor play, discovery activities, and even learning to enjoy healthy organic food.
Age of babies accepted: 6 – 18 months, 18 months – 3 years olf
Locations: Tampines, Orchard
Contact: 6444 6735 (Tampines), 6733 4322 (Orchard)
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Julia Gabriel Language Enrichment classes here.
12. Wee Care
Wee Care runs a parent-infant playgroup in a style that encourages babies to learn about themselves and the world around them.
Parents should be prepared to get involved in the sessions, which include music, structured learning stations, soft-play and multi-sensory learning.
There is also a chance to play outdoors and explore nature.
Age of babies accepted: 4 – 12 months, 13 – 24 months
Location: Tanglin
Contact: 6836 1450
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Wee Care here.
13. Kindermusik with Love
The Kindermusik Village programme is specially designed for babies from newborn to 18 months old.
Babies can benefit from learning through music in a friendly and fun environment. It’s also a great way to seal the bonds with your newborn in a relaxing environment.
Parents and babies are encouraged to move, sing and explore objects such as instruments in the sessions.
Age of babies accepted: 0 – 18 months
Locations: Rochester Mall, Katong V Mall, United Square Shopping Mall
Contact: 6684 8064 (Rochester), 6440 8667 (Katong V), 6250 2675 (United Square)
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about Kindermusik with Love here.
14. The Blue House Atelier
The Blue House Atelier offers fun programmes for babies from 6 months to 36 months old.
It has a large ‘discovery’ play area for little ones and runs a schedule of activities including messy play, drama, music and Mandarin.
Babies are encouraged to move and play during these sessions. The play space is often divided up into sections, which focus on different levels of sensory play and discovery.
Age of babies accepted: 6 – 36 months
Prices: $40 per class, $450 per 12-class package
Locations: Turf City, UE Square
Contact: 6462 6547 (Turf City), 6235 2126 (UE Square)
Parent-accompanied?: Yes
Find out more about The Blue House Atelier here.
Enrichment Classes For Babies And Younger Kids In Singapore
Aside from classes for babies in Singapore, here are some more enrichment programmes for early learning! Do check them out.
15. LEAP SchoolHouse
The enrichment classes at LEAP SchoolHouse are designed to give your kids a head start in reading and languages.
A MOE-registered enrichment centre with centres in China, Indonesia and Singapore, the programmes at LEAP SchoolHouse focuses on building up literacy skills among kids aged 8 months to 7 years. This is done through a specialised literature-based language arts approach where young learners are actively engaged as they get to learn and express themselves in a fun and interesting manner.
LEAP SchoolHouse offers parent-assisted programmes, as well as regular day school and weekend reading classes; the School believes that children learn best through Laughter, Engagement and Active Participation.
Register for the trial lessons at LEAP SchoolHouse for just $10!
- BEC/WHIZ Beanies™, BEC/WHIZ Explorers™, BEC/WHIZ Creators™ (Parent-assisted and non-parent assisted programmes)
- LEAP KIDSNETIC™ – Kick-Start™, Ink–It™, Do-It™, Star-It™ (Beginner to Advanced levels)
- LEAP 阅读坊™ － 幼儿乐乐™， 阅读
乐™ (Beginner to Advanced Levels)
* Each trial class runs for 30 minutes.
Enjoy these great offers when you register your child for classes during the Open House:
– 15% off 1st term fees for all weekend programmes
– 20% off 1st term fees for all weekday afternoon and evening programmes
Terms and conditions apply.
For more information about the enrichment programmes at LEAP SchoolHouse, you can contact the centre at 6634 0828 or visit www.leapschoolhouse.com.sg.
16. Perfect Pitch
Babies as young as 8 months old can start music lessons at Perfect Pitch.
Perfect Pitch is a music school that offers classes for all ages, starting from babies as young as 8 months old. The music development programmes offered at the centre range from certificate courses for those who are keen to master music professionally, to holistic social music programmes for those who are looking to discover the simple joys of learning music.
Perfect Pitch aims to bring out the best in your little ones through the powerful and universal language of music.
Find out how the music enrichment classes for kids can help to develop your child’s love and interest in music.
1. Music Instrument Programmes: PerfectStrings™, PerfectKeys™,
2. Vocal Individual Classes & Group social singing classes: PerfectVoice™ (Each class runs for 30 minutes)
3. Music programmes from USA and Australia: PerfectBabies™ and PerfectKidz™ (Each class runs for 1 hour)
Enjoy these great offers when you register your child for classes during the Open House:
– 25% off 1st term fees for all new sign-ups
– 15% off term fees for all existing students who pre-pay their term fees in full.
Terms and conditions apply.
For more information about the enrichment programmes at Perfect Pitch, you can contact the centre at 6509 9987 or visit https://perfectpitch.sg.
17. Genius R Us
Let your kiddos have a blast with the fun hands-on workshop at Genius R Us.
Genius R Us is an enrichment centre that offers unique learning programmes for kids through the Kidz Can Bake™, Tots Can Bake!™ and Kidz Can Craft™ workshops. True to its name, these workshops are tailored to help kids discover their innate talents and bring out the ‘genius’ in them through the process of creative learning and self-discovery.
One thing I love about the centre is that they also take bookings for birthday parties – so you can let the kiddos enjoy themselves with a spread of treats and one of the baking activities on their special day. How’s that for a birthday bash with a difference?
Let your kids join in the fun with the baking workshops at Genius R Us!
1. Rainbow cuppies baking workshop
2. Pineapple tarts baking workshop
3. Cornflakes cookies baking workshop
* Each trial workshop runs for 1 hour.
Enjoy this Star Deal when you register your child for the following classes during the Open House:
– $100 for 3 sessions of Kidz Can Bake!™ OR 2 sessions of Tots Can Bake!™ (Includes FREE Little Chef membership privileges worth $250)
Terms and conditions apply.
For more information about the enrichment programmes at Genius R Us, you can contact the centre at 6634 6020 or visit https://www.geniusrus.com.
Have you tried any of these classes for babies in Singapore? Please share your experience with us in the comments section below.