7 Preschools Around the CBD!

Looking for a kindergarten or child care close to work? Here's a one-stop guide to kindergartens around the Central Business District!

Learning Vision @ Cecil

Learning Vision @ Cecil caters to different children of age groups, from infants to 6 year-olds. We like the fact that the teachers work closely with parents to monitor each child’s progress.

It’s conveniently located in the middle of the CBD, allowing parents to sneak a peek at their kids during lunch hour or tea breaks! Learning Vision’s programmes treat and develop each child as a unique individual with a curious mind.

Opening: 7.00am-7.00pm 7.00am-2.00pm Address: 101 Cecil Street  Tong Eng Building #01-02 Singapore 069533 Contact: 6781 0888

https://www.learningvision.com

Little Skool-House

The centre offers a range of programmes, from full-day to half-day and a flexi-hour pre-school range for children aged from 18 months to 6 years. Not to mention infant care for babies from 2-17 months of age!

We love that the children are divided according to their age groups to ensure that their specific learning and playing needs are catered to. Little Skool-House focuses on Singapore’s heritage through tours and field trips to help your tot develop an appreciation for culture at an early age!

As a bonus, they stay open till 8pm on weekdays, giving you the time you need to head over after work.

Opening: 7.00am-8.00pm on weekdays Address: 65 Chulia Street  #02-02  OCBC Centre West Wing  Singapore 049513 Contact: 6236 0159

https://www.littleskoolhouse.com/index.html

Sunflower Kiddy House

Sunflower Kiddy House offers childcare for toddlers of 18 months to children of 6 years old. We enjoy their small student-teacher ratio that guarantees specialised care for your child! Older children are located on higher floors removing the obstacle of stairs for younger children.

They employ Multiple Intelligence Theory (MIT) and Development Appropriate Practices (DAP) in lessons and games that promote a well-rounded educational experience.

Opening: 7.30am-7.30pm on weekdays  7.30am-2.00pm on weekends Address: 141 Cecil Stree t #01-01 Tung Ann Association Building  Singapore 069541 Contact: 6225 5506

https://www.sunflowerkiddyhouse.com

Modern Montessori International – MMI Pinnacle@Duxton

Modern Montessori International – MMI [email protected]

Modern Montessori International has 5 different groups for children spanning the age of 18 months to 6½ years. The centre provides both full and half-day care along with a kindergarten programme.

Lessons are focused around the 5 different sections: Practical life Lessons, Sensorial Education, Communication, Language and Literacy, Cultural Subjects, Mathematics and Creative Art / Imaginative Play. Each of which reflects a holistic approach to your child’s development. Classes are small, meaning that little ones are given the attention they deserve.

A small downside is that, they firmly believe in independent learning and parents are not allowed – this does however, prepare your child for primary school!

Opening: 7.00am-7.00pm on weekdays  7.00am-2.00pm on Saturdays Address: 1D Cantonment Road #03-37 Singapore 085401 Contact: 66340070

https://www.modern-montessori.com

The Brain-Based SchoolHouse

The Brain-Based Schoolhouse provides care for children under the age of six, making use of the highly specialised Shichida Method™ to expand their brain capacity. This includes neuro-stimulation exercises and skill-based teaching which are designed to develop different parts of the brain.

We found the way they described their method, unfortunately, mildly mechanical and rigid. Terms such as ‘enhanced food’ to ‘physical setting’ made us feel like they were creating lab experiments as opposed to caring for children.

Opening: 7.00am to 7.00pm on weekdays  7.00am to 2.00pm on weekends Address: 1 Tanjong Pagar Rd  #02 - 01 Tanjong Pagar Plaza  Singapore 082001 Contact: 62202005

https://www.angelfire.com/ak5/brain-based/

Kinderland

Kinderland Childcare a kindergarten programme suits children ranging between 2½ to 6 years of age. Curriculum areas are blended seamlessly to provide children with an overall enriching, education experience.

A well-researched, theme-based approach has had a positive impact on many a child’s early education. The centre also places emphasis on self-esteem and social skill building, which will come in handy as your child prepares for school.

On the downside, we feel that the overly structured and packed schedule may not allow for flexibility or free expression.

Opening: 8.00am to 5.30 pm on weekdays Address: 14 Robinson Road #05-01 Far East Finance Building Singapore 048545 Contact: 6224 0510 and Address: 7 Maxwell Road #06-02MND Complex Annexe B Singapore 069111 Contact: 6323 1138

https://www.kinderland.com.sg/index.php

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Miss Vanda

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