[Ang Mo Kio/Bishan/Thomson/Toa Payoh] Preschools

[knuckles]

Anyone interested in My First Skool (cc by NTUC) at Bishan Blk 153? My 2yo gal is in already in the toddler class and my 4yo in Zion Bishan Kindergarten (going to rebuild next yr) nearby. The school is newly opened on 1st Aug 11. I plan to put my 4yo in their K1 next year but the principal told me that there wasn't enough students to form a K1 class as their current intake is only up til N1 this year.


There are already 4 students on the K1 waiting list and they just need another 2-3 more students to form the class. So far, my 2yo enjoys going to the school and the K1 classroom at the other side is very nice and still brand new! See attached pic.
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If any parents staying in bishan interested, please contact the principal at [email protected] or visit the centre at Blk 153 Bishan St 13. School fee is also very reasonable at just $340+ a month after working mum subsidy.

[Mamo]

tiredmummy1972:

Hello mummies..


so difficult to find schools in Bishan! I will be moving to this area in a few months' time. Those good centres are all full!
I need recommendation for preschool ( k1 and N1) as well as Before after school for my P2 boy.
I m under wait list for the preschool. But most likely if they still dont have a vacancy for my k1 boy by next month, i will try church kindy or PCF ( which is my last resort). My N1 girl still can wait.. no hurry.

Hi Tiredmummy1972, Hv you found a preschool for your K1 boy? Mine is attending school at Singapore Montessori near Windsor Park, Upper Thomson Road. The teachers are very caring and my son enjoys school very much. Most importantly, I think the school is preparing him well for P1 next year.

[krmeow]

Hi! I’m new to this site. I need some advice from you all. My girl is currently attending LSH CC but she’s just been offered a place @ Marymount Nursery next year. I work from home but I do have to attend meetings so I can’t really afford the time to look after her for the rest of the day.


Does Marymount offer any enrichment classes and if she takes them up, what do I do about mealtimes? What other suggestions would you all give? My Little Campus is totally full.

Would appreciate any feedback.

[littlehelper]

Hi do you prefer marymount to her current cc?

If there’s not much difference is there any reason why you registered for marymount?
If there’s no specific reason/unhappiness with current CC i guess there’s no need for you to change school for her right? Especially since you will have more problems logistically.
(I think kindergarten is more focused since its 4 hours programme instead of a cc with nap times and all)
If you really want to change to Marymount is there anyone else who can help you with your child?(Or you are fine with working with your child around?) Parent/inlaws/maid/babysitter?

Yes they do have enrichment programmes but it’s only for a 1-2 hours and only on certain days (once or twice a week) therefore on the other days you will still need child care arrangements.

[krmeow]

Thanks Little Helper. Sorry for the late response. Weekends are chaos. Actually, I wrote wrongly, She is now in My First Skool, run by NTUC. I don't have problem with her current teacher even though there seems to be rather high rate of turnover during the last 6 months. However, academically, I think shé will not be as prepared. It would be great if there if there is a resonably priced childcare that also prepares her for school. I've asked at My Little Campus but the it's toally full.


Any other suggestions for childcare around Bishan area would be greatly appreciated.

[littlehelper]

Some suggestions-

I’m not too sure about the academic standards but i thought the activities at star learners are pretty interesting which will leave impressions on the child which will probably give the kid a good foundation.However, i feel the class size a little too big.

Kinderland probably prepares the child well.Have seen a teacher carry out a lesson(Learning alphabets) She first started by reinforcing what they had learnt (eg K is for?.. kids answer…) And they did well:)After which she started on the alphabet they were going to learn that day.
However the kinderland at pemimpin seems abit run down.
If you don’t mind travelling there’s one at carmichael and one at hougang.

Some other centers that you may want to check out.
Agape little uni, red schoolhouse and cherie hearts at midview city.
I think a smaller group of pupils will definitely aid in improving academic standards.

If you don’t mind kindergartens/few hour programmes you could try out bright start montesorri.

[iLoveChubby]

Hi knuckles

I previously was sourcing for a pre school for my kid (gg K1 next yr) last month or so, came across My 1st Skool at Bishan 153, liked e environment but was told by the centre that there aint enough K1 kids so they may not open the class.
So i went to register my kid in another nearby school.
Just today, the principal (cheryl?) called me, said they need 8 to start K1 class and already 4 confirmed… I will be visiting the centre this wkend and will make a decision soon…
Can you share alittle more on their curriculum / programmes / teachers’ quality?

[iLoveChubby]

Visited the bishan MFS… new schs are always nice and clean! I hv no doubt my kid will enjoy this sch (becos there seem to be alot of things/toys to play/explore) but i m concerned abt the curriculum and staff quality. Kindergarten is a v impt stage for kids to establish their foundation before hitting P1. Seeing my older kid (now in P1) confirms that i REALLY need to put my younger one into a good kindergarten that is not only academic but fun (where got so good rite? :p)


Appreciate if anyone can share their views on MFS curriculum esp K1/K2?

[cutiegreenapple]

Anyone has good recommendation of preschools at Toy Payoh?

[simplemum]

Hi knuckles and ilovechubby,


I have been reading this thread and decided to register in KSParents to post my comments.
I am going to enrol my boy in MFS in Bishan 153 next year for K1 class. When the principal, Cheryl called up, she says I am the 8th person to confirm the vacancy. So I guess there will be no problem in starting the K1 class next year, I hope

I will be going down for registration cum one-to-one orientation 2 wks later with my boy, cos that's when the principal is available to be ard.

Has anyone confirmed registering for K1 class in this MFS?
Similarly, I hope to receive any comments/feedback on MFS curriculum too.