Our Value Proposition
At KinderBuds Preschool, our responsibility is not just child minding. We are committed to provide your child with the necessary academic and life skills so that your child can get the best start in life. Our caring and passionate educators give their utmost to secure that parents have peace of mind at work, while your child is learning and playing in school.
Safe and Conducive Environment
Our school offers a safe, engaging environment with varied daily activities, including a private playground, indoor play gym, and enrichment classes. Bright, partitioned classrooms minimize distractions, helping children enjoy coming to school each day.
Professionally Trained and Qualified Teachers
We invest in our teachers through ongoing training and support, ensuring they are well-equipped to nurture each child’s growth and help them become confident, global citizens.
Future Ready Child
Our Mandarin curriculum makes learning Chinese enjoyable and engaging through cultural-rich activities in an immersive environment, fostering a genuine love for the language.
Required Documents
Required Documents
For Singapore Citizens
- Child’s Singapore Birth Certificate
- NRIC of both parents
- Health Booklet – Your child must complete MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) and DPT (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus) vaccinations prior to registration, based on National Childhood Immunisation Schedule (Singapore)
- CDA Letter/Statement Account* and Bank Account Number for GIRO Application
*If CDA Account belong to sibling, please bring along the sibling’s Birth Certificate
- Recent passport-sized photo of your child
- Legal Guardian’s NRIC, if applicable
- Legal documents from lawyers bearing both parents’ signatories confirming legal guardianship of the child, if applicable
Note – Additional information and supporting documents may be requested to support the registration.
For Singapore Permanent Residents
- Child’s Birth Certificate
- Child/s Entry/Re-entry permit
- NRIC of both parents or Entry/Re-entry Permits if they do not possess Singapore NRIC
- Vaccination Certificate/Health Booklet – Your child must complete MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) and DPT (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus) vaccinations prior to registration
- Recent passport-sized photo of your child
- Bank Account Number for GIRO Application
- Legal Guardian’s NRIC, if applicable
- Legal documents from lawyers bearing both parents’ signatories confirming legal guardianship of the child, if applicable
Note – Additional information and supporting documents may be requested to support the registration.
For Foreigners
- Child’s passport/visit pass/Dependent’s Pass
- If your child does not hold a valid Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP), Dependent’s Pass (DP), and Immigration Exemption Order (IEO), our preschool will apply for a Student’s Pass (STP) for your child and is subject to assessment and approval by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA)
- Child’s Birth Certificate
- NRIC/ Dependant’s Pass/ Passport of both parents
- Vaccination Certificate/Health Booklet – Your child must complete MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) and DPT (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus) vaccinations prior to registration
- Recent passport-sized photo of your child
- Bank Account Number for GIRO Application
- Legal Guardian’s NRIC, if applicable
- Legal documents from lawyers bearing both parents’ signatories confirming legal guardianship of the child, if applicable
Note – Additional information and supporting documents may be requested to support the registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request for a centre visit?
You may request a visit to the centre by filling up the interest form directly on our website. Alternatively, you can also call our student liaison officer to help you book a centre of your choice.
Where are your teachers from and what are their qualifications?
Most of our teachers are from China, Singapore and Malaysia. All our core teachers have minimally a Diploma in Early Childhood. All our principals possess a leadership qualification in early childhood over and above their teaching qualification and have numerous years of experience in the profession. All our teachers also received in house trainings to ensure quality and consistent teaching methodology.
Will my child have any outdoor activities?
Absolutely! We believe that children need to explore their surroundings. Our school have access to a private playground and provide opportunity for sand play, water play and other wonderful sensory activities. Our learning spaces are also in abundance in our outdoor play area and provide support to our children well-being.
How does the school communicate with the parents?
Our school uses a mobile app called Diibear. Teachers will upload photos and portfolios inside the app every 2 weeks so that parents are kept aware of the child learning progress. Important announcements are also sent via the mobile app and community chats within our WhatsApp groups. For any ad hoc messages or urgent messages, parents are encouraged to contact us using WhatsApp or call directly to our school.
Do you provide school bus services?
Yes, this is provided through an external transport provider. Parents are encouraged to liaise with the school bus vendor directly for routes and bus fees information. Our principal will be happy to provide you the contact information.
What kind of meals are served in your preschool?
We endeavour to provide our children a well-balanced diet. They will be served meals in accordance with guidelines set by the Health Promotion Board (HPB) for the Healthy Meals in Preschool Programme (HMMP). Pork, mutton and beef are excluded for health and religious reasons.
Depending on the programme your child is enrolled in, children are served breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea daily. Our menus are displayed on the notice board. Food served may vary slightly due to the availability of food items due to seasonal nature. Our food is prepared directly by our in house cook. We discourage children to bring their own food unless there are strict dietary need and food allergies.
What should I do if my child has food allergies?
If your child has food allergies or special dietary restrictions, either for health reasons certified by a registered medical practitioner or for religious reasons, please notify our preschool immediately in writing. Our staff will discuss with you how best we can assist.
What happens if there is a communicable disease outbreak in school?
In the event of a communicable disease outbreak, we will increase the frequency of health and temperature checks as well as monitor the children and staff closely for any symptoms of the disease.
Children and staff who are unwell are strongly advised to seek medical attention promptly and rest at home until they are fully recovered. We will also step up on our cleaning/hygiene routines, suspend large group activities and carry out precautionary measure to minimize the spread of the illness.
The school adopt a clear and transparent communication policy. Parents will be notified of the outbreak through the various channels we have and be updated of any related developments. We will also notify the relevant regulatory agencies and comply with any instructions to safeguard our children’s and staff well-being.
What is the preschool’s withdrawal and refund policy?
Parents who wish to withdraw their children are required to give one calendar month’s written notice using our preschool’s withdrawal form. This must be submitted on the first working day of the month for withdrawal to take place at the end of that same month. Any notice given after this day will be considered effective the first day of the following month.
Any deposit balance will be refunded will be refunded only if the following conditions are met:
- Parents give the required written notice period to our preschool for withdrawal
- There are no outstanding programme fees/arrears
- The last month’s programme fee shall not be pro-rated and is paid in full.
All refunds will be made via GIRO/CDA GIRO only. Any refund for payment made out from the CDA must be credited directly back into the same account. All refunds will be made within 1 month from withdrawal date.