[Jurong East/Jurong West] Preschools
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hi,seems like quite a few pple staying at floravale…i just shifted in 1 mth ago…my son is almost 1 year old and being a kiasu parent, i’ve starting looking for a cc for him…seems that no one mentioned abt Gracefields at Taman Jurong and Treehouse Kindercare at Westwood Cres??any reviews?
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Hi,
Thought I'll share my personal experience with Little Wonders Montessori (LW) for other parents' reference as I have been reading a lot from this forum.
My daughter have been in this premise since she was 18 months (then with Treehouse Kindercare) and until now with Little Wonders Montessori-JW branch due to the takeover. We had intentions to move on news of the takeover, however the english teacher suggested that rather than to move my daughter to a new school/ teachers and friends, we might as well stay on and observe before we make our decision. We've been happy with our decision so far
During the 1+ year with Treehouse, she cried a little each time we send her to school in the morning, however the teachers managed to console her and she was participative to the activities in school. After the takeover by LW, we noticed that my daughter hardly cry in the morning, instead, she look forward going to school. This we observed and take it as a good sign. We also thought it might be due to the fact that she's much older as compared to when she just started at 18 months, but then, so long as she is now enjoying school, that's most important to us.
Management
No major changes. In fact, the Principle is acting as a teacher for this centre to ensure that it start well on a good note, which we thought is a good idea. So far, we've got good mutual communication with the management and teachers.
School Premise
I like the fact that it is a semi-d house as it is spacious and part of the outdoor is converted for activities. Well maintained and ventilated. Hygiene in the school is good, so far.
Teachers
I could only speak for the English and Chinese teachers who taught my daughter. So far my daughter have been coming back surprising us with new information, words and things, according to her was what the teacher read to them. Guess children would be the best person to feedback about Teachers and since she is unable to put her thoughts clearly at this age, we take her emotion as guage. So far she has consistently been telling us that school is good and those new words that she say and start writing are good testimonial for the teachers. Both teachers are very candid during our feedback session and even gave me tips on what I can do with my daughter during our free time. The teachers have also been consistently been giving feedback or reminders to the caregiver when she picks my daughter up from school in the afternoon.
I do agree with another forumer who feedback that the PR skills of the staff here is not fantastically good. For us, that is a small part as what matter most is their passion in teaching the little ones and their actions speaks louder than words.
Curriculum
The school provide thematic curriculum for us before the new term start. Apart from the usual classroom learning, we are happy to see from the takeover the different exposure the school is bringing to the children. For example, the waterplay activity within the school once a week and school outing every month. We welcome these variety of exposure the school introduce as we noticed that through this experiential learning, my daughter is happily learning new things without much thoughts about it. Also, these activities does bring newness to her Monday - Friday school routine. -
To kiasu mummy: What is the curriculum for Playgroup 1 toddlers in Little Wonders Montessoi at Westwood Crescent? So you think the teachers there are patient and caring? I am thinking of enrolling my child there but have some reservations. I last heard the class size is 12 students which I thought is pretty big.
Btw. anyone has any views on the Cherie Hearts branch at Jurong West Blk 721? Whether its good? -
Hi,
I’m also keen to know about childcare for K2 in JW area. -
Sharing my experience with Little Wonders Montessori - Jurong West.
http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?t=18194 -
[quote="Lingz"]To kiasu mummy: What is the curriculum for Playgroup 1 toddlers in Little Wonders Montessoi at Westwood Crescent? So you think the teachers there are patient and caring? I am thinking of enrolling my child there but have some reservations. I last heard the class size is 12 students which I thought is pretty big.
Hi Lingz,
You might want to check with Little Wonders about the PG1 as my daughter was in N1 when they took over the school.
The teachers are caring and welcoming. Particularly in the morning when the kids were at the doorstep, they normally have a specific teacher who welcome the kids. But even when that teacher is not at the entrance, any other teachers who come by were welcoming.
My daughter’s class is approximately 11. From the class photos teachers showed, there are normally 2 teachers. 1 main and the other to help. -
Hi All
I just shifted to Jurong West (near Gek Poh) and am looking for a playgroup for my 18 months boy. Prefer a 3/4 hours class as i have my MIL as the caregiver.
Enquired with Kidzone but is full for the year with about 70 waitlist.
Would like to find out if there are other schools that offer a few hours playgroup for 18 months? -
roseytulips:
I went for trial at TaRa. It's spanking new, nice facilities. You may want to check that out. At Jurong Point 6th floor.Hi All
I just shifted to Jurong West (near Gek Poh) and am looking for a playgroup for my 18 months boy. Prefer a 3/4 hours class as i have my MIL as the caregiver.
Enquired with Kidzone but is full for the year with about 70 waitlist.
Would like to find out if there are other schools that offer a few hours playgroup for 18 months?
There's also MMI, but I think their Tues Thurs slot is full, only the Mon Wed slot. I am also looking around but my dd has some time to go before she hits 18mth. So I'm just browsing. If you find anything good, please post here too! -
Hi all,
Any kind mummies have feedback on the Sparkletots at Nanyang? It’s just next to my parents hse so thinking of sending my boy there if it’s good… -
Hi all,
I am new to the forum, and just found this thread
I am looking for playgroup for my gal who is turning 2 in Jurong East area.
Any recommendation on any playgroup in that area?
Thank you.
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