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Arts Junior Montessori has received sharply divided feedback reflecting serious safety concerns. Multiple parents reported injuries to their children—including bleeding wounds, bone fractures, and displacements—with complaints that staff either failed to provide first aid or notify parents promptly. While one satisfied parent noted patient teachers and their child's progress in motor skills, others cited high staff turnover after relocating to Shiro House, declining standards, and inadequate playground supervision as reasons for withdrawal.

In 2017, our 2 years old daughter started to go to Arts Junior Montessori. On 3rd day, when mother picked up our daughter, she was crying badly. Mother thouht it was just because our daughter didn't like the school so she left the school quickly. On their way home, mother found 3 injuries in arm (bleeding), knee and inside mouth (bleeding). We complained over phone but the school didn't admit nor apologize. On the contrary, they suspected she was injured after school and asked us the possibility of injury after school repeatedly even after we explained the possibility of 3 injuries without our perception was nil. I was surprised and frightened with the fact that, 1.The school was totally unaware of 3 injuries. It's not easy to overlook 3 times injury ?? 2. They didn't consider the possibility of injury at school even though they overlooked 3 injuries (paid less attention to children ??) Unfortunately, our daughter was 2 years old and couldn't explain what happened at school. But she was really scared of the school so we withdrew our daughter next day. I heard at least 2 more incident at this school & those are posted to some website.

Hi I'm writing this testimonial with lots of love and gratitude for all the support and great services that the Art Junior Montessori had provided for my daughter.Siti Aisyah had an impressive progress in her tenure at Arts Junior Montessori, both her teachers and Principal were very patient and never had failed to keep encourage Siti Aisyah to improve her motor skills and communication. My Daughter, Siti Aisyah was delayed in her speech and her motorskills .Since that first interview with Ms Shana in which she provided Siti Aisyah the opportunity to enroll in Arts Junior Montessori, little by little she has been able to control herself by crawling and learning to walk/stand . This was all possible due to the staff dedication and strong work ethics commitment . Both myself and my husband really appreciate all the effort, hard work, love and care that every carer has ever shown towards her. Enrolling my daughter into Arts Junior Montessori was one of the best things we’ve done as a family. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for child care in this area. 🤗

Used to be good until they shifted to current location in shiro house. New facilities are fairly impressive. But strangely had turnover of several good teachers and senior staff. Standards then dropped in my opinion. Coupled with a few unhappy incidents, we decided to pull our child out...

I would like to recount my experience at the school and for all parents to be informed. My child was severely injured with a bone displacement and fracture and was not given first-aid. The school also did not inform me of the injury and she was crying for at least 45 minutes till I arrived to pick her. She was clutching her injured arm, sitting beside two teachers who were nonchalantly cutting paper and not paying any attention to her. She was later admitted to A&E and was there for 9 hours. We then found out that they had hired an illegal worker who was supervising the children. Unfortunately, the School avoided all responsibility and refused to meet with us nor the parents of the two boys who caused the injury. The School's owner (Ms Momoyo Misugi) also prevented one of the boy's mother from apologizing to us as she said that my father threatened to beat the boys. When we confronted her on this matter, she panicked (wondering how we got to know about it) and brushed it away saying that she may have misheard my father. With regards to the illegal employment, the School maintained that the person was an 'observer' and was not paid. Other parents and I saw the person for more than 3 weeks and actively working with the kids. Not just observing. The School then told ECDA that the person was there for only less than a week. For close to 9 months, Ms Misugi refused to meet us till she finally relented to pressure from ECDA (government). Even to fix a date for the meeting, she kept saying she was not free or was overseas. On a day that she was supposed to be away, she was caught red-handed by ECDA to be in the School. With the influx of students since Jan 2017, there's been much overcrowding, poor control and hygiene especially at the toilets. The teachers look irritated and harassed especially with the younger children crying non-stop and their diapers falling off because the teachers are just overwhelmed with the number of kids. They also sent us reminders of late payment on school fees during the months that my daughter was recovering from her fractured and displaced arm. We found that to be in such poor taste. We also had a hard time enrolling her in a new school as they did not release her name from the childcare link system. The School also refused to return us our deposit. I also heard from another parent about her son being bitten by mosquitoes/bugs so badly he came home with 12 very swollen and lumpy bites all over his legs and body. The parents asked the school and they simply replied that there were no other cases so the boy must have gotten it from elsewhere. The parent was very upset with the dismissive attitude. She pulled her child out. In my 1+ year enrolling my child in the school, more than 4 local principals/administrators came and left. There was also high turnover of admin staff. I thought something was very wrong when teachers also started to leave all of a sudden. I know of at least 2 teaches who went on leave and never came back. Back in 2016/17, the school did not take temperature and check for HFMD. I am not sure if that is allowed. We highlighted this to them several times and they made some attempt of getting parents to record the temperature before coming to school. I believe this is not in line with ECDA's requirement. Hope to bring awareness to other parents out there.

Own management review their own school. The 2 five stars ratings are from their management. High staff turnover and curriculum is haphazard. Playground is fun but is full of potential hazards if not properly supervised.

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How much does "Arts Junior Montessori" charge per month?›

Arts Junior Montessori is priced in the mid-range ($$) tier on a monthly recurring basis, which is consistent with the playgroup segment in Singapore. Exact monthly fees are not publicly listed, so you will need to contact the centre directly for a current fee schedule. Beyond the headline monthly fee, families should also ask about the registration fee, a deposit (commonly equivalent to one to two months' fees), and any additional charges for uniforms or personal accident insurance. Childcare and playgroup fees in Singapore are GST-exempt, so the figure quoted should be the amount you pay. See the full childcare cost guide for Singapore →

What subsidies can I claim at "Arts Junior Montessori"?›

Singapore citizen children enrolled at ECDA-licensed childcare centres may be eligible for the Basic Subsidy — up to S$600 per month for infant care and up to S$300 per month for childcare — subject to the centre holding the relevant ECDA licence. Working mothers who work at least 56 hours per month may additionally qualify for the Working Mother's Child Relief or additional means-tested subsidies of up to S$710 per month in combined support. Kindergarten Fee Assistance (KiFAS) applies to eligible kindergarten programmes. Permanent resident children are eligible for partial subsidies only. Subsidy amounts and income thresholds are reviewed periodically, so the figures above may change. Contact ECDA directly at go.gov.sg/ecda or speak to the centre administrator for the most current quantum and eligibility criteria before enrolment. Note: Arts Junior Montessori does not currently list an ECDA licence in its public profile. Confirm with the centre whether it is an ECDA-licensed operator before assuming subsidy eligibility applies.

Is there a waitlist at "Arts Junior Montessori"?›

Playgroup and childcare places in Singapore are in high demand, particularly for the January intake, which aligns with the start of the school year. For popular centres, families are advised to enquire three to twelve months ahead of their intended start date, with infant care slots often filling the earliest. To secure a place at Arts Junior Montessori, you will typically need to submit a registration form and pay a registration fee and deposit. These payments usually confirm your child's slot. Contact the centre directly via phone or their enquiry form to check current availability and to understand their specific registration process before making any payment.