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Growing Up Gifted Katong demonstrates strong teacher engagement and curriculum variety, with reviewers consistently praising staff approachability and principal Yvelyn's commitment to values-based early education. The center offers diverse activities including robotics, yoga, and cooking alongside standard literacy and numeracy programs, delivered through creative, play-based methods. Multiple families reported smooth transitions and notable behavioral improvements in shy children, with staff providing patient encouragement and creating a family-like community atmosphere that prioritizes genuine care over marketing.

GUG Preschool @ Katong has been an absolute blessing for our family! Sending my three kids there has been the best decision we've made. The teachers are incredibly welcoming and approachable, creating a warm and nurturing environment for the children. The variety of activities offered, from water play to yoga, cooking, and even robotics, ensuring that there's always something exciting happening. What's truly remarkable is how they've sparked my kids' interest in Chinese through engaging experiments, delightful songs, and captivating stories. It's truly an awesome place where learning knows no bounds!

We transferred Javier to GUG Katong from another childcare center at the start of his K2 year and he adapted very well to the new environment very quickly. Ms Yvelyn’s, the in-charge, commitment to early education and her belief in influencing the correct values to young children gave us confidence that our child is in good hands. The center teachers are patient and encouraging. My child’s favorite teacher was张老师. My boy made some close friends fairly quickly and loved the center so much that he balled his eyes out on his last day with the center in Dec 2023. Thank you GUG for giving Javier a wonderful K2 year. 👍

This pre-school is the best choice in the East for your toddler if you value quality care, good teaching techniques, staff members that really care for the well being of your precious ones over branding and fancy marketing. I really appreciate the years of taking great care of my kid by the principal Evelyn and the entire team. Kudos and my strong endorsement.

My son had been attending GUG Katong since N2… now K2. There’s not a day he doesn’t look forward to attending. The school offers wide range including science, yoga, robotics in additional to the regular literacy and numeracy programs. They conducts the classes with lots of fun and creativity into the lessons while preparing them for next level of education. Teachers and staff are friendly and approachable, best of all updates provided to parent’s almost daily! Had been a great help to me whenever I reached out to the Teachers about his behaviors and coaching / educating him! Jun Wei's gonna miss the GUG Katong family lots! Thank you!!

My 1st preschool for my child and I must say that it's really a great time with the school. This is like a big family to my daughter and myself. Everyone is so closely knitted, teachers, principal, director and all staff are so loving, dedicated and caring. My child used to be very shy and quiet, under the teacher's encouragement, she has opened up alot and is more expressive now. Excellent literacy and numeracy syllabus. The foundation in building their skills is excellent. She has no problem in coping with Primary 1 academically. Big thank you to Ms Zhang, Ms Yvelyn, 张老师，Teacher Siti, Teacher Mochi & all the staff in GUG. Thank you for making my child 's preschool journey a memorable one with many sweet memories to remember.

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How much does "Growing Up Gifted" charge per month?›

Specific monthly fee figures for Growing Up Gifted were not published at the time of this listing, so you will need to contact the centre directly for a current fee schedule. As a general guide, preschool and kindergarten fees in Singapore typically range from around S$700 to S$2,000 or more per month depending on the programme, hours, and operator type. Beyond the monthly tuition fee, families should ask about a one-off registration fee, a deposit (commonly equivalent to one or two months' fees), and any charges for uniforms, insurance, or enrichment activities. Childcare and kindergarten fees charged by ECDA-licensed centres are GST-exempt. See the full childcare cost guide for Singapore →

What subsidies can I claim at "Growing Up Gifted"?›

Singapore citizen children enrolled at ECDA-licensed centres may be eligible for government subsidies that reduce monthly fees. The Basic Subsidy provides up to S$600 per month for infant care and up to S$300 per month for childcare. Working mothers who work at least 56 hours per month may qualify for the additional Working Mother's Child Development Co-Savings (WMS), and lower-income families can access further means-tested support, with total combined subsidies reaching up to S$710 per month or more in some cases. Kindergartens may also qualify for KiFAS support. Permanent resident children are eligible for partial subsidies at lower quantum. Subsidy amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to change, so always verify the current figures directly with ECDA at ecda.gov.sg before making financial plans based on any published guide.

Is there a waitlist at "Growing Up Gifted"?›

Waitlists are common at well-regarded preschools and kindergartens in Singapore, particularly for popular age groups and January intake — the main annual enrolment period. For infant care places especially, it is not unusual for families to enquire six to twelve months ahead of their intended start date. Even for nursery and kindergarten, enquiring three to six months in advance is advisable. To secure a place at Growing Up Gifted, reach out via WhatsApp, phone, or the enquiry form to check current availability for your child's age group. If a slot is offered, you will typically be asked to pay a registration fee and deposit to confirm the place. Contact the centre directly for up-to-date vacancy information, as availability changes frequently.