About "The Children's Place"
The Children's Place is a preschool and kindergarten located at 299 River Valley Road, Singapore 238340, and has been verified by KakiList, meaning a real person has confirmed its operating details and contact channel. The centre is listed at a mid-range price point ($$). It holds a 5/5 rating across 13 Google reviews, though this is a small sample and should be treated as directional rather than definitive.
Families interested in enrolling should begin by contacting the centre to enquire about available slots for their intended start month, as places — particularly for younger age groups — can fill quickly. It is worth asking about the infant-to-caregiver ratio, the structure of the daily routine, and the settling-in period for new children. Parents of Singapore citizen children should also enquire about ECDA subsidies, which can meaningfully reduce monthly fees depending on household income and the mother's employment status.
To take the next step, reach out to The Children's Place via phone or the enquiry form listed on this page to check current availability, arrange a centre visit, and ask for a copy of the fee schedule and parent contract before committing to enrolment.
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Summary based on 13 Google reviews.
I consider myself very lucky to have found The Montessori Place of Learning. My 2 year old attended this daycare for 5 weeks and enjoyed it very much. The teachers are affectionate and caring and I could tell that my toddler looked forward to seeing them. I also really appreciated the flexibility of enrolling my child for just the time period that I needed and how easy it was to communicate with Vicky and the teachers. This is a great place for kids!
I fully agree with others regarding this hidden place to learn. To us, it feels like a dayhome, where teachers are reliable and experienced. Most importantly, they kept us updated on our child's progress every day. My child comes home looking forward to going to school the next day. Children are treated with freedom and are given the opportunity to play, explore, and have fun, which is all about - the image of child. Thumbs up!
I sent my 3 year old son here for 3 months. We were very pleased with the at-home atmosphere and the very kind teachers. 1) Flexible This is a very good childcare center during short stay in Singapore. Other schools require the expensive enrollment fee or other preparation fee but here set the fee for short term class like us. My son went to school twice a week, 3 hours per a class. We can decide with teachers how many times or how long child goes to school. (2) International environment The school mainly speaks English, but they also had Chinese language activities. My son speaks only Japanese, but they accepted him. He seemed anxious at first, but they treated him kindly and I was impressed that he became happy to go school within 3 months. There were 5-6 students in the class depending on the day of the week, and they seemed to come from many different countries. I think it was a good stimulating environment for my son. (3) Diverse activities In the daily schedule, Montessori activities are held as soon as he arrived at the school. After that, they sang more seasonally songs, drew pictures, made productions, and did many more activities than I expected. Thank you teachers!
I am so very glad and grateful that I have found Montessori Place of Learning! My 2yo child attended this centre for one month (during the holidays of his preschool), and it was a truly enjoyable experience. I liked that the teaching staff were caring and communicative - they updated me regularly on how my child was doing as well as on his activities. I also liked the Montesorri approach and materials. Combined with a relaxed atmosphere and good-sized space, this centre is a hidden gem. Highly recommended!
I sent my kid to this lovely kindergarten about 3 months ago and have been finding myself very lucky in every aspect. It was meant to be a very short stint but turned out this is a gem. The teachers are kind and flexible to customize for each kid's learning path. The amazing teacher student ratio further helps to reinforce the learning outcome. There is also a great deal of flexibility to bring your own meals and to have 2 hours or 3 hours programs in the afternoon. The additional benefit of having a small class is also that the kids seldom catch diseases (much less than in other school environment). I would say that this is a place perfect for the small ones who would need more personal attention. Furthermore, the true mixed age pedagogy is really at play in this wonderful place where the older children also hone their leadership. I can see my daughter grow dramatically. Thank you to teacher Rohini and teacher Leona!
Side-by-side with the next three highest-rated preschools/ kindergarten providers on KakiList, so you can see how The Children's Place stacks up at a glance.
| Provider | Google Rating | Reviews | Years | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Children's Place (this page) | ⭐ 5.0 | 13 | — | ✓ |
| Tiny Dinos | ⭐ 5.0 | 402 | — | ✓ |
| Starich Kindergarten | ⭐ 5.0 | 200 | — | ✓ |
| Little Gems Montessori | ⭐ 5.0 | 83 | — | ✓ |
The Children's Place is listed at a mid-range price point ($$), but a specific monthly fee has not been published on this listing. As a general guide, preschool and kindergarten fees at private centres in Singapore typically range from around S$1,200 to S$2,500 or more per month before subsidies, depending on the programme, hours, and age group. When enquiring, ask the centre to confirm the full fee breakdown, including any one-time registration fee, refundable deposit (commonly equivalent to one to two months' fees), and costs for uniform and personal accident insurance. Childcare and kindergarten fees are GST-exempt in Singapore, so no GST should be added to the quoted rate. See the full childcare cost guide for Singapore →
Singapore citizen children enrolled at ECDA-licensed childcare centres and kindergartens may be eligible for government subsidies. The Basic Subsidy provides up to S$600 per month for infant care and up to S$300 per month for childcare. Working mothers employed for at least 56 hours per month may qualify for an additional Working Mother's Child Care Subsidy on top of the Basic Subsidy. Families with a gross monthly household income below a certain threshold may also qualify for the Additional Subsidy, which can bring the combined subsidy up to S$710 per month or more under specific income bands. For kindergarten programmes, the KiFAS (Kindergarten Fee Assistance Scheme) provides means-tested assistance. Permanent residents receive partial subsidies at lower quantum than citizens. Subsidy rates are reviewed periodically, so refer directly to the ECDA website for the most current figures and eligibility criteria before making financial plans. Note that subsidies apply only at ECDA-licensed centres — confirm the centre's licence status directly with The Children's Place or via the ECDA iFinder before enrolling.
Availability has not been published on this listing, so it is important to contact The Children's Place directly to check current vacancies. As a general rule for Singapore preschools and kindergartens, families are advised to enquire three to twelve months ahead of their intended start date. Infant care places in particular tend to fill very quickly, and popular centres are often fully booked six months or more in advance. January is the peak intake month for most programmes, meaning enquiries made in mid-year for the following January tend to be the most competitive. Securing a place typically involves paying a registration fee and, once offered a slot, a deposit to confirm enrolment. Reach out to The Children's Place via phone or the enquiry form on this listing to ask about current availability for your child's intended start month and age group.
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