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Reviews reveal significant operational issues at most Shichida Method locations. Multiple parents report unprocessed refunds months after requesting them, with unresponsive communication via email and WhatsApp. Several centers introduced undisclosed material fees ($145) mid-term without consultation, while experienced teachers departed and service quality declined; however, one reviewer praised Teacher Kat specifically for four years of engaging, decorated lessons with thoughtful touches like festive gifts and achievement recognition.

I submitted a deposit and class cancel refund form on 18 Dec 2025 after The Shichida Centerpoint centre closed. The centre informed refund would be processed by HQ, but until today it has not been received and emails/WhatsApp are not responding. When the refund will pay?

The center implemented an increase in fees by introducing material charges without prior notification. During one term, no materials were provided for students to take home since there was no material fees. Several experienced teachers have left, which impacted the class quality. Our last class was in March, and the deposit has not yet been returned. There has been no update or report from the admin to date.

After 1 term, the management suddenly decided to increase the term fees by adding the so called materials fees, it’s an extra $145. The so called materials are their Shichida cards which I already have for my elder child, and they didn’t consult me whether I needed it. Next I expected the worksheets which my elder daughter was working on when she was there in year 2020 to 2021 and the teachers would collect and mark them. For my younger daughter, they only gave the worksheet in the second month and didn’t give anymore. The poems section was not taken seriously, my child prepared for the poem recital but there wasn’t any chance for the children to recite unlike my elder daughter who got the chance to recite. A lot of the Shichida experience were not delivered up to standards and yet they are increasing the fees by adding materials fees which was already supposed to be part of the curriculum.

Highly recommend Teacher Kat!! My son has been attending her lessons for almost 4 years now. She is very passionate and experienced, she makes every lesson fun and engaging. She goes the extra mile to decorate the classroom, giving out gifts during festive seasons and even little golden man trophies after children completing their recitations. My son improves tremendously under her care. The front desk staffs are super friendly too. Greet us warmly and even remember my son’s name! We look forward to attend the Shichida Method lesson every week!

We attended the IFC Akarui opened by the Shichida Founder, with promise of shichida lessons, food nutritional to the brain, Japanese lessons etc. School fee was at 2700/ month. But shichida class was only conducted when my child was 5 months in the school. Their so called food for brain development is no difference from other childcare food. Not long after, the center announced it would be closing down. We noticed good teachers are fired (but we were told they resign 1 by 1) and in replacement the school took in auntie to take care of the infants. There were no classes conducted, they literally conducted a few lessons of shichida class before they decided to close the place down and took away the classes. Babies were left crying incessantly, and when we arrived and waved at the babies, they stopped crying momentarily and the auntie came out saying "wow you guys finally stop crying". For a premium IFC under shichida specialising in brain development, they offered screen on ipad for the babies to watch. They hid it in the bookshelves, but we noticed the babies gathering around the area. On our arrival, the auntie quickly placed down the ipad and put the tissue over it. The Japanese teacher was thankfully still around but very overworked because most teachers are gone. It was a horrid experience for the premium price paid. Really horrid management / founder who priced profit over the babies. This experience has really scarred me as a mother, and I really regretted leaving my such young baby under their charge Leaving the review here though my child is now 33 months old. She was in the IFC from 3 month to almost 12 months.

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The Shichida Method is priced in the moderate ($$) range on a monthly recurring basis. When enquiring, ask for a full breakdown of fees, including any one-time registration fee, a refundable deposit (typically equivalent to one to two months' fees at many providers), and any extras such as uniform or personal accident insurance. Childcare and playgroup fees in Singapore are GST-exempt, so the monthly figure quoted should be the amount you pay. Always request the full fee schedule in writing before signing any agreement. See the full childcare cost guide for Singapore →

What subsidies can I claim at "The Shichida Method"?›

Subsidy eligibility depends on the programme type and whether it is an ECDA-registered or anchor-operator centre. For qualifying childcare centres, Singapore citizen children may access the Basic Subsidy (up to S$600 per month for infant care, S$300 for childcare) and, where the mother works at least 56 hours per month, the Working Mother's Child Care Subsidy. An Additional Subsidy of up to S$710 per month combined is available for lower-income households. Permanent residents receive partial subsidies at lower rates. Subsidy amounts are subject to change, and not all playgroup or enrichment-style programmes qualify under the same framework. Contact ECDA directly at ecda.gov.sg for the most current subsidy figures and to confirm whether The Shichida Method's specific programme qualifies.

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Popular playgroup and childcare programmes in Singapore can fill months in advance, and January is typically the peak intake month aligned with the school calendar. For infant care in particular, families are advised to enquire six to twelve months ahead; for playgroup programmes, three to six months is a reasonable lead time. To secure a place, providers usually require a registration fee and, in some cases, a deposit. Neither guarantees a slot until formally confirmed in writing, so follow up after submission. Contact The Shichida Method directly by phone or via their enquiry form to ask about current availability and the steps needed to register your interest.