doris
doris
Find Schools
Events
Saved schools
My account
Parent Guide Parent testimonials Community Transparency Charter About For Schools
Currency
B

Blue House International - East Coast

Singapore

Save school
Share
Navigate

· Reviewed by · B2C Marketing Manager

Independently researched by doris.
Not yet claimed by the school
Claim your profile
The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SGD 22,356 - 26,700
Ages 1½ - 6 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Blue House International
Academic offering
Curriculum Reggio Emilia Approach
Typical class size 8
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction

Blue House International – East Coast (Rambai Road) is a small, garden-based early years centre serving children aged 18 months to 6 years. The campus hosts Playgroup through Kindergarten 2 with educator-to-child ratios from 1:6 to 1:10, and a stated capacity of about 60 children. The school follows a Reggio Emilia-inspired emergent curriculum and offers a bilingual English–Mandarin environment where Mandarin and English educators work concurrently. Children spend extended time outdoors and the environment is treated as a “third teacher,” with learning flowing between a central piazza, veranda and garden. Families can opt into the Discover Programme, including Discover Art, Discover Mandarin and Discover Music. The site also describes a partnered school bus option with morning drop-off for a 9:00 a.m. start and midday/afternoon returns.

This campus is part of Blue House International

17 Rambai Road, Singapore 424336

The Essentials

Blue House International - East Coast has typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.

Location
Blue House International – East Coast is situated in Singapore’s East Coast area, close to Katong, Joo Chiat, Marine Parade, and Eunos. The campus is easily accessible by public transport, including Eunos MRT and nearby bus routes. The surrounding neighbourhood is residential with many family-friendly amenities.

Stages
The Rambai campus offers early years programmes for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Classes are grouped into Playgroup, Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Kindergarten 1, and Kindergarten 2.

Type
Blue House International – East Coast is a co-educational international preschool. It provides half-day and full-day options but does not offer any boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provision for the East Coast campus.

Country affiliation
The school is not affiliated with any national curriculum.

Religious affiliation
The school does not state any religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school day begins at 9:00 a.m., with transport services returning children home at 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m., depending on programme choice. Lunch is provided for full-day students. Specific daily schedules are not published.

Bus service
Yes. The school partners with external operators to provide bus services. Pick-up is arranged for morning arrivals, and drop-offs are available at midday and in the afternoon. Parents are given operator contact details and timing options, ensuring flexibility for half-day or full-day attendance.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
There is no uniform requirement; clothing is a form of self-expression.

Food Options
Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea are provided by the school. Children are welcomed to pack a snack and/or lunch from home where dietary restrictions or preferences need to be observed.

Governance and Ownership
The Rambai campus is operated by Blue House International.
Fees

Annual tuition at Blue House International - East Coast ranges from SGD 22,356 to SGD 26,700 for 2026/27.

Application Fees

Registration Fee: SGD 300 (non-refundable)
Deposit: One month’s full-day programme fee (refundable upon withdrawal, subject to school policy)

Tuition Fees (Per Year)

Half Day (18 months – 6 years): SGD 22,356 (SGD 1,863/month × 12, excluding GST)
Full Day (18 months – 6 years): SGD 26,700 (SGD 2,225/month × 12, excluding GST)
*All fees are subject to 9% GST.*

Additional Fees

Slumber Programme: SGD 80 (one-time, includes mattress and two covers)
Insurance: SGD 10 per year (NTUC Junior Protection Plan)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea are included; the school follows a nut-free policy.
Academics

Blue House International - East Coast teaches Reggio Emilia Approach for students aged 1.5 to 6.

Curriculum
Blue House International – East Coast follows a Reggio Emilia-inspired emergent curriculum designed for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Learning is project-based, with children’s interests guiding inquiry and exploration, and the environment is treated as a “third teacher.” The programme is bilingual, with English and Mandarin educators working together on shared lines of inquiry throughout the day. Classes are structured into Playgroup, Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Kindergarten 1, and Kindergarten 2, each with age-appropriate educator-to-child ratios. Beyond the core classroom programme, children may also join Discover classes in Art, Music, and Mandarin, which extend the Reggio-inspired approach into specialist areas. As an early years school, Blue House does not offer formal qualifications or external examinations.

Academic calendar
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school encourages social and emotional development through daily practices such as extended outdoor play, project-based group learning, and weekly community walks. These activities are designed to foster collaboration, independence, and confidence. The environment is described as a “third teacher,” promoting relationships between children, educators, and the community. Specific staff roles or formal SEL programmes are not detailed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school operates a bilingual English–Mandarin programme, but it does not publish any dedicated EAL support for children who are not fluent in English

Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publish specific information about mental wellbeing initiatives or support programmes.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose a safeguarding or child protection policy on its website.
Parent Experience

History
Blue House International was established in Singapore as an early years organisation inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. The East Coast campus, also referred to as the Rambai campus, was opened to extend the school’s offerings to families living in the eastern part of the city. The school emphasises inquiry-based learning, with the environment positioned as a “third teacher.” While the website shares its educational philosophy, it does not provide details on founding ownership or the exact year of establishment.

Community
The school highlights a strong sense of community, with events that bring families, children, and educators together. At the East Coast campus, weekly community walks are part of the routine, encouraging children and families to engage with their local surroundings. Cultural celebrations, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, are also featured in campus events, alongside sustainability initiatives like the on-site Recycling Centre (“Karung Guni”).

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school’s website does not describe a formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Instead, parent involvement is evident through open houses, cultural events, and parent-accompanied playgroup sessions that encourage families to join their children’s learning. Families are also invited to participate in workshops, such as music-led sessions, and community gatherings that provide opportunities to connect with educators. Communication with parents is supported through newsletters and campus updates. These approaches reflect an emphasis on collaboration between families and the school community, even in the absence of a formal PTA structure.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Blue House East Coast, Rambai Road campus, is a single-storey bungalow set in a large garden with a welcoming veranda. It has a small capacity of 60 children and operates as a home-like learning environment. Children connect throughout the day via a central piazza, create art on the veranda, and explore the garden. The campus is located in the East Coast area near Joo Chiat and Still Road, with outdoor spaces designed to support exploration and learning. Weekly community walks help children engage with local shopkeepers, artists, and dog walkers.

Academic Facilities
Programs at Rambai Road cover the full early years sequence: Playgroup (18 months–2.5 years), Nursery 1 (2–3 years), Nursery 2 (3–4 years), Kindergarten 1 (4–5 years), and Kindergarten 2 (5–6 years). Playgroup provides full or half-day options with a 1:6 educator-to-child ratio and includes a nap/rest time. Nursery 1 runs 2–3 years with a 1:7 ratio and 5 days; Nursery 2 runs 3–4 years with a 1:8 ratio and 5 days. Kindergarten 1 runs 4–5 years with a 1:10 ratio and 5 days; Kindergarten 2 runs 5–6 years with a 1:10 ratio and 5 days per week.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Weekly community walks are part of the program, helping children build relationships with local community members, including shopkeepers and artists.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Arts & Creative
Across the age groups, children connect throughout the day as they pass through the central piazza, create art on the veranda or explore the garden. The environment supports artistic expression during daily routines and learning. Spaces are arranged to invite creative activity in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Cultural & Language
The campus provides a bilingual Mandarin-English environment. Mandarin and English educators work concurrently along a common line of inquiry led by the children's interests. Mandarin is used contextually and proficiency is built through daily exposure and use.

Community & Service
The campus conducts weekly community walks to build relationships with local shopkeepers, artists and dog walkers, connecting children with the surrounding community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Children benefit from large chunks of uninterrupted time outdoors to enjoy multiple learning experiences. The environment is treated as a child's third teacher, guiding inquiry and exploration. Outdoor spaces and the garden support physical activity and wellbeing as part of daily life.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application Submission – Families apply online through the school’s official application form. Applications are only considered “formally applied” once the complete form and required supporting documents are received and acknowledged. Other methods of applying are not accepted.

2. Offer of Place – If a place is available, the school issues an offer together with an invoice. The invoice includes the Registration Fee, Deposit, and the First Term’s Fee. Parents should note that enrolment is not guaranteed until these payments and all required documents are submitted in full.

3. Enrolment Confirmation – Enrolment is confirmed once the invoice is settled and documents are approved. Children join the programme either on the 1st or the 16th of the month, depending on availability and the family’s preference. Age placement is determined by the child’s age as of 1 January of the current year.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose any scholarships or financial assistance programmes on its website.

Waitlist
The school does not charge an application or waitlist fee.
School Events
The school has not added events
Search for more schools
Search schools in Singapore Open days & tours in Singapore View all schools Search all schools