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Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction
Brighton Montessori @ Hillview caters to children aged 18 months to 6 years, offering programs from Pre-Nursery to Kindergarten 2. The school follows the Montessori curriculum, emphasizing hands-on learning and individualized teaching approaches in areas such as Phonics and Mathematics.
Brighton Montessori - Hillview has typical class sizes of 3, instruction in English.
Location
Brighton Montessori Hillview is located at 1 Hillview Rise,
01-02 Hillview Community Club, Singapore. The centre is in the Hillview neighbourhood and is a short walk from Hillview MRT (Downtown Line DT3). Public transport options include Hillview MRT and nearby bus routes (176, 963, 970, 973) with bus stop 43261 opposite Hillview Heights close by. Parking is available at Hillview Community Club.
Stages
The Hillview centre offers Infant Care (2–18 months) exclusive to Hillview, followed by Pre-Nursery & Playgroup for around 18–30 months, then Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Kindergarten 1 and Kindergarten 2. The page for the Hillview location and the site navigation show Infant Care, Pre-Nursery & Playgroup, Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Kindergarten 1 and Kindergarten 2 as programme levels.
Type
Private Montessori preschool centre (part of Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees); operates as a non-boarding, private centre. The Hillview location page identifies Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees as the operator.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Public materials do not publish a nationalities breakdown for pupils. The Brighton Montessori network runs eight centres islandwide, including Hillview, serving local and international families.
Additional learning support
SEN-related provisions are not described as a dedicated programme. The Infant Care page notes EYDF alignment and a low caregiver-to-child ratio (1:3), with ACEY- or HCIC-certified educators, indicating individualized care within the Montessori framework.
Country affiliation
Singapore. This centre operates within Singapore, with public Singapore addresses and references indicating Singapore-based provision.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not indicated in public materials. The centre is described in neutral Montessori terms without a stated religious program.
School day structure
Centre hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am–7:00pm. This is shown on the Hillview location page under Operating Hours.
Bus service
There is no publicised school bus service. Access is via public transport: Hillview MRT is a 5-minute walk away, and bus routes 176, 963, 970, and 973 stop nearby (bus stop 43261). Parking is available at the Hillview Community Club.
Fees
Annual tuition at Brighton Montessori - Hillview ranges from from SGD 10,800 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fees
- One-time registration fee: SGD 872 (one-off at enrolment). - Security / deposit: one month's school fee charged up front and held as deposit on confirmation of placement.
Tuition fees by programme and session (typical monthly rates)
- Infant Care (Hillview centre only): not listed centrally in public fee tables; private infant-care rates at Brighton-style centres commonly sit in the S$1,200–S$1,500 per month range (Hillview operates an Infant Care programme).
- Pre‑Nursery & Nursery 1 — Half‑day (morning, typical 8:30–12:00): SGD 1,450 per month. Per term (4 months): SGD 5,800. Per year (12 months): SGD 17,400.
- Pre‑Nursery to Kindergarten 2 — Half‑day (afternoon session): SGD 1,000 per month. Per term (4 months): SGD 4,000. Per year (12 months): SGD 12,000.
- Preschool (full‑day, typical 8:30–17:30): SGD 1,850 per month. Per term (4 months): SGD 7,400. Per year (12 months): SGD 22,200. (Where extended hours apply, full‑day/extended rates can be higher — commonly up to about SGD 2,000–2,140 per month depending on hours and centre.) Per term (4 months) at SGD 2,140: SGD 8,560. Per year (12 months) at SGD 2,140: SGD 25,680.
- Flexi / Extended care options (example flexi day 8:30–15:00): SGD 1,730 per month. Per term (4 months): SGD 6,920. Per year (12 months): SGD 20,760. Extended‑day rates (to 7:00pm) are commonly around SGD 2,000 per month.
Notes on the fee figures above
- The figures above are expressed as monthly tuition and are shown with equivalent per‑term and annual totals using a 4‑month term for calculation (per term = monthly × 4; per year = monthly × 12). The centre's session options (half‑day, full‑day, extended) determine which monthly rate applies.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Upfront payment required at enrolment: payment of the one‑month deposit plus one month's school fee is required to secure a place. Fees are normally charged on a monthly basis in advance. - Promotions and fee waivers are offered periodically (for example registration‑fee waivers and first‑months' discounts); promotional terms normally require the upfront deposit and one month's school fee to be paid and set out specific start‑by dates and non‑combination clauses.
Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding is not applicable; Brighton Montessori centres are day preschools with operating hours listed (daytime preschool hours, e.g., 7:00am–7:00pm at the Hillview centre).
Other one‑off or ancillary costs
- Annual insurance: small annual insurance fee (example reported value S$7.50 per year at some centres). Uniform and PE attire: examples reported by independent sources show starter uniform sets and PE attire priced modestly (example values published: uniform set ~ S$47.08; PE attire ~ S$26.75). Schools may also charge for starter packs, learning materials or excursion fees when applicable.
Refund and withdrawal handling
- The registration fee is treated as non‑refundable in standard promotional terms. Promotional terms state that, if a family withdraws prior to the child's enrolment start date, the registration fee is deducted from any upfront payment (deposit and first month's fee), and promotional perks are typically non‑transferable and non‑refundable. Specific refund handling for deposits and prepaid fees is set out in the centre's enrolment terms and promotion T&Cs.
Fee payment options
- Centres require payment of the deposit and initial fees at enrolment; common payment channels used by Singapore preschools include bank transfer, direct debit / GIRO or other e‑payment methods and, where available, credit/debit card. The centre will confirm the accepted payment methods in the enrolment paperwork and invoice.
Summary
- One‑time registration: SGD 872; deposit: one month's school fee. Typical monthly tuition ranges shown above by session type; equivalent per‑term and annual amounts are computed using 4‑month terms and 12 months, respectively. Boarding is not applicable. Ancillary costs (insurance, uniform, PE attire, starter packs and excursion fees) may apply. Registration fees and promotional perks have specific non‑refund clauses in enrolment/promotional terms.
Academics
Brighton Montessori - Hillview teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1.5 to 6.
Curriculum
Brighton Montessori Hillview follows a Montessori-based curriculum designed to prepare children for formal schooling, organized around five Montessori subjects: Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, Language, and Cultural Studies, taught through hands-on activities. Phonics and early literacy are integrated through Montessori tools and concrete-to-abstract methods, supporting reading and writing development. Enrichment programmes include the Intensive Chinese Immersion Programme (ICIP) and Kidz Fun Discovery Programme (KFDP), offered after lunch on weekdays. Infant Care is now offered at Hillview for ages 2 to 17 months, with bilingual English–Mandarin immersion, aligned with ECDA's Early Years Development Framework, and educators with ACEY- or HCIC-certification. The curriculum emphasises an individualised pace, a purposefully designed environment, and a low teacher-to-child ratio to support personalised progress across the programme. Cultural Studies covers science, history, botany, and general knowledge, with termly themes and a Mandarin language component across levels.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Brighton Montessori integrates social-emotional development into its curriculum through an Emotional Intelligence (EI) framework that is central to daily practice. The EI curriculum covers core competencies such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management, and emotional mastery, with explicit learning elements like Recognising Emotions, Understanding Emotions, Empathy Development, and Effective Communication. Mindfulness breaks, led by teachers, occur daily and last about ten minutes, and reflective journaling is incorporated for older early years groups to promote self-reflection. The learning outcomes explicitly include supporting students' mental well-being and resilience, as well as positive relationships. The Hillview page notes that greenery and nature are linked to better mental health, reinforcing the focus on wellbeing.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision, including which needs are supported or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. No details are available on dedicated SEN staff, facilities, or processes from the provided materials. Consequently, there is no public confirmation of a formal SEN program beyond general EI and wellbeing initiatives.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Hillview Infant Care Programme is aligned with ECDA's Early Years Development Framework and adopts a bilingual English–Mandarin Montessori approach, focusing on respectful caregiving and holistic development. This bilingual framework indicates language support for English as an additional language within the centre's early years provision. The Hillview page confirms the English–Mandarin bilingual approach as part of its infant care offering.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental well-being is a stated focus within the EI curriculum, with outcomes aimed at supporting students' emotional health and resilience. Daily mindfulness breaks and reflective journaling contribute to the school's approach to mental well-being. The Hillview page notes that greenery is associated with better mental health, underscoring the school's emphasis on well-being in its environment.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies or procedures in the provided materials.
Admissions
Scholarships
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FAQs
What curriculum does Brighton Montessori - Hillview offer?
Brighton Montessori - Hillview offers AP, Montessori curriculums. Brighton Montessori Hillview follows a Montessori-based curriculum designed to prepare children for formal schooling, organized around five Montessori subjects: Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, Language, and Cultural Studies, taught through hands-on activities.
What age range does Brighton Montessori - Hillview cater for?
Brighton Montessori - Hillview accepts students from age 1.5 to 6. The Hillview centre offers Infant Care (2–18 months) exclusive to Hillview, followed by Pre-Nursery & Playgroup for around 18–30 months, then Nursery 1, Nursery 2, Kindergarten 1 and Kindergarten 2.
What are the fees at Brighton Montessori - Hillview?
**Application / Registration fees** - One-time registration fee: SGD 872 (one-off at enrolment). - Security / deposit: one month's school fee charged up front and held as deposit on confirmation of placement.
Where is Brighton Montessori - Hillview located?
Brighton Montessori - Hillview is located in Singapore. Brighton Montessori Hillview is located at 1 Hillview Rise, #01-02 Hillview Community Club, Singapore. The centre is in the Hillview neighbourhood and is a short walk from Hillview MRT (Downtown Line DT3).
Is Brighton Montessori - Hillview co-educational?
Brighton Montessori - Hillview is a co-educational school. Private Montessori preschool centre (part of Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees); operates as a non-boarding, private centre. The Hillview location page identifies Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees as th.
What learning support does Brighton Montessori - Hillview provide?
Brighton Montessori - Hillview provides learning support services. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision, including which needs are supported or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. No details are available on dedicated SEN staff, facilities, or processes from the provided materials.
Does Brighton Montessori - Hillview offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
The Hillview Infant Care Programme is aligned with ECDA's Early Years Development Framework and adopts a bilingual English–Mandarin Montessori approach, focusing on respectful caregiving and holistic development.
What facilities does Brighton Montessori - Hillview have?
Brighton Montessori Hillview offers an Infant Care Programme for ages 2 to 17 months. The programme is bilingual English–Mandarin Montessori and is aligned with ECDA's Early Years Development Framework. The centre is located at 1 Hillview Rise, #01-02 Hillview Community Club, near Hillview MRT.
What languages are taught at Brighton Montessori - Hillview?
English and Mandarin are used. The Infant Care Programme uses a bilingual English–Mandarin Montessori approach aligned with ECDA's Early Years Development Framework. The Infant Care Programme uses a bilingual English–Mandarin Montessori approach.
Who is the head of Brighton Montessori - Hillview?
The head of school at Brighton Montessori - Hillview is Shirleen Yang.
What is the parent community like at Brighton Montessori - Hillview?
Brighton Montessori describes its community as built on open‑door communication and a strong parent–school partnership. The Hillview centre offers an Infant Care Programme aligned with ECDA's Early Ye A formal Parent‑Teacher Association (PTA) is not publicly described on the site.
