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Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction
Children’s Cove Preschool – Pasir Ris is located at 443 Pasir Ris Drive 6, within the Pasir Ris neighbourhood and close to Sea Shell Park and the local Heartland Mall area. The campus highlights flexible learning spaces inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, including a spacious library and cozy reading nooks, and promotes easy access to a playground and garden. The broader Children’s Cove curriculum features Building Blocks areas such as Aesthetics & Creative Expression (Performing Arts and Visual Art), Discovery of the World (including cookery, safety, and health), Language & Literacy (English and Chinese/Second Language), Motor Skills, Numeracy, and Social & Emotional Development. A distinctive aspect across Children’s Cove is the nature-connected environment referenced in school pages and the group’s emphasis on outdoor learning within local communities. Families can reach the Pasir Ris campus directly using the published address and phone number.
Children's Cove Preschool - Pasir Ris has typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English.
Location
Children’s Cove Preschool – Pasir Ris is located in the Pasir Ris neighbourhood in eastern Singapore. The campus is near Sea Shell Park and the Heartland Mall area, set within a residential community. The school highlights access to nearby green spaces and community facilities.
Stages
The Children’s Cove group serves children from 2 months to 6 years of age. At Pasir Ris, the school offers preschool and kindergarten programmes, with infant/toddler care available at other campuses.
Type
Children’s Cove Pasir Ris is a co-educational preschool. The school provides day programmes only, and there are no boarding facilities.
Additional learning support
The website does not provide any published details on Additional Learning Needs or Special Educational Needs support for the Pasir Ris campus.
Country affiliation
The school has no affiliation with any specific country; it is a Singapore-based preschool brand.
Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation.
School day structure
The website does not publish start or end times, break times, or daily schedules for the Pasir Ris campus.
Bus service
The Pasir Ris campus does not list any bus or coach service.
Academics
Children's Cove Preschool - Pasir Ris teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1.5 to 6.
Curriculum
Children’s Cove Preschool follows its proprietary Building Blocks curriculum, designed for early years learning. The framework covers Aesthetics and Creative Expression (Performing Arts and Visual Art), Discovery of the World (General Knowledge, Science, Cookery, Safety, and Health), Language and Literacy (English and Chinese/Second Language), Motor Skills Development (both fine and gross motor skills), Numeracy, and Social and Emotional Development. Learning spaces at the Pasir Ris campus are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, supporting exploration and creativity. These areas are not structured around external examinations or qualifications, as the school caters to children from infancy through preschool and kindergarten stages. The curriculum is intended to prepare children with foundational skills in language, numeracy, physical development, and personal growth before entry into primary education.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional development is one of the six core areas in the Building Blocks curriculum. The school describes learning goals such as developing self-awareness, managing emotions, building positive relationships, and showing respect for diversity. These are integrated into daily activities, alongside opportunities for children to practise cooperation and empathy. Provision is embedded into the curriculum rather than offered as a separate programme. No additional staffing or dedicated SEL specialists are mentioned on the website.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision. While English is the primary language of instruction and Chinese/Second Language is taught as part of the curriculum, there is no mention of targeted support programmes for students who are not yet proficient in English.
Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental well-being initiatives, programmes, or staff support for students’ mental health.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Initial Enquiry and School Tour Families begin by submitting an enquiry form through the school’s website. Parents may select their preferred campus (including Pasir Ris) and indicate whether they are interested in infant care or preschool. The school encourages families to arrange a campus tour to meet staff and view facilities before proceeding with enrolment.
2. Application Submission After the initial enquiry, the school will follow up to share the application form and explain the required documentation. Parents are expected to provide basic details such as the child’s name, age, and desired enrolment date. This step establishes whether spaces are available at the requested campus and level.
3. Confirmation and Enrolment Discussion The admissions team will contact families to confirm availability and guide them through the next steps. Specific enrolment requirements, such as fees or medical records, are discussed directly at this stage. No standardised timeline or publicised checklist is available online, so arrangements are handled on a case-by-case basis.
Scholarships
The school does not publicly disclose the availability of scholarships. Website content does mention temporary promotions (for example, fee discounts linked to Open House events), but these are not scholarships and are offered at the school’s discretion.
Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose the use of a waitlist or pool system.
FAQs
What ages does Children's Cove Preschool Pasir Ris accept?
The school caters for children from 2 months old through to 6 years of age. Programmes span infant care, playgroup, nursery, and kindergarten.
What educational approach does the school use?
Children's Cove Pasir Ris uses the C.O.V.E. approach, designed to foster curiosity, resilience, and independent thinking. This framework guides all teaching and learning across age groups.
Is Children's Cove Pasir Ris co-educational?
Yes, the school is co-educational and welcomes both boys and girls. It operates solely as a day school.
How long has Children's Cove been operating?
The Children's Cove Preschool group was established in 2010 and is described as multi-award-winning. The Pasir Ris campus is one of several across Singapore.
Does the Pasir Ris campus offer infant care?
Yes, infant care is available from 2 months old. This provides continuity of care from the earliest stage through to kindergarten readiness.
What are the school fees?
Fee details are not publicly listed on the school profile. Parents should contact the Pasir Ris campus directly for current fee schedules.
Is there any special needs support at this campus?
There is no specific mention of SEN support at the Pasir Ris campus. Parents with additional learning needs concerns should enquire directly with the school.
What is the school's location in Pasir Ris?
The school is located in the Pasir Ris area of Singapore's eastern region. Specific address details can be obtained by contacting the school directly.
Are there any enrichment programmes available?
While specific enrichment details are not listed, the C.O.V.E. approach incorporates structured and exploratory activities. Parents should enquire about any additional enrichment offerings.
What has Children's Cove won awards for?
Children's Cove is described as multi-award-winning, though specific award details are not listed on this profile. The recognition reflects the group's standing in Singapore's early childhood sector.
