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Lily Valley International Preschool

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SGD 30,000
Ages 1½ - 6 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum)
Taught languages Mandarin, English
Typical class size 10
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction

Lily Valley International Preschool offers the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and transitions to the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) as children advance. The learning environment features specialized ateliers, such as the Light Atelier and Tinker and Maker Atelier, designed to stimulate creativity and exploration. A unique aspect of Lily Valley is its co-working space for parents which encourages active family participation in the educational journey

6 Raffles Blvd, #02-27/28 Marina Square, 039594, Singapore

The Essentials

Lily Valley International Preschool has typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English.

Location

Lily Valley Preschool is located at 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-101 Marina Square, Singapore 039594. The preschool sits in the heart of the Marina Bay area, a central and well-connected district popular with families and professionals. It is easily accessible via multiple MRT stations including Esplanade, Promenade, and City Hall, all within walking distance.

Stages

Lily Valley Preschool offers programmes for children aged 18 months to 6 years. The school is structured into age-based classes, progressing from playgroup through nursery and kindergarten levels.

Class placement is based on age and developmental readiness.

Type

Lily Valley Preschool is a co-educational day school for children aged 18 months to 6 years.

It does not offer boarding facilities.

Additional learning support

Lily Valley Preschool does not explicitly detail provisions for Special Educational Needs (SEN) on its website.

However, the school's Reggio Emilia-inspired approach emphasizes child-centered learning, which may accommodate diverse learning needs through individualized attention and flexible teaching methods.

Country affiliation

Lily Valley Preschool has no formal affiliation to any particular country.

Religious affiliation

Lily Valley Preschool has no religious affiliation. Children from all backgrounds are welcome.

School day structure

Lily Valley Preschool operates from 7:00am to 7:00pm, Monday to Friday offering both half-day and full-day programs.

The full-day program runs from 8:00am to 5:00pm, while the half-day program runs from 8:00am to 12:30pm. Breaks and meals are included as part of the daily routine.

Bus service

Lily Valley Preschool offers a school bus service for children travelling between home and school.

All buses follow safety guidelines, and supervision is provided during the journey. Parents can arrange for transport by contacting the school reception.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

The school offers day programs only, with Full Day (8am–5pm) and Half Day (8am–12:30pm) options; operating hours are 7am–7pm and bus transport is provided for daily travel to and from home.

Food Options

The school provides a healthy international daily menu (breakfast, lunch and tea break) with healthier cooking methods. It uses brown rice, low salt and no MSG, with appropriate portions, and the menu is accredited by the Singapore Health Promotion Board.

Governance and Ownership

The school is described as a non-profit Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool. The legal entity is Lily Valley Preschool Pte Ltd.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lily Valley International Preschool ranges from SGD 30,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Deposit Fees
Registration Fee: SGD 250 (before GST)
Deposit for Full Day Program: SGD 2,500 (equivalent to one month’s full-day fee before subsidy)
Deposit for Half Day Program: SGD 2,300 (equivalent to one month’s full-day fee before subsidy)
Insurance Fee: SGD 20 (before GST)

Tuition Fees (Monthly)
Monthly Full-Day Program: SGD 2,500 (before GST)
Half-Day Program: SGD 2,300 (before GST)

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Fees are billed monthly in advance.
- Payment is due before the start of each month.
- Accepted payment methods include bank transfer and GIRO.​

Refund Policy
The deposit is refundable with appropriate notice as per the school's withdrawal policy.

Fee Payment Options
- Payments can be made via bank transfer or GIRO.
- Credit card payments are not accepted.​
Academics

Lily Valley International Preschool teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) for students aged 1.5 to 6.

Curriculum

Lily Valley Preschool offers a curriculum based on the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for ages 18 months to 4 years, focusing on play-based, inquiry-led learning across key developmental strands. It aligns with Singapore’s NEL Framework and emphasize critical thinking, communication, and social-emotional growth.

For ages 5 to 6, the school uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), which introduces subject-based learning alongside personal and international goals.

The curriculum is supported by the Reggio Emilia approach, encouraging exploration through thoughtfully designed learning spaces. A bilingual Mandarin-English immersion runs throughout all levels, promoting early language development. Creative subjects like visual arts, music, and digital tools are integrated into weekly learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Lily Valley Preschool integrates social and emotional learning (SEL) into its curriculum through play-based and inquiry-led activities aligned with the Reggio Emilia approach. Children engage in sensory experiences like sand, water, and messy play to express emotions, develop self-regulation, and build friendships.

Educators support SEL by designing hands-on learning experiences that encourage active participation and exploration. The school also fosters strong family engagement through parent participation initiatives, workshops, and regular communication, promoting a collaborative community that supports children's social and emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Lily Valley Preschool is not a specialist Special Educational Needs (SEN) institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

To support children for whom English is an additional language, Lily Valley Preschool integrates a bilingual Mandarin-English immersion program across all year groups. This program is designed to build English language skills alongside Mandarin, with a focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Teachers use inquiry-based, play-led approaches to provide language-rich environments and scaffold English learning in everyday activities.

While the school does not run a separate EAL program, classroom teachers are experienced in supporting language development for multilingual learners.

Mental Wellbeing

Lily Valley Preschool supports mental wellbeing through daily social-emotional learning and its Reggio Emilia approach. Teachers are trained to observe and respond to children’s emotional needs using play, creative expression, and group interaction. Dedicated spaces like ateliers encourage emotional regulation through hands-on activities.

While the school does not have a formal mental health department, wellbeing is supported through teacher practices and family engagement.

Safeguarding

While the school does not publicly detail specific safeguarding measures, it provides a Parent Handbook outlining its policies and procedures, including those related to child safety and wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History

Lily Valley Preschool was founded in 2021 by Mr. Ben Zhou, who identified a need for quality, child-focused early years education in Singapore. Established as a non-profit organization, the preschool emphasizes family participation and community collaboration in its educational approach.

The school operates under Lily Valley Pte. Ltd., a private company limited by shares, with all profits reinvested into the school to benefit the children, faculty, and facilities. Decisions regarding major expenditures and curriculum enhancements are made through a community voting structure, ensuring transparency and collective input.

Community

Lily Valley Preschool fosters an inclusive school community where both parents and staff have a say in decision-making. Proposals on matters such as summer camps, curriculum additions, school facilities, and staff incentives are voted on collectively.

The school uses a forum-based voting system with delegated voting and online quorum meetings, replacing traditional board meetings to improve efficiency. This structure enables timely decisions and active participation from the broader community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Lily Valley Preschool does not have a formal PTA but involves parents directly in school activities and decisions. Parents contribute to curriculum ideas, learning spaces, and join teaching teams.

A daily Parent Forum/Quorum allows feedback on school matters and child development. Decisions on programmes and facilities are made through a shared voting system. Parents also volunteer in community clubs and field trips. The model supports active collaboration between families and staff.
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Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school is located at Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-27/28, Singapore 039594. The spaces include specialised ateliers such as Light Atelier, 3D Immersive Atelier, Tinker Atelier, Digital Landscape, Art Atelier, and a Makerspace, plus a Green Table Garden for hands-on food production. Classrooms are designed with abundant natural light and incorporate elements of nature into learning. Centre Stage provides a platform for storytelling, public speaking, and performance to support confidence-building. Afternoon specialty programmes include multi-sports, robotics and coding, creative music and movement, and visual art.

Sports Facilities

Multi-sports is offered as an afternoon specialty programme.

Academic Facilities

The school uses the International Global Learning Framework (IEYC and IPC). The Mandarin Immersion Program provides bilingual Mandarin learning for children from 18 months to 6 years. Classrooms feature abundant natural light and nature. Centre Stage supports language development and performance through storytelling, recitation, and role-play. Age levels span from Toddler/Playgroup (18 months) to Kindergarten Two (6 years).

Extra Curricular Facilities

Afternoon specialty enrichment programmes include multi-sports, robotics and coding, creative music and movement, and visual art. Additional enrichment options include Art Science, Culinary Arts, Eco Gardening, Visual Arts, Expressive Music and Dance, Chinese/English Speech and Drama, and Gym. Specialised ateliers such as Light Atelier, 3D Immersive Atelier, and Makerspace support hands-on, exploratory learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school operates on a mission-driven, non-profit framework. It emphasizes inquiry-based and play-based learning within its pedagogical approach. The environment is designed to support learning through authentic experiences and deliberate documentation of children's progress.

Cultural & Language

The school offers a Bilingual Mandarin Immersion Program designed for children from 18 months to 6 years old, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Mandarin.

Community & Service

There is a strong emphasis on collaboration among teachers, children, and families as part of the learning community.

Leadership & Professional

The school highlights small teacher-to-child ratios and a partnership model between educators and families to support learning progress.
Languages

Language Provision

Mandarin and English are taught through a bilingual Mandarin-English immersion; the programme is underpinned by IEYC and IPC international frameworks.

Bilingual Teaching

Bilingual Mandarin-English immersion program for children aged 18 months to 6 years.

Immersion Programs

Mandarin Immersion Program (bilingual Mandarin-English) for ages 18 months to 6 years.
Reputation

Accreditations

SPARK Certification: Awarded by Singapore’s Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA), this accreditation recognizes preschools that meet quality standards in teaching, curriculum, and management. ​

Health Promotion Board Accreditation: This endorsement signifies the school's commitment to providing nutritious meals and promoting healthy lifestyle habits among children.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Book an open house visit or school tour
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to explore the learning environment and speak with staff. Open house events offer a chance to observe classes and understand the school’s approach. You can register for a visit through the school’s website.

2. Submit an application form
After your visit, you can complete and submit the admissions form provided by the school. This includes personal information, your child’s background, and any additional learning or language needs. Supporting documents, such as birth certificates and immunization records, may be required.

3. Attend a parent meeting or child observation session
The school may invite you for a follow-up meeting or schedule an observation session to better understand your child’s readiness and fit. This helps teachers plan appropriately for each child’s transition.

4. Receive an offer and confirm enrolment
If your child is offered a place, you’ll receive an official letter along with instructions for confirming enrolment. A deposit or enrolment fee may be required to secure the place. The school will provide further information on start dates and orientation.

Scholarships

Lily Valley Preschool does not currently offer scholarships.

Waitlist

Lily Valley Preschool does not publicly detail a formal waitlist or wait pool system on its website.
School Events
The school has not added events