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China, Shanghai
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Step 1: Submit an initial application package and any required documents. Public information about Tiny Tots Shanghai does not publish a formal, official checklist for this school, but at international kindergartens in Shanghai, families typically provide a registration form, copies of the child's birth certificate and passport, immunization records, and proof of address. Parents should prepare these materials in advance and be ready to supply additional documents if requested during the inquiry phase. A school representative will usually acknowledge receipt and outline the next steps.
Step 2: Arrange a campus visit or interview. Public-facing guidance for Shanghai international kindergartens often includes an on-site visit or family interview as part of the onboarding process. During this visit, families can tour the facilities, meet potential classroom staff, and ask questions about curriculum, class size, and daily routines. Tiny Tots Shanghai is described as operating English-language programs in Shanghai, which typically involves a discussion of language exposure and placement with staff. (Context on campus visits and language emphasis is consistent with international kindergarten practice in Shanghai.)
Step 3: Child assessment and placement discussion. In many Shanghai international kindergartens, there is a placement discussion or informal assessment to determine the appropriate class level (for ages roughly 2–6) based on age and developmental readiness. Families should expect questions about the child's routine, social skills, and language exposure. Tiny Tots Shanghai uses an English immersion program and a Sequential Step System, which may inform how placements are determined.
Step 4: Offer and enrollment. If a place is available and the child meets the criteria, an offer is extended. The enrollment typically requires returning forms and paying a deposit or holding fee to secure the space. The deposit is often applied toward tuition and serves as a formal commitment to enroll.
Step 5: Documentation and prep for start. After accepting an offer, families complete any remaining enrollment paperwork, provide any outstanding documents, and receive start dates and orientation information. Schools often provide a welcome packet with schedules, uniforms, and supply lists. While specific Tiny Tots steps are not published in accessible sources, these steps are typical for Shanghai's international preschool sector.
Information on waitlist is not publicly published for Tiny Tots Shanghai.
Tiny Tots International Pre-School & Kindergarten in Shanghai serves children aged 2 to 6 years and offers an early years programme based on the Wonders and World of Wonders curriculum from McGraw-Hill, a structured early childhood syllabus supporting literacy, numeracy, and developmental skills. Teaching is primarily in English, with Chinese also included, and learning is guided by the school’s Sequential Step System, which places children according to developmental readiness. Weekly activities include phonics, reading, mathematics, science exploration, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, baking, and physical play, alongside themed studies related to world topics and seasonal celebrations. Founded in 1997, Tiny Tots has a long history in Shanghai and typically organises classes in small groups of around 12 children, allowing close teacher interaction. Many teachers come from English-speaking countries. The school places particular emphasis on helping children feel confident and comfortable as they learn and adjust to an English-language classroom environment.
