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Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
1. Enquiry and School Tour
Parents are encouraged to begin the process by booking a school tour through the ChildFirst website. Tours allow families to view the facilities, understand the trilingual curriculum (English, Chinese, and Coding), and ask questions directly to staff.
2. Application Submission
Once parents decide to proceed, an application form must be submitted along with an application fee. At this stage, the school may request documents such as the child’s birth certificate and other identification.
3. Enrolment Confirmation
A one-month deposit is required to confirm a place, as stated in the school’s promotions. Placement is subject to availability and allocation is at the discretion of the centre.
4. Start Date
For younger children, promotions specify that the child must begin classes by the stated start date or when the child turns 18 months, whichever is applicable. This ensures continuity and eligibility for any fee rebates.
5. Billing and Discounts
School fees are billed monthly and are inclusive of GST. Certain enrolment promotions apply rebates in the 3rd or 4th month, provided that full monthly fees are paid first. Rebates cannot be combined with other discounts.
The school does not publish information on a waitlist or pool system for admissions.
The school does not publish information on scholarships or financial aid programmes on its website.
ChildFirst Preschool – Mountbatten is a city-convenient campus in Mountbatten Square, about two minutes’ walk from Mountbatten MRT (Exit A). Its iUnique curriculum blends AI (Artificial Intelligence), HI (Human Intelligence) and MI (Multiple Intelligences), delivered through a trilingual approach in English, Chinese and Coding/Robotics. Kindergarten levels include hands-on coding and guided use of generative AI tools, while Pre-Nursery and N1 feature Sensory Experiences and a Toddler Gym to develop executive function and life skills. Learning extends beyond the classroom with regular excursions—examples include visits to a hydroponics farm, the NEWater Visitor Centre, and nature walks—to connect classroom topics with real-world contexts. The school highlights its SPARK certification and Healthy Pre-school accreditation across centres. Families can book a school tour online; operating hours cover full-day and half-day care.
NEST, Dover Court International School’s Early Childhood Learning programme, gives young learners (aged 3 to 7) the best possible start. In a calm and nurturing environment, children learn through play, discovery and exploration – guided by expert teachers who spark curiosity and build confidence every step of the way.
From social–emotional wellbeing to early literacy and numeracy, our personalised approach ensures every child feels known, supported and inspired to thrive.
✨ Discover where learning grows naturally.
👉 Book a visit with NEST at Dover Court.
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