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EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore

Singapore

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Mandarin
Fees SGD 31,788 - 35,318
Ages 1½ - 6 years
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Part of
EtonHouse
Academic offering
Curriculum Reggio Emilia Approach
Taught languages Mandarin, English
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years
Introduction

EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore offers an inquiry-based curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Catering to children aged 18 months to 6 years, the school provides a bilingual learning environment in English and Mandarin. The campus features lush playgrounds, bike tracks, and an interactive sandpit, creating a sanctuary for exploration amidst the city. A distinctive feature is the ReAldo lab, where children engage in innovative thinking by transforming everyday materials into creative projects.

This campus is part of EtonHouse

15 Claymore Road, 229542, Singapore

The Essentials

EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore has 120 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English, Mandarin.

Location
15 Claymore Road, Singapore 229542. It sits off Orchard Road in the heart of Singapore's city centre. The campus is located in a two-storey building with indoor and outdoor spaces designed for early childhood learning.

Stages
Claymore serves children from Pre-Nursery through Kindergarten 2 (K2). The cohort covers ages roughly 18 months to 6 years.

Type
Co-educational day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Pupils represent nearly 30 nationalities. The school notes an international teaching staff and a diverse student body; it does not publish a specific most represented nationality or the local-to-international student ratio.

Additional learning support
Public SEN provisions are not listed publicly for Claymore. The school notes high teacher-to-child ratios by class (e.g., 1:4 to 1:15) to support individual learning.

Country affiliation
No country affiliation is listed. The campus operates as a Singapore-based international preschool and is registered as a foreign-system Pre-School with the Singapore Ministry of Education.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated publicly.

School day structure
Operating hours are 8:00am–5:00pm. Curriculum hours: Half Day 9:00am–12:30pm (Pre-Nursery to Nursery 2); Full Day 9:00am–3:00pm; Optional enrichment classes 3:15pm–4:15pm.

Bus service
A school bus service is available through Zheng Xing Transit. For enquiries contact the Parent Liaison Office or the bus vendor. Bus fares are published per academic term with 1-way and 2-way options by distance, and there is a one-time S$100 registration fee for new riders.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required for students. Uniforms may be purchased directly from the school campus. The published information does not specify uniform colours or the full list of items.

Food Options
Nutritious and balanced meals are provided. The menu offers standard and vegetarian lunch options, with a daily schedule that includes a morning snack and an afternoon snack. The menu is updated periodically to accommodate dietary requirements, and special menus are available for allergies or other needs.

Governance and Ownership
EtonHouse Claymore is part of the EtonHouse International Education Group, a private education group headquartered in Singapore that operates over 100 schools in multiple countries. The group is led by a Group Chief Executive Officer and a management team.
Fees

Annual tuition at EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore ranges from SGD 31,788 to SGD 35,318 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees
- Registration fee (non-refundable and non-transferrable): SGD 2,834.
- Refundable deposit (paid on registration, not subject to GST): Pre-Nursery deposit SGD 6,093; Nursery 1 – Kindergarten 2 deposit SGD 5,794. Total payable on registration: Pre-Nursery SGD 8,927; Nursery 1 – Kindergarten 2 SGD 8,628.

Tuition fees by year group and programme (termly billing; amounts shown include 9% GST where indicated)
- General notes: Fees shown include 9% GST and are collected on a termly basis (four times per year). Meals and snacks are included in the school fees. Monthly figures shown on the schedule are breakdown estimates and school fees may differ based on the student's start date.

- Pre-Nursery (18.5 months to 2.5 years old):
- 5 Full Days — Monthly (without GST): SGD 3,046.67; Monthly (with 9% GST): SGD 3,320.87; Termly payment (with 9% GST): SGD 9,962.61.
- 5 Half Days — Monthly (without GST): SGD 2,742.00; Monthly (with 9% GST): SGD 2,988.78; Termly payment (with 9% GST): SGD 8,966.35.
- 3 Half Days (Tues–Thur) — Monthly (without GST): SGD 1,645.20; Monthly (with 9% GST): SGD 1,793.27; Termly payment (with 9% GST): SGD 5,379.81.

- Nursery 1 – Nursery 2 (2.5 to 4.5 years old):
- 5 Full Days — Monthly (without GST): SGD 2,897.11; Monthly (with 9% GST): SGD 3,157.85; Termly payment (with 9% GST): SGD 9,473.56.
- 5 Half Days — Monthly (without GST): SGD 2,607.40; Monthly (with 9% GST): SGD 2,842.07; Termly payment (with 9% GST): SGD 8,526.20.

- Kindergarten 1 – Kindergarten 2 (4.5 to 6.5 years old):
- 5 Full Days — Monthly (without GST): SGD 2,897.11; Monthly (with 9% GST): SGD 3,157.85; Termly payment (with 9% GST): SGD 9,473.56.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are charged termly (four terms per year). For newly enrolled students, fees are invoiced at least six months before the student's course commencement; if the commencement date is within six months, fees are invoiced immediately. Invoice due dates are stated on each invoice.

Refundable deposit and withdrawal / refund terms
- The refundable deposit is equivalent to one-thirds of a full-day term school fees and is payable before the student's commencement. If school fees increase, the deposit must be topped up to maintain one-thirds of the full-day term fee. The deposit is repayable in full after deducting any amounts due, provided written notice of withdrawal is given at least 8 fee-paying term-weeks before withdrawal; for insufficient notice, 50% of the deposit will be retained. Payment of school fees in lieu of the notice period is not accepted. (Definition: fee-paying term-weeks exclude holiday activity periods, school holiday periods, public holidays, and school closure periods.)

Student insurance
- A compulsory student insurance fee is charged annually: SGD 14.17 per year (applies to invoices from 1 January 2024, including GST). This insurance fee is collected with the school fees payment.

Sibling discount
- A sibling discount applies across EtonHouse campuses: no discount on the sibling with the highest school fee; a 10% discount is applied to the gross school fees of all other siblings. If a sibling ceases enrollment, the discounts will be revised and reflected in the next invoice.

Other costs and items
- Meals and snacks are included in the school fees. No separate boarding provision applies at this pre-school campus. Uniform or other ancillary fees are not listed on the published fees schedule.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable at this campus; the campus is a pre-school serving children from Pre-School to K2 (no boarding program).

Payment methods
- Accepted payment methods: PayNow, credit card, and wire transfer; payment details are provided to families once the full set of application documents is received.
Academics

EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore teaches Reggio Emilia Approach for students aged 1.5 to 6.

Curriculum
EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore serves children aged 18 months to 6 years, from Pre-Nursery through Kindergarten 2. The school uses the EtonHouse Inquire.Think.Learn curriculum, an inquiry-based program inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing literacy, numeracy, science and social-emotional development through project-based experiences and multiple literacies. The program is delivered in a bilingual English/Mandarin environment, with English and Mandarin teachers co-planning and co-facilitating classes. Class sizes and ratios by age are: Pre-Nursery 1:4; Nursery 1 1:6; Nursery 2 1:10; Kindergarten 1 1:12; Kindergarten 2 1:15. There is a pathway to Primary, Secondary and High School within the EtonHouse network, including options at Orchard campus for Primary to High School and at Broadrick for IB PYP.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Claymore supports social and emotional learning through School-Wide Initiatives that focus on well-being and social sustainability. The Social Sustainability Initiative defines the well-being of students, teachers, families and the wider community, and promotes equality, understanding poverty, respecting cultural diversity, and openness to others. The Well-Being Initiative centers on the well-being of all staff, with a wellbeing committee that runs workshops on mindfulness, yoga, and breathing techniques to support classroom practice. The Documentation Initiative supports learning about student voices and collaborative learning as part of an intentional, community-based approach. Together, these elements aim to foster confident, caring global citizens through inquiry-based learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision at Claymore, including which kinds of SEN it can support or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Pre-School offers a robust and integrated second language programme with Mandarin taught in a relevant environment. The school provides Mandarin and English support, including a bilingual programme in English and Mandarin. A bilingual English–Mandarin curriculum is highlighted on Claymore's pages as a core feature of the programme. The dual-language structure is supported by staff planning and delivering classes together in English and Mandarin.

Mental Wellbeing
The Well-Being Initiative focuses on staff well-being and aims to create a joyful, positive environment; the well-being committee organizes workshops on mindfulness, yoga or breathing techniques that support classroom practice. The school's social sustainability efforts also emphasize the well-being of others and the broader community, reinforcing a supportive school culture. These elements collectively contribute to a mindful, caring learning environment that underpins student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Claymore is MOE-registered as a foreign-system Pre-School, indicating regulatory oversight; safeguarding details and a dedicated safeguarding policy are not publicly disclosed on the Claymore pages.
Parent Experience

History
The EtonHouse International Education Group was founded in 1995 by Ng Gim Choo. The Claymore campus at 15 Claymore Road in Singapore opened in 2012 as part of the group's expansion. The school uses the Inquire.Think.Learn curriculum, inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. The group maintains a dedicated research and training arm to support ongoing professional development for educators and the continuous improvement of practice.

Community
The Claymore community comprises educators and families from nearly 30 nationalities, with an international teaching staff. The bilingual program in English and Mandarin supports cross-cultural learning. The campus describes itself as close-knit, with strong relationships between parents and staff and regular events to foster connection through workshops, sundowners and community gatherings. Parent testimonials reflect active parental involvement and engagement in daily learning.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school maintains a dedicated parent liaison function to support families and coordinate engagement activities. Engagement is fostered through school-led events that bring parents and teachers together, such as workshops, sundowners and community gatherings. Parent testimonials show how these opportunities contribute to children's learning and sense of belonging. A formal PTA body is not publicly listed in Claymore materials, but the school's parent engagement framework relies on structured channels and a dedicated liaison team. Across the EtonHouse network, parent involvement is supported by centralized governance and community initiatives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school welcomes children from Pre-School to K2 (18 months to 6 years) at 15 Claymore Road, Singapore 229542, along Orchard Road. Outdoor spaces include lush playgrounds, bike tracks, and an interactive sandpit. The ReAldo lab supports hands-on learning by transforming everyday materials into creations. The learning environment aligns with the EtonHouse Inquire.Think.Learn curriculum, drawing on the Reggio Emilia approach. Bilingual instruction in English and Mandarin is integrated across classes.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor spaces include lush playgrounds, bike tracks, and an interactive sandpit that promote physical activity. These spaces support social interaction and movement as part of daily learning.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum is the EtonHouse Inquire.Think.Learn program, inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Development begins from 18 months, with literacy and numeracy skills alongside social, physical, and creative growth in Pre-School. The bilingual program features English and Mandarin teachers planning and delivering classes together. Educators receive ongoing professional development through the Reggio Children International Network, and there is a rich teacher-to-child ratio to support child-responsive learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school fosters a close-knit community with events, workshops, sundowners, and community gatherings for parents and families. There is a pathway to primary, with three primary campuses across Singapore, including Orchard and Broadrick, offering progression from Primary to High School within the EtonHouse network.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school welcomes children from Pre-School to K2 (18 months to 6 years).

Arts & Creative
The school emphasises inquiry-based learning and develops literacy, numeracy, social, physical, and creative skills within its curriculum.

Cultural & Language
The school provides a robust bilingual programme with English and Mandarin teachers co-planning and co-teaching classes to foster bilingualism from an early age.

Leadership & Professional
Educators are trained in the Reggio Emilia approach and collaborate with Reggio Children International Network, with ongoing professional development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus features expansive outdoor spaces, including playgrounds, bike tracks, and a sandpit, and includes the ReAldo lab to support hands-on exploration.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English and Mandarin. Language learning is woven into daily experiences, making it natural and engaging. Mandarin is introduced from an early age, with students retaining the option to pursue Mandarin when advancing to Primary level at one of the EtonHouse International Schools.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a bilingual programme in English and Mandarin. A dual-language teaching model has both English and Mandarin teachers planning and facilitating classes together.
Admissions

Admissions
The school welcomes children from 18 months to 6 years, covering Pre-School to K2.

Scholarships
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