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Little Paddington Preschool - Stirling

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 6 months - 6 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
Little Paddington Preschool
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach
Taught languages Mandarin, English
Typical class size 8
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool
Introduction

Little Paddington - Stirling offers programs for children aged 3 months to 6 years. The school follows a Reggio-Emilia-inspired approach, emphasizing hands-on exploration and creativity. The school features indoor play spaces, art corners, and reading nooks designed for young learners. A standout program is its Mandarin Immersion initiative, where children engage in daily activities like storytelling and songs in Mandarin, building early language skills naturally.

This campus is part of Little Paddington Preschool

44 Stirling Road, #02-01, Singapore 148949

The Essentials

Little Paddington Preschool - Stirling has typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.

Location
Little Paddington Preschool Stirling is located at 21 Stirling Road, Stirling Residences, Singapore 148960. It offers two main programmes: Infant Care for ages 3 to 17 months, and Preschool for ages 18 months to 6 years, including Atelier enrichment and a Mandarin Immersion track.

Stages
Stirling offers Infant Care for children aged 3 to 17 months, and Preschool for ages 18 months through 6 years. Within preschool, children move through stage-based levels (e.g. Playgroup, Nursery, K1, K2) as they grow.

Type
The Stirling centre is a co-educational, private early childhood education centre offering full-day childcare services; it does not offer boarding. Children from various backgrounds attend, and the centre emphasizes collaboration with parents.

Additional learning support
The public information for Stirling does not specify a formal SEN programme or details about support for special education needs. There is no published documentation on the school website or affiliated sources about which types of SEN are supported.

Country affiliation
The school does not provide enough information about the additional learning support program.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.

School day structure
Full-day programmes and specifies that breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea are provided for full-day children. Exact start/end times are not listed.

Bus service
The website does not provide information about a dedicated bus/coach service for the Thomson Walk centre.
Fees
* Tuition & Fee Information
The website states that *fees start from SGD 1,500* before subsidies and GST for preschool places. Full tuition fees broken down by level (Infant Care, Playgroup, Nursery, K1, K2) are *not publicly listed* for Thomson Walk. Parents are encouraged to contact the centre directly for a precise fee schedule.

* Subsidies
Singapore citizens are eligible for the Basic Childcare Subsidy of SGD 300/month. Additional subsidies may be available depending on household income or per capita income.

* Application / Registration Fees and Other Costs
The site does not clearly publish registration fees, deposit, or uniform costs specifically for Thomson Walk. Optional enrichment programmes incur extra charges.

* Payment Terms & Options
Fees are payable via eGIRO system for automated bank deduction. Billing frequency (monthly, termly, etc.) is not explicitly stated on the public pages for the centre.

* Refund / Withdrawal Policies
The website does not provide specific published details on refunds, withdrawal notice periods, or deposit return for Thomson Walk.
Academics

Little Paddington Preschool - Stirling teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach for students aged 0.5 to 6.

Curriculum
Little Paddington Preschool’s curriculum, known as “The Paddington Way,” is inspired by the Reggio-Emilia philosophy and designed to support early development across sensory, motor, emotional, and literacy skills. The Infant Care programme for children aged three to seventeen months emphasises sensory experiences such as art, music, and nature play, while focusing on bonding and nurturing routines. From eighteen months to six years, the Preschool programme introduces foundational numeracy and literacy skills, alongside social and emotional learning, through themed projects and hands-on experiences. A dedicated Mandarin Immersion Programme offers daily engagement with Mandarin through songs, stories, and interactive activities, supporting bilingual development. The curriculum is enriched by a range of atelier programmes, including science, art, cooking, and outdoor play, which give children opportunities to explore and experiment in a structured environment. Together, these programmes meet Singapore’s MOE preschool guidelines while offering a consistent and engaging approach for children at every early stage.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Stirling centre emphasises emotional and social development through its “Paddington Way” approach, which includes collaborative classroom activities, storytelling, and dedicated educator support. The leadership (Ms Isabella) is actively involved, mentoring teachers and frequently engaging directly in classrooms to support their work. Communication with parents is strong, with updates on curriculum, home-school projects, and events, which helps children feel supported between home and school. The environment is designed to foster trust and belonging, especially in Infant Care, where secure attachments are considered important.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose specific information about SEN provision at the Stirling centre. There is no mention of which kinds of special educational needs are supported, or whether there are specialist staff or facilities for SEN learners. The Stirling centre is not identified as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Little Paddington’s curriculum includes a Mandarin Immersion Programme and uses English and Mandarin in its preschool offerings, supporting bilingual language exposure. However, there is no public mention of a distinct EAL programme or tailored support services specifically for children whose first language is neither English nor Mandarin.

Mental Wellbeing
Stirling includes features aimed at supporting wellbeing such as promoting emotional intelligence and independence, creating safe, respectful classroom interactions, and designing routines and environments that value each child’s unique needs. The centre has a cozy library nook and storytelling sessions, which contribute to calm psychological space for children’s development. Meals and dietary needs (including allergy policies) are managed carefully to ensure children with sensitivities feel safe and supported.

Safeguarding
There is no detailed public description of child protection policies (such as safeguarding officers, reporting procedures, background checks).
Parent Experience

History
Little Paddington was founded in 2015 by Prerna Jhunjhunwala. Ownership is private, under her leadership. Over the years it has grown to a network of centres across Singapore, serving more than 2,000 children in its first ten years. The “Paddington Way” pedagogy, with its “Hearts, Hands, Minds” approach, was developed in-house.

Community
Little Paddington runs regular community-oriented events through its Newsroom and “Events / Workshops for Parents” pages. These include parent workshops such as “Understanding Brain Development in Children 0-6 years” and “From Yelling to Connecting,” which are clearly aimed at strengthening the parent-school relationship. In addition, the centres organise open houses and forums for families to engage with teachers and curriculum updates.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not publicly disclose a formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) structure in its website content that I found. There is no specific page or section labelled “PTA” describing regular parent-led committees or ongoing PTA events at Little Paddington. If there are parent working groups or support groups, these are not detailed in the accessible materials.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Stirling centre provides Infant Care (3–17 months) and Preschool (18 months–6 years). It offers a Mandarin Immersion Programme and Atelier Enrichment Programmes. The curriculum is described as internationally benchmarked and aims to broaden horizons and support developmental milestones.
Languages

Immersion Programs
Mandarin Immersion Programme is offered at the Stirling centre.
Reputation

Awards
1. Gamechangers Global Awards 2023 – Recognises outstanding contributions in early childhood education; Little Paddington Preschool was awarded Early Years Educator of the Year (Singapore).
2. Best in Singapore Award (The Fun Empire) – Highlights top organisations providing trusted and impactful services across sectors, including education.
3. Community in Bloom Award – Silver Banding – Given by the National Parks Board (NParks) to institutions that maintain vibrant green spaces and promote environmental awareness.
4. South East Asia Business Awards – Pre-School of the Year 2021 – Recognises excellence in business and education across Southeast Asia.
5. Best Preschool Asia (Global Performers Awards 2017) – Acknowledges preschools offering strong educational programmes in Asia.
6. Most Nurturing Preschool (Parent & Baby Awards) – Celebrates preschools that excel in providing a supportive and caring learning environment.
7. Best in Enquiry-Based and Experiential Learning (Parents World) – Award for preschools that emphasise hands-on and exploration-led learning approaches.
8. Singapore’s Child Preschool Awards 2017 – Recognition for preschools delivering quality programmes for young learners.

Accreditations
1. SPARK Certification (2017–2023) – Awarded by Singapore’s Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) to recognise preschools that meet quality standards in teaching, learning, health, and safety practices.

2. Health Promoting Preschool Certification – Granted by Singapore’s Health Promotion Board to centres that demonstrate strong health, nutrition, and wellness programmes for children.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The parents begin by registering interest via the Little Paddington website. They’ll need to enter basic details such as the child’s full name, date of birth, preferred centre and contact information.

2. After that, parents are often invited for a centre visit or tour. During the visit, the parents can see facilities, meet centre staff, and see the classrooms and outdoor play areas. This helps them decide whether the campus suits your child’s needs.

3. Once the parents decide to enrol, they can choose a preferred slot (morning or afternoon, full-day or half-day where available) and complete the required registration/enrolment forms.

4. They’ll need to confirm your child’s eligibility (by age) for the specific programme (Infant Care, Playgroup, Pre-Nursery, Nursery, K1, K2). Ratios and age cut-offs are determined as of December 31 of the child’s birth year.

5. Finally, payment arrangements are set up. Fees must be paid via methods specified by the school (e.g. eGIRO) and they may also need to pay registration/deposit/uniform fees (if applicable), though exact amounts for these are not disclosed on the Stirling page.

Scholarships
There is no evidence in the publicly available materials that Little Paddington Preschool – Stirling offers scholarships (in the sense of merit- or need-based financial awards).

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information about whether it operates a formal waitlist or pool system for admissions at the Stirling campus.
School Events
The school has not added events
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