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Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Christian Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach
Taught languages Mandarin, English
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Kindergarten
Introduction
Little Seeds Preschool – Ascension is located in Potong Pasir, just a five-minute walk from Potong Pasir MRT through the surrounding HDB blocks. The preschool offers a values-based curriculum rooted in Christian principles, with a strong focus on moral and character education. Its programmes are inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach and include Values Matter, Phonics & Reading (English), Chinese thematic learning, Math “Key to Learning,” and Sensory Play & Inquiry. The centre caters to children aged 18 months to 6 years and provides multiple play spaces, including two outdoor playgrounds and an indoor playground that allows for year-round play.
Little Seeds Preschool - Ascension has instruction in English.
Location
Little Seeds Preschool – Ascension is in Potong Pasir, Singapore, at Blk 105 Potong Pasir Avenue 1. It’s about a five-minute walk from Potong Pasir MRT through nearby HDB blocks, which gives easy access by public transport. The area is residential and mostly HDB-dominated, with amenities and local shops nearby.
Stages
The school offers programmes for Playgroup through Kindergarten 2 (K2), serving children ages 6 months up to 6 years.
Type
Little Seeds Preschool – Ascension is a co-educational day school.
Additional learning support
The preschool does not publish any specific information about dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) support or facilities.
Country affiliation
The school is based in Singapore, with no indication of formal affiliation to a different country’s educational system.
Religious affiliation
The preschool has a Christian affiliation. It is faith-based and integrates Christian values into its curriculum and chaplaincy (e.g. Centre Chaplain is Revd Ian Chew).
School day structure
The school day runs Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch, and a tea break are included in the full-day programme.
Fees
Annual tuition at Little Seeds Preschool - Ascension ranges from SGD 8,892 to SGD 19,629 for 2026/27.
Tuition / Monthly Fees including GST Full-day (Playgroup through Kindergarten 2) for Singaporeans: SGD 708.50
Full-day (Playgroup through Kindergarten 2) for PR/Foreigners: SGD 1635
Subsidies and POP / Non-POP distinctions The school is a Partner-Operator (POP) centre, which means eligible Singaporean children can receive government subsidies, reducing the out-of-pocket tuition.
Basic Subsidy and Additional Subsidy amounts depend on household income and working-mother status. Subsidies range (for full-day child care) from around SGD 150 up to about SGD 767 per month for Singaporean children, depending on income.
Other Fees / Payment Terms Registration fee, deposit, first month’s fees, and for foreigner/Student-Pass holders, a Student’s Pass application fee are required to confirm placement.
Payment Schedule & Terms Tuition fees are billed monthly. GST is included in the published “monthly” fee amounts for the Ascension centre.
Academics
Little Seeds Preschool - Ascension teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Christian Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach for students aged 1.5 to 6.
Curriculum
The curriculum at Little Seeds Preschool – Ascension is values-based and rooted in Christian principles, with an emphasis on character formation alongside academic development. It is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach, encouraging exploration and hands-on learning. Core programmes include Values Matter, Phonics & Reading (English), Chinese thematic learning, Math “Key to Learning”, and Sensory Play & Inquiry. Children also participate in Music & Movement, motor skills development, and structured outdoor play. The preschool provides a bilingual learning environment (English and Chinese), with lessons integrated across daily routines. The programme is designed for children from Playgroup through Kindergarten 2 (ages 18 months–6 years), preparing them for a smooth transition into primary education.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The preschool integrates social and emotional development through the Values Matter programme, where children learn core values and apply them in daily routines. Parents’ testimonials highlight the way staff support children in adjusting to school life and building confidence. However, no dedicated SEL curriculum or specialist staff role is publicly mentioned.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The preschool does not publicly disclose specific information about SEN provision or specialist support.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
There is no evidence of a dedicated EAL programme.
Mental Wellbeing
There is no publicly available information on the school’s website about a formal mental health policy or staff roles dedicated to counselling.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly provide a safeguarding or child protection policy. No details are available on procedures, designated staff, or training.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Registration of Interest Prospective parents begin by submitting a Registration of Interest online through the Little Seeds website, selecting the specific centre (e.g. Ascension). Required documents must be prepared.
2. Centre Contact & Offer After registering, the Centre Administrator contacts parents to discuss placement availability at the chosen centre. If a place is offered, parents receive details of fees, subsidy eligibility, and the terms.
3. Acceptance & Fee Payment Once the offer is accepted, parents pay a registration fee, a deposit, and typically the first month’s fees or equivalent to confirm the placement. For non-Singaporean students, a Student’s Pass application fee is also required.
4. Trial Period The school offers a 2-week trial period for interested parents. During this time, a pro-rated fee for the 2-week period is charged, alongside the registration fee. This allows families and children to try out the centre before full commitment.
Waitlist
The school does not explicitly describe a formal waitlist or pool system for the Ascension Centre in the publicly available material.
FAQs
What curriculum does Little Seeds Preschool Ascension follow?
Little Seeds offers a values-based curriculum grounded in Christian principles, emphasising moral and character education alongside academic learning.
What age range does the school serve?
The preschool caters for children aged 18 months to 6 years, with programmes from Infant Care through Kindergarten 2.
Is the school affiliated with a church?
Yes, this campus is associated with Ascension. Little Seeds Preschool operates across church and community locations in Singapore.
What are the fees?
Fees range from approximately SGD 11,064 to SGD 15,672 per year depending on the programme and age group, making Little Seeds an affordable option.
What is included in the curriculum?
The curriculum integrates language, motor, social, and cognitive development with phonics-based literacy, thematic Chinese learning, outdoor play, and sensory activities.
Does the school offer an intergenerational programme?
Some Little Seeds centres offer an Intergenerational Programme connecting children with elderly community members for mutual enrichment.
Does the school offer SEN support?
There is no specific mention of dedicated SEN support at Little Seeds Preschool centres.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, Little Seeds welcomes both boys and girls from infant care through kindergarten.
How many Little Seeds centres are there?
Little Seeds operates 17 centres across Singapore in various church and community locations.
What outdoor activities are offered?
Daily outdoor play, water play, sandpit activities, and dramatic corner setups support physical and imaginative development.
