Frequently Asked Questions

SJI International Preschool welcomes all children who hold a valid residency pass, be it Dependant Pass, Immigration Exemption Order, Student Pass, Permanent Residents and Singaporeans.

Yes, a 3 half-day trial period is required upon payment of the non-refundable Registration Fee before enrolment. All children must be accompanied by a familiar adult for this period.

One adult needs to accompany your child for trial at all times. This adult should preferably be a primary caregiver to the child who can make informed decisions about your child's education.

The Preschool only offers full-day programme. We understand that parents may want shorter days for your child on certain days that can be accommodated. However, the full day programme fees will still be chargeable.

A full breakdown of fees is available in the Fee Schedule.

Singaporeans whose children are aged 2 to 6 in full-day enrolment, may be entitled to a monthly subsidy of $300. Additional subsidies may apply based on a case-by-case basis, to be approved by  Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA).

Children who have attended SJI International Preschool have priority admission to the Elementary School. However, this is subject to the Eligibility Criteria being met.

We cater to children from 2 years to 6 Years of age. For full breakdown of age appropriate classes, please review the Year Group Placement information.  

If you are keen for your child to join us in 2024, simply complete the following Registration of Interest Form  and our Admissions team will be in contact shortly with further advice.

Our campus and learning spaces are currently undergoing exciting developments and we will notify families when campus tours open. In the meantime, our Admissions team can provide further information and an overview of what families can expect from the updates.

A recognised Diploma to Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Parents and educators communicate regularly and effectively via the parent app, as well as on e-mail and where possible, face-to-face communication. 

Our academic year runs from January through to December, with 8 days of closure throughout the school year (excluding Public Holidays). Refer to calendar of events for more details. 

Our operational hours are 7am-7pm. Our core programme hours are 9am-5pm.
 

All children are required to wear the school uniform. Additionally, to educate our young learners about being sun smart, thus reducing the risk of skin damage from exposure to the sun, the Preschool adopts a 'No Hat, No Play' policy.  

Yes, we do. Should you require bus transport services, you may contact our appointed provider directly to make transport arrangements

Children are served breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea daily. We use a Halal-Certified caterer that offers a menu planned on a quarterly basis. The Preschool adopts a ‘No Nuts’ policy and supports healthy eating by the Health Promotion Board.

In the full-day programme, children are expected to rest or nap between 45 to 75 mins each afternoon.   

A refundable deposit is payable upon the child’s commencement which shall be repaid in full after deducting any amounts due to the school, provided written notice is served at least 1 calendar month before the child’s last day in school.