Montessori Preschool in Orchard
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Orchard Plaza · Since February 2007
Montessori Preschool in Orchard
Brainy Child Montessori has nurtured young minds on Orchard Road since February 2007, using the Montessori method in a nurturing, child-centric environment. Our programmes are designed for children 18 months to 7 years, with small classes so every child gets the attention they need — and a trilingual curriculum in English, Mandarin and Japanese.
Why parents choose us
The Brainy Child Difference
Every child is a unique individual with varying needs. These are the things we hold to, so your child is met exactly where they are.
Proven Montessori teaching method
Lessons follow the Montessori method — the three-period lesson, a carefully prepared environment and materials with built-in control of error, so your child can check their own work.
Small classes, more attention
Published teacher-to-student ratios of 1:6 in Playgroup, 1:8 in Nursery and 1:10 in Kindergarten. Teaching is done according to each individual child’s level.
Hands-on learning
Children touch, manipulate and explore specially designed materials that make ideas visible and tangible — from sandpaper letters to the golden bead decimal system.
Trilingual curriculum
English Phonics, Mandarin and Japanese under one roof, taught by native Mandarin and native Japanese teachers. Non-Chinese students are welcome to learn Mandarin too.
Flexible school hours
Choose 2, 3 or 5 days a week, and a morning session that fits your family’s routine rather than the other way round.
Experienced teachers
Our team holds International Diplomas in Montessori Education (MMI London) and Early Childhood Education qualifications, several with 17 to 18 years of teaching experience.
The pathway
Playgroup to Kindergarten, all in one place
Your child can stay with the same familiar teachers and the same method from their very first drop-off right through to Primary 1.
Montessori Playgroup
A drop-off class covering the three languages, Math, Sensorial and Practical Life skills, plus storytelling, music & movement and fine motor activities.
- Ratio 1:6
- 8.30–10.30am or 10.30am–12.30pm
- 2, 3 or 5 days a week
Montessori Nursery
A small drop-off class covering English Phonics, Math, Sensorial, Cultural Studies and Practical Life — supporting cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
- Ratio 1:8
- 9.30 – 11am
- Taught at each child’s own level
Montessori Kindergarten
Prepares your child for Primary 1 and beyond, building confidence, independence and social-emotional skills alongside Phonics, Math, Sensorial and Cultural subjects.
- Ratio 1:10
- 9.30–11am (5yo) · 11am–12.30pm (6yo)
- Hanyu pinyin introduced for P1
Three languages, taught by native teachers
Young children absorb language readily, and our curriculum is built around that window.
- English Phonics — a multi-sensory Pink, Blue and Green scheme progression, from sandpaper letters to independent reading.
- Mandarin — taught by native teachers from Playgroup to Kindergarten, covering speaking, reading and writing.
- Japanese — introduced as a third language by a native Japanese teacher, with weekday classes on Mondays and Wednesdays.
A gentle, well-prepared run-up to Primary 1
By Kindergarten, academic subjects like English Phonics and Math are taught individually, based on your child’s own level — because children of the same age progress at a different pace.
- Confidence, independence and interactive skills built alongside academics.
- Practical Life, Sensorial and Cultural subjects (science, history, geography).
- Weekend Phonics and Math available if weekday classes don’t suit.
Not sure where your child fits? Come and see the classroom for yourself — we’ll walk you through the levels and help you work out the right starting point. Schedule a visit or message us on WhatsApp.
Parent reviews
Don’t just take our word for it
Here’s what parents at our Orchard centre have to say.
Come and see for yourself
Nothing tells you more than a visit
Walk through the classroom, meet the teachers and watch a lesson in progress. Or start your child with a single trial class — no commitment beyond the one session.
Our team
Teachers who know your child by name
With classes this small, the teacher in front of your child has the time to notice what they need — and the training to do something about it.
Montessori-trained
Our Montessori teachers hold International Diplomas in Montessori Education from MMI London, alongside degrees in Education, Mathematics, Architecture and Geography. Several bring 17 to 18 years of classroom experience.
Native Mandarin teachers
Mandarin is taught by native teachers from Playgroup through to Kindergarten — speaking, reading and writing — with a Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Chinese).
A native Japanese teacher
Japanese classes are led by a native Japanese teacher who introduces the language through songs, props and picture books before moving on to conversation and writing — plus a real feel for Japanese culture.
Good to know
Questions parents ask us
Our programmes are designed for children from 18 months to 7 years. Montessori Playgroup is for 18 months to 3 years, Nursery for 3 to 4 years, and Kindergarten for 5 and 6 year olds. There is also an accompanied Montessori Mum/Dad & Tot class from 17 months if your child has not been to school before.
Our teacher-to-student ratios are 1:6 in Playgroup, 1:8 in Nursery and 1:10 in Kindergarten. Because the groups are small, teaching is done according to each individual child’s level — in Kindergarten, English Phonics and Math are taught on an individual basis, since children of the same age progress at different paces.
No. Playgroup families choose 2, 3 or 5 days a week, and pick between two morning sessions — 8.30 to 10.30am or 10.30am to 12.30pm. Nursery runs 9.30 to 11am, and Kindergarten runs 9.30 to 11am for 5 year olds and 11am to 12.30pm for 6 year olds.
English Phonics is taught throughout, using the Montessori Pink, Blue and Green scheme progression. Mandarin is taught by native teachers from Playgroup to Kindergarten, with hanyu pinyin introduced at Kindergarten level in preparation for Primary 1 — and non-Chinese students are welcome to learn Mandarin. Japanese is offered as a third language by a native Japanese teacher, with weekday classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. In Playgroup you can choose English + Mandarin or English + Japanese.
Yes. Trial classes can be booked online: a weekday morning trial lesson is $45, a weekday afternoon enrichment session is $38, and a weekend Japanese trial lesson is $35. The accompanied Mum/Dad & Tot class is $40 per lesson, paid per lesson with no sign-up needed. You’re also very welcome to simply come and look around first.
We’re at 150 Orchard Road, Orchard Plaza #05-38/43, Singapore 238841. Open Monday to Friday 8.30am–3.30pm, Saturday 9.30am–1pm and Sunday 9.30am–12.30pm. Get in touch and we’ll find a time that suits you.
Orchard Plaza · Level 5
Let’s find the right start for your child
Tell us your child’s age and what you’re hoping for, and we’ll talk you through the levels, the days and the sessions that would suit — unhurried, no pressure.
150 Orchard Road, Orchard Plaza #05-38/43, Singapore 238841
