Guide To Childcare & Infant Care Centres In Singapore 2026

Looking for childcare or infant care in Singapore? Here’s everything you need to know, including childcare centre fees, locations and more.

On the hunt for a childcare centre or infant care in Singapore to enrol your little one in? It can be hard to think about being away from your child for most of the day, but enrolling your child in a childcare centre or infant care in Singapore has many benefits! Your little one will be well taken care of thanks to set meal times and nap times, all while they learn and play with kids their age. Plus, thanks to technology, many childcare centres now have portals where parents can stay updated on all the happenings in school. From daily activities to learning outcomes and more, you’ll be kept in the loop of all your child’s day-to-day accomplishments. We list some popular childcare centres and infant care centres in Singapore, including infant care programmes, fees and subsidies—keep reading for all the deets!

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– Childcare, infant care, preschool or kindergarten: What’s the difference?
– Infant Care Centre Singapore Fees & Subsidies
– List of Childcare Centres & Infant Care in Singapore

Childcare, infant care and kindergarten: What’s the difference?

Childcare centre in Singapore
Childcare centres in Singapore are open to children aged 18 months to 6 years old and offer both half-day and full-day programmes to suit working parents. Childcare centres suit the schedules of parents who work full time, as the centres are only closed on weekends and an additional 7 days in a year – so they stay open even during MOE school term holidays. Meals are taken care of at childcare centres, with schools usually providing breakfast, lunch and a snack for a tea break. Some childcare centres in Singapore also allocate shower time.

Infant care in Singapore
Some childcare centres provide infant care programmes for babies as young as two months old. Infant care centres in Singapore also offer full-day care arrangements and may offer half-day programmes. As more care is required for babies in infant care programmes, the fees are usually higher than in childcare programmes. The school schedule for infant care in Singapore is usually the same as that at childcare centres.

Preschool/kindergartens in Singapore
Preschools and kindergartens often cater to children aged 18 months to 7 years old with half-day programmes. Preschool and kindergarten services are available from Monday to Friday and are closed on gazetted public holidays and school holidays based on the dates released by MOE. An exception is kindergartens that follow an international curriculum and academic year. Read our guide to kindergartens and preschools in Singapore for more information.

Read more: Guide To Baby Classes & Playgroups In Singapore

Childcare & Infant Care in Singapore: Fees & Subsidies

If your child is a Singapore Citizen, you can receive a Basic Subsidy of up to $300 per month for full-day childcare (and up to $600 per month for full-day infant care in Singapore) when you enrol your child in an ECDA-licensed childcare centre. Eligible working mothers can receive an Additional Subsidy. Lower-income families will receive higher subsidies. Read more about the available ECDA subsidies here. All school fees listed below are before subsidies.

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– Childcare and infant care centres in Central & West Singapore

Childcare & Infant Care Centres In Multiple Locations 

House On The Hill: Montessori infant care & childcare

House on the Hill is a Montessori preschool in Singapore that offers authentic, thoughtfully prepared Montessori environments for playgroup and kindergarten children. Within these spaces, children are encouraged to explore and learn through hands-on materials, purposeful work, and real-life experiences. Children engage in sensorial activities designed to refine and develop the five senses, exploring concepts such as colours, sizes, textures, and dimensions. Alongside this, they build practical life skills through activities such as scooping, pouring, transferring, and buttoning, which are key Montessori exercises that foster independence, coordination, and deep concentration.

For families with younger children, House on the Hill also offers its Nido Infant Care programme for babies as early as two months old at its Balmoral campus. Here, early development begins in a calm and respectful environment tailored to each child’s pace. As children grow, they are introduced to foundational numeracy and literacy through hands-on Montessori materials. Numeracy begins with counting and progresses to basic operations, while literacy develops through phonics, letter recognition, and early reading. Outdoor time is part of the daily routine, with children engaging in a nature-based “Living Classroom” that supports gross motor development and exploration. Experiences include a nature kitchen, water play, and sensory activities using natural materials. Mandarin is integrated throughout the day by a native-speaking teacher, supporting natural language acquisition. The programme is further enriched with monthly themes and learning journeys across Singapore.

Get $763 off the registration fee for eligible enrolments*! Sign up by 30 August 2026. Terms and conditions apply.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Enquire with centre.

House on The Hill Montessori Preschool, four locations across Singapore including Mount Sophia, Balmoral, Pasir Panjang and Hollandse Club, [email protected], www.houseonthehill.com.sg

Read more: Guide To Montessori Schools In Singapore

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Mulberry Learning: Award-winning childcare & infant care centre

Established in 2006, Mulberry Learning is an award-winning preschool network recognised for its excellence in early childhood education. Its achievements include the Singapore Prestige Brand Award’s Established Brands Award, the Best Infant Care & Preschool Brand Award and the Influential Brands® Top Preschool Brand Award. Mulberry Learning is also the world’s first preschool network certified in the USA for the Habits of Mind framework, with 12 curated habits embedded in its curriculum. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, its thoughtfully designed learning spaces encourage children to explore, create and discover through immersive environments such as the Imaginary Playscape and Discovery Cove.

The curriculum places a strong emphasis on bilingual language development, helping children build a rich vocabulary in both English and Mandarin while introducing them to Chinese idioms and poetry from an early age. Beyond the classroom, children participate in field trips and learning journeys that broaden their perspectives and connect learning to real-world experiences. The newly revamped Picasso Kidz™ programme nurtures creativity and other essential 21st-century skills through visual arts. For infants, Mulberry Learning offers a holistic experiential learning programme featuring signature experiences such as Little Explorer and Muscle Master, alongside unique offerings like infant spa and massage sessions that support their overall growth and well-being.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care centre Singapore fees: From $2,000 (full-day childcare); From $2,400 (full-day infant care)

Mulberry Learning, 23 locations in Singapore including East Coast (Lucky Heights), Jurong East and Toa Payoh, Tel: (+65) 6653 8082, [email protected], www.mulberrylearning.com

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E-Bridge Pre-School: Reggio Emilia-inspired childcare & infant care centre

Part of the EtonHouse International Education Group, E-Bridge Pre-School offers affordable childcare and infant care for children aged 2 months to 6 years across its 31 centres islandwide. Designed with young learners in mind, their purposeful learning spaces provide a safe environment for children to learn and grow through meaningful interactions and engaging learning experiences. Their Infant Care programme focuses on nurturing secure relationships, sensory exploration and early communication, while older children are encouraged to explore, ask questions and solve problems at their own pace.

Supported by experienced educators, children progress through key developmental milestones using a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach integrated with inquiry-based learning. As an Anchor Operator appointed by ECDA, E-Bridge keeps fees affordable and offers additional subsidies to make quality early childhood education accessible to families from diverse backgrounds. With centres across Singapore, including large childcare centres at Edgefield Plains and Sengkang Square, and an upcoming new centre at Punggol Digital District opening in November 2026, E-Bridge brings quality early learning closer to families across the island. Guided by themes of technology, sustainability and innovation, the centre will offer children opportunities to engage in meaningful learning experiences that connect them to the world around them.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years
Childcare/infant care Singapore fees: From $664.90. Full breakdown here.

E-Bridge Pre-School, multiple centres in Singapore including Sengkang, Yishun and Punggol, www.e-bridge.edu.sg

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Little Green House: Award-winning childcare & infant care centre

Known for its award-winning Literacy SMART™ curriculum, Little Green House is a literacy-focused preschool that helps children build strong language and communication skills from an early age. Designed for children as young as 2 months old, the multiple award-winning Literacy SMART™ curriculum centres on 8 Signature Learning Zones that develop children’s listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

Beyond the classroom, Little Green House is also the only preschool to offer Literacy SMART™ Challenges, which is a series of signature experiences including Spell It Out! (Spelling Bee), I Am a Budding Writer (Anthology), and Hear Ye! Hear Ye! (Bilingual Public Speaking), giving little ones opportunities to build confidence and express themselves effectively. The preschool also offers the Brain SMART™ programme, a Brain-Based Learning Programme powered by BrainFit®, which uses evidence-informed approaches to strengthen cognitive development and encourage active learning. With 16 centres across Singapore, selected centres have also been appointed Partner Operator (POP) preschools under ECDA’s Partner Operator scheme for the 2026 to 2030 period, offering affordable fees.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Childcare: from $650 (full day); Infant care: from $1,290 (full day)

Little Green House, multiple locations in Singapore including Aljunied, Hougang and Woodlands, Tel: (+65) 6653 7146 / WhatsApp: (+65) 8511 1353, [email protected], www.littlegreenhouse.com.sg

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Star Learners Child Care: Literature-based programme

Star Learners Child Care has 43 Partner-Operator centres island-wide, with four offering infant care in Singapore. Their unique literature-based curriculum and activity-based approach ignite young learners’ curiosity, equipping them with essential life skills including problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking and communication. Their curriculum features the distinct and proprietary Starbeam™ Framework that nurtures Happy learners, Empathic thinkers, Respectful, confident communicators and Open collaborators. Children are especially engaged with the literature-based curriculum that encourages imagination and exposes them to stories from around the globe.

For the youngest ones at their infant care centres in Singapore, the caring and nurturing team of educators adopts a relationship-based approach. They build strong bonds and meaningful connections with each child. Their infant care curriculum offers a variety of sensory-rich experiences that allow young learners to explore and interact with the world around them. Tailored activities support children in attaining developmental milestones, so they grow up to be happy, confident learners. Half-day and full-day programmes are available for infants and children.

Receive a Welcome Pack worth $150 when you enrol in the full-day childcare programme. Terms and conditions apply.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Childcare: $650 (full day); Infant care: $1,290 (full day)

Star Learners Child Care, multiple locations in Singapore, with infant care programmes available at Sengkang Rivervale, Tanjong Pagar, Woodlands 888 Plaza and Yung Ho, Tel: (+65) 6250 0173/ WhatsApp: (+65) 9299 1366, [email protected], www.starlearners.com.sg

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Adventure Tree Preschool: Nature-inspired learning from infant care and up

Established in 2020, Adventure Tree Preschool offers a warm, nature-inspired environment across four campuses in Singapore — Katong, Bukit Timah, Holland and Braddell — where children feel at home and are excited to come to school each day. The school takes a balanced approach, weaving together Eastern and Western influences to build strong foundations in key skills while leaving plenty of room for creativity, outdoor exploration and imaginative play. Lessons are never rushed, and children are encouraged to ask questions, get messy and figure things out for themselves.

The curriculum revolves around four core ideas: play-based learning, time outdoors, personalised care and building curiosity. Kids can look forward to water play, tending the garden or exploring and getting creative with pretend play. For families looking for infant care, Adventure Tree’s Holland and Braddell campuses offer dedicated programmes for babies from 2 months old. With a 1:3 educator-to-infant ratio, the focus is on nurturing, personalised care from day one. Even the youngest learners enjoy daily outdoor activities, staying connected to nature from the start, which sets Adventure Tree apart from most infant care programmes in Singapore. Older children from Playgroup through to Kindy 2 continue to thrive in small groups with the same attentive, nature-led approach.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old (Holland Village & Braddell); 18 months to 6 years old (Bukit Timah & Katong)
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Enquire with centre.

Sassy Mama readers save $545 on registration fees at all campuses! Terms and conditions apply.

Adventure Tree Preschool, four locations at Katong, Bukit Timah, Holland & Braddell, www.adventuretree.com.sg

Read more: Guide To Kindergartens & Preschools In Singapore

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ELFA Preschool: Bilingual story-based curriculum

If you’re looking to raise bilingual speakers, ELFA Preschool offers a curriculum that integrates English and Mandarin into everyday learning, even in infant care! This bilingual preschool in Singapore uses a story-based, bilingual approach, incorporating storytelling, songs, conversations, and play to introduce both languages in an engaging way. Little ones in infant care are cared for by experienced English- and Mandarin-speaking educators and look forward to daily story-based experiences and sensory activities that support language, cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development.

Children in ELFA Preschool enjoy an immersive bilingual curriculum that extends beyond the classroom. Speech and drama, music, movement, and creative arts inspired by Chinese culture help children build language confidence while deepening their appreciation of Chinese heritage. ELFA Preschool also prepares children for Primary 1 with strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, alongside its Higher-Order-Thinking Maths programme taught in Mandarin to encourage reasoning and problem-solving.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: More info here.

ELFA Preschool, three locations in Singapore: Jurong East, Hougang and Tampines, Tel: (+65) 6881 8818, www.elfapreschools.com

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Kinderland Academy & Preschool: Bilingual music-infused curriculum

If you’ve got a little one who learns best through creativity, Kinderland Academy & Preschool might just hit the right note. This preschool and infant care offers a research-backed, bilingual music-infused curriculum that uses purposeful musical experiences to support language, literacy, creativity and social-emotional development, while also strengthening concentration, memory and spatial reasoning from an early age. The Kinderland S.T.R.E.A.M. programme lets children explore Science, Technology, Reading and wRiting, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics through hands-on, inquiry-based projects. Along the way, they’ll develop critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and even early coding skills as they investigate real-world questions and design their own solutions.

Outside the classroom, KinderFit encourages active lifestyles through fitness, cardiovascular activities and healthy eating, complemented by nutritious meals planned by an in-house nutritionist according to The Healthy Meals in Preschools Programme (HMPP) by Health Promotion Board, Singapore. Children also get opportunities to broaden their horizons through cultural exchanges, community partnerships and character-building experiences that nurture empathy and confidence. Parents are kept closely involved throughout their child’s learning journey too, thanks to a dedicated communication app that provides regular updates and makes it easy to stay connected with teachers.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Visit the centre pages for more info on the fee structure.

Kinderland, multiple locations in Singapore including Yio Chu Kang, Pandan Valley, Woodlands and Choa Chu Kang, Tel: (+65) 6881 8818, www.kinderland.com.sg

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Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees: Montessori childcare centre

Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees is a Montessori preschool that offers childcare and infant care services in Singapore. Their core curriculum adheres to the Montessori philosophy and aligns with ECDA’s Early Years Development Framework (EYDF), nurturing young children to become active and confident learners. Infants aged 2 to 18 months benefit from their effective bilingual English-Mandarin immersion programme that lays the groundwork for a love for languages.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: $1,830 – $2,280 (estimated fees according to LifeSG). Enquire with centre for exact fees.

Brighton Montessori by Busy Bees, multiple locations in Singapore including HarbourFront, Hillview and Mountbatten, www.brightonmontessori.com.sg

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Carpe Diem Preschool: Childcare centre in Singapore

Carpe Diem Preschool is a leading childcare provider with 32 centres all over the island catering to children from 18 months to 6 years old. Their inclusive, bilingual learning environment helps children master bilingualism confidently.

Age range: 18 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: $650 – $1,250 (estimated fees according to LifeSG). Enquire with centre for exact fees.

Carpe Diem Preschool, multiple locations in Singapore, including Toa Payoh, Bukit Panjang and Hougang, www.carpediem.com.sg

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Children’s Cove Preschool: Award-winning childcare curriculum

Children’s Cove Preschool offers childcare and infant care programmes with an award-winning curriculum. Designed to nurture curiosity, encourage active learning and develop thinking and reasoning skills, the curriculum includes innovative programmes that keep children engaged, foster lifelong learning and prepare them for future educational and life challenges.

Age range: 2 months – 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: $1,395 – $1,980 (estimated fees according to LifeSG). Enquire with centre for exact fees.

Children’s Cove Preschool, multiple locations in Singapore including Novena, Orange Grove and Pasir Ris, www.childrenscove.sg

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EtonHouse International School & Pre-School: Infant care to high school pathway

EtonHouse International School and Pre-School is the only education group in Singapore to have a formal relationship with Reggio Children as part of its international network. This childcare centre also provides a seamless through-train progression pathway from Infant Care to High School for children from 6 months to 18 years, offering internationally recognised programmes, including the IBPYP, IGCSE and International A-Levels.

Age range: 6 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: From $2,481.01 for five full days

EtonHouse International School and Pre-School, multiple locations in Singapore, including Claymore Road, Sentosa and Newton, www.etonhouse.edu.sg

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My First Skool: 150 childcare centres in Singapore

My First Skool is one of the anchor operators for childcare and infant care in Singapore with over 150 locations islandwide – so it won’t be hard finding a centre near you. Beyond building strong fundamentals in core math and literacy, My First Skool prioritises the development of relationships in everything they do.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Childcare: $640 (full day); Infant care: $1,235 (full day)

My First Skool, multiple locations in Singapore, including Ang Mo Kio, Sengkang and Boon Lay, www.myfirstskool.com

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PCF Sparkletots: Largest childcare centre operator in Singapore

PCF Sparkletots is the largest operator of infant care in Singapore, with over 360 preschools, childcare centres and infant care centres. Sparkletots has been established since 1986, offering childcare services to the Singapore community.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Childcare: from $697.60 (full day); Infant Care: $1,346.15 (full day)

PCF Sparkletots, multiple locations in Singapore, including Simei, Yishun and Clementi, www.pcf.org.sg

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Childcare & Infant care centres in Central & West Singapore:

Adventist Schoolhouse: Thoughtfully designed play spaces

We love that Adventist Schoolhouse features expansive outdoor play areas, including a butterfly garden, a dedicated garden, and both dry and wet playgrounds. In fact, these spaces, known as The Wonderland, are a favourite learning spot for the children. The school’s infant care programme opened with a curriculum based on the Finnish play-driven approach, which is designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and growth. The programme also offers flexible routines with responsive care, ensuring each child’s unique needs are met.

Age range: 2 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: $1,420 (estimated fees according to LifeSG). Enquire with centre for exact fees.

Adventist Schoolhouse, 90 Jurong East Street 13, Singapore 609648, www.ash.edu.sg

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Alphabet Playhouse: Childcare with bilingual curriculum

Alphabet Playhouse’s award-winning curriculum aims to uncover every child’s potential by developing confident young explorers with a ‘Growth Mindset’. Aided by its unique World Adventurer bilingual integrated programme, Alphabet Playhouse ensures top-notch education that cultivates curious thinkers, resilient champions and caring citizens.

Age range: 18 months to 6 years old
Childcare centre/infant care Singapore fees: Enquire with centre.

Alphabet Playhouse, 16 Dublin Road, Singapore 239805, www.alphabetplayhouse.com.sg

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