First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road
Estimated monthly fees
≈ $960/mo for Singapore Citizens after −$490 subsidy (Basic $300 + Additional $190)
Estimate — confirm with the ECDA calculator.
Official ECDA rates · published 18 Nov 2025.
First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road is an Private Preschool preschool in the Bukit Merah planning area, Singapore 100108, operated by First Steps Preschool.
Operated by
First Steps Preschool
Private Preschool
ECDA / MOE classification
Address
108,DEPOT ROAD,#02-04,DEPOT HEIGHTS SHOPPING CENTRE,100108
Singapore 100108
Scheme · Operator
Private Preschool
First Steps Preschool
Centre code: PT8361
Where it is— OneMap tile
Pinned at 1.28084, 103.81029. The scheme-coloured dots are the 5 nearest Private Preschool sibling centres — tap one to open it.
Nearest MOE Primary Schools— P1 Phase 2C signal
Many parents enrol at a preschool that's walking-distance to a desired primary school so the child grows familiar with the neighbourhood — and gets the Phase 2C distance priority when P1 registration comes around. Below: the three closest MOE primary schools to First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road by straight-line distance.
- 1
Blangah Rise Primary School
91 Telok Blangah Heights, S109100
0.56 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top priority - 2
Gan Eng Seng Primary School
100 Redhill Close, S158901
0.79 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top priority - 3
Queenstown Primary School
310 Margaret Dr, S149303
1.66 km1–2 km · Phase 2C second priority
Note: MOE Phase 2C / 2C-Supplementary eligibility uses OneMap road-network distance from your home postcode, which can differ from the straight-line numbers here. For exact eligibility from your home address, use our P1 Registration Calculator.
5 nearest Private Preschool centres— same scheme · within easy travel
- 1
Appleland Playhouse Pte Ltd
0.15 km· Bukit MerahAppleland Playhouse
- 2
Little Olive Tree (Bethesda Depot Walk)
0.45 km· Bukit MerahLittle Olive Tree
- 3
AWWA LTD.
0.78 km· Bukit MerahAwwa Ltd.
- 4
ARTS JUNIOR MONTESSORI LLP
0.85 km· Bukit MerahArts Junior Montessori
- 5
MULBERRY LEARNING CENTRE ALEXANDRA PTE LTD
0.86 km· Bukit MerahMulberry Learning Centre Alexandra
Compare with other schemes— nearest of each tier
Different ECDA / MOE tiers have different fee caps, age ranges and hours. Here's the nearest centre of each alternative scheme.
Monthly feeat a glance.
five tiers, side-by-side — where does your centre sit?
Singapore preschool monthly fees, 2026. SC fee caps shown for AOP/POP; PR + Foreigner fees vary by operator. Childcare subsidies (ECDA) and kindergarten subsidies (KiFAS, MOE) are separate schemes — eligibility below.
Government-supported childcare · 5 operators
Government-supported childcare · 33 operators (2026–2030 term)
Early years centre → partner MK · eligible children continue at K1
No ECDA cap · operator-set · estimates
| Scheme | Ages · Hours | SC / mo | PR / mo | Foreigner / mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MOE Kindergarten Government · K1–K2 half-day | 5 – 6 yrs 4-hour session | $160 | $320 | Not published |
ECDA Anchor Operator Government-supported childcare · 5 operators | 2 mo – 6 yrs Full-day (typ. 7am – 7pm) | $610 | est. $835 – $910 | est. $1,080 – $1,280 |
ECDA Partner Operator Government-supported childcare · 33 operators (2026–2030 term) | 2 mo – 6 yrs Full-day (typ. 7am – 7pm) | $650 | Varies | Varies |
MK-EYC pathway Early years centre → partner MK · eligible children continue at K1 | 2 mo – 4 yrs Full-day | est. $640 – $665 | est. $900 – $910 | est. $1,080 – $1,280 |
Private preschool No ECDA cap · operator-set · estimates | Varies (typ. 18 mo – 6 yrs) Varies | $1,500 – $2,500 | $1,500 – $2,500 | $1,800 – $3,500 |
On private preschools
No ECDA fee cap; fees vary by operator. Some ECDA-licensed childcare centres may still qualify for childcare subsidies for SC children. Private kindergartens do not receive KiFAS. Verify with operator.
Fees verified May 2026 from MOE + ECDA published caps. Excludes GST + uniform / registration fees.
Who qualifies for ECDA childcare subsidies?
eligibility at a glance — Basic & Additional Subsidies
Basic Subsidy.
All SC children enrolled in ECDA-licensed infant or childcare centres.
Automatic — no application form required.
Additional Subsidy.
Needs BOTH conditions met:
- aMain applicant works ≥ 56 hours/month
- bGross monthly household income ≤ $12,000 or gross per-capita income ≤ $3,000
Frequently asked— about First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road
Q1What is the address of First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road?
First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road is located at 108,DEPOT ROAD,#02-04,DEPOT HEIGHTS SHOPPING CENTRE,100108, Singapore 100108 in the Bukit Merah planning area.
Q2What scheme does First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road belong to?
First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road is an Private Preschool centre operated by First Steps Preschool. Private (non-scheme) preschools and kindergartens set their own fees. Childcare centres licensed by ECDA may still accept Basic and Additional Subsidy for eligible Singapore Citizen children, but are not bound by the AOP/POP fee caps.
Q3What is the phone number for First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road?
Call First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road at 62729108. For enrolment enquiries, check directly with the operator (First Steps Preschool) as wait-list and visit hours vary by centre.
Q4Which MOE primary schools are nearest to First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road?
The 3 closest MOE primary schools by straight-line distance are: Blangah Rise Primary School (0.56 km), Gan Eng Seng Primary School (0.79 km), Queenstown Primary School (1.66 km). Note: MOE Phase 2C/2C-Supplementary uses OneMap road distance, which can differ slightly — use our P1 Registration Calculator for official-grade eligibility.
Q5Are there other Private Preschool centres near First Steps Preschool @ Depot Road?
Yes — the nearest Private Preschool sibling centres within walking/short-drive distance are: Appleland Playhouse Pte Ltd (0.15 km), Little Olive Tree (Bethesda Depot Walk) (0.45 km), AWWA LTD. (0.78 km).