MapleBear Novena
Estimated monthly fees (before GST)
≈ $1,606/mo for Singapore Citizens after −$490 subsidy (Basic $300 + Additional $190)
Estimate — confirm with the ECDA calculator.
Official ECDA rates · published 18 Nov 2025.
MapleBear Novena is an Private Preschool preschool in the Novena planning area, Singapore 309458, operated by MapleBear Novena.
Operated by
MapleBear Novena
Private Preschool
ECDA / MOE classification
Address
2,DERBYSHIRE ROAD,309458
Singapore 309458
Scheme · Operator
Private Preschool
MapleBear Novena
Centre code: PT9917
Where it is— OneMap tile
Pinned at 1.31529, 103.84561. 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 MapleBear Novena by straight-line distance.
- 1
St. Joseph's Institution Junior
3 Essex Road, S309331
0.28 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top priority - 2
Farrer Park Primary School
2 Farrer Park Road, S217567
0.66 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top priority - 3
Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)
16 Winstedt Road, S227988
0.84 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top 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
Little Olive Tree (Thomson)
0.12 km· NovenaLittle Olive Tree
- 2
PEGASUS INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL PTE LTD
0.36 km· Farrer ParkPegasus International Preschool
- 3
Maple Bear Newton
0.52 km· NovenaMaple Bear Newton
- 4
Newton Kindergarten
0.55 km· NovenaNewton Kindergarten
- 5
ETONHOUSE PRE-SCHOOL PTE LTD
0.55 km· NovenaEtonHouse Pre-School
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 MapleBear Novena
Q1What is the address of MapleBear Novena?
MapleBear Novena is located at 2,DERBYSHIRE ROAD,309458, Singapore 309458 in the Novena planning area.
Q2What scheme does MapleBear Novena belong to?
MapleBear Novena is an Private Preschool centre operated by MapleBear Novena. 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 MapleBear Novena?
Call MapleBear Novena at 83228067. For enrolment enquiries, check directly with the operator (MapleBear Novena) as wait-list and visit hours vary by centre.
Q4Which MOE primary schools are nearest to MapleBear Novena?
The 3 closest MOE primary schools by straight-line distance are: St. Joseph's Institution Junior (0.28 km), Farrer Park Primary School (0.66 km), Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) (0.84 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 MapleBear Novena?
Yes — the nearest Private Preschool sibling centres within walking/short-drive distance are: Little Olive Tree (Thomson) (0.12 km), PEGASUS INTERNATIONAL PRESCHOOL PTE LTD (0.36 km), Maple Bear Newton (0.52 km).