4 Preschools & Kindergartens
in Singapore River
The Singapore River planning area has 4 ECDA-registered and MOE-governed preschool and kindergarten centres: 1 ECDA Partner Operator. This directory unifies all schemes — MOE Kindergartens, ECDA Anchor Operators, and Partner Operators — in one place. Last updated .
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ECDA Partner Operator
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total centres ✨
Closest centres outside Singapore River
Also serving Singapore River families
These centres are in neighbouring planning areas but are geographically close to Singapore River.
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
Preschools in Singapore River— parents ask!
Quick answers about every scheme and infant-care availability in Singapore River.
Q1How many kindergartens are in Singapore River?
There are 4 ECDA-registered or MOE-governed preschool and kindergarten centres in Singapore River: 1 ECDA Partner Operator. This directory is compiled from ECDA, MOE, and operator listings and updated regularly.
Q2What's the difference between MOE Kindergarten, AOP, and POP in Singapore River?
MOE Kindergartens (MK) — run by the Ministry of Education, offering K1–K2 half-day sessions (4 hours) at a capped fee of S$160/month for Singapore Citizens. Ages 5–6 only; no infant or toddler care.
ECDA Anchor Operators (AOP) — the highest-funded ECDA tier. Five operators cap SC childcare fees at S$610/month and offer full-day care from 2 months to 6 years. Best value for working families needing full-day coverage.
ECDA Partner Operators (POP) — the second subsidised tier. 33 operators cap SC childcare fees at S$650/month, also covering infant care through kindergarten with full-day programmes.
In Singapore River: 0 MOE Kindergartens, 0 AOP centres, 1 POP centre.
Q3Which Singapore River centres accept under-3s (infant / toddler care)?
1 centre in Singapore River offer infant and toddler care (typically from 2 months old):
- KINDERLAND PRESCHOOL
These are ECDA AOP or POP centres. MOE Kindergartens in Singapore River only offer K1–K2 (ages 5–6) — they do not provide infant care.
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60 MK centres →ECDA Anchor Operator preschools
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