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Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years
Introduction
EtonHouse Nature Pre-School is an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for the Primary Years Programme. Serving children aged 18 months to 6 years, the school provides a bilingual environment in English and Mandarin. The campus features extensive outdoor spaces, including a large sandpit, bike tracks, water play areas, and a sensory garden designed to engage all five senses. Unique facilities such as the ReAldo Lab encourage creative exploration with loose parts and open-ended materials. Families seeking a nature-centric early education with a focus on sustainability and hands-on learning will find this pre-school particularly appealing.
EtonHouse Nature Pre-School has typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Mandarin.
Location
718 Mountbatten Road, Singapore 437738. The campus spans about 6,050 square metres and is set amid lush greenery with large outdoor spaces and natural surroundings in the heart of Mountbatten.
Stages
Nature Pre-School serves children from 18 months to 6 years. Classes are organized by age group from Pre-Nursery through Nursery (Nursery 1 and Nursery 2) to Kindergarten 1 and Kindergarten 2, with ECDA and EtonHouse ratios published for each level. A bespoke Primary Preparation Programme supports Kindergarten 1 and 2 as they transition to primary school.
Type
The school operates as an IB World School within the EtonHouse network and delivers a bilingual program in English and Mandarin. It emphasises an internationally oriented early-years curriculum with an explicit pathway to primary education.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Public materials do not publish a breakdown of pupil nationalities. The bilingual English-Mandarin environment and international family testimonials suggest a mix of local and international families.
Additional learning support
Public materials do not list specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions for Nature Pre-School.
Country affiliation
No country-specific affiliation is stated; the school is located in Singapore as part of the EtonHouse network offering IB World School programmes.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated.
School day structure
Operational hours run from 7am to 7pm to support flexible drop-off and pick-up. The school notes ongoing operation during term breaks with engaging programmes, aside from public holidays and designated professional days.
Bus service
A school bus service is not listed in the available public materials.
Fees
Annual tuition at EtonHouse Nature Pre-School ranges from SGD 29,760 to SGD 34,536 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration Fees and Deposit
- Registration fee (non-refundable & non-transferrable): SGD 2,180 per student. - Refundable deposit: an amount charged at registration: Pre‑Nursery deposit SGD 3,023; Nursery 1–Kindergarten 2 deposit SGD 2,895. The deposit is equivalent to one‑third of a full‑day term school fee and must be topped up if fees increase. The deposit is repayable after deductions, subject to the school's withdrawal notice requirements.
Tuition fees (by programme and payment frequency)
- General billing: School fees are charged on a termly basis (four terms per year). Meals and snacks are included in the school fees. Any proration is calculated on a weekly basis according to the number of term‑weeks remaining in the academic term. School fees are billed on a termly basis and are payable in full in advance. For new students, invoices are issued at least six months prior to course commencement or immediately if the commencement date is within six months; invoice due dates are shown on the invoice.
- Pre‑Nursery (18 months to 2 years old): - 5 Full Days — Monthly (including 9% GST): SGD 3,294.11; Termly: SGD 9,882.33. A government basic subsidy (where applicable to Singaporean children) reduces the monthly/termly amounts (example monthly with subsidy shown as SGD 2,994.11; termly with subsidy SGD 8,982.33). - 5 Half Days — Monthly (including 9% GST): SGD 2,964.69; Termly: SGD 8,894.07. Subsidised monthly/termly examples are SGD 2,814.69 monthly and SGD 8,444.07 termly for eligible Singaporean children.
- Nursery 1–2 (2 to 4 years old): - 5 Full Days — Monthly (including 9% GST): SGD 3,154.71; Termly: SGD 9,464.13. Subsidised monthly/termly examples: SGD 2,854.71 monthly and SGD 8,564.13 termly for eligible Singaporean children. - 5 Half Days — Monthly (including 9% GST): SGD 2,839.22; Termly: SGD 8,517.66. Subsidised monthly/termly examples: SGD 2,689.22 monthly and SGD 8,067.66 termly for eligible Singaporean children.
- Kindergarten 1–2 (5 to 6 years old): - 5 Full Days — Monthly (including 9% GST): SGD 3,154.71; Termly: SGD 9,464.13. Subsidised monthly/termly examples shown: SGD 2,854.71 monthly and SGD 8,564.13 termly for eligible Singaporean children.
Fees required at registration (summary)
- Pre‑Nursery total fees upon registration (Registration fee + Deposit): SGD 5,203. - Nursery 1–Kindergarten 2 total fees upon registration (Registration fee + Deposit): SGD 5,075.
Other compulsory fees and discounts
- Compulsory student insurance: SGD 19.62 (including GST) collected annually with school fees payment. - Sibling discount: 10% discount applied to gross school fees for siblings (no discount for the sibling with the highest school fee; discount revision occurs if a sibling ceases to be enrolled). - Uniform fees or separate uniform charge: no separate uniform fee is listed among the fees on the school's fee schedule.
Billing schedule, payment terms and refunds
- Billing schedule: fees are billed termly (four times per year) and are payable in full in advance each term. Any proration is calculated on a weekly basis for the remaining term‑weeks. - Invoicing for new students: invoices will be issued at least six months before course commencement; if commencement is within six months, invoices are issued immediately. Invoice due dates are stated on the invoice. - Refunds and deposit return: the refundable deposit is repaid in full after deducting any amounts owed, provided written notice is served at least eight fee‑paying term‑weeks before withdrawal. If insufficient withdrawal notice is given, 50% of the deposit will be retained. Payment of school fees in lieu of the notice period is not accepted.
Boarding fees
- Boarding provision: not applicable; no boarding fees are listed.
Payment options
- Accepted payment methods: PayNow, Credit Card, and Wire Transfer. Specific payment details are provided to families after the full set of application documents is received.
Academics
EtonHouse Nature Pre-School teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 1.5 to 6.
Curriculum
EtonHouse Nature Pre-School uses two curriculum frameworks: EtonHouse Inquire.Think.Learn for Pre-Nursery and Nursery 1, and the IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for Nursery 2 through Kindergarten 2, with a nature-rich campus and extensive outdoor learning spaces. The programmes are play-based and inquiry-based, with curriculum designed around children's ideas and interests. In the IB PYP, the curriculum centers on the learner profile, six transdisciplinary themes, eight concepts, and five learning areas (Language, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science, Personal, Social and Physical Education, Arts), with Mandarin language development integrated. Kindergarten 1 and 2 follow a Bespoke Primary Preparation Programme to support the transition to primary school, focusing on literacy and numeracy foundations and exposure to primary-school experiences. Across the school, there is a dual-language English–Mandarin environment with two qualified educators per class, and a formal pathway to primary, secondary, and high school within the EtonHouse network.
Student Teacher Ratio
Not published
Higher Education Progression
Pathway to Primary, Secondary and High School within the EtonHouse network, including access to local and international primary campuses.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEL is supported through Nature's Classroom that empowers minds beyond the classroom and through imaginative outdoor spaces like Adventure Playland and Treetop Trails that foster resilience and skill development; staff are highly qualified and engage in ongoing professional development, including Reggio Emilia training.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The page does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision or whether the school is a specialist SEN institution.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL support is provided through a dual-language environment where each class has two qualified educators—one Mandarin-speaking and one English-speaking—who deliver parts of each learning session in their native language.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through resilience-building and immersive outdoor learning environments that foster emotional development, curiosity and safe risk-taking.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection policies are not publicly disclosed on this page.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Register your interest. Complete the Book a Tour form to indicate your interest, and the Parent Liaison team will be in touch to schedule a school tour. The tour provides information about the Nature Pre-School campus and program. This step starts the admissions process. Step 2: Complete the Application Form. After your school tour, the Parent Liaison team will provide you with the Application Form to complete and submit. The form collects information needed to assess eligibility and placement. The Parent Liaison team can assist with any questions during completion. Step 3: Supporting Documents. In support of your application, submit the mandatory documentation: 1. Copy of child's vaccination record; 2) Copy of 1 passport-sized photograph of your child; 3) Copy of child's Dependant Pass/ Student Pass (if applicable); 4) Any other relevant medical reports (if applicable); 5) Screenshot or proof of payment of the registration fee of $2,180. The documents must be submitted to complete your registration. For further enquiries, contact the admissions office at +65 6846 3322 or email [email protected].
FAQs
What age range does EtonHouse Nature Pre-School cater for?
The school serves children from 18 months to 6 years, covering Pre-Nursery through Kindergarten 2. Both half-day and full-day options are available.
What curriculum does the school follow?
Pre-Nursery and Nursery 1 follow the EtonHouse Inquire.Think.Learn programme. Nursery 2 through K2 follow the IB Primary Years Programme, making it an accredited IB World School.
Is the school bilingual?
Yes, the school operates a dual-language environment in English and Mandarin. Each class has two educators, one Mandarin-speaking and one English-speaking, who co-deliver lessons.
What makes this campus special?
The 6,050 square-metre campus is set amid lush greenery with extensive outdoor spaces. It features a large sandpit, bike tracks, water play areas, sensory garden, and ReAldo Lab.
What are the tuition fees?
Fees range from approximately SGD 29,760 to SGD 34,536 per year depending on the programme. Registration fee is SGD 2,180 with refundable deposits varying by age group.
What is the ReAldo Lab?
The ReAldo Lab is a creative laboratory equipped with loose parts and open-ended resources. Children transform ordinary materials into new creations through hands-on exploration.
What are the school hours?
Operational hours run from 7am to 7pm to support flexible drop-off and pick-up. The school continues to operate during term breaks with engaging programmes.
Does the school offer meals?
Yes, the Food Atelier features in-house chefs who work with nutritionists to prepare balanced meals with 100% free-range ingredients and reduced sugar content.
What enrichment programmes are available?
Programmes include STEM for K1-K2, Earth Rangers Club, Kindermusik, Stories Come Alive Club, Nature Wonders Club, and Mindfulness Club. These run both during and after school hours.
Does the school have SEN support?
SEN provisions are not publicly disclosed for this campus. The nature-rich, inquiry-based environment supports diverse learning styles through its pedagogical approach.
Where is the school located?
EtonHouse Nature Pre-School is at 718 Mountbatten Road, Singapore. The campus spans 6,050 square metres with extensive natural outdoor spaces.
What is the pathway after graduation?
Graduates can transition into Primary, Secondary, and High School within the EtonHouse network, including access to both local and international campuses.
