Why Families Choose Appleland
A warm and trusted preschool experience with strong school-readiness, personal care, and close parent partnership.
Caring Teachers, Safe Environment
Loving, patient educators who provide consistency and security for every child.
Confident Preparation for Primary 1
Strong foundations through Letterland phonics, Han Yu Pin Yin, self-help skills, and character development.
Curated Enrichment Programmes
Our thoughtfully selected enrichment programmes complement the core curriculum and support children’s holistic development.
Close Partnerships with Parents
Regular updates, photos, and direct communication that keep families connected.
Freshly Cooked Meals in School
Daily meals prepared on site using halal-source ingredients, with no pork or lard.
A Warm, Homely Atmosphere
A nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and known.
Over 35 Years of Trusted Heritage
A long-standing presence in Bukit Merah that families have trusted for generations since 1988.
Playgroup
(18 months to 2 years old)
Building Confidence Through Play
At Playgroup, children learn through a warm, play-based environment where stories, songs, music and movement, games, and hands-on activities support early language, social interaction, motor development, and creativity. They are also introduced to basic concepts such as alphabets, colours, shapes, numbers, and simple numeracy skills like matching, sorting, and counting.
Nursery One
(3 years old)
Laying Strong Foundations
In Nursery 1, children begin building early literacy and numeracy skills through a balance of structured learning and hands-on exploration. Letterland Phonics and our Chinese Pre-reading Programme are introduced alongside pre-writing, number recognition, counting, shapes, patterns, and simple problem-solving, while play, movement, and creative activities continue to support their social, emotional, and physical development.
Nursery Two
(4 years old)
Strengthening Skills and Independence
In Nursery 2, children deepen their learning through continued progress in Letterland and the introduction of the foundation of Han Yu Pin Yin. Guided practice, activity sheets, and hands-on learning help strengthen early reading, writing, and numeracy skills, while children also continue to grow in confidence, creativity, social awareness, and motor coordination.
Kindergarten One
(5 years old)
Advancing with Confidence
In Kindergarten 1, children move on to more advanced concepts in Letterland and Han Yu Pin Yin, while building stronger skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and numeracy. Lessons combine academic learning with hands-on experiences, creative expression, music and movement, and opportunities to develop independence, collaboration, and confidence.
Kindergarten Two
(6 years old)
Preparing for Primary 1
Kindergarten 2 focuses on preparing children confidently for the transition to Primary 1 through continued learning in Letterland Phonics and Han Yu Pin Yin, as well as more advanced numeracy concepts, spelling, reading, and writing practice. Alongside academic readiness, children continue developing independence, self-help skills, emotional confidence, creativity, and the discipline needed for formal schooling.
Bridging the Gap to Primary School
Academic Readiness
Strong foundations in oral skills, reading, writing, English, Chinese, numeracy, and science for a confident start to Primary 1.
Language Foundations
Early literacy in English and Chinese to support smoother adaptation to primary school learning.
Practical Life Skills
Children learn useful everyday concepts such as money skills and what to expect in a primary school setting.
Primary School Exposure
School visits and interactions with student care children help children become more familiar with the next stage of school life.
Social & Emotional Readiness
Guidance on friendships, routines, and adapting to change helps children transition with greater ease.
