Canossaville Preschool

A Catholic bilingual mainstream preschool for children aged 18 months to 6 years. We provide an experiential learning environment in partnership with the community inside and outside of the Canossian Village.

Why Canossaville Preschool?

Uniquely Canossian

Recognising that each child is an individual with unique strengths, needs and talents, onsite holistic support for our children is made possible through the close collaboration between our educators and our professionals from the Canossian Child Development Unit and the Canossian Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC) educators. These include onsite intervention lessons, audiological management, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and parent guidance sessions.

With formation of the heart at the core of all that we do, each child, regardless of learning needs, is treated with respect, love, and dignity. Canossaville Preschoolers are instilled with Canossian Values through the daily acts of kindness that is incorporated as part of our lessons and interactions in and outside class.

Programmes

We believe that early childhood is a critical period for shaping both the heart and mind. Our holistic curriculum incorporates our signature programme, the Canossian Care Curriculum, where formation of the heart and enlightenment of the mind converge. These are designed to provide a nurturing environment where young children can develop emotionally, intellectually, and socially. Through our holistic approach, we aim to cultivate compassionate hearts and inquiring minds, thus empowering their spirits for lifelong learning and character development.

In our environment, your children are given a great start in life with programmes designed to nurture their all-round development as they progress through the different levels from Playgroup to K2.

Playgroup – for children aged 18 to 24 months

This is where the child’s learning journey begins. At this stage of their holistic development, the activities are focused on developing the child’s gross motor and basic fine motor skills, emotional security, and social awareness. The foundation for language skills and bilingualism in English and Mandarin is formed through stories, songs, and sensory-rich experiences.

Nursery One & Two – for children aged 2 to 4 years

The activities in this stage are designed to further enhance the child’s gross and fine motor development, balance and coordination. There is a strong focus on social skills and functional literacy in English and Mandarin – both listening and speaking. To foster the development of the whole child, children are introduced to creative and aesthetic expression through drama, music and art.

Kindergarten One & Two – for children aged 4 to 6 years

At this level, the curriculum is tailored to further enhance the child’s physical abilities, their understanding of key concepts in mathematics and science, their problem-solving and adaptive skills, as well as their musical and artistic skills. We place greater focus on fostering character and values, respect for others and diversity, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship. By this stage, the child’s resilience, creativity, and enthusiasm for learning will be well-developed, supporting a smooth transition to primary school.

Our spaces

A nurturing environment where children with different needs are given a great start in life.

Assembly area

The assembly area is a spacious and welcoming space where our children gather for special events, and group activities. It provides a central location for intimate gatherings and interactions among preschool children from all ages.

Bakhita’s Patch

This outdoor garden is a vibrant space where our children can explore nature at their doorstep! Filled with lush greenery, and colorful flowers, it provides a serene environment for hands-on learning, sensory play and gardening, cultivating a passion for the outdoors.

Noah’s Ark

The Noah’s Ark playground is a charming play area that includes a water feature ideal for splashing and cooling off. Designed to encourage water exploration and adventure, this unique playground offers a blend of fun and sensory experiences within a secure and interactive setting, where children can enjoy and discover water play!

Classrooms

Our preschool classrooms are vibrant and inviting spaces designed to promote curiosity and creativity. Equipped with child-sized furniture arranged in collaborative groups, these rooms create a sense of community and belonging. Each classroom is stocked with a variety of educational materials and resources, providing an engaging and supportive environment for young learners to explore and grow.

Multi-purpose Hall

The school hall is a spacious venue where we host many of our programmes and events for our children. With its versatility, this space allows initiatives such as the Multisport Programme, and events such as Family Day, festive celebrations and year-end Graduation Concerts, inviting parents and caregivers.

Playground

Our playground features exciting slides and different climbing elements, creating a dynamic and adventurous play area for children. Designed to encourage physical activity and develop motor skills, this playground provides endless fun and opportunities for exploration in a safe and engaging environment.

Assembly area

Bakhita’s Patch

Noah’s Ark

Classrooms

Multi-purpose Hall

Playground

What Do Parents Say About Us

As parents, we wanted a preschool that nurtures both our children’s minds and their faith. Canossaville Preschool has been an incredible blessing for our family. Our kids, aged 6 and 4, are not only growing academically but also deepening their Catholic faith. The large, open spaces provide plenty of outdoor time, which they absolutely love. The teachers work closely with us, ensuring our children’s needs are met both at home and in school. We’ve seen them become more compassionate, prayerful, and respectful. Canossaville is more than just a school—it’s a community that supports our family’s spiritual journey, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

Gerard Ong

My child has learnt to be more empathetic and loving with members of his age group and loves the company of his peers. He has also learned more about the Catholic faith. The teaching principles of the school as well as the loving and caring environment cultivated by every member of staff at the school sets it apart from the other preschools. It is a loving and caring environment for children to grow up in. Every staff is patient, caring and loving towards the children. Almost every morning during check-ins, any teacher will assist in coaxing a child into class regardless of whether the child is in their class or not. And they do it patiently as well. They know every child’s name.

Jasmin Ng

Being a grandparent has brought us so much joy and to be able to play a part in taking her to and from school and see her grow is an amazing feeling. My granddaughter Leia Grace is in K1 at CPS. Every afternoon when her Grandpapa and I pick her from school, she excitedly shares about her day in school, including the things that did not quite go so right. Her confidence speaks of the kind of environment she is in. Her sharing about what she learns at school, especially about being compassionate and loving and inclusive despite their differences is something I am so proud of her for. She shares about her friends with hearing impairment so matter of factly too and with so much love and care for them that she once commented that maybe when she grows up, she can help some of them and teach them how to speak and learn to sing. It warms my heart that at just five years of age, she has taught me one of the most valuable lessons in life: no one is too young to have empathy for others. As a Canossian Educator for more than half of my working life, I value the Canossian brand of education where formation of the heart is key. Thank you, CPS, for incorporating the Canossian values as part of the K1 curriculum. It has helped nurture my granddaughter, in her formative years to be a caring and compassionate person.

Mrs Joseph

I was a student at Canossaville Preschool over 30 years ago (when it was called Magdalene’s Kindergarten). With so many happy memories made there, I naturally want my kids to experience the same. So it was an easy choice to make when the time came for us to enrol my son and daughter into preschool. It also helps that despite the school’s heritage, the facilities and outdoor play spaces are very modern and well-kept! It’s heartening to know that the school’s tradition of values education and inclusiveness has grown. My wife and I are overjoyed to see our boy grow in empathy and care for his classmates of different abilities. Incidentally, my old teacher, Ms Gertrude, also teaches my boy in values Formation sessions! All the teachers we’ve met are very passionate, caring, and supportive, too. We’re looking forward to his little sister’s journey with Canossaville – it’s really a village here. As a family, we’re really happy to be part of this Circle of Care.