Selected Preschools in Bangsar

Established in 2016, ABC (Autism Behavioral Center) is an ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) therapy centre, offering quality individualised curriculum and support for children and teenagers of various age-groups who are affected with autism and learning difficulties or children who are at risk of autism. Conveniently situated in the Bangunan Bangsaria along the main arteries of Jalan Maarof in Bangsar, ABC is the largest centre offering ABA therapy in Malaysia. On top of that, they are the only therapy centre to date, that’s fully equipped with a one-to-one room for all children; totalling 45 individual rooms!

Beaconhouse Newlands Early Years, Bangsar is located in a beautiful bungalow surrounded by lush greenery in a quiet, serene cul-de-sac neighbourhood off Jalan Pantai. They have much to offer to children aged 18 months to six years old, from state-of-the-art facilities to exciting curricular activities. A highlight at BNEY Bangsar is its UK-based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) programme that focuses on the child. The school also offers the Cambridge Primary curriculum for their Primary 1 students. The school promises a different education system with quality management and teaching that will transform children into the best versions of themselves – ready to face challenges, and excel in school and in life.

Canridge provides top-tier early childhood education through its Global Preschool and Right Brain Development Centre, targeting holistic child development. Established in 2013, the brand’s programmes are aimed at enhancing creativity, cognitive abilities, and cultural awareness in children. The Right Brain Development programme, focusing on activities like flashcards and music, leverages the early critical period of brain growth for long-term learning benefits. Meanwhile, the Global Preschool emphasises learning through play, nurturing independence, and fostering a global mindset through diverse cultural experiences and thematic teaching. With branches in Johor Bahru, Penang, and now Bangsar, Canridge provides a safe, engaging, and comprehensive learning environment, equipped with high-quality materials and well-trained educators.

Known as a premium foundation school for toddlers, Champion Edu Care Centre (ABC Tot), Bangsar uses a blend of sensory-based activities and the acclaimed Multiple Intelligence approach to nurture young minds. The nursery acknowledges that every child is unique in his or her own way, which is why the curriculum features a toddler-friendly programme that fully supports their growth and development during their golden time of learning.

With more than 100 franchisees all over Singapore, China, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Cambodia, Kinderland’s award-winning curriculum is the key factor for parents in choosing this bright and cheerful yellow-and-green preschool located in the Terasek neighbourhood.

A curriculum that integrates the best education approaches and methodologies from the West with the values of morality and inter-personal relationships of the East is the result of almost 40 years of continuous research and development by Kinderland’s in-house team of early childhood experts. Framing creative expression, logical thinking, literacy support, dramatic play, and large group learning, Kinderland’s thematic approach in teaching provides a gradually widening circle of learning experiences for the child. A pioneer in incorporating a children’s music programme into their curriculum Kinderland is also the first to introduce higher order thinking skills into the syllabus (since 2015) to ensure that their students are always ready when entering primary school. Students are taught to use logical thinking in their discussions so that they learn to see things in perspective. Another standout aspect of a Kinderland preschool education is Dramatic Play, where the children practise role play and speech and drama. In keeping with Kinderland’s philosophy and the requisites of the Ministry of Education and the Early Childhood Development Agency, its programmes are specially designed to enrich and complement a child’s school experience.

KitaKids educational programs aim to give children (ranging from 2 months to 6 years old) a strong foundation in early childhood education by focusing on their interests and development instead of restricting them to learn in a rigid syllabus.

Apart from the academics lessons, students at Kitakids are also equipped with self-reliance and problem skills. The class syllabus is flexible (depending on the child’s age) and the play-based learning approach are engaging, ensuring the children to grow as confident, involved learners.

Rooted in love and learning, the school offers a tranquil, secluded environment with an innovative curriculum emphasizing Mandarin proficiency. With small class sizes and diverse programs, it promotes community and physical activity. Beyond academics, it places unwavering emphasis on love, fostering familial relationships, exceptional care, and a balance between traditional Chinese culture and Western influences. This nurturing, loving environment ensures holistic education for children.

Little Mandarin House, located in Bangsar, offers a nurturing environment for children aged one to three, prioritising holistic development through a blend of Montessori principles and structured learning. With large areas for learning and playing as well as a small number of pupils in each class, the school ensures personalised attention and a tailored curriculum. State-of-the-art facilities include lush gardens, child-safe classrooms, and engaging playgrounds create a conducive learning environment, and there are programmes and enriching activities like music and gym classes. Little Mandarin House values parental involvement and celebrates each child’s achievements, aiming to instil a lifelong love for learning and create cherished childhood memories.

Outdoor play and language proficiency are key highlights at Mandarin Lighthaus,a Mandarin-medium preschool in Bangsar. With a spacious compound and facilities such as an outdoor playground, sand pit, and small garden patch, children are encouraged to move and be physically active daily, which helps to build their confidence and reduces anxiety. Meanwhile, the curriculum builds solid foundations in Mandarin through fun and engaging activities, where children learn through play, exploration, and discovery rather than by rote and memorisation.

Melody Kindyland South Link, Bangsar South continues to inspire new generations of children to become knowledgeable and competent global citizens with a transformational learning experience. With over 36 centres serving more than 2600 students annually in Malaysia, Melody Kindyland brings 30 years of early education expertise and experience to better our community and the world. Its practices in teaching and learning are exemplified by the outstanding all-rounded results achieved by its students, which has led the preschool brand to be recognised by Cambridge as a Cambridge Beacon Kindergarten since 2017.

For Melody Kindyland, it is clear early on that the traditional ways of teaching students were no longer applicable, but rather, they have to equip children with a solid foundation of future skills in order to prepare them for a world that is constantly evolving. To do so, they adopted a forward-looking curriculum that ensures students develop the confidence to face uncertainties, have the ability be creative and think out-of-the-box, and also be able to communicate and collaborate with others effectively – whilst fully embracing the fun and wonder of this age.