Selected Preschools in Johor Bahru

Founded by Dr. Liew, an experienced specialist paediatrician, AZ Preschool’s curriculum provides a personalised educational experience that supports children according to their unique capabilities and needs. Dr. Liew’s extensive knowledge about children’s development guides the whole school body in their quest to create an intriguing curriculum that inspires well-rounded growth, creativity and most importantly, an enjoyment of learning.

At AZ Preschool, children are cultivated with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become future leaders. A blended learning approach that combines all the best educational practices – Montessori, S.T.E.A.M., Play-based and Integrated Thematic Learning – is used to lay a strong foundation for children to thrive no matter where they are in life.

An AZ education goes beyond preparing children for formal schooling. It develops children as lifelong learners who are empowered with divergent thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the resilience to tackle challenging situations in their lives.

Bambini Montessori House, Johor Bahru offers a unique curriculum that incorporates the best practices of Montessori education, as well as local and Singapore syllabuses. This exceptional multimodal framework provides children with a one of a kind early childhood school experience and academic excellence that allows them to thrive in their preferred choice of primary schools, including Singapore and international schools.

The preschool accepts children ages 18 months to 6 years, and has branches in Permas Jaya and Mount Austin. It offers Montessori Playgroup, Nursery, K1 and K2 programmes with extended hours until 3.30pm or 6pm, making it a convenient option for urban working parents. Year after year, students of Bambini Montessori House have shown outstanding achievements everywhere they go with the confidence to express themselves and creativity to strive for their own personal best.

Parents looking for a preschool for their little ones know all too well today that their choice has to be based not just on their child’s academic needs, but also, that the ideal preschool should also help children to become involved active learners, think critically, be creative, and cooperate well with their peers. With several branches up and running, De Jowitop has embodied such values since 2016 when it first opened its doors to little ones in Johor.

With a combination of structured as well as unstructured approaches of teaching, De Jowitop has come up with a unique curriculum that works well for the different age groups. Language proficiency is given due focus here at De Jowitop, to ensure that students graduate with language skills that will bring them further in their lives.

All in all, De Jowitop is set to pave the way for a smoother, more confident transition to primary school. It is a name that students associate with fun, while parents know that their children are indeed receiving high quality preschool education.

Gem Preschool offers authentic Montessori education to children aged 3 to 6 years old that is integrated with thematic syllabus and fulfilled the requirements needed by Malaysia’s education board. The learning lessons are conducted through various resources, explorations, observations and experience.

Apart from the regular wholesome curriculum, Gem Preschool also holds field trips, festive celebrations, parents seminar, concert, sports days and other enrichment activities to supplement and boost the children’s confidence and awareness.

This little happy place for children aged 3 to 6 years old is more than just a regular kindergarten. Happy Villa Kindergarten’s age appropriate syllabus are designed meticulously to prepare the students for primary school transition as well as to support their cognitive, social and physical development.

Together with the extra-curricular activities such as Music, Art and Craft, Arithmetic and Taekwondo as well as annual field trips and concerts, the learning environment is full of encouragement for the children feel appreciated while nurtured to be a better person in life.

Hey Preschool, Nusa Bestari, Johor Bahru is always looking to improve and keen to maximise the development opportunities for children under their care. Previously a Superkidz preschool, it will now operate under the name Hey Preschool while maintaining exceptional quality of care and education for children aged 3 to 6 years.

At Hey Preschool, they work towards developing children’s early year’s education by applying the framework set by our national preschool curriculum, as well as practices inspired by the Montessori method of education. Children are nurtured according to their individual characters and personalities as closely as possible. Essential skills are instilled to enable them to transition into primary school, locally or across the border in Singapore, with ease and excel.

Aside from offering a developmentally appropriate curriculum, Hey Preschool strongly emphasises on building positive parent-school relationships, as well as maintaining the standards of their teaching team. By sharing in the belief that a preschool community that works together is the key to Hey Preschool’s success! 10 more years down the road, the preschool also endeavours to offer the same educational opportunities for children in rural areas.

Kiddie'Z Garden Integrated Montessori Preschool, Johor Bahru provides an ideal environment for children to develop a love for learning and reach their fullest potential. The preschool employs a progressive blend of Montessori methods and other guiding strategies that are proven to enrich children’s intellectual, cognitive, social, emotional and physical development. Its unique strength lies in its commitment to offer a personalised education that accommodates to the unique needs of each child. Teachers welcome all children from the ages of 2 to 6 years old and consider work a success when they see bright, happy faces come in every day. Optimally, they inspire children to become positive contributing members of the society.

At Kiddie’Z Garden, the aim is to help children blossom in all areas of early growth, while having lots of fun along the way. Each day consists of carefully designed and individualised programming where children get to explore their own interests in the areas of Language, Math, Science, Sensorial and Practical Life. Math and Science are taught in both English and Chinese, giving children the fundamentals to thrive in any type of primary school they choose to join after.

KinderStars Academy, Skudai, Johor prides itself on delivering the highest quality early childhood education to families with children aged 18 months to 6 years in the local community. This award-winning preschool is driven by a vision to “nurture a group of future leaders who are resilient, competent and well developed in all aspects.” Putting all learners at the heart of its meticulous care and efforts, KinderStars is committed to the continual pursuit of each child’s personal best.

The purpose-built school boasts a nature-based environment that is conducive for exploratory learning. Its carefully designed curriculum is largely inspired by Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. The programmes are devoted to preserving the joy and wonder of the young child while preparing them for primary school and life beyond. At KinderStars, children will spend a lot of time in nature, whether it’s in the school’s outdoor Little Jungle or during adventures in their field trips. This time outside not only gives children the chance to play in imaginative ways, but also develops a deep connection for them to the natural world.

Every child at KLC Preschool benefits from its dynamic curriculum. It is one that is designed to help children develop holistically. The KLC method is all about teaching children how to learn. Notably, a way that sparks joy and interest in learning that will stay with children for life.

A distinctive feature of the KLC education system is the incorporation of the American Sign Language (ASL) into the learning process. It has been proven that children who learn to sign accelerate in their verbal development, retain knowledge better and outperform their peers on IQ assessments.

From an early age, children are guided to think out-of-the-box. They are comfortable to ask questions and express themselves even when they have differing points of views. In addition, KLC Preschool teaches children about the United Nation’s goals for a sustainable planet so that children understand that they need to take action as principled leaders to make the world a better place.

Lessons in Little Sunshine Kid Care is hands on and stimulating, and each lesson are individualized with different teaching methods so that every child here received the same opportunity to learn. The school’s daily schedule is full of activities that will nurture their knowledge, social, emotional and physical development.

With dedicated and experienced teachers, parents are not burdened with worries that their child are not getting adequate care or nutrition. In Little Sunshine, young children will experience a quality early childhood education that will inspire them through their lifetime.

The only preschool in the world to use the Champion Mindset to nurture their students, MindChamps aims to prepare today’s preschoolers for success in the unpredictable and unknown world. Their unique curriculum, world class facilities, holistic programs and dedicated teachers made the preschool a conducive environment to support the development of children as young as 18 months to 6 years old. The preschool’s activities focused on Sensory, Motor (Music and Movement), Intellectual, Linguistic, Emotional and Social (S.M.I.L.E.S).

MindChamps safety and security systems are given the utmost importance here, with health check system and CCTV surveillance and security officers stationed outside the centre.

MindChamps PreSchool provides a premium preschool experience that equips children with foundations to succeed through school, as well as later in life. With state-of-the-art facilities and a cutting-edge curriculum that’s based on the latest world-class pedagogical research, MindChamps has been honoured with some of the most sought-after awards in the education sector. The preschool brand also remains a highly preferred choice among parents as they see the difference in the integrity and standards of quality encapsulated in the organisation’s culture of excellence.

What truly sets MindChamps apart from other preschools is the MindChamps philosophy, their strong commitment to research excellence, and unwavering passion for turning the latest discoveries into effective educational initiatives. The preschool’s forward-looking curriculum is research-backed by world-leading experts from the four domains of: Education, Neuroscience, Psychology and Theatre. In addition, to deliver the highest standards in early childhood education, all MindChamps teachers receive up to 200 hours of extensive training and accreditation from the Singapore headquarters.

Situated in the southern state of Johor, Malaysia, Rainbow Kindergarten is what we’d call the answer to parents’ dilemma on where to send their children for a kindergarten education that will make a difference in their lives. It was founded by Datin Maureen Jafrey 32 years ago and to date, it stands proud as one of the more sought-after early education establishments in Johor.

The unique teaching system does not call for notebooks as one would expect from your typical standard curriculum at any standard kindergartens in Malaysia. Here, the teachers plan out weekly programs which are in line with a specific theme. It is this thematic approach in teaching that makes it work. While there are no homework or assignments to complete, children do bring home books to read every day. After each thematic period, assessments are carried out to determine the progress of each child, and parents are kept informed through regular parent-teacher meetings.

With a clear mission of fostering students aged 3 to 6 years to become excited learners, critical thinkers, problem-solvers and competent leaders using Shambala Leadership Program, Shambala Leadership Preschool in Molek provides a learning experience that prepare their students with essential skills in key learning area and help nurture their confidence and character as well.

The school is equipped with child-appropriate facilities such as classrooms, library, swimming pool, sports facilities, dance studio, indoor playground and many more. The class sizes are small with dedicated and passionate coaches that are not only academically qualified but able to understand and relate to the little ones as well. Parents are always kept up to date with regular communication with the coaches too.

Stellar Sand & Stars Kindergarten is a bilingual preschool that aims to provide a smooth transition for its students to enter national Chinese primary schools. The kindergarten uses a thematic, play-based approach to help little ones between the ages of 3 to 6 build their knowledge, as well as important 21st century life skills. From the academic viewpoint, the young learners are taught and guided to excel in Mathematics and Science, while they build their language proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin. Sand & Stars is already known as an excellent choice for families who wish to enroll their child into a Chinese Primary School, or SRJK Cina.

The teachers here at Sand & Stars do not expect their students to just sit and listen as they scribble on their boards in front of a classroom. Instead, they engage their students in meaningful activities which are fun, while performing hands-on teaching. They also go the extra mile to guide little ones into becoming polite, helpful, and respectful beings with charming characters to boot.

Tadika Kastil Bukit Indah was one of the pioneers of early childhood education in Johor Bahru. Enclosed within is a functional space that boasts a multimedia theatre, library, project workshop, computer and audio room, little farm, playground, and dedicated areas for creative and participative learning. This is the starting point for children to grow into happy, outstanding individuals who are creative and confident.

The Tadika Kastil curriculum is designed for 3- to 6-year-olds using the International Creative Teaching Method (ICTM). It is a unique teaching method, created by the school’s own research and development team, that targets on both left- and right-brain development.

To keep the left brain sharp, teachers expose children to lessons such as mathematics, science and languages. These experiences help children pick up the fundamentals of academic learning that is suited for local primary schools. To nourish the creative side of right brain learners, programmes like art, violin, leadership training and project management are implemented. Children develop habits and skills that they can take with them into adulthood when they learn to organise resources necessary to complete a project, perform on stage and present to large groups.