The Orange Tree Preschool, Damansara Utama

Nestled in the heart of Damansara Utama, within a prominent commercial building, The Orange Tree Preschool stands as a beacon of quality early years education and care. Established in 2017, it marks the first branch of the esteemed Singaporean preschool to grace Malaysian soil. With a vision to provide an exceptional foundation for children's holistic development, the preschool proudly stands as a testament to its mission – to cultivate responsible, respectful, competent lifelong learners with independent learning capacity and academic proficiency.

At the core of The Orange Tree Preschool's philosophy lies a commitment to fostering a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive. Its expansive and thoughtfully designed facilities, including an indoor playground with climbing walls and ample space for riding bikes, a rooftop water playground, open-plan classrooms where children can be seen to be focusing on their own work or collaborating with peers, learning corners, and shelves filled with books, create an immersive atmosphere for learning. The child-friendly, gender-separate bathrooms ensure comfort and convenience.

Welcoming children aged 3 to 6 years, The Orange Tree Preschool's Full Day Programme employs a child-centred approach that combines proven pedagogies, notably the thematic approach, fostering holistic development through interconnected topics that facilitate a deeper understanding.

It goes beyond the traditional curriculum to offer a comprehensive range of classes, including Language and Literacy, Chinese, Bahasa Malaysia, Early Numeracy and Math Skills, Practical Life Skills, Cross-Cultural Appreciation, Creative Arts, Music Appreciation, Discovery of the World, Character Building, and more. To enhance the learning experience, the preschool partners with external vendors to offer specialised classes in Gym and Skylace Mandarin. Skylace Mandarin is a renowned institution that lays the groundwork for Chinese language proficiency by prioritising Hanyu Pinyin mastery, which not only enhances Mandarin fluency but also nurtures broader linguistic capabilities.

At The Orange Tree Preschool, learning becomes an engaging and immersive experience, where education seamlessly intertwines with purposeful play, hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and thoughtfully designed worksheets. Each class is carefully planned to last for 50 minutes, allowing sufficient time for meaningful learning while accommodating necessary breaks for restroom visits. Through a conscious choice to limit technology usage, the focus remains steadfast on nurturing a well-rounded education that supports various aspects of a child's growth.

In this dynamic learning environment, young learners are encouraged to tap into their innate curiosity and spontaneous thoughts, asking questions and establishing new connections in their quest to comprehend the world around them. They are nurtured to become active participants in their learning journey, engaging in a diverse range of experiences that involve their entire body and all five senses. These experiences are meticulously tailored to align with the children’s interests, resulting in a more engaging and relevant learning process. Additionally, the school offers field trips, vibrant cultural celebrations, Telematch games involving parents, and an annual concert, all of which contribute an extra dimension of experiential learning to the school year.

The preschool’s curriculum is meticulously crafted to empower children with the ability to adapt effectively to changes and with the skills they need to succeed. It’s evident in the school’s track records that students from The Orange Tree Preschool consistently shine and excel in formal schooling environments, whether they continue their education in public, private or international schools.

Central to the preschool's ethos is the belief that children are unique individuals, each with distinct developmental needs. The teachers, who are a team of qualified Early Childhood Specialists with decades of combined and credible experience, diligently conduct meticulous observations on the children allowing for early detection of any potential developmental delays. This proactive approach ensures that any challenges are addressed promptly, enabling every child at The Orange Tree Preschool to thrive.

The dedication is further reflected in the student-teacher ratios, ensuring personalised attention and effective learning. Class sizes are optimised to provide the best possible experience for each age group – 1:3 for N1 (3 years old); 1:6 for N2(4 years old); 1:8 for K1(5 years old); 1:12 for K2 (6 years old).

In a world where a strong foundation is essential for success, The Orange Tree Preschool stands as a pillar of excellence, nurturing young minds, fostering creativity, and shaping responsible, confident and lifelong learners.

As it continues to spread its wings, exciting developments are on the horizon for The Orange Tree Preschool, with the plans of a Nursery opening next year, catering to children as young as 18 months old, leaving an indelible mark on generations to come.