APPLE TREE PLAYHOUSE

APPLE TREE PLAYHOUSE
Child Care Centre Address:	1 NORTHPOINT DRIVE #02-201 Singapore 768019 (Map shown below)
Contact Number:	62716388
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Teacher to Children Ratio2:
Programme Offered:	Playgroup (18 months to 2 years old) Nursery 1 (3 years old) Nursery 2 (4 years old) Kindergarten 1 (5 years old) Kindergarten 2 （6 years old)
Mother Tongue:	Chinese
Anchor Operator or Partner Operator:	This centre is not an anchor operator nor a partner operator.
Healthy Pre-School Accreditation:	This centre has not received the Healthy Pre-school Accreditation.
SPARK Certification:	This centre has not received the SPARK Accreditation.
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	No Pork No Lard with No Beef (without Certification from MUIS but from Halal Sources)
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	Transportation is not provided.
Operating Hours:	Monday - Friday : Full Day Hrs - 0700 to 1900hrs
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Childcare /Infant Care Service Types and Fees of APPLE TREE PLAYHOUSE
School Service Type	Monthly School Fee Before Subsidy
Full Day Child Care*	1,600
Half Day Child Care	1,400
Full Day Infant Care	Service Not Available
Half Day Infant Care	Service Not Available
*Only fee for playgroup programme is shown. For nursery and kindergarten programmes, the monthly school fees are usually the same or lower. Fees may vary from time to time.

Incidental Charges of APPLE TREE PLAYHOUSE
Item	Type
1	Deposit
2	Registration Fee
3	Uniform
4	PVC mattress Cover
5	PVC mattress
6	Insurance

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1. Teaching method at child care centre

In Singapore, most of the preschools adopts one of the following teaching methods:

1. Play-based learning
2. Theme-based approach
3. Montessori method
4. Reggio Emilia approach
5. Inquiry-Based Learning
6. Holistic approach

Play-Based Learning

• Focus: Learning through play.
• Method: Engages children in self-directed, open-ended play to develop cognitive, social, and emotional skills.
• Environment: Flexible and child-centered, allowing children to explore and make choices.
• Outcome: Builds creativity, problem-solving, and social skills through hands-on experiences.

Theme-Based Approach

• Focus: Learning through specific themes or topics (e.g., "seasons," "community helpers").
• Method: Lessons and activities are organized around a central theme, integrating multiple subjects to explore a topic from different perspectives.
• Environment: Structured around the theme, fostering connections between different areas of knowledge.
• Outcome: Helps children understand how concepts are interconnected and deepens knowledge about a particular topic.

Montessori Method

• Focus: Independence and self-motivated growth.
• Method: Uses specially designed materials and a prepared environment for self-directed learning.
• Environment: Structured yet flexible, allowing children to choose activities and work at their own pace.
• Outcome: Develops independence, concentration, and respect for others; children learn through hands-on discovery.

Reggio Emilia Approach

• Focus: Child-led exploration and collaboration.
• Method: Emphasizes project-based, collaborative learning with a focus on the child’s interests.
• Environment: Rich in materials and resources, with a strong emphasis on aesthetics, collaboration, and documenting the learning process.
• Outcome: Encourages curiosity, collaboration, and a love of learning through projects that engage the child’s interests.

Inquiry-Based Learning

• Focus: Developing curiosity and questioning.
• Method: Starts with a question or problem, encouraging children to investigate, research, and find answers independently.
• Environment: Open-ended, with teachers acting as facilitators, guiding children in their exploration.
• Outcome: Fosters critical thinking, curiosity, and independent research skills.

Holistic Approach

• Focus: Whole-child development (cognitive, emotional, social, and physical)
• Method: Combines various teaching strategies to address multiple areas of development, not solely academics.
• Environment: Supportive and nurturing, fostering each child’s unique abilities and needs.
• Outcome: Aims to develop well-rounded, emotionally intelligent individuals, focusing on life skills alongside academic knowledge.

Each approach brings a unique focus and method to early childhood education, tailored to different aspects of a child’s growth and learning style.

2. Teacher to child ratio

As stipulated by ECDA, the minimum qualified staff-child ratios during programme hours are as follows:

Class level (Age of Children)	Staff to Children Ratio	Staff to Children Ratio (with an additional Assistant Educarer/Teacher)
Infant (18 months and below)	1:5	Not Applicable
Playgroup (Above 18 – to below 3 years old)	1:8	1 + 1 : 12
Pre-Nursery (Children who turn 3 years old during the year enrolled)	1:12	1 + 1 : 18
Nursery (Children who turn 4 years old during the year enrolled)	1:15	1 + 1 : 20
Kindergarten 1 (Children who turn 5 years old during the year enrolled)	1:20	1 + 1 : 25
Kindergarten 2 (Children who turn 6 years old during the year enrolled)	1:25	1 + 1 : 30

Table 4: Stipulated Staff Child Ratio

3. Air-conditioned classroom

(a) If the weather allows, many air-conditioned centers will refrain from using their air conditioners.

(b) Many non-air-conditioned centers are equipped with portable air conditioners that can be used under specific weather conditions.

Pros and cons of having air-conditioned classroom in child care centres in Singapore.

Pros	Cons
Air-conditioning provides a comfortable environment for students, reducing discomfort caused by heat, especially during afternoon classes.	Prolonged exposure to air-conditioning can cause dry skin, respiratory issues, and aggravate symptoms for those with asthma or other respiratory conditions. The lack of ventilation can also lead to poor air quality over time.
Cooler temperatures can enhance focus, as students aren’t distracted by the heat	Students may become overly accustomed to an air-conditioned environment, potentially making them less adaptable to outdoor activities or classrooms without cooling.
A cooler environment helps students feel less tired, maintaining energy levels and reducing drowsiness, especially in longer classes.	Air-conditioning significantly increases electricity usage, adding financial pressure on schools for maintenance and energy costs. The cost will ultimately be borne by the parents.
Protection from External Noise
Air-conditioning can reduce the impact of allergies by filtering out dust and pollen

Table 5: Pros and Cons of Having Air-Conditioned Classroom