SJIPreschool International

Eileen Dong, Singaporean; Alison Pippi (5)

We returned to Singapore in 2018 and Alison has been attending SJI International Preschool since it opened on 1 February 2024.

The school was highly recommended by a very good friend. I met with the Head of School, Dr Geraldine Teo-Zuzarte, and her management team during their Open House. What touched me was their passion for preschool education, and a commitment and willingness to make things better.

To me, an all rounded preschool isn’t about having the most robust bilingual curriculum. Preschool children are forming their character at this age and SJI International focuses on teaching values. I particularly like the thanksgiving prayer before each meal – it teaches the child to be thankful for the food and whoever brought it to the table.

I’m a single mum, entrepreneur and cancer warrior. After the first day of school, I informed them that we were unable to attend the next day due to a medical emergency. I was hugely surprised when a staff member from the management team called me to show concern and to offer help during my hospitalisation.

After my discharge, the same staff member extended support again. The school is sensitive in handling the feelings of Alison as well as communication on queries about my single parent role and my medical condition, among other matters. The school is inclusive; there’s no discrimination or stereotyping.

I feel genuineness and love from them. I strongly believe they will play an instrumental role in Alison’s preschool education and beyond, especially in nurturing and guiding her to be someone with good values and outlook on life. We’re very blessed to be in this partnership with SJI International Preschool.

Founded: 2024

Dates: January to December

Ages: 2 to 6 years

Size: 96 to 100 students

Curriculum: Bilingual, inquirybased curriculum that is holistic, co-constructed and tailored to support every individual child

49B Holland Road sji-internationalpreschool.com.sg