Barker Road Methodist Church Little Lights Preschool – Barker

Rooted in Christ-centred principles, the school seeks to develop Christian values and character alongside academic excellence. Its core values—Learn, Live, and Lean—guide the holistic development of children, encouraging them to exercise their innate ability to learn, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and rely on Christ as a moral compass.

The school offers programmes for children from Playgroup (PG) through Kindergarten 2 (K2), including 4-hour and 6-hour options. The curriculum integrates the IB Primary Years Programme, the Montessori approach, and a Creative Chinese Learning Programme, all aligned with the MOE Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) Framework and the ECDA Early Years Development Framework. Key subject areas include language and literacy, numeracy, sensorial development, cultural studies, and practical life skills, all underpinned by a character-building programme based on biblical values.

The school aims to equip students with the foundation to become compassionate thinkers, lifelong learners, and informed contributors to society. By mapping all learning domains to the Ministry of Education’s Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) Framework, the school ensures that students are prepared for the transition to Primary One.

The school’s pedagogical approach is designed to be sensitive to the individual learning needs of each child. Teachers are committed to nurturing the potential within every student, providing consistent care and support to help children develop the dispositions necessary for success in the 21st century.

Prospective families may contact the Barker or Vanda Road campuses directly via phone or email to enquire about enrolment. The school provides registration forms and interest application forms for download on its website, and parents may submit general queries or request a school tour through an online contact form.

The school operates according to the Ministry of Education’s (MOE) school calendar. It encourages parents to maintain consistent daily routines during school holidays to facilitate a smoother transition for children returning to the classroom.

The school operates two campuses: the Barker Road campus located at 70 Barker Road and the Vanda Road campus at 3 & 5 Vanda Road. The facilities are designed to support a holistic curriculum, providing environments that facilitate inquiry-based learning and Montessori-style exploration.

The school emphasizes learning beyond the classroom, extending educational experiences into nature, the home, and the community. This includes outdoor exploration, family partnerships, and community engagement activities designed to broaden the child's development.