Quayside Isle Preparatory School

Quayside Isle Preparatory School is built on the foundation of joyful learning, emphasizing that children learn best through engagement, curiosity, and play. The school utilizes a nature-inspired approach, where students observe and investigate the outdoors to consolidate knowledge and connect with their environment. It strives to foster a vibrant, diverse community that values respect, empathy, and responsibility.

The school offers a sequential program starting with a Playgroup (18–30 months) and progressing through Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Reception, and Year 1 (up to 6.5–7 years). The academic framework is based on the IEYC and IPC, incorporating ReadWrite Inc. and Singapore’s Abacus Math Curriculum. The program balances play-based learning with structured literacy and numeracy tasks, supported by specialist subjects and outdoor exploration.

The school aims to nurture creativity, confidence, compassion, and curiosity in its students. The curriculum is designed to prepare children for primary education by developing essential literacy, numeracy, and inquiry skills. By the time students reach the older age groups, the program focuses on consolidating phonics, word study, and mathematical reasoning to meet entry-level requirements for Grade 1 in international schools.

The school maintains low student-teacher ratios to ensure individualized attention and support for every child. Ratios range from 1:6 in the Playgroup to 1:10 in the Reception and Year 1 classes. Teachers are informed of any specific allergies or dietary needs to ensure a safe environment, including a strict no-peanut policy.

The school recommends that families begin the application process at least six months in advance due to limited class availability. Prospective parents must submit an application form, a registration fee, and various supporting documents, including birth certificates, passports, immunization records, and medical reports. Admission is conditional, and the school requires a non-refundable registration fee to be paid to secure a placement.

The school operates on a four-term academic year. Terms typically run from August to October, October to December, January to March, and March to June. The school also hosts specific annual events, such as Sports Day and Parent Share Month in May, and an End of Year Concert in June.

Located on Sentosa Island, the school provides a nature-inspired learning environment that utilizes both indoor classrooms and the surrounding outdoor areas for exploration. The campus is designed to be a child-friendly, safe, and nurturing space. It includes access to local natural habitats, such as the seashore and rock pools, to facilitate the school's inquiry-based learning approach.

The school enriches its core curriculum with weekly specialist sessions in Mandarin, Yoga, Music, and Physical Education (Playball). Students also participate in regular field trips to support hands-on learning and nature exploration around Sentosa Island. Additionally, the school organizes community-focused events like Sports Day and an End of Year Concert to foster family engagement.