I have completed a dual-enrolment programme with Advent Links – SAUC, majoring Diploma in Preschool Education (Teaching & Leadership) cum Bachelor of Arts (Childhood & Family Education) from Edith Cowan University, in 2008. I am bilingual in both English and Mandarin. I obtained my Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care and Development from SEED institute in 2013. I completed my Master Degree in Early Childhood at National Institute of Education in 2016. Currently, I am taking the advanced certificate in training and assessment.
My Centre has achieved Spark Certification since 2013. Since then, we had also been advocating to be a green centre. Teaching children to care for the environment is a learning experience that is an important part of growing up. It gives them skills in respect, empathy, patience, responsibility, and teaches them about consequences. But it also teaches them valuable lessons about sustainability and how we want to leave the world for future generations. Showing children how to recycle properly is like passing the baton to them for a cleaner and brighter future.
I believe that every child is unique individual who grows and develops at their own pace. Children are natural learners who enjoy learning and challenging daily experiences with their peers and adults as a facilitator. Hence, in school, they should be provided with a rich learning environment that encourages them to discover for themselves through inter- action with people and the environment.
Personally, I take a strong belief in programs that practices a combination of child- initiated, teacher-directed and free-choice learning so as to create a balance in children’s overall development. Most importantly, in the early years stage, it is essential to create a happy, safe and secured learning environment for children especially for those coming from diverse backgrounds. With that, positive home-school partnership is definitely a necessity for continuation of teaching at home.
Hear from our happy parents
We would like to say "thank you" to all the teachers in the school, from infant care to K1. They all are very kind, patient and professional. My girl enjoys every moment in school and she leaned a lot...
Li Shirley
My First Skool at Blk 153 Bishan
My son has been with the school since he was an infant and I can say it is a very nurturing environment. What I appreciate the most is the constant communication by the teachers on their observations in my son's development and how we can partner to support him :)
mae serrato
My First Skool at Blk 153 Bishan
The teachers and staffs are wonderful. Always attentive, helpful and responsible to our childrens' needs. They have very professional teachers. A big thank you to all teachers and staffs.
Calvin Kirk
My First Skool at Blk 153 Bishan
A recommended preschool with reliable teachers who cares for the children that enters through their doors.