Nursery and Kindergarten Programmes in Singapore
At Odyssey, we recognise that the preschool years are a time of rapid growth and discovery. Our Nursery and Kindergarten Programmes are designed to meet the needs of children from nursery age (around 4 years old) through to kindergarten age in Singapore (5 to 6 years old), offering a seamless learning journey that nurtures their curiosity and prepares them for the future.
Through our inquiry-based approach and thoughtfully designed curriculum, children develop communication, social-emotional, and problem-solving skills while building the foundations for academic readiness. Each stage provides progressively structured experiences that inspire active exploration, creativity, and confidence.
Understanding Nursery and Kindergarten Ages in Singapore
In Singapore, nursery age typically refers to children aged around 4 years old, while kindergarten age generally covers 5 to 6 years old. These years mark a critical period in a child’s development as they transition from early explorations to more structured learning.
At Odyssey, our programmes for Nursery (4 years), Junior-K (5 years), and Senior-K (6 years) focus on purposeful acquisition of knowledge, skills, and concepts. Children’s developing language competencies become tools for learning and communication, while their growing physical abilities enable them to take on new challenges.
We place a strong emphasis on self and social development during these formative years, nurturing independence, emotional self-regulation, and confidence. Our integrated curriculum promotes inquiry, discovery, and active, hands-on experiences, building life skills and positive dispositions alongside academic growth.
Preschool Curriculum (ages: 3 to 6 years)
Preschool curriculum promotes constructive and cognitive, process-oriented strategies that encourage children to be curious, reason and problem solve, develop inquiring minds, think critically and creatively, and develop a lifelong desire, passion and love for learning.
Project Work
Project work engages children in initiating, selecting and exploring topics of interest for inquiry, leading to construction of new knowledge.
Literacy Curriculum
Learning and acquiring literacy skills – print concepts, writing and spelling conventions punctuation, sentence construction, word skills, phonetics and reading through Phonics (Letterland) and Literacy Workshop.
Math Inquiry Curriculum
Learning and acquiring mathematical skills and concepts through inquiry-based and constructive strategies based on a pre-determined developmentally and progressively structured scope and sequence that provides the breath and depth of learning across age groups.
Chinese Language Immersion
Listening and responding to instructions and communication in Chinese, and learning the skills of the language through immersion in real world events and interactions.
Creative Curriculum
Art Odyssey, Music Odyssey and Fitness & Sports are implemented as core creative curriculum experiences. Little Chef Day, Outdoor Learning Experiences (OLE) and Emotional Cultural Quotient (ECQ) Literacy are planned as inquiry and creative projects that promote children’s aesthetic, creative, life skills, social emotional and naturalistic experiences.
Why Choose Odyssey for Nursery and Kindergarten Education
Holistic, Research-Based Curriculum
Our curriculum blends inquiry, creativity, and structure to support children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Each stage is carefully designed to meet developmental needs from nursery age through kindergarten age, preparing children for the next phase of learning.
Reggio Emilia-Inspired Learning Environment
Odyssey’s beautifully designed campuses foster exploration, collaboration, and creativity. Children are immersed in spaces that encourage inquiry-based learning and authentic experiences.
Global Perspective with Local Expertise
As part of The Global Preschool network, Odyssey combines international best practices with a deep understanding of Singapore’s educational landscape. This ensures that your child benefits from a truly world-class yet locally relevant programme.
Strong Educator-Child Relationships
Our experienced teachers guide children through their learning journey, building trusting relationships that empower them to take ownership of their growth and discovery.
Focus on Lifelong Skills and Values
Beyond academics, we nurture critical thinking, resilience, empathy, and a love for learning, qualities that shape confident, compassionate individuals ready for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical nursery age in Singapore and how does Odyssey support it?
In Singapore, nursery programmes generally cater to children around 4 years old. At Odyssey, our Nursery classes provide a balanced blend of play-based and structured learning to foster independence, creativity, and foundational skills. Learn more about our Early Years programme.
