Note from our GM
Bakar Alsagoff
General Manager, 7oaks Preschool
I hope everyone is keeping safe and healthy. And strong like the oak tree.
Do you know why our preschool is named 7oaks? It is because the mighty oak tree is the king of the forest. I was told there is no tree more stable and grounded than the oak. It is the epitome of strength, survival, bravery and personal honour.
We want all our children who attend 7oaks Preschools to be as strong and mighty as the oak tree. Beyond strength, take a path that makes you a better person with kindness and honesty.
During my school days, there were no iPads or laptops. We simply use pencil and paper. All the pencils will have an eraser at the top. It is a sign that we can make mistakes, but we should not give up.
Always believe in yourself even when it is not easy. Be true. Be you.
Our Vision, Missions & Core Values
Vision
Inspiring every child to thrive
Mission
Nurturing Learners
Creating Experiences
Celebrating Successes
Core Values
Collaborative, so your child works well with others
Humility, so your child remains grounded
Integrity, so your child learns honesty
Leadership, so your child can make a difference
Drive, so your child is successful
OUR COMMITMENTS
Statement of Commitment
At 7oaks Preschool, guided by our core values of C.H.I.L.D. – Collaborative, Humility, Integrity, Leadership, and Drive, we pledge to uphold the following commitments:
To Children
We are committed to recognise and nurture each child’s unique abilities and provide a positive and stimulating environment for learning that supports their cultural, linguistic, and familial backgrounds.
To Families
We are committed to a meaningful partnership, sharing and communicating our philosophy, policies, and practices to the families we serve based on mutual trust and respect.
To Colleagues
We are committed to respect and value each other’s contributions, maintain open communication, and resolve issues confidentially and collaboratively.
To the Community
We are committed to cooperate and collaborate with community agencies to ensure that all young children have access to high-quality early care and education programs based on legal and ethical standards.
Our Story
Early Beginnings
In 1983, Taman Asuhan PPIS, now known as 7oaks Preschool, was established as a kindergarten under the ownership and management of PPIS. It started with one class of 30 students and one teacher on 2 January 1983.
Taman Asuhan PPIS was among the first preschools to introduce a play-based approach to early childhood education.
Expansion and Growth
As demand grew, Taman Asuhan PPIS added more kindergarten classes. In 1984, it moved to a larger location at the former Playfair School at No. 2 Burn Road. By 1987, it had 24 kindergarten classes with a total enrolment of 650 children.
From Kindergartens to Child Development Centres
A decade after opening its first kindergarten, PPIS opened its first childcare centre at Blk 557, Pasir Ris St. 51. Named PPIS Child Development Centre, this centre offered full-day childcare for toddlers and preschoolers, catering to families where both parents worked.
By 2010, PPIS had transformed all its kindergartens into childcare centres.
Business Transfer
In December 2021, Oaks Plus Limited (OPL) was established through the acquisition of the PPIS childcare business. OPL has since maintained the operations of the childcare business, ensuring its continuity.
Present Day
Today, there are nine 7oaks Preschool centres and over 800 children enrolled. The centres provide full-day infant and childcare services for children aged 2 months to 6 years old.
7oaks Preschool centres are part of the Partner Operator (POP) scheme by ECDA. This scheme requires partner operators, including us, to keep our fees within prescribed fee caps and achieve quality criteria. These criteria include attaining the Singapore Preschool Accreditation Framework (SPARK) certification and ensuring continuing professional development for our early childhood (EC) professionals.
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Seven 7oaks Preschool centres have received the Singapore Pre-school Accreditation Framework (SPARK) certification, which is a quality assurance framework awarded by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) to assist preschools in Singapore in raising their quality. Our centres have also been accorded the highest tier of licensing tenure (36 months), indicating the high standard of care and services provided.
Our Teams
@ 7oaks Preschool
Our team of teaching and non-teaching staff, who work at 7oaks Preschool, are driven by their passion to make a positive difference. They put the needs of the children above their own.
Our Infant Care and Early Years educarers have attained the WSQ Higher Certificate in Infant Care (WSQ HCIC), and WSQ Advanced Certificate in Early Years (WSQ ACEY).
Whereas, our Preschool educators have received specialised training in child development to be able to create a warm and conducive learning environment to develop children’s social and emotional competencies and nurture their love for learning.
They are diploma holders in Early Childhood Care and Education – Teaching (DECCE-T).
All our Centre Heads hold a diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) and Early Childhood Care and Education-Leadership (DECCE-L) for Centre Head position.
In-house trainings as well as professional development courses are provided to our preschool educators so as to keep them abreast with the latest early childhood initiatives and guidelines.
Our Accreditation
PPIS Child Development Centres (now known as 7oaks Preschool) is an appointed Partner Operator (POP). A POP is selected through an open and competitive process and has to demonstrate good track record in delivering quality preschool services, be financially stable and sustainable in their operations.
All nine 7oaks Preschool centres have received the Singapore Pre-school Accreditation Framework (SPARK) certification. Awarded by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA), the SPARK accreditation is a quality assurance framework to assist preschools in Singapore raise their quality. Our centres also accorded the highest-tier of licensing tenure (36 months) indicating the high standard of care and services provided.
In collaboration with the Health Promotion Board, our centres have diligently maintained high standards in the quality of our meals for our children. We have attained consecutive certifications annually and has been awarded the Healthy Meals in Pre-school Programme (HMPCC) Platinum Tier Award.
ECDA
SPARK
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