A Proven Track Record

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For more than three decades, ChildFirst has consistently anticipated educational change.

Along the way, our work has also been recognised by parents, educators and the media.

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CNNCNN's Tomorrow Transformed

CNN International's "Tomorrow Transformed"

What will your child's future world be like? Innovations and changes are happening every day and at an ever-increasing pace. We live in a digital world today where AI is part and parcel of everyday life. AI isn't going anywhere. It improves our daily lives and will create more jobs than it eliminates. Your child will need to be native speakers of AI and use it to problem-solve and break through human limitations. Watch CNN International's "Tomorrow Transformed" to hear what the experts have to say about AI in the future. ChildFirst's forward-thinking AI curriculum and how it prepares children for their future is featured within (starts at 2:58 mark).

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CNACNA's Becoming Human

Featured in Channel News Asia's "Becoming Human" Series

ChildFirst is the only pre-school featured in Channel News Asia's "Becoming Human Ep 4: Real Power" for our Coding programme. Preview the 3-minute segment (starts at 43:57)!

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The Straits TimesThe Straits Times — "Kids imagine the future, with a little help from AI"

Kids imagine the future — with a little help from AI

ChildFirst children were featured in The Straits Times article on how Singapore will look like in the future. The children tapped on their creativity and new artificial intelligence tools to turn their vision of the future into works of art! Such projects involving generative AI are in line with our parent company Ednovation's vision to innovate education to future-proof children.

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CNACNA — "Number of preschoolers in Singapore learning with AI programmes jumps 75%"

Number of preschoolers in Singapore learning with AI programmes jumps 75%

ChildFirst Pre-school was featured in a CNA news report highlighting the growing use of AI in early education. In the segment, our founder Dr Richard Yen shared how AI can be appropriately introduced in pre-schools to enhance learning and creativity while maintaining a balanced approach.

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The Straits TimesThe Straits Times — "AI is not the future of work; it's already here and helping people work smarter"

"Not the future of work — AI is already here"

As a company, we wholeheartedly adopt AI for both work and education. The Straits Times sat down with Cheryl Francisco, our Curriculum Development Director, to discuss her experience integrating AI for more streamlined and effective work processes.

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CNACNA Money Mind Podcast — "Should Your Pre-schooler Use AI to Learn?"

CNA Money Mind Podcast: "Should Your Pre-schooler Use AI to Learn?"

Our founder, Dr Richard Yen, went on air to share with the listeners of CNA938 why preschoolers should use AI to learn, and how ChildFirst Pre-school future-proofs children.

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The Straits TimesThe Straits Times — "Schoolkids get to grips with AI"

"Schoolkids get to grips with AI"

Our parent company Ednovation launched the world's first generative AI for children. The Straits Times' video report, "Schoolkids get to grips with AI," features ChildFirst Pre-school children who engaged in pilot projects incorporating generative AI in meaningful, age-appropriate ways — learning to use it to augment their creativity wisely and responsibly.

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CNACNA — "Climate Change: The Wicked Problem"

Featured in CNA's "Climate Change: The Wicked Problem"

What do ChildFirst Pre-school children have to say about climate change? Hear their views on Channel News Asia's "Climate Change: A Wicked Problem."

The Straits TimesThe Straits Times — Interview with our Founder, 20 May 2015

Interview with our Founder in The Straits Times

"There is something different about the children in your pre-school — their eyes are 'alive'," a visiting Chinese education ministry official remarked. Read the interview with our ChildFirst Founder in The Straits Times, 20 May 2015.

Vulcan PostVulcan Post — "AI in Kindergarten?"

Featured in Vulcan Post: "AI in Kindergarten?"

Vulcan Post interviewed our founder, Dr Richard Yen, on how Ednovation "future-proofs" the next generation with AI teaching programs.

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Channel 8Channel 8's "Hello Singapore"

Featured in Channel 8's "Hello Singapore"

ChildFirst's Tri-Intelligence curriculum was featured on Mediacorp Channel 8's "Hello Singapore." Catch our K2 children coding in action (segment starts at 0:44)!

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Channel 8Channel 8's "Curious City"

Featured in Channel 8's "Curious City"

ChildFirst Pre-school was discovered by the hosts of Channel 8's "Curious City"! Watch how our children wowed them with what they can do (feature starts at the 28-minute mark).

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Awards

BabyMent — Top Preschool in Singapore 2026BabyMent — Top Preschool in Singapore, 2026
Parents World — Best Preschool Award 2026, 7-Time WinnerParents World — Best Preschool Award, 7-Time Winner
The New Age Parents — Education Awards 2023, Editor's ChoiceThe New Age Parents — Education Awards 2023, Editor's Choice
SPARK — Singapore Pre-school Accreditation FrameworkSPARK-Certified Pre-school
Health Promotion Board — Healthy Pre-SchoolHealthy Pre-school Accreditation

National Robotics Competition

Our young coders have achieved the prestigious title of Overall Champion for three consecutive years (2023, 2024 & 2025), since the inception of the Pre-school ARTec category at the National Robotics Competition (NRC) organised by the Science Centre — sweeping the majority of awards for presentation, teamwork and robot performance along the way.

National Robotics Competition
ChildFirst children celebrating their National Robotics Competition win in 2023
NRC Overall Champion, 2023
ChildFirst children celebrating their National Robotics Competition win in 2024
NRC Overall Champion, 2024
ChildFirst children celebrating their National Robotics Competition win in 2025
NRC Overall Champion, 2025

Google Reviews

Google Verified Reviews — five stars

Childfirst is a true blue educational institution focused on developing well rounded students rather than pure marketing and branding which unfortunately certain preschools are susceptible to, from a business perspective.

Esther Chew,

The Chinese curriculum in particular is excellent and he finds primary school Chinese a breeze.

Deborah Chen,

The tri-language program is phenomenal. The AI-driven Chinese app is cutting-edge, identifying areas for improvement and reinforcing learning through repeated practice. It's well-preparing my son for primary school. Beyond academics, ChildFirst places great emphasis on character building. My son has grown emotionally resilient and can manage his emotions much better now. The teachers are patient, caring, and truly invested in the children's growth.

Olivia Leu,

The robotics and coding sparked a genuine interest in her, and the opportunities to participate National and International Robotics Competitions were truly unforgettable. … clinch the National Championship this year.

Yiwen Hui Jun,

Her confidence and curiosity have grown tremendously. She has built wonderful friendships, learned to work in teams, and developed a genuine love for problem-solving.

Shuxian Ho,

As my son progressed, I noticed him developing good habits such as caring for his classmates, disposing of his own trash, and putting away his toys — traits that are reflected in how he treats his younger sister, who is now in PN.

Bingzhen Chua,