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Little Olive Tree
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A Journey of Purpose, Discipline and "One-Buttock Teaching"
To date, three of our Little Olive Tree preschools— Yishun, Ang Mo Kio, and Holland Village —have achieved the SPARK 2.0 Quality Certification . We celebrate this milestone not because it was easy, but because it demanded the very best of us. Getting SPARK is certainly not a walk in the park . It is more like learning the piano—slow, deliberate, sometimes awkward, and often full of scales you don’t feel like practising. It calls for thoughtful planning, clear thinking, purp
SPARK 2.0: A Journey of Excellence
A Milestone Worth Celebrating We are thrilled to share that three of our Little Olive Tree preschools—Yishun, Ang Mo Kio, and Holland Village—have achieved the SPARK 2.0 Quality Certification . This milestone reflects our commitment to providing your child with an environment where learning is purposeful, joyful, and deeply meaningful. What is SPARK 2.0? SPARK stands for Singapore Preschool Accreditation Framework , a national quality assurance framework developed by the Ear
2025 K2 Concert: You Are Value-Able!
Reflections from Little Olive Tree’s 2025 K2 Graduation Concert This year’s K2 Graduation Concert — You Are Value-Able! — celebrated more than just the end of a preschool journey. It was a joyful reminder of what truly gives life meaning: knowing that we are valued and that we can bring value to others. The concert showcased Little Olive Tree’s five core values — Care, Respect, Responsibility, Courage, and Honesty — through a delightful story performed by the K2 class
POP 3.0: A New Chapter
In the competitive landscape of early childhood education in Singapore, where government-backed childcare promises affordability and accessibility, private preschools face an uphill battle for survival. For Little Olive Tree Preschools, the journey has been one of faith, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to nurturing young lives with truth, beauty, and goodness. Our story began in 1974 when our first preschool was established under Presbyterian Community Services to m
Let Your Light Shine, With Us!
Light is a wonderful thing. It does not exist for itself — it shines so that others may see. On 18 October 2025, the Let Your Light Shine Career Fair at Little Olive Tree (Rochor) was just that — a gathering of light. Jointly organised by the Presbyterian Church in Singapore, Singapore Life Church, and Presbyterian Preschool Services, the event brought together close to 30 participants in a warm, faith-filled morning of sharing, laughter, and inspiration. From the openi
Growing & Glowing with Michele Koh
At Little Olive Tree, faith-based early childhood education center, we believe that every educator has the potential to be extraordinary. We're incredibly proud to announce that Michele Koh , one of our outstanding early childhood educators, has been honored with the prestigious ECDA Award for Outstanding (Commendation) Award . This recognition from Singapore's Early Childhood Development Agency celebrates not just Michele's achievements, but the values that define quality
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Daily Dose of Vitamin V(alues)
As a photographer, I often find myself quietly observing life as it unfolds, capturing fleeting expressions, small gestures, and the little stories that tell something much bigger about who we are. Recently, at Little Olive Tree Ghim Moh, I witnessed a moment that struck me deeply. The K2 children were at the playground that day, running about joyfully. Their voices carried far, perhaps louder than usual, as they tried to speak and play above the constant hum of nearby cons
Sep 112 min read
Be Younique Day 2025 – Celebrating Every Child, Every Gift
At Little Olive Tree Preschools, we believe every child is wonderfully made and uniquely gifted. This year’s Be Younique Day was a beautiful reflection of that belief, as four of our centres came together in joyful celebration—each with their own creative take on what it means to be “uniquely you”. 🎾 Ghim Moh Campus – Sports Day The energy was infectious as children arrived in a colourful array of sports attire! From soccer to rollerblading, our little athletes warmed up
Jun 112 min read
Little Olive Tree Visits Hay Dairies Goat Farm: A Fun-Filled Learning Journey for Families! 🐐🥛
At Little Olive Tree, we believe in the joy of hands-on learning, and our visit to Hay Dairies Goat Farm was a wonderful way for children and parents to experience farm life together! A Morning of Exploration Excitement was in the air as our children, along with some parents, arrived for the 9 AM session. The visit kicked off with an engaging introduction to goats and their milk, where everyone learned how goat’s milk differs from cow’s milk and its nutritional benefits. Pare
Mar 32 min read
LOT Ghim Moh celebrates World Book Day!
Loud, whimsical or outrageous outfits were spotted in LOT Ghim Moh last week, as both children and teachers dressed up to mimic their favourite characters, armed with their book of choice in hand. All to celebrate World Book Day! Books truly open up possibilities to boundless imaginative universes, and transport us into magical, faraway places in our minds. And that’s exactly what the children immersed themselves in that day. At the drama station, children put on their bear e
Apr 30, 20241 min read
A chat with Bethanie, Principal of LOT Ghim Moh, who strives to be an approachable and compassionate leader with foresight
In this series of chats with our staff, we get up close and personal. They share about things like their favourite drinks, to their experiences and motivations at work. Hi, could you introduce yourself? I'm Bethanie, Principal of LOT Ghim Moh. How did it feel at first, advancing from a Vice-Principal to the Principal role in 2023? I was nervous and anxious because it was a totally new job scope but I strived to manage the staff and centre well. So I felt quite abit of pr
Feb 27, 20243 min read
Bethanie - a Principal who nurtures her team's strengths and pays attention to their needs
It is so easy for us to fixate on what people are not doing well in or what their areas of their improvement are. Yet, this magnifying glass reminds me to take a closer look at the strengths of my team. Each of them are individuals who, like our children, are capable of learning, growing and glowing too. When we take the time to pay attention to their strengths and encourage them, or help them grow, we empower them to do the same for the children. I am also reminded to pay cl
Dec 8, 20231 min read
Staff and their kids in our Centres: A culture of love and trust
As it is always said, it takes a village to raise a child, and many of us are thankful for the PPS ‘village’ that their children are able to thrive in. Many of our staff have placed their children in PPS Centres and for good reason – because they trust and know that their children will be loved and well taken care of. Here, we really function just like a family who cares for and supports each other in all seasons of life. Let’s hear what some of our staff have to say about w
Dec 1, 20233 min read
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Proud to be part of the ‘rojak’ of Singapore this National Day!
Red and white are the colours of our flag, but the diversity of our backgrounds and cultures can be likened to a kaleidoscope. Bursting forth with vibrancy, a dynamic tapestry – yet harmonious. Everyone who lives in Singapore is part of a one-of-a-kind ‘rojak’ (the Malay word for 'mixed'; also the name of a dish with Malay and Chinese influences), whether you were born and bred here or you moved over from another country! This was exactly what our children in the centres cel
Aug 8, 20233 min read
Celebrating World Book Day @ PPS Ghim Moh Centre!
Being literate enables us to make sense of the world around us, communicate effectively and thus form meaningful connections with the people in our lives. And the gateway to a child’s literacy? Through adventures and experiences that come alive through the telling and retelling of their favourite books. This was Ms Bethanie Wong’s intention for Presbyterian Preschool (Ghim Moh) when she rallied her teachers to commemorate World Book Day (23rd April 2023) in advance with their
Apr 21, 20232 min read
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