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This year, Little Olive Tree joined 15 English Presbyterian churches at the Good Friday service at Suntec Convention Centre, where nearly 4,000 people gathered to remember the love of God shown through Jesus Christ.  And somewhere in that sea of worshippers, prayers, and families, the children stood out, welcomed into the life of the church, right in the middle of it.  That is significant because being part of the larger Presbyterian community means our children are not gr

On 28 March 2026, Little Olive Tree Thomson was dedicated in a service held alongside an Open House for parents and church members. It marked not just the launch of a preschool, but the beginning of a shared commitment to nurture children and lead them to Christ.     A Journey Marked by God’s Leading The journey began with a simple meeting in May 2023, without a clear plan of what would come next. Yet, step by step, God led the way.   This is often how He works. Not in strai

In March 2026, educators from across Little Olive Tree (LOT) gathered as one family for our first Staff Learning Day of the year. More than just a professional development session, the day was a meaningful time of reflection, connection, and shared purpose.   The focus of this year’s learning day was Inclusion through Universal Design for Learning (UDL) . At LOT, we believe that UDL is not simply a strategy or framework to apply, but a mindset to embody — not something we do

At Little Olive Tree , the safety and well-being of every child entrusted to us is a responsibility we take seriously. At the same time, we believe that even safety practices can become meaningful learning experiences when approached with care and intention. Recently, our centre at Foochow Methodist Church conducted a lockdown drill as part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that both children and educators are prepared to respond calmly and safely in unexpected situations. Re

This is a story about how a mother’s love and persistence, and how Little Olive’s Tree’s Educational Support Programme, helped Mattias’ find his voice.   On a weekday morning at Bukit Batok, the classroom runs on familiar preschool rhythms: sounds from children and their boisterous energy, phonics drills, songs, movement… At first glance, this is just another Little Olive Tree childcare centre but if you looked closely, you’ll notice the use of an iPad.   This might sound ala

At Little Olive Tree Ghim Moh , meaningful learning often happens when children are able to connect ideas with real experiences. Recently, our children had the opportunity to take part in a special service-learning workshop conducted by students from the Nanyang Business School Tax Advisory Club  from Nanyang Technological University. The workshop was designed to introduce children to two important ideas — environmental awareness and early food literacy. Through simple conver

Before embarking on their Learning Journey, our K1 and K2 children at Little Olive Tree Rochor were introduced to the topic of animal habitats. Through a thoughtfully curated video, they observed different environments and discussed how each habitat supports different kinds of animals. They discovered that every living thing has a place where it belongs. Stella thoughtfully shared, “Grass is important for animals… without grass, they will die.” In that simple observation,

In celebration of 元宵节 , Little Olive Tree Tampines organized a meaningful intergenerational outreach programme in collaboration with Lion Befrienders. The session was designed to honour tradition, encourage interaction, and foster genuine bonding between children and seniors through shared cultural experiences. The afternoon began with a lively Chinese New Year performance by our K2 children, filling the room with festive cheer and bright smiles. Their confident voices and

On 28 February, the stage at ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sports Centre came alive with energy, colour and big smiles as our children from Little Olive Tree Pasir Ris 21 (K2) and Little Olive Tree Pasir Ris 51 (K1 & K2) delivered a heartwarming Chinese New Year performance. 🌸🥁 With confident steps, cheerful voices and festive spirit, our little performers lit up the stage and warmed the hearts of everyone in the audience. Watching them shine so brightly was truly a proud and joyf

Children from Little Olive Tree (Bethesda Depot Walk) recently embarked on a meaningful learning journey to Gardens by the Bay, exploring the “Let’s Celebrate Spring” exhibition at the Flower Dome. Surrounded by vibrant blooms, the children discovered the flowers commonly associated with Chinese New Year and the special meanings they carry. Through guided conversations and careful observation, they also reflected on how to care for plants and deepening their appreciation for

Chinese New Year at TCK has never been a “sit down and watch” kind of event. It’s a tradition we’ve kept for years—parents showing up, grandparents coming along, families gathering close. Not just for the photos, but for the shared experience. The kind that feels familiar the moment you step in: the buzz, the red, the little ones peeking out from behind teachers, the older children trying to look calm when you can tell their hearts are thumping with excitement. And that’s the

“Teacher, look! So many lanterns!” Jia Le exclaimed, eyes wide as he pointed up at the rows of bright red and gold. Everywhere they looked, there was something to discover—vibrant decorations, colourful lanterns, and festive food displays that brought the season to life. The atmosphere felt lively and joyful, like the whole street was celebrating together. Even though Chinatown was bustling with people, our children from Little Olive Tree (Yishun) stayed calm and comfortable.

At Little Olive Tree (Fajar), our children have been busy preparing for Chinese New Year in the sweetest way—by making handmade cards. There’s something quietly powerful about watching little hands work: choosing colours, drawing carefully, sticking on tiny details, and writing simple greetings. To an adult, it might look like an art activity. To a child, it’s a chance to practise thoughtfulness— I’m making something for someone else. When the cards were ready, our children b

Two simple questions guided our team at Little Olive Tree (Marsiling) as we planned our Chinese New Year celebration: ·      Who do we want to celebrate with? ·      How do we want to celebrate? When we looked around our neighbourhood, the answer was right there—an elderly home just across the street. Every Chinese New Year, children bring a special kind of joy. The singing, the dancing, the unabashed confidence. People, especially the elders, light up when little ones take t

In a mature estate like Fajar where fewer babies are born each year, it’s only a matter of time before private preschools face a natural decline. LOT Fajar was heading down that path. Operating costs kept rising, but enrolment stayed stubbornly flat. And if we wanted to remain competitive for families, raising fees further wasn’t a realistic option. We did what we could to communicate the value of what we offered, but in a crowded landscape, it was tough. As an Early Years ce

At Little Olive Tree Ghim Moh , meaningful learning often happens beyond classroom walls. It happens in real places, with real people, and real experiences.   This Chinese New Year season, our Pre-Nursery and Playgroup children, together with their parents and teachers, took a walk through the Ghim Moh wet market. An everyday space used by the young and old became a rich learning environment filled with colour, sounds, and stories waiting to be discovered.   As teachers guid

At Little Olive Tree, we believe that young children learn best through wonder, discovery, and meaningful experiences . Today, our Nursery children from Little Olive Tree P51 went on a garden visit that turned simple fruits into powerful learning moments. As they explored the garden, the children used their senses to see, touch, and smell  calamansi and lime, learning to tell the difference between the two. They also observed ripe and unripe bananas, noticing how colour revea

I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt appreciation to the team at Little Olive Tree Ang Mo Kio for their dedication, professionalism, and genuine care in nurturing my child, Kayden. My sincere thanks to all the teachers, especially Teacher Jen, Su Lao Shi, Shen Lao Shi, Teacher Ben, and Ms Yin Shuang, for their patience, guidance, and consistent support throughout Kayden’s learning journey. Their kindness and commitment have made a meaningful and pos

We hear this often and on the surface, it sounds reasonable. After all, infants cannot talk, read, or follow instructions. Their days seem simple and repetitive. So why would they need a curriculum? At Little Olive Tree , we believe this assumption overlooks something essential: babies are learning all the time . From birth, infants are actively making sense of the world through their bodies, senses, and most importantly, their relationships with the adults who care for them.

At the start of January 2026, Little Olive Tree (Thomson) opened its doors for the very first time. As our newest centre, LOT Thomson brings the Little Olive Tree family to 18 centres islandwide —a milestone we hold with gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility. This was the beginning of a shared journey, one that we are honored to walk with every child and every family who steps through our doors. We believe that every child is a precious and unique masterpiece, lovingly