A complete guide to school readiness in Singapore

Is my child ready for Primary 1?

Every January, thousands of Singapore families prepare for the biggest transition of early childhood. School readiness isn't just knowing the alphabet — it spans communication, attention, emotional regulation, fine-motor ability and functioning in a busy classroom. Our multidisciplinary team assesses readiness, identifies gaps and puts a plan in place — before the school bell rings.

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What "school readiness" really means

Five key domains

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Hover or tap a domain to see what it means for your child.

Little Learners Group

School-readiness group for K1/K2/P1 children — attention, listening, routines and peer interaction.

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Why group therapy works

Practising real classroom skills

Our school readiness and social skills groups are designed to simulate the classroom in a safe, therapist-guided setting.

Real-world practice — listening in a group, taking turns, sitting together
Peer modelling — learning from other children
Generalisation — skills transfer to the real classroom
Building friendships — genuine connections form
Parental peace of mind — parents feel more confident

How OT & speech support readiness

Occupational therapy works on

Fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, attention and self-regulation, visual-perceptual skills, self-care and independence, and exam-access accommodation reports.

Speech therapy works on

Speech-sound development, receptive and expressive language, narrative skills, phonological awareness, pragmatic (social) language and AAC where needed.

How families work with us

A clear, supportive path

Free Guidance Call

Share your concerns and get clarity on what support would help — no obligation.

Assessment

A child-friendly assessment across speech, language, motor, sensory and social skills.

Personalised Plan

Findings shared in plain language, with a plan created together — individual, group or both.

Therapy & Support

Play-based, strengths-focused sessions, with school liaison and home strategies.

School Transition

Recommendations for accommodations and confidence-building for that first day.

Educational psychology

School readiness assessments

A school readiness assessment gives a detailed, evidence-based picture of your child's development — across cognition, language, attention, social-emotional functioning and self-regulation. It goes deeper than a preschool teacher's observation, with clear, actionable information for your child's school.

Not every child needs a full diagnostic assessment. Our Educational Psychologist also offers focused school-readiness evaluations, consultation and guidance sessions, transition planning, and support for MOE Learning Support and accommodation applications.

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School readiness FAQs

Questions parents ask

My child's preschool said they are "fine". Should I still get an assessment?

Preschool teachers are observant, but they are not trained therapists. A clinical assessment goes deeper, looks at specific developmental benchmarks, and can identify subtle gaps that may not be obvious in a busy classroom. If your gut tells you something isn't right, trust it — an assessment provides clarity either way.

When is the best time to start school-readiness therapy?

Ideally, 6–12 months before your child starts Primary 1. This gives enough time for meaningful progress. However, we see children at any point — even mid-year — and can still make a significant difference. It's never too late to start.

My child has autism or ADHD. How does that affect school readiness?

Many children with ASD, ADHD and other developmental differences start Primary 1 successfully with the right preparation and support. Our team has extensive experience with neurodiverse children and is well-versed in the MOE support application process.

Do you work with international school families?

Absolutely. We support children in both local MOE schools and international schools across Singapore, and tailor recommendations to different curricula.

Questions about your child's school readiness?

Group places fill quickly — reach out early for a free guidance call or submit an enquiry.

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