Bounce seamlessly from Toddler Group to Kindergarten
By Katie Terry, Owner & Rohini Ramadas, Principal, Rain Trees International Kindergarten & Preschool.
Do you know how key the right toddler group is for your little one’s development in Singapore? Surely it’s just a couple of hours of fun with kids tearing around while adults grab a coffee desperate for some grown-up company?
Yes… and no.
A toddler group is one of a child’s first learning environments outside of the home, and a parent can make their whole family’s next few years much easier with some thoughtful research.
Whether you’re an expat settling into life in Singapore or a local parent seeking a premium early-years experience, you’re likely researching toddler sessions with outdoor facilities, awesome reviews and great coffee! But with a child under two years old, are you asking…:
“What gives my toddler the best head start before preschool?”
“How do I make the transition to kindergarten easier for my child and for me?”
“Do children benefit from structured settings before the age of two?
At Rain Trees International Kindergarten in Holland Village, our Adult & Toddler Group is built with these deeper questions in mind.
So no, it’s not just a play session. It is a gentle introduction to the Rain Trees approach in this magical and often challenging window of time. The group gives your child early familiarity with the people, environment, and rhythms that will guide them later. It offers a comforting bridge between toddlerhood and formal kindergarten, with fun, routine, and social skills at its heart but with a known adult alongside.
Where Early Learning and Gentle Transition Come Together
The school’s owner Katie Terry and Principal Rohini Ramadas have purposely set out for the toddler group to follow the same play-based, inquiry-led philosophy that shapes Rain Trees kindergarten. With over 60 years of combined experience in early-years education, they both believe young children thrive through curiosity, meaningful play, and predictable routines at a very young age.
By weaving elements of their kindergarten programme into the toddler group, a child becomes comfortable with how learning unfolds at Rain Trees. Little ones build early friendships. They experience routines and expectations similar to those they will meet later. They enjoy generous outdoor time in our 35,000 square foot garden. They learn within a warm, child-centred environment that encourages independence, social skills and confidence.
By the time the toddler group-graduates move into kindergarten, the space feels familiar and reassuring. It becomes a natural progression rather than a sudden leap, reducing the uncertainty that often comes with school transitions. Many children already recognise their teachers and peers, which helps them settle quickly and happily
A Parent and Helper Community to lean on
Connection matters for both expat and local families, especially in an area like Holland Village where community life is strong but extended family can be overseas. Because this is an Adult and Toddler Group, you or your child’s caregiver become part of the Rain Trees community from the very beginning. You meet other parents and helpers with children of a similar age. You have the chance to observe your child in a supportive group environment. You begin the kindergarten journey together, strengthening relationships that continue well beyond the toddler years.
Ready to Explore the Rain Trees Toddler Group?
If you are looking for a toddler group near Holland Village that blends play, nature, early learning, and a smooth transition into a trusted international kindergarten, Rain Trees would love to welcome you. Contact us to join a session and experience our Rain Trees family for yourself.
A Parent and Helper Community to lean on
Connection matters for both expat and local families, especially in an area like Holland Village where community life is strong but extended family can be overseas. Because this is an Adult and Toddler Group, you or your child’s caregiver become part of the Rain Trees community from the very beginning. You meet other parents and helpers with children of a similar age. You have the chance to observe your child in a supportive group environment. You begin the kindergarten journey together, strengthening relationships that continue well beyond the toddler years.
Ready to Explore the Rain Trees Toddler Group?
If you are looking for a toddler group near Holland Village that blends play, nature, early learning, and a smooth transition into a trusted international kindergarten, Rain Trees would love to welcome you. Contact us to join a session and experience our Rain Trees family for yourself.
Rain Trees International Kindergarten & Preschool is based at Holland Village in Singapore and was established in 1999 and attracts internationally minded parents working and living in Singapore.