A Leading Pre-School in Singapore:

House on the Hill Montessori
BALMORAL

About Our School

Nestled in serene Balmoral, House on the Hill Montessori is dedicated to nurturing young minds from infancy (Nido) through preschool. We offer a holistic approach, combining the Montessori method with a focus on health and well-being to prepare children for primary school and help them excel academically. Here, we prioritise hands-on learning and self-directed activities, ensuring our students develop the confidence, curiosity, and resilience needed for lifelong success starting from infancy to preschool.

Infant Care
2-17 months

Playgroup / Pre-Nursery
1.5-3 years

Nursery - Kindergarten
3-6 years

About Our School

Nestled in serene Balmoral, House on the Hill Montessori is dedicated to nurturing young minds from infancy (Nido) through preschool. We offer a holistic approach, combining the Montessori method with a focus on health and well-being to prepare children for primary school and help them excel academically. Here, we prioritise hands-on learning and self-directed activities, ensuring our students develop the confidence, curiosity, and resilience needed for lifelong success starting from infancy to preschool.

Infant Care
2-17 months

Playgroup / Pre-Nursery 1.5-3 years

Nursery - Kindergarten 3-6 years

About Our School

Nestled in serene Balmoral, House on the Hill Montessori is dedicated to nurturing young minds from infancy (Nido) through preschool. We offer a holistic approach, combining the Montessori method with a focus on health and well-being to prepare children for primary school and help them excel academically. Here, we prioritise hands-on learning and self-directed activities, ensuring our students develop the confidence, curiosity, and resilience needed for lifelong success starting from infancy to preschool.

Infant Care
2-17 months

Playgroup / Pre-Nursery 1.5-3 years

Nursery - Kindergarten
3-6 years

Discover our expansive outdoor areas and spacious classrooms where children are free to play, learn, and grow.

Ms Nurul Fitton

Principal of Balmoral Campus

With her vibrant, friendly and nurturing personality, Nurul brings more than 30 years of experience in Singapore’s Early Childhood Education sector and more than a decade as a principal at a Montessori preschool. She joined the House on the Hill Balmoral team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. A passionate and dedicated educator, she has a Bachelor of Science, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and a Diploma from Modern Montessori International. Outside of her professional life, Nurul is an avid freshwater fisherman, specialising in catfish angling. Her enthusiasm for the sport has taken her to various regions across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Ms Hafizah Kamarudin

Deputy Principal of Balmoral Campus

Hafizah has been in the Early Childhood Education sector for more than 15 years and is the Deputy Principal of our Balmoral campus. She has been with House on the Hill Balmoral since the year we opened. She is a dedicated educator who loves interacting with children and is currently assisting the School Principal with overseeing the school.

Proven Montessori Method:

Individually tailored curriculum for your child, which fosters independence and enthusiasm for learning.

Warm and Stimulating Environments:

Helps nurture your child’s curiosity to explore, create and experience.

Immersive Mandarin Program:

We strive to instill a love of the language for each child through engaging and stimulating lessons that will help them achieve a native level of fluency by the time they graduate.

Large Outdoor Playgrounds:

A place where exploration and imagination come alive, providing a nurturing environment for children to learn through play and connect with the natural world.

Infant Care:

Providing a nurturing environment specifically tailored for infants aged 2 to 17 months.

Nutritionally Balanced Meals:

Fresh, healthy and nutritious meals prepared in-house everyday.

Experienced Teachers:

Our passionate and qualified teachers are committed to providing your child with the highest level of education and care.

School Readiness:

We provide a well-rounded curriculum that helps children prepare for their future educational journey.

Strong Parent Community:

We offer a range of resources and events including Montessori workshops, family events, parent support groups and strategies and activities to bring the Montessori philosophy into your home.

Hear From Our Parents!

House on the Hill Montessori emphasises a child-centric approach that supports independence and freedom within limits. Unlike traditional preschools that may follow a more structured, adult-led curriculum, Montessori education encourages children to choose their activities and learn through hands-on experience at their own pace, fostering a sense of responsibility and critical thinking, We instil strong language and mathematical skills to prepare your child for their next step in local or international schools.

Children are born ready to learn. At House on the Hill, we help educate and care for children from infants to pre-schoolers.

Here are the programme’s we offer:
Nido: 2-17 months (Balmoral Campus Only)
Playgroup and Pre-Nursery: 1.5 – 3 years 
Nursery to Kindergarten Mixed-Age Grouping: 3 – 6 years

House on the Hill follows the Montessori curriculum and is tailored to ensure children are well-rounded and have a solid foundation in all subjects necessary for academic and life success. It is centered on a hands-on experiential learning approach and is designed to cater to your child’s holistic development.

The curriculum includes Practical Life, Language Sensorial, Phonics, Mathematics, Culture and Geography, creative expression, and social awareness to nurture independent learning and critical thinking skills.

We also have a Mandarin program aimed at building a solid foundation for students to listen to, speak, read, and write in Mandarin.

House on the Hill Montessori maintains a low teacher-to-child ratio, allowing personalised attention and guidance. This setup is especially beneficial for our mixed-aged classes, a unique feature among House on the Hill Montessori schools that encourages peer learning among different age groups.

Mandarin is a vital part of the House on the Hill curriculum alongside English, which enhances language acquisition from an early age. We strive to instil a love of the language for each child through engaging and stimulating lessons that will help them achieve a native level of fluency by the time they graduate. Through an immersive and joyful learning experience, your child will be able to listen, read, write, and speak in Mandarin, ensuring they are prepared for primary school.

We also offer an optional Japanese program, which is available once a week at our Balmoral and Mount Sophia schools.

One of the premium offerings of House on the Hill is our bespoke menu plan. From the daily menu of delicious and nutritious food to healthy eating for life-long habits and emotional understanding, our children’s well-being is always prioritised. Developed by a renowed nutritionist, our menu is freshly cooked and nutritionally balanced. with strictly no added sugar or salt. We are teaching children to choose and appreciate healthy food in the future. It goes beyond eating, children also learn about etiquette and social interactions through food. 

House on the Hill Montessori offers well-equipped facilities designed to enhance the Montessori learning experience. These includes spacious, light-filled classrooms that encourage learning through exploration and movement. Each classroom is outfitted with Montessori materials that are accessible to children, promoting independence as they choose their activities. Outdoor areas allow children to engage with nature and play safely, further supporting their physical development and environmental awareness. Visit our website to check the specific features of each of our House on the Hill Montessori locations. 

Read what makes the Montessori method unique and how it lays the foundation for your child’s future learning.

Read what makes the Montessori method unique and how it lays the foundation for your child’s future learning.