Top 6 Preschools and After-School Care Options in Shah Alam
Compare trilingual whole-brain, Montessori, Australian play-based, inquiry-led and leadership-focused programmes in Elmina East, Setia Alam and Kota Kemuning for children aged 1 to 12.
Quick Comparison of 6 Shah Alam Education Options
Compare the area, accepted age, curriculum direction, care hours and complete fee structure before arranging a school tour.
MRC Kids Elmina
Located in Elmina East, MRC Kids Elmina combines trilingual learning with whole-brain education, multiple intelligences, early academics and character development.
- English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia
- Whole-brain and multiple-intelligence learning
- Language, mathematics, music, drama and creative activities
- Character development and school-readiness preparation
- Half-day and full-day programme options
Age: 3–6 years
Programme hours:
Half day: approximately 7:30 AM–12:30 PM
Full day: approximately 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
Address:
37-1, Jalan Eserina AA U16/AA, Seksyen U16, Elmina East, 40160 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 013-321 5058 / 012-398 3438
Fee guide: Request separate quotations for half-day, full-day, meals, materials, uniforms and enrichment activities.
MRC JSP Temu Elmina
MRC JSP Temu Elmina provides structured after-school care, homework supervision, tuition, examination revision and character development for primary school pupils.
- Daily homework supervision and tuition support
- SMM™ mind mapping and multiple-intelligence learning
- Programme aligned with the KSSR national curriculum
- Examination preparation and subject revision
- Meals, childcare and transport options
Age: 7–12 years
Service: Primary tuition, homework guidance and after-school care
Address:
35-1, Jalan Eserina AA U16/AA, Seksyen U16, Elmina East, 40160 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 012-377 1913
Please note: MRC JSP is an after-school tuition and care programme for primary pupils. It is not a preschool or kindergarten.
Fee guide: Confirm tuition subjects, transport, lunch, school-holiday care and extended pick-up charges separately.
Tadika Montessori Pintar Setia Alam
Tadika Montessori Pintar combines Montessori education with Malaysia’s KSPK preschool curriculum and a trilingual English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia foundation.
- Montessori practical life and sensorial materials
- English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia
- Child-paced and self-directed learning
- Language, mathematics and cognitive development
- Primary-school readiness and character education
Age: 3–6 years
Address:
3, Jalan Setia Duta U13/21, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 012-212 9332
Fee guide: Ask for the latest registration, tuition, Montessori materials, meals and extended-care fee breakdown.
Brightland Kindergarten Setia Alam
Brightland uses a child-centred, play-based approach inspired by Australian early childhood education while maintaining a trilingual foundation for Malaysian children.
- Australian-inspired play-based learning
- English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin foundation
- Learning guided by each child’s developmental readiness
- Outdoor play, exploration and meaningful conversation
- Creativity, emotional development and problem-solving
Age: 3–6 years
Address:
57, Jalan Setia Impian U13/8H, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 019-269 6468
Fee guide: Confirm whether the quotation includes materials, meals, full-day care, enrichment and school activities.
The Oak Tree Children’s House Kota Kemuning
The Oak Tree combines Montessori-inspired hands-on learning with thematic inquiry, STEAM, nature exploration and real-life experiences.
- Montessori-inspired hands-on learning
- Inquiry-based and thematic exploration
- STEAM and nature education
- Practical life, sensory and character development
- No traditional examinations or regular homework
- Extended care available until approximately 6:30 PM
Age: Approximately 30 months–6 years
Address:
1, Jalan Anggerik Tainia 31/120, Kota Kemuning, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 019-380 8906
Fee guide: Request details for preschool tuition, extended care, meals, enrichment classes and annual materials.
Dragonfly The Leaders Preschool Setia Alam
Dragonfly provides toddler care and kindergarten programmes through a trilingual, leadership-based early education system. The Setia Alam campus is part of Dragonfly’s wider network of preschool locations.
- Toddler care for approximately 12–36 months
- Preschool and kindergarten for ages 3–6
- English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia exposure
- Leadership habits and character development
- Communication, teamwork and confidence-building activities
- Part of a preschool network with multiple locations
Age: 1–6 years
Address:
45, Jalan Setia Perdana BE U13/BE, Seria 88, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor
Contact: 012-812 8249
Fee guide: Request separate quotations for toddler care, half-day kindergarten, full-day care, meals and enrichment.
How Do These Shah Alam Programmes Differ?
Each programme supports different skills. Parents can use this comparison to identify the learning direction that may suit their child and family expectations.
How Should Parents Compare Preschool Fees?
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