Sunshower Educare, Happy Garden, Sri Petaling

Finding the right preschool is a big decision for parents. After all, this is where your child will be spending much of their day, and you want their preschool to feel like a second home. 

Sunshower Educare, Happy Garden is exactly that—a warm, nurturing space where children are treated like family and respected as individuals. Tucked in the leafy neighbourhood of Happy Garden in KL, this Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool for children aged 2 to 6 offers a homely, cosy environment and excellent facilities, paired with a top-notch educational approach. 

A home away from home 

A child’s environment plays a big role in how they learn and grow, and it shows in the school’s carefully planned facilities. The preschool is spread out over 10,000 square feet, with plenty of rooms for children to play and explore. 

The outdoor field and garden are where they can do gardening, water play, messy play, and participate in sports to enhance their physical development.  As you step inside, a cosy reception area welcomes visitors and also adds an additional layer of security before you enter the classrooms. 

Speaking of classrooms, each one is filled with carefully curated learning materials and interactive displays. There are dedicated rooms too, such as a multipurpose hall, a multimedia room, a dance studio, a music room, a make-believe station, as well as a library. 

Parents can also feel at ease that their children are in good hands while at the school, with stringent safety and measures including 24/7 CCTV surveillance, an advanced water filtration system, a UV air purification system, nano technology paint coating, and regular sanisation.

A curriculum made for young minds

At Sunshower Educare, learning is always fun and engaging. Its pedagogy focuses on six core areas: physical, social-emotional, language, creativity, early math, and sensory development. 

But what does this mean for the child? Children do not just sit down at the table while the teacher reads off a whiteboard. Instead, there are plenty of hands-on activities, whether they’re building a ‘robot’ out of recycled materials, using items gathered from the garden to build a ‘birdnest’, or storytelling through puppet shows. A typical week is packed with activities and learning, whether it’s subject-based lessons, music and movement, drama, baking, or arts and crafts.

One of the school’s highlights is its strong bilingual programme that gives kids solid foundations in both English and Mandarin. The school also uses the Cambridge English syllabus integrated with the National Preschool Standard Curriculum (KSPK). This ensures children are also prepared academically for primary school, especially for SJKC. 

The experiential learning extends to enrichment classes, with fun activities such as Mandarin language classes, Mandarin poetry classes, drama, Taekwondo, ballet, arts & crafts, and piano lessons, all taught by specialists. 

Teachers who truly care

“We invest in our teachers, because ultimately, it helps not just them but also improves the quality of education that we’re able to provide to our children,” says Sunshower Educare CEO, Mr. Steven Lim. 

Teachers here are experts in their fields, including several who have Masters in either Education or Language. However, being an educator goes beyond paper qualifications. What the school looks for are passionate people who care about the child’s wellbeing and development.

A close-knit community

The saying ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ is something that Sunshower Educare keeps close to heart. Being a neighbourhood preschool, there is a strong sense of community – whether with residents in the surrounding neighbourhood, or with parents, who are regularly involved in their child’s learning journey. 

Regular updates about the child’s progress come in the form of chats during pick-up times, parent-teacher meetings, and even a handy app that shares daily highlights such as their nap and meal times. 

Beyond the classroom, the school organises events like Chinese New Year celebrations and sports days, creating wonderful memories for all involved. Principal Ms. Poh Sin shares on a fashion-themed event that the children loved. “We had a parent who was a fashion retailer, and she generously spared time to help us put together a fashion show. One group of children curated the costumes, while the other became ‘runway models’ for the show!” she recalls. “It’s an opportunity for them to learn in creative ways, and not just by the book.” 

Nourishing meals

If you’re a parent who worries about what your child eats at school, Sunshower Educare has you covered. Their in-house meals are freshly prepared daily with a focus on nutritious, balanced options that are specially curated by a nutritionist. Wholesome dishes like brown rice, vegetables, and hearty soups fuel the child’s development and keeps them going through their busy days of learning and play. 

Why parents love Sunshower Educare 

For families in Happy Garden and its surrounding areas, Sunshower Educare is more than just a school—it’s a trusted partner in your child’s early years, where every child feels loved and supported by a community that values their individuality. As a parent, you’ll feel rest assured knowing your child is in the best hands, receiving both top-quality education and the kind of care that feels like family.