10/02/2026
Today , we visited AWWA’s Kindle Garden, Singapore’s first inclusive preschool, accompanied by our District Chairman, Rati Asrani. The visit aimed to observe the centre’s inclusive pedagogy and facilities, learn about evidence‑based practices, and strengthen our club’s partnership with organisations addressing unmet community needs. During the visit we presented a donation of S$1,500 to support Kindle Garden’s programmes.
Our observations on our previous visits highlighted several strengths. The curriculum is seamlessly integrated into daily routines and play, promoting natural language acquisition alongside cognitive growth. Educators demonstrated warm, responsive interactions and encouraged independence, curiosity, and problem solving. Purposeful facilities—including sensory corners, visual supports, and accessible play equipment—reflect a clear commitment to creating welcoming environments for children with diverse needs. Staff emphasised social‑emotional learning alongside academic readiness, preparing children holistically for the transition to primary school.
The presence of our DC reinforced IWCSC’s commitment to supporting such initiatives. Kindle Garden exemplifies an organisation providing vital early intervention and inclusive education to vulnerable families. Our donation is intended to bolster programme resources and accessibility enhancements while signalling ongoing partnership.
This was a very fulfilling project for our club. Seeing the tangible impact of inclusive practice and meeting dedicated educators strengthened our resolve to continue identifying and supporting organisations slipping through the cracks through volunteerism, advocacy, and sustained collaboration
