Missed the ECEE Early-Education Expo? No Problem! Top 10 Most-Inquired Preschools at the Exhibition in Johor Bahru (with School Highlights)

As HiParents was invited as a Media Partner at the ECEE 2025 Early-Education Expo in Johor Bahru, we visited the event on-site, observed expo-trend cues, and combined parent inquiry data to select the 10 preschools that attracted the highest interest. Even if you couldn’t attend the expo, this guide allows you to quickly identify these high-interest institutions.

Note: The schools listed below all appeared at or were listed in the ECEE 2025 exhibition materials. Please verify final fees, admission details and availability with each preschool directly.

Featured Preschools (in no particular order)

1. Joyous Preschool – Johor Bahru (Taman Ponderosa)

   Address: Taman Ponderosa, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

   Highlights: Trilingual instruction (Malay/English/Chinese) + thematic skill-based curriculum + strong parent-school communication platform.

   Ideal for families who: want their child to start early in a multilingual, interactive environment with strong parent-school connection.
    

2. MindChamps PreSchool @ Adda Heights – Johor Bahru

   Address: 236, 238 & 240 Jalan Adda 7, Taman Adda Heights, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

   Highlights: Uses the renowned S.M.I.L.E.S™ pedagogy, emphasizes structured curriculum and language integration.

   Ideal for families who: value an international curriculum, English-rich environment, and strong primary-school preparation.
    

3. Ten Toes Academy – Johor Bahru

   Address: Multiple campuses in Johor Bahru region (please refer to the official website for the nearest location).

   Highlights: “5E Edutainment” model (Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate, Enhance), focused on creativity & thinking skills.

   Ideal for families who: want their child to learn in a fun, creative-driven environment with emphasis on thinking skills.
    

4. RSQ Kids Academy Islamic Montessori – Johor Bahru

   Address: No. 63, Jalan Padi Mahsuri 7, Bandar Baru Uda, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor.

   Highlights: Blends Islamic values + Montessori pedagogy + bilingual classes + parent-school app tracking.

   Ideal for families who: want their child to grow in an environment combining faith, character building, and strong language development.
    

5. AZ Preschool (Tadika A-Z) – Johor Bahru (Taman Molek campus)

   Address: No. B1-01-06,07,08 Pangsapuri Molek Pulai, Jalan Persiaran Molek, Taman Molek, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

   Highlights: Trilingual instruction (English/Malay/Chinese) + blends S.T.E.A.M with Montessori methods, over 30 years in the field.

   Ideal for families who: want their child to build strong multilingual foundations, holistic development and social awareness from early years.
    

6. Wynkids Preschool – Johor Bahru (Austin / Sutera campus)

   Address: Example: 41-01, Jalan Austin Heights 8/3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

   Highlights: Award-winning preschool brand + international curriculum + life-skills + inquiry-based learning.

   Ideal for families who: want their child to develop language, thinking and social capability in a structured, international setting.
    

7. Smart Reader Kids – Johor Bahru (Taman Suria campus)

   Address: No. 18A, Jalan Suria 19, Taman Suria, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

   Highlights: Well-known chain brand + bilingual provision + structured curriculum + strong brand reputation.

   Ideal for families who: value brand backing, structured reading-and-language programs and clear curriculum progression.
    

8. Thinkertots Learning Playgroup – Johor Bahru

   Address: (Please check the website for current campus details.)

   Highlights: Designed specifically for early learners with a play-based, inquiry-inspired Learning Playgroup model.

   Ideal for families who: want their child to engage in inquiry & play-based learning from an early age.
    

9. R.E.A.L Schools – Johor Bahru

   Address: (Please check the website for current campus details.)

   Highlights: Brand that covers preschool through primary school, offering a “start early – grow together” education pathway.

   Ideal for families who: plan a continuous K-12 education path and want the child to stay within one educational network.
    

10. Wee Lions Academy – Johor Bahru

    Address: 97-01, Jalan Mutiara Emas 2A, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

    Highlights: Inquiry-based learning programme for children aged 4-10, global education experience with strong emphasis on critical thinking and story-book driven pedagogy.

    Ideal for families who: want their child to engage in curiosity-led, global-minded early-education in Johor Bahru.
     

Parent Guide: FAQ & Tips

Q1: Do all these preschools publish their 2025 fees?
A: Not all of them list full 2025 fee schedules publicly. We recommend scheduling a visit or direct inquiry with the preschool to get the latest fees, what’s included (books, activities, uniform) and any hidden costs.

Q2: I missed the expo—are there still deals or information I can access?
A: Absolutely. As Media Partner of ECEE 2025, HiParents has access to expo-related institutional information. Many schools continue to offer enrolment incentives and open-house opportunities post-expo. Check the HiParents platform, each preschool’s website and social channels.

Q3: How can I use HiParents to filter and select?
A: On HiParents.com.my you can filter by region (e.g., Johor Bahru, Mount Austin, Taman Molek), view up-to-date preschool listings and parent reviews, and use the “Contact via WhatsApp” link to initiate enquiries directly.

Conclusion

Even if you missed the ECEE 2025 Early-Education Expo in Johor Bahru, you can still take advantage of this curated list of 10 high-interest preschools and their key highlights—thanks to HiParents. Next steps:

1. Select 2-3 schools from the list that interest you and arrange a campus visit or online briefing.
2. Collect details: 2025 fee schedule, enrolment slots, teacher-child ratio, language options.
3. Visit the campus with your child: observe classroom interaction, teacher engagement, safety & security, parent-school communication design.

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