The Pre-School History
In 1953, six Franciscan missionaries of Mary Sisters who were expelled from China, arrived in Singapore.
Singapore had always been a popular stop-over en route to China or Japan, but this time it was to be home for us.
We made this home our base. We later discovered that there was a need for a nursery and kindergarten for the people living around the area, hence the birth of Maris Stella Kindergarten.
Our first class began on 15 January 1954 with 30 children from 26 different nationalities.
Over the years, the number of students expanded to over 600. In 1984, due to pressing demands,
afternoon classes were held to cater to the long waiting list.
One never stops.
Our kindergarten will exist as long as there is a purpose for it. We wish to continue to serve our children
and give them our very best - an environment which is homely and conducive for their physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual growth and most importantly, where love prevails.
Singapore had always been a popular stop-over en route to China or Japan, but this time it was to be home for us.
We made this home our base. We later discovered that there was a need for a nursery and kindergarten for the people living around the area, hence the birth of Maris Stella Kindergarten.
Our first class began on 15 January 1954 with 30 children from 26 different nationalities.
Over the years, the number of students expanded to over 600. In 1984, due to pressing demands,
afternoon classes were held to cater to the long waiting list.
One never stops.
Our kindergarten will exist as long as there is a purpose for it. We wish to continue to serve our children
and give them our very best - an environment which is homely and conducive for their physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual growth and most importantly, where love prevails.
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Seven Martyrs of China
Blessed Maria Assunta
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Blessed Mary of the Passion
- Foundress of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary (FMM) Sisters
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To find out more about the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary sisters, click here.
