Tadika Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya

Where children aged 3 to 6 learn by doing

Play School, Kindergarten and after school care on the FunGates curriculum. Children build English, Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese, Maths and Science through hands on play, and start Year 1 ready.

4.9★★★★★420 Google reviews
  • FunGates curriculum
  • English, BM and Chinese
  • Library, science and computer rooms
  • Guards and door access
Little Footprints pupils in straw hats planting in the garden on a field trip
The Innovation Centre with house shaped book shelvesOur Innovation Centre
SINCE2009

Enrol directly with the school.Visits, fees and places are answered by our own team, with no booking agent in between.

Call 016 698 2270
Programmes

From first play to primary ready

Five programmes under one roof, so your child can stay with the same teachers and friends from their first morning to their last day before Year 1.

A kindergarten classroom with yellow tables and learning boardsAges 3 to 6

Kindergarten

Prepares children for primary school with a balance of hands on activity, fun and academics. They leave with a firm footing in five subjects and good character values.

  • English
  • Bahasa Malaysia
  • Chinese
  • Mathematics
  • Science
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Play area with a slide and soft matsToddlers

Play School

Small groups learning through quality play: sand and water, blocks, songs and rhymes, movement, stories and role play.

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The science centre with models and a planet muralAges 4 to 6

After School Programme

Starts with a nutritious lunch, then a different activity each day: speech and drama, domestic science, art and craft, Chinese and guided homework.

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Reading corner with bean bags and book shelvesWorking parents

After School Care

Daycare after school hours with a steady routine, meals, toilet training and teachers who help children eat and dress on their own.

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Assembly hall stage with keyboard and guitarAdd on classes

Enrichment Classes

Kindermusik, Mandarin, rhythmic gymnastics and classical ballet at the kindergarten, with music classes led by professional music teachers.

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Our campus

Three shop units, built around children

Bright, open rooms arranged so children can move freely between equipment and materials, from the science centre to the water play room.

Teachers leading a science lesson in the science centre
Science Centre
Indoor playground with slides
Indoor playground
Water play room with a water slide and trampoline
Water play
Computer centre with a row of computers
Computer Centre
Pupils seated in the assembly hall
Assembly Hall
A rhythmic gymnastics class stretching on the hall floor
Rhythmic gymnastics
Pupils walking to a farm on a field trip
Field trips
Small hands potting seedlings on a farm visit
Garden days
How we teach

Six skills every child practises here

The FunGates system believes learning must be fun and meaningful. Alongside the subjects, every day builds these six habits.

Collaboration

Working together to reach a goal.

Critical thinking

Looking at problems in a new way and linking learning across subjects.

Creativity

Trying new approaches to get things done.

Communication

Sharing thoughts, questions and ideas with each other.

Choice

Thinking logically and choosing among options.

Care

Seeing things from other people's point of view.

User of FunGates System

A quality curriculum with challenging books and apparatus, a learning environment built around children's needs, and a solid foundation for the next level.

Tadika Little Footprints teachers and staff celebrating the school's tenth anniversary
Our teachers and staff at the school's 10th anniversary celebration, 2019.
Our teachers

Character first, results follow

Passionate, well trained teachers who build trusting, positive relationships with young children and their families.

We focus on how children learn, not on repeating answers: a conducive environment, a holistic curriculum and character building, with good values and global citizenship.

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”The line on our signboard, and the promise behind every lesson
Safety and care

You know who is with your child, all day

Student security and wellbeing come first. Here is exactly how the school keeps children safe and keeps you informed.

The Little Footprints campus building in Taipan Damansara 1, Ara Damansara

Guards on site

Security guards protect every pupil throughout the day.

Door access

Every entrance and exit stays locked with door access.

Approved pickup only

Children leave only with their approved parents or guardians.

CCTV across campus

Cameras in various locations, with recordings kept strictly internal.

Told straight away

Any incident, injury or illness is reported to parents immediately.

Health rules

A minimum 10 day quarantine for hand, foot and mouth disease and chicken pox.

What parents say

Rated 4.9 from 420 Google reviews

4.9★★★★★420 Google reviews
★★★★★

My son has been attending this school for half a year, we saw very positive improvement on him, especially on English and Bahasa and he also learnt a lot on what he should and should not do. Teachers are super patient, kind and we just feel very grateful for their support and teaching. Highly recommended this school!

Kai Sheen Melissa Ang Posted on Google
★★★★★

My daughter and son love going to this kindergarten and are always excited to attend. The teachers are patient, caring, and supportive, creating a positive and nurturing learning environment. We are very happy with the progress both of them have made and highly recommend this kindergarten to other parents.

Liza Zainol Posted on Google
★★★★★

My son has been very happy in this class. Ms Clarice is patient, caring, and always encourages the children to learn and grow. We have seen positive improvements in his confidence and development. Thank you for your dedication and hard work!

Teh Ying Posted on Google
Parents' FAQ

What parents ask before they enrol

Still wondering about something? Message the school on WhatsApp and the team will answer.

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Which curriculum do you use?

We use the FunGates learning programme, which teaches children how to learn with joy while developing multiple intelligences and 21st century skills.

What ages do you take?

Our programme is for children aged 3 to 6 years old.

Can I enrol in the middle of the year?

Yes. You can enrol at any time of the year, subject to available places and the principal's approval.

What do I need to register?

A copy of your child's MyKid or birth certificate, a passport size photo and a completed registration form.

How do you keep children safe?

Security guards are on site, every entrance and exit is locked with door access, children leave only with approved parents or guardians, and visitors must inform the school management before entering.

When can my child come back after being sick?

Children may return with a certificate of fitness for our records. We enforce a minimum 10 day quarantine for hand, foot and mouth disease and chicken pox, and follow Ministry of Health advice for other contagious illnesses.

Can parents view the CCTV?

CCTV is installed in various locations for security. Recordings are strictly for internal use and are not available for viewing.

How will I hear from my child's teachers?

Teachers and parents talk often, in both directions. If a child is injured, becomes ill or has an incident, parents are told immediately.

Visit us

Come and see the school

Walk the classrooms, meet the teachers and ask anything. Message us to pick a time that suits you.

  • C-G-12A, Block C, Jalan PJU 1A/3K, Taipan Damansara 1, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
  • 016 698 2270
  • Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.30pm. Closed on weekends.
The Tadika Little Footprints shopfront on Jalan PJU 1A/3K, Taipan Damansara 1Open in Google Maps