8 Tadika and Preschools in Johor Bahru: Ages, Hours, Contacts
Guide · Published 18 October 2026
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Choosing a tadika or preschool in Johor Bahru for 2027 usually comes down to age range, daily hours, teaching languages and location. This guide brings together eight centres and sets out only what each school states about itself, ranked by our method. Fees and intake dates for 2027 can change from year to year, so confirm them directly with each school before enrolling. Childcare centres generally take younger children for longer days, while a tadika focuses on the years just before primary school. Use the contact details below to arrange a visit and ask about places.
1. Joyous Childcare & Preschool (Taman Ponderosa, Johor Bahru)
Joyous Childcare & Preschool is at 31, Jalan Ponderosa 2/2, Taman Ponderosa, 81100 Johor Bahru. It lists two age groups: 15 months to 4 years old, and 5 to 6 years old. Languages are Bahasa Malaysia, English and Mandarin. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Enquiries go to +60 10 660 9459 or info@joyous.edu.my.
| Ages | 15 months to 4 years old |
| Languages | Bahasa Malaysia, English, and Mandarin |
- Address: 31, Jalan Ponderosa 2/2, Taman Ponderosa, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
- Phone: +60 10 660 9459
- Website: joyous.edu.my
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2. KIDS PARADISE PRESCHOOL 儿童天堂幼儿园
KIDS PARADISE PRESCHOOL 儿童天堂幼儿园 takes children aged 3 to 6 across Playgroup, Nursery, K1 and K2. Its listing covers English, Mandarin and Islamic studies, including Jawi and Doa recitation. It opens Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with Saturdays by appointment and Sundays closed. The address is Jalan Perjiranan 4/1, Bandar Dato Onn, 81100 Johor Bahru. WhatsApp contact is available, the phone number is +60 18-789 5960 and the email is kidsparadisecc@gmail.com.
| Ages | Age 3 to 6 years (Playgroup, Nursery, K1, K2) |
| Languages | English, Mandarin, Islamic studies (including Jawi and Doa recitation) |
| How to book | WhatsApp contact available |
- Address: No 4-01, 6-01, 6-02 & 10-01, Jalan Perjiranan 4/1, Bandar Dato Onn, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
- Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Saturday: By appointment, Sunday: Closed
- Phone: +60 18-789 5960
- Website: kidsparadise.io
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3. EJ Kindergarten (Tadika Edisi Jaya)
EJ Kindergarten (Tadika Edisi Jaya) is in Adda Heights, Johor Bahru. It takes children aged 4 to 6. The languages listed are English and Mandarin. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm, and it is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Parents can call 07-361 0861 or send a WhatsApp message to 011-5553 3913.
| Ages | Children aged 4–6 years |
| Languages | English and Mandarin |
- Address: EJ Kindergarten, Tadika Edisi Jaya, Adda Heights, Johor Bahru
- Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:30pm; Saturday & Sunday Closed
- Phone: 07-361 0861
- Website: ejkindergarten.carrd.co
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4. Smart Reader Kids Phase 1, Setia Tropika, Johor Bahru
Smart Reader Kids Phase 1, Setia Tropika lists children aged 3 to 6 years. Its stated hours are 09:00 AM to 05:45 PM. The address on its listing is Lot 2641, Sublot 3, Jalan Green, Sin Yen Garden, 93150 Kuching, Sarawak. The phone numbers listed are 082 232 555 and 082 232 757, and the email is normae@smartreader.edu.my. Parents may want to confirm the branch address when enquiring, as the listed one is in Kuching.
| Ages | Children aged 3 to 6 years |
- Address: Lot 2641, Sublot 3, Jalan Green, Sin Yen Garden, 93150 Kuching, Sarawak
- Hours: 09:00 AM - 05:45 PM
- Phone: 082 232 555
- Website: smartreader.edu.my
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5. Stellar Playschool
Stellar Playschool is in Puteri Harbour, Johor. Its listing gives an age range of 18 months to 6 years old, and separately mentions children aged 3 to 6. It is English medium. The school mentions STEAM education and hands-on learning experiences. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, usually taught through projects and play at preschool level.
| Ages | 18 months to 6 years old |
| Languages | English medium |
| Facilities | Safe and nurturing environment with STEAM education and hands-on learning experiences |
- Address: R&F Mall Johor Bahru #1, 086b, Tanjung Puteri, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim (from Google)
- Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: 010-530 3116 (from Google)
- Website: stellar.edu.my
6. KLC Preschool Delima
KLC Preschool Delima is at 1, Jalan Delima 2/11, Taman Delima 2, 81100 JB. It offers childcare for 18 months to 3 years and preschool for 4 to 6 years. Instruction is trilingual. Parents can book a free campus visit and trial class. The contact number is +60 16-713 3875.
| Ages | 18 months to 6 years old |
| Languages | Trilingual instruction |
| How to book | Book a campus visit and free trial class |
- Address: 1, Jalan Delima 2/11, Taman Delima 2, 81100 JB
- Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: +60 16-713 3875
- Website: preschool.klceducation.edu.my
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7. Shambala Kidz Leadership Pre-School (Ponderosa)
Shambala Kidz Leadership Pre-School (Ponderosa) is at 19, 19-01, 19-02, Jalan Ponderosa 2/2, Taman Ponderosa, 81100 Johor Bahru. It takes children aged 2 to 6. Languages are English, Malay and Mandarin. It states a class size ratio of 1:12, with an average of one adult for every 10 children. Three meals a day are listed, breakfast, lunch and tea, on four rotating menus.
| Ages | Children aged 2-6 years old |
| Languages | English, Malay and Mandarin |
| Facilities | Three quality healthy meals a day – breakfast, lunch and tea with four rotating menus |
| Capacity | Class size ratio is 1:12, with an average of one adult for every 10 children |
- Address: 19, 19-01, 19, 02, Jalan Ponderosa 2/2, Taman Ponderosa, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: 011-1032 4969 (from Google)
- Website: shambala.edu.my
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8. Keedsflix Preschool Larkin
Keedsflix Preschool Larkin lists Malay and English as its languages. It operates Monday to Friday. For enquiries, the listed phone number is +6019 266 0036 (Monday to Friday) and the email address is keedsflix@gmail.com.
| Languages | Malay and English |
- Address: 13-1 & 13, 02, Jln Geroda 2/1, Larkin, 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim (from Google)
- Hours: Monday to Friday
- Phone: +6019 266 0036
- Website: keedsflix.com
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Frequently asked questions
Which Johor Bahru preschools in this list take children under three?
Joyous Childcare & Preschool lists children from 15 months. KLC Preschool Delima offers childcare for 18 months to 3 years, and Stellar Playschool lists 18 months to 6 years old. Shambala Kidz Leadership Pre-School takes children from age 2.
What hours do these preschools keep?
KIDS PARADISE PRESCHOOL opens Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Joyous Childcare & Preschool runs Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, and EJ Kindergarten runs Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm.
Can I visit or try a class before enrolling?
KLC Preschool Delima offers a free campus visit and trial class. KIDS PARADISE PRESCHOOL is open on Saturday by appointment. For other schools, ask when you call whether a visit can be arranged.
How do I find out fees for the 2027 intake?
Fees and intake dates are set by each school and can change each year, so contact the school directly by phone, WhatsApp or email. Ask what the fee covers, such as meals, materials and registration, so you can compare like for like.
How we chose these businesses
We ranked every business in our tadika and preschools listings that publishes the relevant details on its own website. The ranking combines the business's Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews it has, how many of the facts this guide needs the business publishes, and how recently we checked them. Every price and detail listed here comes from the business's own website. We don't review or rate businesses ourselves, and no business paid to be included. Prices and menus change, so confirm with the business before you go or book. How we rank · Report a correction
Facts last checked against each business's website on 16 October 2026.