TadikaAra Damansara, PJSince 2009

Little feet,big steps.

A kindergarten in Ara Damansara for children aged 3 to 6. FunGates curriculum, five subjects in three languages, a whole campus to explore, and care until 6.30pm.

4.9 on Google
from 420 parent reviews

Little Footprints pupils in straw hats planting in the garden on a field trip
The Innovation Centre with house shaped book shelves
Indoor playground with slides
our library indoor playground 4.9
A day at Little Footprints

From the morning drop off to the 6.30pm pick up

Scroll through a day here. Every room and routine below is real, from our science centre to the reading corner.

17.30am

Doors open

Security guards are on site and every entrance and exit runs on door access, so the day starts calm and safe.

The Little Footprints shopfront in Taipan Damansara 1
2Morning lessons

Five subjects, three languages

English, Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese, Maths and Science on the FunGates system, with challenging books and apparatus made for small hands.

A kindergarten classroom with yellow tables
3Discovery time

Real science, early

Our Science Centre has anatomy models, a skeleton and a planet mural, so first questions turn into first experiments.

Teachers leading a science lesson
4Play

Play that teaches

Sand and water play, blocks, songs, movement and the indoor playground. Children learn to make friends, share and listen to instructions.

Water play room with a water slide and trampoline
5Lunch and after school

Afternoons with purpose

The After School Programme for ages 4 to 6 starts with a nutritious lunch, then speech and drama, domestic science, art and craft, Chinese and guided homework.

The science centre
6Enrichment

Music, movement, Mandarin

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

The assembly hall stage with keyboard and guitar
76.30pm

Home time

After School Care keeps a steady routine for working parents until pick up, and children leave only with their approved parents or guardians.

Reading corner with bean bags
Programmes

Find the right fit for your child

Pick where your child is today. Every programme runs under one roof, so they can grow with the same teachers and friends.

Kindergarten classroom
AGES3 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, 21st century skills and good character values.

  • English
  • Bahasa Malaysia
  • Chinese
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Character values
Ask about Kindergarten places
2009the year we opened
4.9Google rating
420Google reviews
3languages taught
5programmes
11hours open each weekday
The campus

Three shop units, built around children

Bright, open rooms arranged so children can move freely between equipment and materials. Scroll to walk through.

Innovation Centre with house shaped shelves and round tables
Room 01

Innovation Centre

Shelves of books, puzzles and learning games in house shaped cases, with round tables for small group work.

Science Centre with anatomy models and planet mural
Room 02

Science Centre

Anatomy models, a skeleton, lab tables and a planet mural. Real equipment for first experiments.

Computer Centre
Room 03

Computer Centre

A dedicated room of computers where children take their first steps with digital skills.

Indoor playground
Room 04

Indoor playground and water play

Slides, climbing frames, a water slide and a trampoline, all indoors and out of the sun.

Assembly Hall with stage
Room 05

Assembly Hall

A stage, keyboard, guitar and a soft play floor for assemblies, music, movement and rehearsals.

How we teach

Six skills, practised every day

The FunGates system believes learning must be fun and meaningful. Tap a skill to see what it looks like here.

Collaboration

Working together to reach a goal, putting everyone's talent and ideas to work.

User of FunGates System
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What parents say
Tadika Little Footprints teachers and staff at the school's tenth anniversary in 2019
Our teachers

Character first. Results follow.

Passionate, well trained teachers who build trusting, positive relationships with young children and their families. Pictured: our team at the school's 10th anniversary in 2019.

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

Concert and Graduation 2023 stage
Concert and Graduation 2023
Teachers performing at the tenth anniversary show
Our 10th anniversary show
Under the sea themed concert stage
Every year, a new stage
Safety and care

You always know who is with your child

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

Guards on site

Security guards protect every pupil throughout the school 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.

Parents' FAQ

Good questions, straight answers

Anything else? The school team answers on WhatsApp.

Ask on WhatsApp
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.

What are your opening hours?

Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.30pm. We are closed on weekends.

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.

Plan a visit

Come and see the school

Tell us a little about your child and we will open WhatsApp with your message ready to send to the school.

Best day to visit

The Tadika Little Footprints shopfront on Jalan PJU 1A/3K
  • C-G-12A, Block C, Jalan PJU 1A/3K, Taipan Damansara 1, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Directions
  • Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.30pm
  • 016 698 2270, answered by the school directly