🎯 Top Government Preschools in George Town, Penang – 2025 Guide

Affordable, safe, and structured preschool options for city-based families
✔ KEMAS · PERPADUAN · MOE (SK-based)
✔ With contact info · Teaching highlights · Parent-friendly insights

✅ 1. TABIKA KEMAS Jalan Perak

📍 Address: Jalan Perak, 10150 George Town, Penang
📞 Contact: +60 4-228 1684 (KEMAS Timur Laut District Office)
🏫 System: KEMAS
👶 Age Group: 4 – 6 years
💡 Key Features:

• Malay-medium syllabus focused on letters, numbers, hygiene, manners

• Daily routines include songs, helper roles, storytelling

• Community-based setting, near residential areas

• Friendly, patient teachers — ideal for first-time learners

📝 Parent Feedback: My child learned to greet people and manage simple tasks. A great environment for shy kids.

✅ 2. TABIKA Perpaduan Jalan Patani

📍 Address: Jalan Patani, 10400 George Town, Penang
📞 Contact: +60 4-229 4556 (Department of National Unity – Penang)
🏫 System: PERPADUAN
👶 Age Group: 4 – 6 years
💡 Key Features:

• Small multicultural classroom promoting inclusivity

• Celebrates major festivals, includes storytelling, music, and games

• Parent involvement encouraged through hands-on family days

• Builds communication, confidence, and empathy

📝 Parent Feedback: My daughter can now describe festivals and greets people in different languages — very expressive now!

✅ 3. TADIKA SK Convent Green Lane (MOE Preschool attached to primary school)

📍 Address: Lorong Green Lane, 11600 George Town, Penang
📞 Contact: +60 4-828 2020 (SK Convent Green Lane Office)
🏫 System: MOE (Ministry of Education)
👶 Age Group: 5 – 6 years
💡 Key Features:

• National syllabus using official MOE books (Malay + basic English)

• Structured routine with uniforms, assemblies, and classroom discipline

• Shared campus with primary school — easy SK transition

• Ideal for academic readiness

📝 Parent Feedback: Smooth entry to Standard 1. My child is now familiar with classroom routines and expectations.

✅ 4. TABIKA KEMAS Kampung Makam

📍 Address: Jalan Perak, Kampung Makam, 11600 George Town, Penang
📞 Contact: +60 4-228 1684 (KEMAS Timur Laut)
🏫 System: KEMAS
👶 Age Group: 4 – 6 years
💡 Key Features:

• Village setting in the city, spacious and calm

• Focuses on hands-on learning, daily skills, and community talks

• Teacher-parent communication is strong

• Activities include outdoor play and health-themed events

📝 Parent Feedback: My child used to be reserved — now she’s confident and enjoys hands-on tasks and teamwork.

✅ Quick Comparison Table

❤️ HiParents Tips:

✔ All government preschools are half-day only (around 8AM–12PM)
✔ Very affordable (RM10–RM50/month)
✔ Apply through:

• KEMAS for KEMAS preschools

• Department of Unity for PERPADUAN

• Primary school office for MOE (SK-based) preschools
  ✔ Visit the school beforehand to find the best fit for your child’s personality

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