4 October 2025
We are aware of online comments regarding recent media reports on gastroenteritis cases at E-Bridge Pre-School Dawson, Sengkang Square and Circuit Road centres.
We wish to clarify that all meals at these three centres are prepared in separate kitchens. There is no central kitchen serving the centres, and there is currently no evidence that the cases are linked to our food.
Preliminary findings from authorities indicate that the likely cause is norovirus, a virus that can spread from person-to-person and cause gastroenteritis illness.
Our centres have all undergone thorough professional deep cleaning and disinfection, with additional precautionary measures in place. These measures include
- No crossover of staff or children between classes and centres
- Hourly disinfection of high-touch areas
- Disinfection of toilet and shower areas after every use
- Reinforcement of regular handwashing routines for staff and children
Most children and staff have recovered, and the remaining are recovering well. Our educators have continued to stay in touch with parents of affected children to check on their well-being.
For children who are unwell, we encourage all families to keep children at home until they have been symptom-free for at least 24 hours, even if their medical certificate has expired, to reduce the risk of spreading the illness.
We appreciate the support of our families in reinforcing hygiene practices like proper handwashing at home, so children can carry these habits into their preschool routine.
We thank all parents for their continued support as we work together to prevent gastroenteritis. We remain fully committed to providing a safe and healthy environment and look forward to welcoming our children and staff back to our preschools.