Seventeen children and two employees from E-Bridge Pre-School’s Circuit Road branch in MacPherson developed gastroenteritis symptoms starting 9 Sep 2025.
None of the affected individuals required hospitalisation, according to a joint statement released 14 Sep 2025 by the Communicable Diseases Agency, Early Childhood Development Agency and Singapore Food Agency.
Investigation Underway
The authorities are investigating the suspected cases of gastroenteritis reported at the pre-school. ECDA is monitoring the situation and working with the pre-school operator to ensure student and staff wellbeing.
The agency reminded the pre-school to ensure compliance with infection prevention and control guidelines. Pre-schools must adhere to food safety and hygiene requirements specified in the Early Childhood Development Centres Code of Practice.
Several affected individuals were diagnosed with viral or suspected gastroenteritis upon seeking medical attention. As of 16 Sep 2025, eight children returned to school while the rest recover at home.
E-Bridge Pre-School implemented immediate precautionary measures after the outbreak. Symptomatic children were cared for in the sick bay and sent home promptly.
The school disinfected affected classrooms and common areas using diluted bleach solution. Cleaning frequency increased across the entire centre.
A professional cleaning agency conducted thorough deep cleaning of the premises on the evening of 11 Sep 2025. The school informed all families with children enrolled at the centre, including those in non-affected classes.
Teachers continue daily check-ins with families whose children remain absent. Parents of affected children received individual contact from school staff.
About Gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis refers to inflammation of the stomach and intestines. The condition is often caused by infections from bacteria, parasites or viruses in contaminated food, water or surfaces.
Common symptoms include fever, vomiting and abdominal pain.
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Recent Pre-School Outbreaks
This incident follows two food poisoning cases at pre-schools in August 2025.
On 23 Aug 2025, 24 children and two employees at PCF Sparkletots pre-school at Mountbatten Block 92 fell ill with food poisoning. The affected individuals recovered and returned 26 Aug 2025.
On 27 Aug 2025, 17 children and one staff member at Mulberry Learning’s Punggol centre in Northshore Plaza developed gastroenteritis symptoms. Two children required hospitalisation in that case.
SFA has been working closely with ECDA to reinforce food safety practices within pre-schools. The agency stated that food operators must adhere to good food safety practices.
SFA will not hesitate to take enforcement action against errant food operators.
About E-Bridge Pre-School
E-Bridge Pre-School is part of the EtonHouse International Education Group. The group operates 29 locations across Singapore, according to its website.
The cause of the current cases remains unconfirmed. E-Bridge Pre-School continues providing updates to relevant authorities including ECDA and the Ministry of Health, as well as to parents
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