Tinkerbell School
About
Tinkerbell School is proud to serve the children of Brunei as a K–6 primary school officially recognised by the Ministry of Education. Our programs span Kindergarten to Year 6, ensuring a complete foundation in academics, personal growth, and lifelong learning skills.
We follow the national SPN21 curriculum, blending strong academics with character development and extracurricular enrichment. Our nurturing environment emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and resilience — preparing our students for success in higher education and beyond.
Mission
Our mission is to provide a student-focused learning environment for children from Kindergarten through Year 6that nurtures every child’s potential, fosters creativity, and cultivates a lifelong love for learning
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We are committed to delivering high-quality education through the national SPN21 curriculum, while empowering students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally within a supportive and inclusive community.
Vision
Our vision is to inspire and shape future leaders by creating a school where students from K–6 can thrive in a dynamic and nurturing environment.
We aim to cultivate confident, compassionate, and well-rounded individuals who embrace challenges, value diversity, and excel in both their personal and academic endeavors.
Our Core Principals
At Tinkerbell School, our approach to education is guided by the following principles:
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Awaken Creativity – Encourage children to explore their creative potential, revealing their unique talents and abilities.
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Build Confidence – Develop self-assurance while fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and the courage to ask questions.
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Inspire Lifelong Learning – Nurture self-motivated learners with lively, inquiring minds who confidently express themselves.
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Empower Growth – Provide children with a strong sense of identity, resilience, and resourcefulness, preparing them for continued success in secondary and higher education.
Our Ethos Statement
Acquiring Knowledge – Nurturing Potential – Building Self-Confidence
This statement reflects the philosophy at the heart of Tinkerbell School.
Acquiring knowledge
We begin by nurturing curiosity in every child — encouraging them to ask questions and explore the world around them. Through meaningful learning opportunities, our students develop a broad foundation of knowledge that empowers them to live with insight, understanding, and wisdom.
Nurturing Potential
Every child is unique, with individual talents and abilities that deserve to be recognized and cultivated. While traditional primary schools often rely on prescribed outcomes, the SPN21 curriculum provides us with the flexibility to adapt learning to our students’ interests and strengths. At Tinkerbell, we: Observe and document children’s progress closely. Encourage students to explore their own passions and talents. Partner with parents to ensure each child’s potential is supported.
Building self-confidence
True learning is not only about knowledge and skills, but also about character. We provide opportunities for children to share their ideas, present to others, and celebrate their achievements. By doing so, we nurture resilience, pride, and the confidence to face new challenges — preparing them for continued growth in secondary education and beyond.
Why Choose Tinkerbell School?
Our Story
Tinkerbell School was founded in January 2003 by Iidil Rahmah Bte Abdullah and her husband John Robert Bartholomew to provide quality preschool and primary education under Brunei’s SPN21 curriculum.
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We began with Kindergarten classes (K1–K3) in Kampung Sungai Orok, and by 2005 expanded to offer Primary Years 1–4 in additional premises. In 2007, our license was further extended to include Primary Years 5 and 6, completing our growth into a full K–6 institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Education.
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Over the years, Tinkerbell School has evolved into a private company (Sdn Bhd), with a dedicated Board of Directors including Hjh Normah Binti Haji Said, Hjh Norzinah Binti Haji Md Daud, and Mdm Iluminada Llena Roxas, who also serves as the school’s Accountant.
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In 2023, following the integration of Ugama instruction into the mainstream curriculum, our Preschool Department relocated to spacious new premises in Salambigar, allowing us to further expand our early years enrolments.
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Looking ahead, we are preparing for another major milestone — the construction of our new campus in Kampung Panchor, Mentiri. This modern facility, to be completed in two stages, will include a Primary Department, Administration and Library resources, Sports Field, Preschool Department, and Multipurpose Hall. Stage 1 is expected to be completed by December 2025, marking an exciting new chapter in our journey.
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Throughout our history, Tinkerbell School has remained committed to our ethos of “Acquiring Knowledge – Nurturing Potential – Building Self-Confidence” and our motto: Embrace, Empower, Excel.