MY World Preschool - CCTV Singapore

Project Snapshot

MY World Preschool, operated by Metropolitan YMCA, is a leading provider of early childhood education in Singapore. With a rapidly expanding network of centres, the organisation required a standardised security architecture that could be rapidly deployed across new and existing sites while meeting the stringent child-safety and surveillance requirements set by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA).

Client	MY World Preschool
Stakeholders	Metropolitan YMCA (Owner) · ECDA (Regulatory Body)
Location	Various Sites, Singapore
Sector	Institutions - Education / Early Childhood
Project Type	Multi-Site Surveillance Rollout
Awarded	January 2024
Completion	August 2024 (Phase 1)
Scale	Standardised 16-32 camera kits per centre with centralised NVR

Technologies Implemented

Hikvision HD IP surveillance cameras and NVR recording systems. ZKTeco Secure access control for main centre entries.

The Challenge

Standardising Safety Across a Growing Network

Early childhood centres operate under intense scrutiny from both regulators and parents. The primary challenge for MY World was the lack of standardisation across their legacy surveillance systems. Different centres had varying camera counts, recording qualities, and retention periods, making it difficult for headquarters to audit safety protocols centrally.

ECDA regulations mandate 100% visibility of all children's learning and activity zones, as well as strict data retention and privacy controls. Any system failure not only compromises child safety but also risks regulatory non-compliance for the operator.

The project required a "blueprint" design that could be adapted for different site footprints-from HDB void decks to standalone centres-while ensuring identical performance and ease of use for the centre principals and staff.

Preschool learning environment — Preschool environments require discreet but comprehensive visibility of all learning and common zones.

Transformation

A Blueprint for Educational Safety

Security Dimension	Legacy State	Securevision Standard
Learning Zone Visibility	Partial / Blind spots	100% HD Digital Coverage
Regulatory Compliance	Manual auditing	Automatic ECDA-standard retention
Entry Security	Basic surveillance	24/7 ColorVu entry verification
Incident Management	Slow retrieval	Instant multi-channel digital review

Decision Point

The "Zero-Blind-Spot" Learning Zone

During the pilot site survey, we identified that standard camera placement often missed the low-level activity zones where toddlers spend much of their time. A decision was made to depart from standard corner-mounting in favour of a more dense, low-profile deployment.

Securevision mandated a "dual-view" rule for every learning bay. This ensures that every child is visible from at least two angles, eliminating the risk of obscured activity during play or rest periods-a critical requirement for both child safety and staff accountability.

This standard has now been baked into the MY World security blueprint, providing a level of visibility that far exceeds the minimum regulatory requirements.

Our Approach

Scalable Engineering for Educational Hubs

Our approach was to create a modular security "kit" that could be deployed rapidly by our engineering teams with zero variation in quality.

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Child-Centric Layouts

Configured camera heights and angles to focus on the child's perspective, ensuring full visibility of floor-level activities.

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Compliance Automation

Pre-configured NVRs with ECDA-mandated retention periods and restricted access protocols to ensure data privacy.

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Hardened Main Entries

Integrated ZKTeco access control with high-definition entry cameras to manage the flow of parents and visitors.

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Staff-Friendly Interface

Designed a simplified monitoring station for centre principals, allowing for quick checks without technical training.

By industrialising the rollout process, we have enabled MY World to upgrade its entire network with a consistent, high-performance safety standard.

The Solution

A Unified Safety Platform

The final system provides centre principals and Metropolitan YMCA management with total visibility and peace of mind.

Visibility Layer

HD Learning Zone Network

16 to 32 discreet IP cameras per site, providing high-definition coverage of every corner of the preschool environment.

Surveillance & Detection →

Access Layer

Verified Entry Control

ZKTeco biometric and card access at the main entry, preventing unauthorised access while supporting parent convenience.

Entry Access Control →

Retention Layer

Compliance Recording

Centralised NVR units configured for ECDA-standard data retention with high-level encryption for child privacy.

Platform & Management →

Equipment Deployed

Technical Specifications

A standardised multi-site surveillance architecture designed for educational environments.

Preschool Surveillance Kit

Cameras: Hikvision HD IP Dome Cameras.

Wide-angle 2.8mm lenses for maximum bay coverage
Discreet white housing for non-intrusive appearance
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) for clean, safe cabling

Recording: Hikvision 16/32-Channel NVR.

Sized for 30+ day retention at high-definition
Remote viewing disabled for enhanced privacy compliance

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Entry Access Control

Terminals: ZKTeco Access Controllers.

RFID and Biometric options for staff and parents
Emergency fire-alarm integration for auto-release

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Results & Impact

Excellence in Child Safety

✓ 100% Compliance

All upgraded sites now meet or exceed ECDA surveillance and data retention mandates.

✓ Operational Consistency

Standardised hardware has simplified maintenance and staff training across the entire network.

✓ Parent Peace of Mind

High-definition visibility at entry points and learning zones provides a clear message of safety for families.

Securevision Insight

Safety Should Be a Standard, Not an Option

In the preschool sector, security is not just about protection-it's about transparency. By standardising the surveillance architecture across MY World centres, we remove the variability that leads to blind spots. When every centre follows the same "blueprint" for child safety, the organisation can move forward with absolute confidence in its duty of care.

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