Unexpected Ruler‑Shocking Incident at Local Childcare Center
Picture this: an eight‑year‑old kid, a wooden ruler, and a principal who evidently misplaced his notions of playground safety. That’s the headline of a troubling story that made its way to the community news feed this week.
How the Foul Play Came to Light
- On Saturday, February 3rd, the boy’s mum noticed bright‑red stains on his backside after a refreshing swim. A simple moment—an afternoon splash session and a puzzled parent.
- By Tuesday, February 6th, the family had filed a police report. The shock from the marks was clear enough to warrant official attention.
- During a phone chat with our reporter, the mother explained that she confronted her son the same evening, around 9 p.m., about the mysterious bruises.
- He admitted to being “beaten” by a teacher at the childcare center, supposedly for “talking in class”, but he didn’t elaborate on the specifics.
Who’s Involved?
The alleged offender? A principal at the “Star Kidz Powerclub,” a local childcare hub situated at Block 509, Bedok North Avenue 3. The boy attends classes Monday to Friday, from 1:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., while the center holds its own weekly schedule.
Possible Motive?
While the reports say the discipline was due to a minor classroom indiscretion, the severity of the punishment—a wooden ruler strikes—raises serious questions about the appropriateness and legality of such a response.
What’s Next?
The police investigation is underway, and the community is calling for clearer guidelines on discipline at educational establishments. In the meantime, the family’s voice echoes a broader plea: “We need to keep our kids safe and ensure that any form of education never crosses into abuse.”
Stay tuned as this story develops, and remember—if your little one ever shows up with unexpected bruises, act fast! It might just save a life.
Kids, Rules & a Heated Water‑Filter Incident
Meet the crew: Mr Ryan Choo – the former TCS actor turned centre head, and two super‑savvy female teachers. He’s the mastermind of the playground rules.
What went down on that event‑ful Saturday night
- Little IIva tells her dad about a mess up – the “back‑of‑the‑toilet” drama with her son.
- She flicks a photo of her kid’s backside to Ms Sim, who’s teaching at the same centre, via WhatsApp.
- Ms Sim calls the parent to explain that the boy’s “door‑to‑toilet” stunt led to a police‑style punishment (with a wooden ruler).
Who was involved, and why the fuss?
According to the mother’s version and the police report:
- It was a hide‑and‑seek game around 4 pm on Jan 31.
- The boy opened a shared toilet door, thinking a friend was hidden inside.
- There was a girl in the middle of a personal moment; the boy’s cue caused a little chaos.
- The girl cried, demanded her parents, and the centre’s principal Ryan Choo decided to step in.
- Punishment involved bending over a table; a wooden ruler struck the boy’s backside—seven times, no less.
The boy went home with his head down, but he never told his mother about the slap‑down.
Mom’s reaction & the tug‑of‑war
Mom’s line: “My son didn’t mean it. Is a wooden‑ruler slap fair?”
She paid a visit to the centre on Feb 5, pretty sure she’d see her son being taught the hard way. Mr Choo pointed to the “girl who was inside” and reminded her of the whole nine‑to‑ten saga.
Police, PR & a sleepy principal
- Police say there’s an official report – investigation in progress.
- Stomp (the news outlet) tried to speak to the principal on Feb 8, 9, and 10 but met a sleepy chief.
- Ms Sim in the office told Stomp the centre had no “direct line” to Mr Choo, but promised to forward messages.
- Mr Choo admitted to being “drowsy on medication” and didn’t want to talk on Feb 10, but left his contact number for future chats.
So what’s the verdict? At the moment, no “final” decision has been made, and the centre is still looking for a fair way to handle a lesson that turned into a down‑to‑the‑basics punishment story.
Meanwhile, we all hope the boy will get a chance to play again—and that Mr Choo and his crew can keep the water‑filters running smoothly without a wooden‑ruler saga in the future.
