For preschool temperature checks in Punggol, ECDA does not give one universal fever cut-off in its parent FAQ. It says the relevant threshold depends on the type of thermometer.
ECDA advises preschools to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for using the thermometer and interpreting the reading. A number taken with one device should not be assumed to settle how another device is interpreted.
If your home reading differs from the preschool’s, ask how and when each was taken and what equipment was used. This guide explains the communication question; it does not diagnose fever or establish fitness to attend.
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Start with the device guidance
Read ECDA’s temperature-check FAQ. Its answer is about correct measurement and interpretation, not a reason to ignore an unwell child’s condition.
Ask the centre which type of thermometer it uses and how staff follow its instructions. Avoid substituting a threshold borrowed from an unrelated school or an online discussion.
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Clarify a difference in readings
Share the time and method of your home measurement, together with any relevant symptoms. Ask staff to explain the centre’s reading and the next step under its procedure.
Do not assume different numbers prove that a person or device is wrong. If there is uncertainty about your child’s health, obtain medical advice rather than trying to settle the issue through competing readings.
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Keep attendance and medical care clear
Ask what information the centre needs before your child can attend or return. A temperature reading is not a complete assessment of a child’s condition.
For the separate attendance question, see mild symptoms at preschool drop-off. Follow individual medical advice and applicable centre instructions.
Information checked on 17 October 2026. Follow current official guidance and obtain professional advice appropriate to your child’s circumstances.
