What is the difference between a paediatrician and a general practitioner (GP)?

A paediatrician is a doctor who has completed specialist training in the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents and is on the Singapore Medical Council Specialist Register. A GP provides general family care for all ages. For complex, chronic, or developmental concerns, a paediatrician is often the more appropriate choice.

How do I verify that a paediatrician is properly registered in Singapore?

You can check a doctor's registration and specialist accreditation on the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) public register. Reputable clinics also list their doctors' qualifications, such as MBBS and M.Med (Paediatrics), on their websites.

Do paediatric clinics in Singapore provide childhood vaccinations?

Yes. Most paediatric clinics administer the recommended childhood immunisations under Singapore's National Childhood Immunisation Schedule, along with optional vaccines. It is best to call ahead to confirm vaccine availability and pricing.

Should I choose a group practice or a solo paediatrician?

Group practices often offer multiple locations, extended hours, and access to sub-specialists such as cardiologists or respiratory physicians. A solo or smaller clinic can offer more continuity of care with one familiar doctor. Both can be excellent; the right fit depends on your family's needs.

Are paediatric clinic visits covered by MediSave or insurance in Singapore?

Outpatient paediatric consultations are generally paid out of pocket, though some are claimable under integrated shield plan riders or employer/private insurance depending on your policy. Certain hospital-based treatments and admissions may be MediSave-claimable. Always check directly with the clinic and your insurer.

Best Paediatric Clinics in Singapore (2026 Guide)

Choosing a paediatrician in Singapore usually comes down to location, your child’s specific needs, and whether you prefer an established group practice with sub-specialty support or a single trusted doctor. Look for clinics led by paediatricians on the Singapore Medical Council Specialist Register, and consider practical factors such as proximity to home, extended or weekend hours, and access to private-hospital facilities. The clinics below are MOH-licensed and well-established, spanning Orchard, Novena, and heartland neighbourhoods.

How we chose

This is an editorial shortlist, not paid placement. We prioritise providers licensed by Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH), with doctors on the Singapore Medical Council register (and the Specialist Register where relevant), relevant experience and transparency about who treats you. We don’t publish a clinic’s rating or price unless we can verify it from a reliable source.

At a glance

Clinic	Lead / doctors	Known for	Area
SBCC Baby & Child Clinic	Team of paediatricians	long-established islandwide paediatric group	Novena (and islandwide)
Kids Clinic (Singapore Medical Group)	Team of paediatricians	heartland network with evening and Sunday hours	Central & heartland
Kinder Clinic	Team of paediatricians	sub-specialty private paediatric group since 2000	Orchard (Paragon) and private hospitals
Thomson Paediatric Centre	Team of paediatricians	the paediatrics arm of Thomson Medical	Thomson / Novena (and islandwide)
International Medical Clinic – Children's (Camden)	Team of paediatricians	purpose-built children's clinic at Camden Medical	Orchard Boulevard
Kidslink Children's Clinic	Team of paediatricians	heartland paediatric clinics across multiple estates	Choa Chu Kang, Bedok, Jurong, Sengkang

The clinics, in detail

1. SBCC Baby & Child Clinic

Established in 1980, SBCC Baby & Child Clinic is one of Singapore’s largest paediatric groups, with clinics in major private hospitals and heartland estates offering general and sub-specialty paediatric care. Official site. Source. Registered entity: THE BABY & CHILD CLINIC PTE. LTD. (UEN 201227327G).

2. Kids Clinic (Singapore Medical Group)

Kids Clinic operates a network of paediatric centres across central and heartland Singapore, with several branches open on weekday evenings and Sundays for greater convenience. Official site. Source.

3. Kinder Clinic

Established in 2000, Kinder Clinic is one of Singapore’s larger paediatric group practices, providing the full range of services from neonatal intensive care to general paediatrics and sub-specialties across multiple private hospitals. Official site. Source. Registered entity: KINDER CLINIC PTE. LTD. (UEN 200305142W).

4. Thomson Paediatric Centre

Thomson Paediatric Centre cares for children from birth to adolescence, offering general paediatrics alongside specialised services in neonatology and paediatric cardiology across several Singapore locations. Official site. Source. Registered entity: THOMSON PAEDIATRIC CENTRE PTE. LTD. (UEN 200922441Z).

5. International Medical Clinic – Children's (Camden)

IMC’s Children’s clinic at Camden Medical Centre is purpose-built for children, with multiple consultation rooms, dedicated vaccination rooms and a triage area, serving newborns through to teenagers. Official site. Source.

6. Kidslink Children's Clinic

Kidslink Children’s Clinic provides paediatric care across heartland estates, offering immunisation, developmental assessments and general paediatric consultations close to home. Official site. Source. Registered entity: KIDSLINK CHILDREN'S CLINIC PTE LTD (UEN 200007152M).

Listings are an independent editorial selection. Always confirm a provider’s MOH licensing, the treating doctor’s SMC registration and current fees directly with the clinic. This guide is general information, not medical advice.

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