Model your project savings and peak-demand reduction
Calculate ROISolar for Kindergartens
Power Learning with Solar Energy
Save on energy costs, create comfortable learning spaces, and teach the next generation about sustainability.
SEDA Documentation Support
TNB Application Support
References On Request
Typical 10 kWp System
For 40-60 children center
RM 900
Monthly Savings
RM 270K
25-Year Savings
Payback Period4-6 Years
Why Solar for Kindergartens?
Create a better learning environment while reducing costs
60-80% Cost Savings
Reduce operating costs to invest more in education and facilities
Educational Tool
Teach children about renewable energy and environmental responsibility
Safe & Reliable
Ensure safe, consistent power for classrooms and play areas
Green Certification
Enhance your kindergarten's reputation as an eco-friendly institution
Solutions for Every Center Size
Tailored solar systems based on your enrollment and facilities
Small Centers
20-40 children, basic facilities
System Size5-8 kWp
Monthly SavingsRM 400-650/month
Medium Centers
40-80 children with play areas
System Size10-15 kWp
Monthly SavingsRM 800-1,300/month
Large Centers
80+ children, multiple buildings
System Size15-25 kWp
Monthly SavingsRM 1,500-2,500/month
Educational & Operational Benefits
More than just energy savings for your kindergarten
Comfortable Learning Environment
Keep classrooms cool with reliable air conditioning powered by the sun
Parent Appeal
Attract environmentally-conscious parents seeking sustainable education
Living Classroom
Solar panels become an interactive educational resource for children
Long-Term Savings
Reinvest energy savings into better facilities, toys, and teaching materials
Teaching Opportunity
Turn Solar into a Learning Experience
Your solar installation becomes an interactive educational tool
Teach renewable energy concepts through real examples
Monitor solar production on classroom displays
Incorporate sustainability into daily curriculum
Build environmental awareness from an early age
Create engaging science lessons about the sun and energy
Develop eco-conscious future leaders
Kindergartens Powered by Solar
Real success stories from Malaysian kindergartens
Little Sprouts Kindergarten
Petaling Jaya
60 Children
12 kWp
System
RM 1,100/month
Savings
4.8 years
ROI
Sunshine Kids Academy
Subang Jaya
45 Children
8 kWp
System
RM 750/month
Savings
5.2 years
ROI
Green Garden Preschool
Mont Kiara
90 Children
18 kWp
System
RM 1,800/month
Savings
4.5 years
ROI
Safe & Simple Installation
Child safety is our top priority throughout the process
1
Facility Assessment
We evaluate your roof, energy needs, and classroom requirements
2
Safety-First Design
Child-safe installation plan with educational display options
3
Quick Installation
Installed during holidays to avoid disrupting classes
4
Educational Handover
Training on monitoring system and teaching resources provided
Commercial Solar
Get a Custom Solar Proposal for Your Kindergarten
Tell us about your business and we'll design a solar system that matches your energy needs and budget.
- Custom system design for your business
- ROI analysis based on your electricity usage
- Flexible financing: PPA, IPP, bank loans
- Solar ATAP, TNB and ST documentation support
Choosing the Right System Size for Your Kindergarten
Kindergartens in Malaysia typically consume 800–2,500 kWh per month depending on enrollment, air-conditioning hours, and kitchen facilities. Here is a sizing guide based on real-world installations across Klang Valley, Penang, and Johor Bahru.
| Center Profile | Typical Monthly Bill | Recommended System | Est. Monthly Savings | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small tadika (20–30 children) | RM 600–900 | 3–5 kWp | RM 300–500 | 4–5 years |
| Mid-size center (30–60 children) | RM 900–1,500 | 5–8 kWp | RM 500–850 | 4.5–5.5 years |
| Large center (60–100 children) | RM 1,500–2,500 | 8–12 kWp | RM 850–1,400 | 4–5.5 years |
| Multi-building campus (100+ children) | RM 2,500–4,000 | 15–25 kWp | RM 1,500–2,500 | 4.5–6 years |
Use our solar savings calculator for a precise estimate based on your actual TNB bill. A Trexon assessor will verify roof space and shadow-free area before confirming the system size.
Typical Kindergarten Electricity Bill — What Drives the Cost?
A typical Malaysian kindergarten with 50 children, operating 8 hours per day (7 am–3 pm, Monday to Friday), accumulates an electricity bill of around RM 1,200–1,800 per month. Air conditioning is by far the largest load — accounting for 55–65% of consumption. Here is where your electricity budget goes:
Air conditioning (classrooms + office)
2–4 units running 6–7 hours/day
55–65%
Lighting (fluorescent / LED)
Switching to LED saves up to 70%
12–18%
Kitchen equipment (fridge, microwave, water heater)
Runs throughout school day
10–15%
Computers / projectors / AV
Grows with digitalisation of curriculum
5–8%
Fans, water pumps, misc.
Background load that runs all day
5–10%
Solar panels generate electricity between 8 am and 4 pm — exactly aligned with kindergarten operating hours. This means solar directly offsets your highest-consumption period, maximising self-consumption and ROI without requiring battery storage.
Child Safety Considerations for Kindergarten Solar Installations
Safety is the primary concern for any installation in a childcare environment. Trexon follows a strict child-safe installation protocol for every kindergarten project, exceeding standard CIDB and TNB guidelines.
Rooftop Access Prevention
All roof access points (hatches, ladders) are padlocked and labelled. Panels are installed on sections of roof inaccessible from the ground without a ladder — and playground layouts are reviewed to ensure children cannot reach roofline edges.
Inverter Placement
String inverters are mounted at height (minimum 2.1 m) in a locked electrical room or behind anti-tamper enclosures. Trexon recommends this room be kept locked at all times during school hours.
DC Cable Management
All DC cabling (which remains live even when the inverter is off, during daylight) is routed through conduit, not exposed on walls. MC4 connectors are secured and covered.
Emergency Shutdown
A clearly labelled rapid shutdown switch (compliant with IEC 62109) is installed near the main distribution board, enabling teachers or BOMBA to isolate the system within seconds.
Installation Timing
We schedule all kindergarten installations during school holidays (mid-year break or year-end) so children are never on campus during roof works. Final commissioning and testing is completed before the school term resumes.
Educational Display Panel
A tamper-proof, display-only monitoring screen can be installed in the reception or a classroom — showing real-time solar generation. Children interact only with this screen, never with live equipment.
Solar ATAP & NEM Benefits for Kindergartens and Preschools
From January 2026, Malaysia's solar export scheme transitioned to Solar ATAP (GP/ST/No. 60/2025), replacing NEM 3.0. Kindergartens fall under the non-domestic category and qualify for Solar ATAP under the commercial tariff structure. Here is what this means for your centre:
Export credits at SMP rate
Any solar electricity your kindergarten generates but does not use during the day is exported to TNB at the Average System Marginal Price (SMP). This credit offsets your nighttime or weekend consumption — reducing your bill further.
No monthly credit carry-forward
Under Solar ATAP, unused credits reset monthly. For kindergartens (closed weekends and public holidays), this means a slightly smaller-sized system is optimal — typically sized to cover 70–80% of school-day consumption rather than 100% to avoid forfeited exports.
SEDA registration handled by Trexon
Trexon is a SEDA-registered Registered PV Service Provider (RPVSP). We handle the full ATAP application — SEDA registration, TNB metering change, CCC assessment — at no extra charge as part of the installation package.
GITA for private kindergartens
Private kindergartens operating as companies (Sdn Bhd) can claim the Green Investment Tax Allowance (GITA) — a 100% capital allowance on the solar system cost, claimable against statutory income. This means you can offset the full solar cost against taxable income, reducing your corporate tax bill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kindergarten Solar
Can my kindergarten still go solar if we rent the premises?
Yes, if you have a lease of at least 5 years remaining and the landlord's written consent. Trexon provides a standard landlord consent letter template. The solar system remains the kindergarten owner's asset and can be transferred or removed at lease end (removal cost is minimal — typically RM 2,000–4,000).
Will the solar installation disrupt classes?
No. Trexon schedules all rooftop work during school holidays. Electrical work (DB connections, inverter installation) is completed in a single day and may require a 2–4 hour electricity interruption, which we coordinate on a non-school day or weekend.
Is there a minimum system size for Solar ATAP application?
No. For non-domestic (commercial) premises, SEDA and TNB accept Solar ATAP applications from 1 kWp and above. A 3 kWp system qualifies fully. The practical minimum for meaningful ROI is around 5 kWp given installation fixed costs.