As announced by the Ministry of Education (MOE) on 13 August 2019 (Tuesday), the school term for all MOE primary and secondary schools is set to begin on 2 January 2020 and end on 20 November 2020. For students in their first year of Junior College (JC) or Millennia Institute (MI), school starts on 5...
Parents in Singapore often send their children to enrichment programmes as a way of discovering or developing an interest in a certain subject or to provide them with the opportunity to gain confidence in social settings. Of the many enrichment programmes available in Singapore, speech and drama classes for kids remain a popular choice for...
In recent years, there has been a discussion in the education sector about reducing class sizes, especially in primary schools. Research has shown that a smaller number of students in one class will allow the teachers to offer better attention to each child, as compared to a 1:30 ratio at the lower primary levels right...
A toddler’s brain is like a sponge, where their inquisitive mind absorbs new knowledge every day. The early years of a child are without a doubt most essential to their literacy formation and language development. To spark your toddler’s interest in Chinese, start by exposing them to the language as early as possible. By incorporating...
In Singapore, it is very common to see children attending after-school classes from as young as kindergarten. These after-school classes are highly sought after by parents who perceive the extra lessons to be both academically and emotionally beneficial for their children. Many times when parents have been asked for their opinions on sending their children...
In Singapore, it is very common to see children attending after-school classes from as young as kindergarten. These after-school classes are highly sought after by parents who perceive the extra lessons to be both academically and emotionally beneficial for their children. Many times when parents have been asked for their opinions on sending their children...
In recent years, more and more parents have started enrolling their children in enrichment classes as soon as they turn three years of age. Many parents perceive that the younger their children are, the better it would be for their brains to absorb the lessons. It is not uncommon to see kids below the age...
It’s time to choose a childcare centre for your precious children – but you are overwhelmed with options. There are so many schools of thought and so many different curricula. Which is the best option for your children? On the other hand, you wonder if you will be able to squeeze another destination into your...
Our world is a busy one with many things happening every second. Things that distract us and divert our attention can stimulate multiple senses like sight, smell and sound. Children are by nature more sensitive to these distractions. If you notice that your child cannot keep their focus when you are reading a short story...
Looking for a quality preschool that provides a well-rounded education for your little one? Preschool open houses are a good opportunity to give you a peek into what goes on inside the school beyond reading about it from their website or brochure. At preschool open houses, you will hear first-hand about the curriculum from the...
