Singapore Preschool Enrichment Programmes

Singapore preschool enrichment programmes serve to provide the children with holistic development. These are some of the optional enrichment programmes that Phyllis Riccia School offers for parents to choose from.

Singapore Preschool Enrichment Programmes

PERSONALISED READING PROGRAMME

AVAILABLE IN BOTH ENGLISH & MANDARIN

The personalised reading programme improves the language proficiency of our students and helps teachers systematically track their language progress and development during their time at Phyllis Riccia School.

THE PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMME

AVAILABLE IN BOTH ENGLISH & MANDARIN

The performing arts programme which encompasses speech, music, dance and drama is tailored to encourage creativity and to invoke a sense of interest in artistic expression while spurring our students’ imagination. This may include rhymes, plays, or musicals that will expose them to a diverse range of emotions and culture which will help to add flair to a child’s personality growth.

Creative Art

FUN WITH CREATIVE ART PROGRAMME

This programme involves a more hands-on approach and encourages children to paint, draw and design their works of art. While it is important to be proficient in logical aspects of education like Science and Math, children must learn to express their creativity in the form of tangible art in the form of drawings or even origami. Being creative often translates into better problem-solving skills which is why this programme remains a pertinent part of the Phyllis Riccia School curriculum.

OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE

Since 2003, the Singapore Ministry of Education has shifted its pre-school curriculum policy to emphasize more child-centred instruction and play.

The value of play-based learning is emphasized in the early childhood education curriculum, and research shows that children’s learning achievements are higher in play-based programmes than in academic-focused early childhood programmes.

At Phyllis Riccia School, outdoor play is incorporated into the curriculum for all programmes at all levels.

MOVE & GROOVE ACTIVE KIDS PROGRAMME

Physical fitness and health are very important and thus, this programme has children involved in a variety of physical activities. This programme is in place to ensure that your children maintain their physical fitness and remain healthy throughout their early years.

FUN WITH HANYU PINYIN

ONLY FOR KINDERGARTEN 2

The Hanyu pinyin learning Programme for Kindergarten 2 children enhances the continuity of language development of children whose mother tongue is Mandarin, especially in preparing these children for formal schooling. It bridges into children’s learning of Hanyu Pinyin when they enter Primary One. Children acquire proper pronunciation in Mandarin using rhymes, songs, movement, games, and phonics exercises.

READY-FOR-FORMAL SCHOOL PROGRAMME

ONLY FOR KINDERGARTEN 2

This programme gives Kindergarten 2 children a foretaste of formal schooling through the experience of classroom settings and activities. This provides children with concrete preparation for the transition from early childhood to formal learning settings. It stimulates a positive approach to the transition and motivates children towards the new experiences they will have in primary school.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE

    • The Extended Language Programme to Polish Grammar, Reading Comprehension Skills and Creative Writing Skills
    • Power Mathematics and Creative Thinking
    • Art and Craft
    • Music, Movement, Speech, and Drama
    • Sensory Play
    • Gross and Fine Motor Skills Development
    • Team-Building Games

Kindergarten 2 pupils also visit a primary school to experience what school life is all about and help them assimilate better when they embark on their primary education.

EXTERNAL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMES

Provided by external teams, these programmes are optional and are scheduled for the afternoon after the daily core objectives have been completed. These programmes are ­not included in the main fees.

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BEARY FUN GYM

Beary Fun Gym primarily focuses on gymnastics and fitness for children. These gym classes teach children confidence, coordination, and more. They cater to children aged 3 to 12. More information on Beary Fun Gym can be found on https://bearyfungym.com/

VIOLIN CLASSES

Conducted and taught by a professional violinist, children will have an opportunity to learn to play complex and elegant instruments in a child-friendly environment. What’s more, the children will have the opportunity to have so much fun performing on stage in a violin ensemble with their friends!

ROBOTICS & CODING WITH BRAINERY

With the surge in importance of coding and robotics in the ever-growing field of technology, children must be well equipped with basic coding skills. Helmed by experts at “The Brainery Code”, the robotics & coding programme will introduce children to the realm of robotics & coding and serve as an introduction to the field.

Additional information can be found at https://www.thebrainerycode.com/

SOCCAJOEYS

Being one of the world’s popular sports, there is no doubt that some of your children are fans of the sport. With Soccajoey, children can have the opportunity to play soccer. Conducted by Soccajoey, the program targets children aged 2-11 and is led by professional soccer experts.

More information can be found on https://soccajoeys.com.au/