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Learning the Perks of a Multicultural Society
These kids are learning the upside of embracing each other’s cultures
My Sunny Yellow Chair
A cheery story!
Helping children through the anxieties of COVID-19
If you’ve got little worriers at home, we’ve got some advice on how to help them through these scary times
Transitioning from nursery to primary
How this school has learnt to nurture and make it easier
Pitch-perfect innovation!
Their future’s so bright, they’ve gotta wear shades!
How are STEM and STEAM taught?
You’ve heard the acronyms but what does it all mean?
New campus for Nexus International School
This was quite a feat!
30 preschools & kindergartens reviewed
Parents give their views and recommendations
5 Online Dangers for Kids
If you allow your children to spend time online, here’s how to manage it
Career guidance & tips for uni applications
Wondering where to get advice?
Brighton College (SG) – Take a look around!
It has an English curriculum with a small school feel
The new face at Dover Court
Find out who he is and what he loves about living here
Making the earth cool again
Conservation and recycling projects are key!
Your next family-friendly adventure!
Family-friendly destinations from yachts to cycling
Being an expat stay-at-home-dad!
Originally from Vancouver, KEN WATT moved here with his
School activities with a lot of heart
Service learning and community work that can change mind-sets
Seriously cool kids’ furniture
Safety, storage and style are key
Top skate parks for adrenaline junkies
Here are the best spots around town to practice skateboarding and pick up tricks
Which is the best curriculum?
We’ve get the low-down on these!
Outdoor learning programmes for kids
Check out these fantastic outdoor programmes
Kids’ rugby clubs in Singapore
Here are five to check out!
Want your kids to learn through play?
Check out these play-based preschools and learning centres
A practical guide to Dad jokes
We promise it will help!
20 lunches the kids will love
Running out of healthy yet yummy lunch ideas for the little ones?
Something new for international schools
A core education at half the price
Counselling for kids: Where to go
Get some help at these centres in Singapore
Review Crew: Kids test cupcakes!
Trying to figure out where to get cupcakes for your little one’s birthday? Don’t worry! The Mini Review Crew has you covered.
A new play-based, inquiry-led preschool
Find out what goes on at this new campus in Mountbatten!
Being a teenager in Singapore: Top 10 areas and places to hang out
We asked expat teen Zazie Atkinson to give us the low-down on her favourite spots to chill in Singapore
12 incredible high school trips
Would your child like to go on one of these?
Music & performing arts for your kids
These students are loving what they do!
Fun ways to be active with your kids
Be involved and get fit at the same time!
Meet the new High School principal
She’s from a little town in Northern Ireland!
Living in Johor – what’s it like?
JASON FOX and his wife MAKI tell us the pros and cons
Thinking about a boarding school?
Learn about them all here.
Is your little one ready for school?
Check out these Early Years choices
Running a kids’ gym in Singapore
We chat with Philomena Cannon-Brookes, founder of Power Kids Gym
Fun CCAs your kids will love!
What’s on offer at our international schools!
15 of the best picnic spots in Singapore
Make the most of the outdoors with a picnic – we’ve found some of the top spots in parks and gardens in Singapore
Preschool trips your kids will want to do
From art galleries, playing with otters to growing their own vegetables, these are some very lucky kids!
A structured day keeps the doc away
Here are some handy tips
Teen angst: yours or theirs?
How to make it all better!
A chat with Dr Vanessa Von Auer
With her background she opened a school
Where to buy scooters for kids
Here are some cool ones!
3 tips to settle your kids into preschool
Knowing you’ll come back is really important
It’s time for a good family portrait
Make sure you don’t miss capturing those precious family moments
Sports for all at these international schools
Tennis, swimming, gymnastics, table tennis – the choices are almost endless!
The perfect lunchbox drink
It’s packed with natural antioxidants!
Fun & sporty activities for kids!
Want to get the kids off their devices?
19 great play areas for kids
Our roundup of children’s indoor play areas and parks
10 cool things to do with kids in Singapore
Check out these fun spots!
FAQs: Pregnancy & exercising
It’s safe and good for you and your baby to exercise while you’re pregnant.
Support for learning differences
From special education schools to therapy centres, here are some specialists that can help!
What’s best: Structured or unstructured?
What will work best for your child?
The IB diploma: What you need to know
Before you start, here are some facts
10 cool things for teens to do in Singapore
There’s plenty of ways for teenagers to entertain themselves on this island. Here are a few of the best.
An all in one arts programme for kids
Playwriting, prop making, acting and singing
Kids: When to get their eyes checked
There are a few telltale signs
How to rock the IB Diploma exam
Advice from an international student who scored a near perfect 44 out of 45 points
Earning university credits at high school
High schools are offering students the opportunity to earn university credits before ever stepping foot on a college campus.
Schools in Bali, what’s a good choice?
A school for a growing number of families who are making Bali their home base
Things to do with kids in Dempsey
Keep them busy and happy!
Meet Dr JP Rader the new Director at ICS
An interesting journey
Getting the kids back on track
Help them with some enrichment classes
Being an Ambassador for a day
Thirteen girls won our Ambassador for a Day contest
Best children’s party venues in Singapore
The top party places across the city for kids, outdoor activities to indoor arts, we’ve got it covered
Where to go for contact girls rugby
If your daughter is keen to play “proper” contact rugby in Singapore, she can!
National Service: An expat perspective
Two mums and sons share their stories.
5 wily ways to get kids to love reading
Want to get your kids to love reading?
Family fun things to do – kids, teens & big kids!
We’ve scouted out some of the best places for fun, come rain, (haze) or shine!
A principal with principles
She’s as excited about Singapore as this school is to have her.
Life skills for special kids
MSIS Principal DARYL VAN HALE explains how the school goes beyond academics to teach kids everything from brushing their teeth to safely crossing the road.
Moving with kids
Specialist consultant and ICF coach DR SARAH WHYTE shares how she helps expat families cope with the ups and downs of relocation.
Where to get children’s shoes
Check out this store!
What are universities looking for?
Get expert tips from Collegewise
Are global students still relevant?
In an age of rising nationalism, where does this leave our kids?
Is Chinese Immersion a good idea for kids?
9 answers you need to know before signing on the dotted line
This will save you a bundle on fees
If you’re looking at preschools, pop into this Welcome Day.
How relevant is coding for kids?
What is it and how can they benefit from it!
The 1 question you shouldn’t ask kids
And it’s one probably everyone has asked at least once.
Applying for university – need help?
Get some expert guidance
Swim classes for all ages and levels
Enrol in this swim school at Suntec City!
What your kids are really doing online
We asked; they answered!
Check out this very affordable new school
Head to an Open Day at this new school where annual fees are around $15K
Who’s turning one?
Checking in on one of the new affordable school’s inaugural year
10 Fun things for teenagers to do
We roped in teenager Anushka to give us the low-down on her favourite ways to keep entertained in Singapore
He uses Singapore as his “classroom”
Who says learning requires four walls and a blackboard? This teacher takes learning to some of Singapore’s best outdoor sites.
For kids who are serious about STEAM!
Pre-K too young to start STEAM? No way, says this school.
Academic ‘Summer’ Schools: Will they get your child into an overseas university?
Could academic summer programmes help your child get a leg-up when it comes to university admissions? EL takes a closer look
Getting a headstart for uni
Find out more about this summer programme for teens
Odyssey Orchard is open!
Accepting preschoolers now
A wonderful experience for budding Picassos
These exhibitions show us just what can be achieved through these art classes!
Fun learning for little ones at Dempsey
Play centres, preschools and more all in one area
And they’re off!
It’s time to leave school – what will these graduates miss most?
Want your tot to be a Mucky pup?
Fun games, activities and more at this playgroup
Don’t know much about IB? Read this.
If IB convos go right over your head, here’s a primer to get you going.
A camp that’s 1/2 sports fun and 1/2 learning
Soccer, rock climbing and… neuroscience? Get 10% off this amazing holiday camp.
How to talk to your kids about special needs
What’s the best way to respond when kids ask about people with special needs?
Scouts, Guides and other group activities for kids
Looking for a suitable group activity for your growing child? Check out our list of Guides, Scouts and other groups for kids