CAROUSEL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
Lorna Whiston Schools, #03-18/ #04-22 United Square, tel: 6253-7688/ 6251-7662. www.lornawhiston.com
WHEN Nov 24-28, 9am-5pm.
FOR KIDSAged five to 10.
WHATEnglish classes just got more fun with these themed classes for different age groups – Monster Madness (five to six years old), Fantasy Pets (seven to eight years old) and Animal Magic (nine to 10 years old) – that will boost their imagination and communication skills, and love for the written word. The programme has daily English enrichment, creative art, and speech and drama classes. It also includes a day trip to the Singapore Zoo, where kids will work on project-based language-learning activities.
HOW MUCH$749 a child.
CATCH THE READING BUG
British Council Singapore, at their various centres. www.britishcouncil.sg
WHEN Nov 24-28, 9am-1pm.
FOR KIDS Aged seven to 10, with levels for Primary 1 and 2, and Primary 3 and 4.
WHAT Help Junior cultivate the habit of burying his nose in a good book. The course aims to power up his reading comprehension skills and vocabulary, and help him hone his writing proficiency – for example, by paying attention to character descriptions in stories or essays. Kids also get to practice reading aloud for clarity and expression – useful in oral examinations and for improving their overall communication.
HOW MUCH $640 a child.
FUNTASTIC ACHIEVERS PROGRAMME
Mind Edge Learning Academy, #13-09 Singapore Post Centre, 10 Eunos Road 8, tel: 6345-1618. www.mindedge.com.sg
WHEN Every Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov 18-Dec 10, 10am-1.30pm.
FOR KIDS Aged seven to 12, with lower-primary and upper-primary sessions.
WHAT Arm your kids with the know-how to ace their school life. The fun, innovative classes are conducted using Mind Edge's specially-designed study frameworks that help kids develop a love for learning, and inspire self-motivation. Upper-primary kids are equipped with memory techniques and problem-solving skills; they'll also pick up useful life lessons like goal-setting, time management and managing their emotions under stress.
HOW MUCH Call 6345-1618 to enquire about course fees.
CHINESE IMMERSION PROGRAMME
The Art Of Learning Chinese Enrichment Centre, #01-02A Siglap South Community Centre, 6 Palm Road, tel: 6448-2118. www.talc.com.sg
WHEN Two sessions: Nov 17-19 and Dec 8-10, 9am-5pm.
FOR KIDS Aged three to 12.
WHAT If Junior is struggling with Mandarin, this programme may help him develop some interest in it. Kids first get comfortable through creative play, like speech and drama as well as art and crafts, conducted in Mandarin. They'll also learn to appreciate Chinese culture through idioms, songs, poetry and calligraphy. Two field trips take place during the camp: clay-making at a dragon kiln and a baking class at Tott. Lunch and tea are provided.
HOW MUCH $600 a child. Discounts apply for Passion card members, siblings or when you refer a friend.
This article was originally published in Simply Her November 2014.