By Dr Siti Mariam Ed.D In the colorful, dynamic world of preschool education, every child brings their unique spectrum of light. Among these young learners are children with special needs, whose distinct challenges and abilities necessitate an equally distinct educational approach. This is where specialized teacher training becomes not just beneficial but essential for classroom success. Preschool teachers lay the foundation for lifelong learning. For a child with special needs, this foundational phase is crucial. Specialized training empowers teachers with the skills to identify and address ..read more

by Reginal Allyn The beautiful thing about children is how they learn about life and societal norms, among other things, in a natural way through play. A child's innate propensity towards drama is evident as pretend play emerges as early as 18 months of age. Pretend play involves children imagining scenarios, acting out different roles and following the rules prescribed by those roles.  Role-playing and Improvisation are just some of the Drama skills that children are exposed to in regular Drama classes. In the Early Childhood Environment (ECE), Drama plays a pivotal role in the developm ..read more

The PCF NE-B 1st District Meeting wrapped up with a resounding success, leaving a profound impression on all attendees. Among the distinguished guest speakers was Su Fen, our esteemed CEO and founder, who shared her insights and journey on Leadership.  In her captivating address, Su Fen delved into her personal leadership journey, unveiling the guiding principles encapsulated in her title, 'Leading with ABC and Crayons.' Through engaging anecdotes and profound reflections, she illuminated the essence of leadership, blending structured fundamentals with the vibrant creativity symbolized b ..read more

In a heartwarming display of community spirit and generosity, our Project Replay @ PlayPan recently brought joy to the children of NeuGen, TOUCH Childcare, Healthy Start, and The Moral Childcare. This initiative, organised by Preschool Market, aimed to provide these young beneficiaries with a memorable experience that provides them the joy of "shopping" for preloved toys and books with hands-on crafting activities using recyclable materials at the end of the session.  The children's faces lit up with excitement as they arrived at the event, eager to explore the array of preloved toys gen ..read more

Last Saturday marked a joyous occasion for Project Replay @ PlayPan, as families from Sengkang East gathered for a heartwarming event organized by Preschool Market. The event aimed to bring families together, promote sustainability through the collection of preloved toys, and foster creativity with interesting craft activities. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and laughter as families headed down to Project Replay @ PlayPan to participate in this unique experience. The event was not just about collecting preloved toys; it was a testament to the community's spirit of giving back and f ..read more

Project Replay is an inspiring initiative by Preschool Market and Kindred Studio SG (Preschool Market's social initiative), where we aim to spread joy by repurposing preloved toys and books, giving them a new lease on life. Project Replay represents a pivotal component of Kindred Studio SG's broader sustainability efforts. As an extension of our commitment to providing free recyclable resources for preschool educators through our warehouses, Project Replay takes a step further. It's an embodiment of our belief in the transformative power of reusing, upcycling, and turning every play moment in ..read more

Star Learners @ Hougang took on a commendable initiative this year, aligning with the SSDB theme of "Let’s be a zero waste hero." The project, in collaboration with Project Replay @ PlayPan, aimed to instill the values of reducing, reusing, and recycling in the children, promoting environmental responsibility and resourcefulness. The journey brought forth valuable lessons and contributions from both children and parents. Reducing, Reusing, Recycling: The children at Star Learners @ Hougang embarked on a 4 to 6-week journey to understand the lifestyle of a zero waste hero. Through video clips ..read more

By Elizabeth Wu In the world of Early Childhood Education (ECE), the significance of parents goes beyond just participation – they are crucial allies. Influenced by insights from the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and thinkers like McKay, my path in ECE advocates for a vital shift in Singapore: evolving from basic parent involvement to authentic parent engagement. This isn’t just about semantics; it's about building real, two-way partnerships between families and ECE centres. True Parent Engagement In Singapore, the terms 'parent involvement' and 'parent enga ..read more

1. Have fun at Chaos Lab Image credit: Chaos Lab, Fever Embark on a journey of scientific wonderment as Chaos Lab Singapore opens its doors for the year-end holidays! With 11 interactive activity stations inspired by various science themes, Chaos Lab promises to spark imagination and adventure in our budding Einsteins. Engage in mesmerizing experiences, including playing with illuminating AR Sand, crafting sand sculptures that come to life with vibrant colors under a motion sensor projector, creating your own take-home slime, and bouncing around the lively Bubbling Ball Pit. 2. Visit a Zoo or ..read more

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