Key Programmes
Student-centric values-driven holistic education
At Peiying Primary School, the underpinning philosophy of teaching and learning is the belief that every child can learn, improve and fulfil his potential to become contributing citizens. The school seeks to stretch the potential of its students, build character and enrich lives. With the student at the centre of the curriculum, the school adopts various pedagogies to engage and motivate as we deliver content knowledge and skills with the infusion of core values in a safe and nurturing environment. The key programmes in the school are specially planned and designed to stretch the potential in each and every child to make learning at Peiying fun and meaningful.
Applied Learning Programme (ALP): Project THINK (Thinking Holistic Innovative Networked Kids) for Home Earth since 2019
Project THINK for Home Earth is focused on environment education and is designed to enable P1 to P6 students to be ‘future-ready’. This is done by enabling them to be environmentally literate individuals who can understand environmental issues and how human decisions affect environmental quality. Through this programme, students will learn how to use the knowledge they have about the environment to problem-solve and derive innovative solutions.
Project THINK for Home Earth is dedicated to environmental education, empowering Primary 1 to Primary 6 students to become ‘future-ready’ through a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues and the impact of human decisions on environmental quality. The program aims to cultivate environmentally literate individuals who can effectively problem-solve and create innovative solutions. Simultaneously, it is driven by a heartfelt commitment to proactive environmental stewardship in the face of climate change and ecological challenges. By fostering a generation of students who not only comprehend the complexities of these issues but also embrace values such as foresight and kindness towards both the environment and one another, the initiative integrates 21st-century competencies like critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication. This holistic approach encourages students to develop the skills necessary to navigate and address global challenges while embedding a sense of responsibility, compassion, and the joy of learning. Ultimately, the goal is to promote informed and caring choices that positively impact communities and the planet, fostering a future of learning where empathy and respect are at the core of their actions.
Code for Fun
All P3 & P4 students go through a 20-hour Robotics programme that spans two years. Students starts learning the fundamentals of computational thinking at Primary 3 and the programme is continued at Primary 4.
This programme offers a fun and interactive way for students to learn programming skills. In addition, it enhances logical thinking, analytical skills and how students organise data. The skills learnt are subsequently applied in the Project Work of the students.
Learning for Life Programme (LLP)
A unique feature of Peiying Primary School is our ‘Adventure Tower’, which supports the emphasis given to Sports and Outdoor Education. Sports and Outdoor Education has a natural affordance for students to clarify and act on their personal values and demonstrate positive emotions and social behaviours. The interaction and problem-solving nature of sports and outdoor education activities allows students to have numerous instances to communicate and interact positively with others, source for information and as well to think critically and creatively. These are important skills which are necessary for 21st century living.
Leveraging the school’s strengths in Sports and Outdoor Education, in 2014, we conceptualised Sports, Character Development and Adventure Learning Experiences@Peiying - SCALE@Peiying as a Learning for Life Programme (LLP). It is a 6-year sports and outdoor education programme that provides students with real-life experiential learning to develop their character and values, cultivate positive attitudes, self-expression and strengthen their interaction skills. SCALE@PEIYING resonates the importance of character development as an integral part of holistic education and is aligned to MOE DOEs and the school’s SVOs.
Celebration of Learning - For students, by students
This is a platform that was first created in 2012 for students to share their knowledge and demonstrate skills such as communication and collaboration. In addition, attitudes that reflect school core values taught and learnt across all subject disciplines can be manifested. It is held at the end of Term 4.
The competencies learnt by students are creatively put to use as each team from P3 to P6 is given the choice to select the subject and topic they want to work on. Students set up booths to share their scientific investigations, show how something works or challenge others with mathematics or language games. In addition to being self-directed learners, and being involved in decision-making, Celebration of Learning challenges the entrepreneurial dare in students.
Arts and Cultural Experience Programme (ACE)
Students from P3 – P6 gain exposure to the rich cultural heritage in Singapore through the school-wide ACE programme. This provides different platforms for our students to learn more about our multi-racial community and strengthen the Singapore Spirit.
Through this programme our students learn to appreciate our diverse cultural heritage through activities that range from learning to play in a kompang group to picking up Chinese Opera skills.
Project Work
At Peiying, Project Work is an immersive learning experience that encourages students to connect and apply knowledge across multiple subjects, enabling them to view challenges from diverse perspectives. Through this integrated approach, students work on real-life projects that require them to think critically, solve problems, and develop creative solutions. In the process, they hone essential 21st Century skills such as collaboration, where they work as a team to brainstorm, plan, and execute tasks; communication, where they learn to present ideas clearly and listen to others; and independent learning, where they take ownership of their work and seek out resources to support their growth. Project Work is not just about completing a task; it’s about developing the skills and mindset needed for lifelong learning. By engaging in these projects, students are better prepared to adapt and thrive in a fast-evolving world, equipping them with the tools to tackle future challenges with confidence, resilience, and creativity.
Scientopia
Scientopia is a Science board game that enhances the joy of learning. It is a Peiying innovation that seeks to engage our students in the learning of Science in a fun and interactive way. It is a board game that closely parallels the Primary Science Syllabus, making its use in class seamless. Scientopia helps students understand and appreciate the world around them better. Scientopia is developed to incorporate values education in the teaching and learning of Science. For instance, students learn that perseverance and integrity are critical as a scientist works on their research and in writing their research papers.
MTL Innovative Projects
In line with the culture of learning and innovation, the MTL department develops T&L programmes to cater to students’ needs, interests and talents. CL Write & Learn project integrates Experiential Learning and Formative Assessment in the process of learning. It makes writing fun for all lower primary students. The Tamil Language Oral Package is a customised resource for lower primary students to learn TL oral skills in a fun, interesting and authentic manner. The ebook project by P6 Malay Language students has been extended to Language learning. The ebooks created by the students are used to engage ML students in interactive language activities.
P2 Sensory Experience: Fostering Empathy in the PRIDE Garden
“Harvest with Care, A Future We Can Share!”
The Primary 2 Sensory Programme aims to nurture empathy in students by connecting them with nature. In the PRIDE Garden, students engage with plants like curry leaves, laksa leaves, and chili plants, exploring their scents, textures, and roles in our daily lives. Through this hands-on experience, students learn to appreciate the care and effort that goes into growing these plants, fostering a deeper understanding of how all living things rely on one another.
The programme highlights the importance of caring for the environment, reducing waste, and maintaining clean surroundings. Students discover the life cycle of plants and the dedication required to nurture them.
By interacting with the plants and reflecting on their impact, students develop empathy for gardeners and the natural world. They are encouraged to take this newfound empathy home by caring for a plant and practicing sustainable habits.
This meaningful experience inspires students to show care for their environment,
embodying the message: “Harvest with Care, A Future We Can Share!”