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| Primary Curriculum - English |
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Philosophy
SCGS believes in a holistic approach in the teaching of English Language and Literature. English Language competency is essential for communicating in the real world - it provides opportunities for personal development and promotes confidence in social interaction. Literature stimulates one’s sensitivity to how language can persuade and arouse emotions. Through Literature, girls will learn to appreciate the human condition and in the process, understand life in all its multifaceted dimensions. We also develop their appreciation for language, drama and the arts through our teaching of Literature. We aim to empower girls to think, write and speak confidently, and hence prepare them for meaningful roles in society.
Programme
The SCGS English programme places great emphasis on developing oratory, aural and drama skills. Our Speech and Drama lessons build the girls’ confidence in speaking and articulating their ideas. Through classroom activities such as choral recitation, Show and Ask, and the Readers’ Theatre, girls will learn to be eloquent speakers of the English Language.
Our teaching style also hones critical thinking, reading, comprehension and creative writing skills. We believe in providing the girls with a global perspective through their study of the English Language. The study of current affairs is integrated into the curriculum – girls will analyse news articles, reflect on the world around them, and learn to express their thoughts through journal-writing, short film making and blogging.
The Enhanced Literature Programme prepares students for our Language Arts Programme at Secondary 1. This programme seamlessly integrates social and cultural themes, Philosophy and literary elements. For example, at Primary 4, the girls will study a selection of classics such as Heidi and Secret Garden, and explore the theme of oppression with reference to the works of Martin Luther King Jr. They will also explore the plot, character, language and setting of the novels. Literary devices such as metaphors, alliteration, tone, symbolism and irony are studied through poetry and creative writing.
Our programme also features a multitude of enrichment modules designed to further enhance their study of English beyond the confines of the classroom. Girls may, for example, try their hand at news broadcasting and interview techniques through the Broadcasting and Journalism module. The Arts Creative Empowerment module uses a combination of workshops involving research, writing, oral presentations and drama-driven activities to enable pupils to create a performance, display or publication. Some will also be trained to think on the spot and speak off-the-cuff through games and role play during the Spontaneous Speaking Workshop.
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| Primary Curriculum – Chinese |
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Philosophy
With the rise of China as a new economic powerhouse, a good command of the Chinese Language and an understanding of Chinese traditions is an essential asset in today’s society. The SCGS Chinese Language Programme is aimed at equipping girls with competency in using the language as a communication tool, as well as developing in them an appreciation for the richness of Chinese culture and history. We want to help girls gain awareness of their cultural identity, find their roots and master the art of communicating in Chinese.
Programme
Our teaching is focused on developing reading, writing and oratory skills through a variety of activities, such as creative writing and Speech and Drama Lessons. It is also our aim to help girls cultivate the habit of reading Chinese books. They are exposed to various kinds of literature at different levels, such as picture books and bridging books at the lower primary, and short stories at the upper primary.
Our Programme places emphasis on reading and character recognition. At Primary 1 and 2, our teachers expose pupils to vocabulary in the Primary 1 to 4 curricula. This is to develop word recognition skills, and to facilitate the girls’ advanced reading. The girls will also undertake supplementary reading and weekly assessments after each unit to reinforce their abilities to recognise the words taught.
We believe in making the Chinese Language come to life outside the textbooks. Our department has developed the Chinese Language Appreciation Programme (CLAP). CLAP familiarizes the pupils with the Chinese language and culture through interactive activities such as Chinese opera, tongue twisters, idioms, Chinese IQ questions, songs, classical poetry, folk tales and comic appreciation. Activities during the Chinese New Year celebrations also serve to further enhance the girls’ appreciation for Chinese culture. Selected students will also have the opportunity to participate in an overseas cultural research project such as the Overseas Immersion Programme in Suzhou and Taiwan for Primary 5 students.
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| Primary Curriculum - Malay |
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Philosophy
The Malay Language abounds with cultural and literary riches that provide insights to an integral aspect of our multicultural society. The SCGS Malay Language Programme seeks to equip girls with skills to communicate effectively with the Malay Language, and to develop in them an appreciation for Malay heritage. We believe that our role is to impart knowledge of the customs, practices and positive values advocated in the Malay culture through the use of language.
Programme
Our programme emphasizes the use of Malay literature and folktales in teaching. It is our aim to help students cultivate the lifelong habit of reading Malay books. Each year, girls study a selection of books and poetry on which class assignments are based.
Lessons in the lower primary concentrate on building a strong foundation in listening, reading and speaking Malay. Girls participate in the choral reading of folk songs (Lagu-lagu Pusaka) as a class, and also enact literary or traditional Malay Opera (Bangsawan) characters in the Readers’ Theatre, thus developing their fluency in reading and building their confidence in public speaking. To expand their vocabulary, they will also recite and analyse tongue twisters and rhymes (pantun).
In the upper primary, writing and oratory skills are further developed. The composition and delivery of duologues based on characters in their literature texts, or a newscaster’s script to report an incident in the text are some of the interactive and enjoyable creative writing assignments that girls will undertake. As part of the school’s Information Communication Technology (ICT) Programme, the digital media is also employed to enhance the curriculum, such as in the use of software to record interviews that they have scripted, or to create a jingle and poster to advertise products featured in the text.
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| Primary Curriculum - Tamil |
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Philosophy
Teeming with the richness of the Tamil culture and tradition, the Tamil Language is not only a means of communication, but also a window to the Tamil-speaking community, India and the world. The SCGS Tamil Language Programme aims to develop competent and confident writers and speakers of the Tamil Language. The emergence of India as a world powerhouse has heightened the importance of understanding the Indian culture. Through the teaching of the Tamil Language, we want to equip girls with the ability to communicate effectively in Tamil, and help them appreciate the beauty of Tamil language and heritage, thus preparing them for the world stage.
Programme
The SCGS Tamil Language Programme is structured to give students a strong foundation in writing and oratory. At each level, teachers focus on different skills in the language through classroom activities designed to engage and enthral.
At Primary 1 and 2, we place great emphasis on strengthening conversation skills. Girls will learn the art of conversing in the Tamil language, and will have opportunities to practice speaking the language in classroom discussions and presentations. Our specially devised teaching tools such as picture cards and word cards also serve as visual aids to help girls expand their vocabulary and internalise what they have learnt.
The girls’ oratory and writing skills are further developed at Primary 3 and 4. Using tongue twisters, we teach girls to pronounce and enunciate words accurately, and help them master speed in reciting the tongue twisters. Poetry appreciation is also a key feature in our programme. Girls will study a selection of Tamil poetry, and learn to express their creativity through language by composing and illustrating their own poems.
At Primary 5 and 6, girls will embark on various creative writing tasks. They will study the use of phrasal verbs in sentence construction, and will undertake class assignments to practice using appropriate phrasal verbs in the correct context. In addition, they are exposed to a wide spectrum of creative writing topics - from Famous Tamil Heroes and Heroines, to global issues such as environmental concerns. Through class debates and discussions on the topics given, the girls are stimulated to think and write from different perspectives.
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| Primary Curriculum - Social Studies |
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Philosophy
SCGS aims to help girls develop sensitivity to society and the world around them. We want them to have empathy towards others, and to contribute responsibly and sensibly to our multi-cultural and multi-religious society. In the globalised world, we believe in helping them learn to play an active role in ensuring that Singapore has a politically viable, socially cohesive and economically vibrant future. Through our Social Studies Programme, we hope to develop global citizens who are rooted to Singapore.
Programme
The Social Studies Syllabus focuses on issues pertaining to the historical, economic and social development of Singapore, as well as regional and international issues which affect Singapore’s development. The girls will learn about the challenges and constraints that Singapore faces, and the country’s achievements despite these difficulties. This will build their confidence in Singapore’s future, and equip them with the knowledge and perspectives to actively participate in shaping Singapore's destiny in the 21st century.
Organized around the six National Education messages, the curriculum provides a framework within which pupils can develop critical thinking skills. Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills training are integrated into the curriculum. Girls will use interactive games, textbooks and other media to conduct independent research and evaluation of information.
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| Primary Curriculum - Mathematics |
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Philosophy
The learning of Mathematics involves understanding mathematical thinking and general problem solving strategies. It involves observing, representing and investigating patterns and relationships in social and physical phenomena. Present in our environment and playing an integral role in the study of other subjects, Mathematics is a versatile and essential discipline.
SCGS recognizes Mathematics as not only an academic subject, but also an important vehicle through which the mind can be stretched, and creative reasoning skills can be honed. The SCGS Mathematics Programme will develop girls’ habits of thinking, as well as their appreciation for the beauty and depth of Mathematics. We believe in helping girls integrate and apply their mathematical skills and concepts to real world situations.
Programme
Our teachers have developed a variety of teaching methods and activities to teach heuristics, number sense and logical thinking. Our approach to teaching is focused on developing process skills and concepts in solving problem sums. We use games to introduce strategic thinking and logical reasoning. As part of the school’s Information Communication Technology (ICT) Programme, girls will also explore Mathematics while learning ICT skills through the electronic media, such as by creating a Flash Game to help them master and internalize mathematical concepts. Girls who demonstrate exceptional Mathematical ability and a strong interest in the subject will be trained to maximize their potential through the Mathematics Olympiad.
We have carefully selected and designed enrichment modules to help girls learn Mathematics in the real-world context. For example, an outdoor Mathematics trail provides opportunities to learn beyond the confines of the classroom. Modules such as ‘The Magic of Mathematics’ develops creativity by introducing Mathematics concepts beyond the syllabus in a fun and interactive learning environment, while ‘Decision Mathematics’ provides a platform for girls to try their hand at constructing algorithms and mathematical models to fit real-world situations.
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| Primary Curriculum - Science |
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Philosophy
The word "Science" comes from the Latin word “Scientia” which means “knowledge”. Science encompasses the organized body of empirical knowledge concerning the physical world, as well as the attitudes and methods through which this body of knowledge is formed.
The SCGS Science Programme has two main goals - to develop scientifically literate citizens who are prepared to adapt to a future characterized by rapid change, and to provide opportunities for the development of positive attitudes such as curiosity, open-mindedness to accept knowledge as tentative, perseverance, and concern for the environment.
Programme
At SCGS, inquiry-based lessons and practical sessions are used to facilitate the acquisition scientific knowledge, methods and skills, and the development a spirit of inquiry and sensitivity to the power of Science and technology in the 21st century. The curriculum is structured to give students a broad understanding of the natural world. To help girls understand Science in the context of the living environment, they will embark on learning trails outside the classroom, studying relationships between the climate and ecology, the flow of energy through our environment and the role of organisms in various habitats. Information Communication Technology (ICT) also complements traditional teaching and learning. Girls may, for example, use PDAs to conduct investigations and data-logging outdoors, before returning to the laboratories to analyse their findings.
Our curriculum allows girls to explore Science beyond the PSLE and GCE ‘O’ Level syllabus. We offer a range of exciting Science enrichment modules. Girls will learn about simple machines and kinetic and potential energy through toy-building through the ‘Physics through Toys’ module, while ‘Genetics’ introduces the basic cell model, DNA model and rudimentary genetics, and the ‘Amazing Science’ module encompasses a variety of hands-on activities through which girls will learn about concepts not within the pages of their textbooks, such as microorganisms in a pond or creating batteries out of fruits.
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| Primary Curriculum - Physical Education |
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Philosophy
SCGS believes in helping girls develop healthy habits for life. We recognise the value of Physical Education in a well-rounded education – we aim to impart knowledge on health and fitness, and to develop mental acuity through a better appreciation and understanding of game. Our Physical Education Programme is also focused on developing teamwork amongst the girls.
Programme
We advocate a holistic and inter-disciplinary approach to learning. This is achieved through our broad-based P.E. curriculum which caters to students of different abilities and interests. Our lessons educate the girls on healthy living and sport, and expose them to a wide selection of sports and games, such as basic ballet and Chinese dance, Acrobatics, Jazz, Gymnastics, Tennis, Basketball, Badminton and Swimming.
Our teachers have also put together the Sparks (Sports and Recreation for Kids) Programme. Taking place after the year-end examinations each year, girls of every level will participate in an activity such as inline skating, golf, swimming and synchronized swimming, bowling, archery, sandcastle building and rock climbing. Through Sparks, we aim to provide opportunities for girls to develop confidence, perseverance and a spirit of excellence.
Cultivating a strong sense of camaraderie has always been the focus of Physical Education in SCGS. Inter-class games and friendly competitions serve to foster strong bonds between the girls. Through P.E. at SCGS, girls are not only developed physically, but also learn to lead and support the people around them.
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| Primary Curriculum - Art |
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Philosophy
SCGS believes in cultivating an appreciation for aesthetics through our Art Programme. We aim to promote creativity, sensory perception and imagination through our broad-based art education that caters to pupils of different abilities and interests.
Programme
Our programme is designed to equip girls with the ability to create art forms using a variety of mediums such as ceramics, painting and 3D construction, and to help them gain a better understanding of the role of art in our society. Through the creation of visual art, we want to develop their ability to express themselves freely and creatively.
Traditional art features as an important component of our art programme, with cultural art modules such as Chinese Calligraphy, Batik Painting and Chinese Brush Painting introducing aspects of local heritage to the girls. Traditional techniques in art are complemented by digital media in our Art Programme. Girls are trained in Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills such as graphic design and Adobe Photoshop in modules such as Comic Art and Digital Art.
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| Primary Curriculum – Music |
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Philosophy
The SCGS Music Programme seeks to nurture a lifelong appreciation for the arts. We want to develop pupils' listening skills and understanding of Music through exposure to a wide range of genres. It is our aim to create in our girls an enthusiasm for the aesthetics through the study of Music.
Programme
Music lessons at SCGS harmonise the study of music theory and history, musical instruments and vocal training. Girls will learn to sing, read music, play the recorder and non-pitch percussion instruments such as hand chimes, and respond to rhythm patterns. They will also be trained to develop Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills through Digital Music modules, where they have the opportunity to create their own music.
We believe that music is not an aesthetic subject on its own, but a dynamic discipline that can be fused with language and visual art. An interdisciplinary approach is taken in the teaching of Music. Girls will embark on Music projects that require them to synthesize their knowledge and skills from different disciplines such as Language or Visual Art.
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