Key Programmes

Discover the range of Mother Tongue programmes at Seng Kang Primary School, from speech and drama to cultural learning journeys, designed to build confidence and a love for language.

Last updated 12 June 2026

Learning Mother Tongue @ SKPS

At Seng Kang Primary School, we are dedicated to crafting lessons that make learning Mother Tongue a joyful experience. Our goal is to help every SKLite become a confident speaker who appreciates their cultural heritage. We focus on building strong language skills while preparing our students with essential 21st-century competencies.

Our teachers guide students to develop communication skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. We create opportunities for SKLites to use their language in real-world settings beyond the classroom. This helps them understand the value of their Mother Tongue in a global context.

Supporting Every Learner

We believe in supporting the diverse learning needs of all SKLites. The school offers specialized tracks to ensure every child can succeed:

Higher Mother Tongue (P3–P6): This programme challenges students with strong language ability. It starts at the start of Primary 3 to deepen their fluency and linguistic skills.
Mother Tongue Support Programme (MTSP): This two-year initiative supports P3 and P4 students who need extra help. Our teachers use engaging strategies to build their confidence and improve their proficiency.
Remediation Programmes: We provide targeted help for selected students to ensure no child is left behind in their learning journey.

Fostering the Joy of Learning – MTL Department Programmes

To support SKLites to be active and proficient users of their MTL, various programmes are designed to foster the joy of learning.

1. Sing & Move @ P1

Young schoolchildren in uniforms participate in a performance, some clapping and gesturing on a decorated stage.

Three school performance scenes: boys dancing on stage, girls cheering with colorful pom-poms, and girls balancing pots on heads.

To spark an early interest in Mother Tongue, our Primary 1 SKLites participate in the "Sing & Move" programme. Students learn traditional and contemporary children’s songs paired with expressive hand signs and movements. This multisensory approach helps younger learners pick up vocabulary easily while developing a genuine love for the language through music.

2. MTL Speech and Drama @ P2

In Primary 2, all students participate in Speech and Drama programmes. These sessions help SKLites build confidence in their spoken interaction skills. By role-playing and performing, students learn to express themselves creatively and use the language in a fun, supportive environment.

Four school performance scenes showing children in colorful cultural and animal costumes on stage.

3. Readers’ Theatre @ P3 & P4

In Primary 3, our SKLites take part in the Readers’ Theatre programme. This activity focuses on oral fluency and expression without the need for memorization. By reading scripts aloud with emotion and rhythm, students improve their pronunciation and listening skills. This collaborative experience helps build their confidence and makes reading a more engaging and shared journey.

Young students in uniforms perform on stage with a rabbit slideshow, and three children act out a scene in class.

Four scenes of uniformed primary school students performing, singing, and presenting on stage and in a classroom.

Festival Celebrations

We celebrate major festivals like Pongal, Chinese New Year and Deepavali. These events help SKLites develop cross-cultural awareness and a deep respect for our diverse society.

Key Highlights:

Students learn the significance behind festive traditions, fostering mutual respect among different ethnic groups.
SKLites participate in hands-on activities that showcase the unique customs of their peers.
These celebrations strengthen racial harmony by helping students find common values across different cultures.

Four photos of schoolchildren celebrating cultural festivals including Chinese New Year, Pongal, and Hari Raya.

Children in traditional attire on stage for Hari Raya; another group poses with sunflowers in festive outfits.

Women in colorful sarees pose holding sticks; a child in Krishna costume stands before seated children in a cultural performance.

Little Reporters @ P5 & P6 (Malay Language)

In Primary 5 and 6, our Malay Language students take on the role of Little Reporters. This programme sharpens their spoken interaction and presentation skills. SKLites learn to conduct interviews, write news scripts and report on school events. These real-world tasks empower them to use the language with purpose and poise.

Three photos of school children in uniforms doing activities with microphones and papers, guided by adults indoors.

MTL Reading Programme

We strive to nurture a lifelong love for reading in every SKLite. Our programme focuses on building a strong vocabulary and improving language skills through regular engagement with books.

Our Reading Highlights:

Our School Leaders and teachers conduct MTL storytelling sessions for Lower Primary students to inspire a love for stories.
Students explore age-appropriate books during dedicated class time.
Peer-led sessions and creative puppetry make stories come alive.

Four scenes of children in school settings: a presentation, a teacher pointing at a board, and students reading Chinese books.

Mother Tongue Fortnight

Every year, SKLites participate in the Mother Tongue Fortnight. This two-week programme provides a vibrant environment for students to use their language beyond the classroom. We plan a variety of hands-on activities to help students connect with their cultural roots.

Key Highlights:

Cultural Workshops: Students engage in traditional arts such as calligraphy, batik painting, and clay modeling.
Cultural Performances: SKLites enjoy watching and participating in traditional music, dance and theater.
Learning Stations: Interactive booths offer fun games and quizzes about local customs and heritage.
Language Competitions: Students showcase their talents in storytelling, singing, and poetry recitals.

Four scenes of school children in Singapore doing cultural activities including calligraphy, a photo booth, tablet use, and a group activity.

Children pick food from a table on the left; on the right, students in uniforms hold red sticks during a dance activity.

Four photos of young students in school uniforms doing cultural activities: lion dance, drumming, fan craft, and a stage performance.

MTL Learning Journeys

We organize Learning Journeys to provide SKLites with authentic cultural experiences. These trips allow students to see their Mother Tongue in action beyond the classroom.

Key Highlights:

Students visit heritage centers to learn about their ethnic roots.
SKLites apply their language skills in meaningful, real-life settings.
Exploring the community helps students build a strong sense of identity.

Four photos of school children on a field trip: listening outdoors, handling plants, posing on a path, and feeding goats.

Two school trip photos: kids pose at a goat feeding area, and two girls hold colorful puppets in a museum.

Children in school uniforms hold painted pots outdoors; two boys smile and wave fabric at an indoor event.

Special Programmes

Kalaicharam (Tamil Language Signature Programme)

Seng Kang Primary School proudly champions Kalaicharam. This event gives SKLites many chances to show their talents in storytelling, debates and poetry etc. It helps our students build confidence and develop a deeper love for the Tamil language and culture.

The programme also helps the school work closely with parents to support our students. We have added new activities, like digital storytelling, to align with 21st Century Competencies (E21CC). These changes help our students learn to think critically and communicate better in the modern world.

Four-panel collage of children and adults in traditional Indian attire at a school cultural event, some holding trophies.

Two school scenes: a girl speaking at a microphone, and four children in traditional Indian costumes seated together.

Katapella and Media Competitions (Malay Language)

In 2025, our SKLites reached a milestone in the national Katapella competition. Our team emerged as one of the top six finalists and earned the chance to perform on the national Mediacorp stage. Through months of hard work, the team developed strong resilience and teamwork. This success builds on our previous achievements, such as our participation in the 2024 Cepat Tepat competition. We will continue to grow these choral speaking and media programmes for our students. Our goal is to provide more opportunities for SKLites to build their confidence and showcase their talents.

Four photos of Seng Kang Primary school students in uniforms performing, posing at Mediacorp, and receiving awards.