Aesthetics
Music
Through the Music curriculum, students will be introduced to a wide range of genres and styles to put them in touch with their heritage as well as deepen their understanding of the cultural diversity of music in Singapore and the world. In addition, the Music curriculum can contribute to the holistic development of our students by developing 21st Century Competencies (21CC), values, character and social-emotional well-being. It also contributes towards extra-musical skills including psychomotor skills. The Music curriculum also lays the foundation for further educational opportunities in music and endeavours to foster a lifelong interest and involvement in music which would enable our students to appreciate and contribute to Singapore’s cultural tapestry.
The Music Syllabus aims to enable students to:
- Acquire and apply musical skills, knowledge and understanding through Listening, Creating and Performing
- Develop abilities for creative expression and communication
- Develop an understanding and appreciation of music in local and global cultures
- Cultivate a life-long enjoyment and involvement in music.
Art
The aims of art education in our schools are to enable every child to enjoy art, communicate visually, and make meaning through connecting with society and culture. Guided by the aims, the school art curriculum across all levels provides our students with a balanced and well-rounded education in the aesthetic, cognitive and affective dimensions. It presents ample opportunities for creative and innovative self-expression in varied modes. It also contributes to developing a fuller range of our students’ interests and talents. The learning of local artworks and artists strengthens the understanding of the individual’s national identity by fostering the appreciation of one’s cultural heritage. The engagement in art discussions (primary) and discourse/critique (secondary) in the curriculum promotes a lifelong enjoyment for and an appreciation of artistic works, developing visual literacy in our students. The production of artwork encourages imagination and cultivates in students the capacity to innovate and improvise.
The objectives of the syllabus are achieved through the Primary Art Syllabus Framework below that encapsulates the key features of the syllabus:
PROGRAMME - (CLICK HERE)
EXPERIENCES
Primary 4 Museum Based Learning to National Gallery Singapore
The Aesthetics department organises a Museum Based Learning (MBL) experience for our Primary 4 pupils as part of our Art Curriculum every year. All Primary 4 pupils will have the opportunity to learn how to use the museum to experience and forge a personal connection with the exhibit, encourage curiosity and inculcate museum etiquette.
Primary 6 Learning Journey to the Traditional Arts Centre
Chinese Opera Workshop programme include knowledge of Chinese Opera, water sleeves movements, horse whip handling, Peking Opera singing.
