7 programmes to check out this November & December school holidays 2019
PUBLISHED ONNovember 10, 2019 2:10 AMByShreya Jagdish
The annual November-December holidays are almost here and this year, parents can look forward to many more engaging and interactive school holiday programmes for their little one.
From coding to tennis to stitching, there is a class for every child's interest.
By joining school holiday programmes, kids will not only be kept occupied throughout the November & December school holidays but will also pick up some great new skills!
So if you are wondering which classes to send your kids, check out our list!
7 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES FOR KIDS IN NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2019
1. CURIOUS CUBS: EXPLORE THE WONDERS OF TECH
If your child often asks you questions like "What are computer images made of?" or "How do robots move from one place to another?", he or she is probably a future techie!
To further their interest, enroll them in Saturday Kid's Curious Cubs programme which will explore a series of 4 immersive experiences geared at inspiring and engaging kids, developing their curiosity about tech, and building an understanding of basic computer science and electronics concepts through creative and fun projects!
Date: 18 November - 22 November
Time: 9.30am - 12.45pm
Price: $590
Location: East Coast
2. JUZMUSIC - DRUM HOLIDAY CLASS
Want to pick up some drumming? Join Juzmusic Academy's 4-day drumming lessons where your child will get a free drum practice pad and a set of drumsticks and learn to play some interesting pieces.
You can also choose to join their other classes like the ukelele holiday class and music appreciation class.
Date: 28 Nov, 5, 12 & 19 Dec 2019
Time: 12pm - 1pm
Price: $107
Location: Marine Parade Central
3. PLAY STAGE - THE GINGERBREAD MAN
If your child has a flair for the arts, consider sending them to Singapore Repertory Theatre's annual children play workshop.
This year kids between the ages of 4 to 6 will take part in the Gingerbread Man play.
Through this theatre workshop, your child will learn and demonstrate various drama and storytelling skills, Make new friends whilst developing confidence and improving communication and grow in their self-esteem.
Date: 18 November - 22 November
Time: 9.30am - 11.30am
Price: $330
Location: The Loft, #04-03 Havelock II 2 Havelock Road, Singapore 059763
Let your child explore the biodiversity in Singapore at Dempsey Explorer Camp's (DEC) Think Green programme.
DEC which is Singapore's first green camp is dedicated to helping children preserve the planet by developing skills for sustainability in all their camps.
Meant for children between 5 to 12 years old, the Think Green camp, will teach kids to love nature and preserve the environment through adventures in their very own "NatureSpace" and Survival village.
Besides that, kids will also learn how to build a teepee tent, plant their own herb garden, learn wilderness survival skills, go for nature walks, visit local farms and explore animals and wildlife found in the rich nature reserves at Dempsey.
Date: *18 November - 22 November
Time: 9.30am - 11.30am
Price: $450
Location: Dempsey Explorer Camp, Blk 73 Loewen Road #01-16 Singapore 248843
*do check the other available days on their website.
Is your child the next Serena Williams or Roger Federer?
Join SITA Tennis Academy's holiday tennis camp to hone your child's tennis skills. If your child has never played tennis before, not to worry, you can opt for the Mini Tennis class which is meant for beginners.
Date: *2 December - 6 December
Time: 9am - 12 pm
Price: $380
Location: 130E Harding Rd, Singapore 249543
*do check the other available days on their website.
If your child loves anything hands-on and DIY, check out Uyii's beginner sewing class that offers structured and well-paced lessons, providing the perfect environment for kids to pick up basic sewing skills.
In this basic sewing class that is specially catered for children, participants will exercise their creativity while exploring fabric as a medium for design and creative expression.
Kids will experiment with shapes and colours, be equipped with machine sewing skills, and apply basic mathematical skills relevant to design including spatial reasoning, measuring and numerical calculation.
Date: 2 November 2019 - 21 December 2019
Pricing:
$220 for 3 sessions (Apron, Drawstring Pouch/Backpack, Monster Zip Pouch)
$350 for 5 sessions (Apron, Drawstring Pouch/Backpack, Monster Zip Pouch, and Sling Bag)
$480 for 7 sessions (All projects listed)
Location: 24 Sin Ming Lane, Midview City #08-108, Singapore 573970
7. THE LITTLE THINGS - BROWNIE TREES FOR CHRISTMAS
Get into the spirit of Christmas by sending your child to a Christmas themed baking class. Over three days, your child will learn how to make brownie trees, M&M cookie pops, and snowman cupcakes.
The best part is - you get some delicious festive treats without having to clean up their mess!
Date: 18 December - 20 December
Time: 10.30am - 12pm
Price: $135
Location: 244N Upper Thomson Road
Happy holidays kids!
This article was first published in theAsianparent.
