Infant School overview
Welcome to UWCSEA’s Infant School. At UWCSEA, we believe that a child’s first years of school should be joyful, nurturing, and
filled with wonder. Our Infant School, for children aged 4 to 7, is a vibrant, inclusive community located on both our Dover and
East Campuses in Singapore. Here, every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.
The early years are a crucial stage in a child’s development, where the foundation is laid for a lifelong love of learning. At
UWCSEA, learning goes far beyond the academic. Through our holistic and inquiry-based programme, children explore the
world through experiences that build curiosity, creativity, and resilience. Our curriculum integrates academic learning with
Outdoor Education, Personal and Social Education, Service, and a wide range of engaging Activities.
Every aspect of our Infant School is designed with young learners in mind. Our structured, developmentally appropriate
routines help children feel secure and confident, while fostering independence and a growth mindset. Students are encouraged
to take risks in their learning, build positive relationships, and embrace challenges as opportunities.
As they begin their educational journey, our youngest learners take their first steps toward becoming compassionate,
independent, and capable individuals–ready to grow not just academically, but as global citizens.
We invite you to discover how UWCSEA’s Infant School provides an exceptional start to your child’s education, in a place where
learning is meaningful, joyful, and filled with purpose.
Infant School start and finish times:
Dover Campus: 8am – 2pm | East Campus: 8am – 2pm
Optional after-school activities available run from 2 – 3pm
Infant School capacity (August 2026)
Grade
Age of students*
Dover Campus
East Campus
Number of
students
Number of
classes
Number of
students
Number of
classes
K1
4–5 years
88
88
K2
5–6 years
88
110
6–7 years
120
144
Total
296
13
342
15
* Students must be born on or between 1 September and 31 August. Refer to our age-grade boundary chart for the planned year of entry for
guidance, or contact Admissions.
Available places may be offered up to the start of Term 2 (January) of the school year.
A note about K2: At Dover Campus, all available places are usually filled by children who have siblings already enrolled at the
College. East Campus accepts applications for K2 students.
A holistic curriculum designed for meaningful learning
At UWCSEA, our curriculum is designed to nurture each child’s growth through a balanced and holistic approach to learning.
Rooted in our mission, the UWCSEA Learning Programme empowers students to develop the understandings, knowledge, skills
and dispositions needed to thrive in school and in life.
Our Learning Programme is comprised of five equally important elements: Academics, Activities, Outdoor Education, Personal
and Social Education (PSE), and Service. Each plays a vital role in supporting students to become self-directed, socially aware,
and mission-ready individuals.
We offer a challenging and age-appropriate written curriculum that is organised into six broad domains aligned with academic
disciplines. Learning is carefully structured to meet students where they are and to build on their existing experiences,
regardless of when they join the College and their prior learning.
In the Early Years programme, our curriculum is interdisciplinary and play-based. A dramatic play scenario—such as
running a pretend restaurant—might involve role-play (drama), writing menus (literacy), calculating bills (maths), and
demonstrating hospitality (personal and social education). Through rich experiences like this, learning is integrated, joyful and
deeply meaningful.
Our curriculum is more than a pathway through academic subjects, it is a framework for building character, curiosity, and a
lifelong love of learning.
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Academics in the Infant School
Our Infant School curriculum offers a rich and engaging
academic experience for children aged 4 to 7, supporting
them to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
Our concept-based, inquiry-driven curriculum is carefully
structured to be developmentally appropriate and
meaningful for young learners. Through interdisciplinary
and play-based learning, students are encouraged to
explore, question, and make connections across different
subject areas.
While learning in the Infant School is intentional and
connects to our College curriculum, teachers adjust
their plans on a regular basis to ensure students’ current
understanding, interests and ongoing learning needs inform
their next steps of learning.
Children engage in a broad and balanced curriculum,
which includes:
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Science
• Humanities
• Art and Drama
• Music
• Physical Education (PE)
• Languages other than English / English as an Additional
Language (EAL)
Each classroom is supported by a team that includes a
classroom teacher and a teaching assistant. Specialist
teachers deliver Music, PE, and Languages, while our
Curriculum Coaches work closely with staff to support
inquiry, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy.
Literacy
Our balanced literacy programme focuses on speaking,
listening, reading, writing and word study. Literacy is
integrated throughout the day in both structured and play-
based activities. Children are supported to grow as confident
communicators and critical thinkers, developing the skills to
express themselves effectively.
Mathematics
Mathematical understanding is built through practical,
hands-on experiences. From playing with manipulatives to
using cooking activities for measurement, children move
from concrete experiences to symbolic thinking. Students
explore patterns, number sense, and problem-solving in ways
that feel relevant and enjoyable.
Languages
All students have four lessons a week in a Language other
than English, choosing from Chinese and Spanish (beginning
in Grade 1) on Dover Campus and Chinese, Spanish or French
on East Campus. English as an Additional Language (EAL)
support is provided as needed, and Home Language classes
are available after school, subject to demand. EAL learners
are integrated into classroom activities and supported to
develop literacy and communication skills in English. As
children progress from Infant School to Junior School (G2-
G5) the foreign language programme offers more choices
and you can find out more in the Languages Brochure
linked below.
Science and Humanities
Through inquiry-based units, students develop an
understanding of concepts in science and humanities. They
conduct investigations, collect data, use graphs, and engage
in hands-on learning to build research and thinking skills.
Physical Education
Delivered by specialist teachers, PE lessons twice a
week focus on movement, coordination, and swimming.
Students engage in games, athletics, gymnastics and
adventure challenges in dedicated facilities designed for
younger learners.
Technology
Overall, digital technologies are used minimally in Infant
School and the majority of learning involves hands-on,
analogue learning experiences. Students use age-appropriate
digital tools, such as tablets, to support creativity and
inquiry. Digital Literacy Coaches work alongside teachers
to integrate technology meaningfully and safely into
classroom experiences.
Community Time (K1–K2)
Our youngest learners benefit from bi-weekly ‘community
time’ – large-scale collaborative projects across classrooms
that foster independence, curiosity and social growth.
Students explore learning centres and connect with peers in
a shared, open learning environment.
Every aspect of academic learning in the Infant School is
intentionally designed to be joyful, purposeful and aligned
with children’s real-world experiences. Through a balance
of structure and exploration, our students develop not only
knowledge, but the skills and attitudes they need to thrive as
learners for life.
Languages Brochure
ITP Dover
ITP East
Art and Music
Art and Music are central to cognitive, emotional, and
motor development. Students express themselves creatively
through painting, sculpture, clay work, and musical
exploration. Our music programme includes singing,
rhythm, pitch and performance, with lessons tailored to
developmental stages. Children can also take part in music
lessons through the Instrument Teaching Programme (ITP)
after school as part of our Activities offering. These lessons
are at an additional fee and you can find out more by visiting
the ITP websites below.
EAL
Activities in the Infant School
At UWCSEA, we believe learning continues well beyond the classroom. Our Infant School activities programme is designed to
help children explore new interests, develop confidence, and enjoy meaningful experiences that build social skills, perseverance,
and resilience.
When the school day ends at 2pm, an enriching selection of after-school activities is available. These are led by our teachers
or experienced external partners, and offer opportunities for creative, physical, and social development in a safe and
familiar environment.
Previous activities have included:
• Art and music
• Chess
• Coding
• Dance
• Gymnastic and parkour
• Lego technics
• Service-based projects
• Synchronised swimming
• Yoga and mindfulness
A large range of sports activities such as gymnastics, tennis, swimming, and football are also offered. These sessions are run
by qualified coaches and provide an age-appropriate introduction to structured physical activity. Some activities are available at
no additional cost whilst others are on a fee-paying basis.
The Home and Community Languages Programme offers small-group lessons in a child’s home or heritage language, with a
focus on age-appropriate literacy development. These are also offered at an additional cost.
Weekend and school holiday activities further enrich the experience. Past offerings have included karate, Chinese music and
dance, and more–giving students a chance to try something new in a relaxed, exploratory setting.
While the full after-school activities programme begins in Grade 2 (Junior School), our Infant School offerings are a gentle and
inspiring introduction to co-curricular life at UWCSEA, helping young children to discover new passions and connect with peers
who share their interests.
Outdoor Education
in the Infant School
At UWCSEA, we believe that some of the most powerful
learning happens beyond the classroom walls. Our Outdoor
Education programme is carefully designed to take students
into the unfamiliar, introduce age-appropriate challenges,
and deepen their connection with the natural world.
From their earliest years, Infant School students engage in
regular outdoor learning experiences in our rich campus
environments. Through explorations in our green spaces,
students develop curiosity, confidence, and a growing
appreciation for nature. Activities may involve observing
wildlife in the gardens, working in sustainability-focused
learning zones, or using natural materials creatively in child-
led play.
Local field trips extend these experiences, providing real-
world opportunities to explore and apply their learning.
Students have visited places such as:
• Chinatown
• Forest Adventure and Forest School
• Tampines Eco Green (East)
• Wildlings Forest School (Dover)
• Singapore Zoo
• Local theatre productions
Parents are invited to assist on many of these outings,
making it a shared learning experience for families.
These early adventures pave the way for more independent
experiences in later years. In Grade 1, students take part in
their first overnight experience, a classroom sleepover on
campus. In Grade 2, they participate in a specially designed
full-day outdoor programme followed by an overnight
camping experience at the Singapore Zoo.
These experiences help students:
• Embrace challenge and unfamiliar settings
• Build positive relationships with peers and adults
• Connect deeply with the natural world
• Develop early expedition and risk-taking skills
• Grow confidence and a sense of independence
Through Outdoor Education, our youngest learners begin to
understand their role as stewards of the planet, while gaining
the personal and interpersonal skills that will serve them
throughout their lives.
Personal and Social Education
in the Infant School
At UWCSEA, we believe that a strong sense of wellbeing
is essential for learning. In the Infant School, Personal and
Social Education (PSE) is at the heart of everything we do.
We support our students to develop self-awareness, build
positive relationships, and gain the social-emotional skills
they need to thrive both in school and in life.
The PSE programme is not taught in isolation. Instead,
it is woven throughout the school day, embedded in
classroom routines, social interactions and learning
experiences. Whether through morning meetings, circle
time, collaborative play or problem-solving during conflict,
students are consistently encouraged to explore how they
feel, communicate their needs, and care for others.
Our focus includes:
• Awareness of others and the world around them
• Conflict resolution and negotiation
• Friendship and teamwork
• Lessons connected to child safeguarding
• Resilience and self-worth
• Social emotional learning and mindfulness
Each child’s wellbeing is carefully nurtured by their classroom
teacher, supported by a teaching assistant. This team works
closely with parents to monitor and support each student’s
personal and social development. They are guided by the
Head of Grade and supported by the Vice Principal and
Principal, who share overall responsibility for the care of our
youngest learners.
Outside the classroom, children build relationships with a
wider circle of caring adults—specialist teachers, learning
support staff, and the Primary School Wellness Centre
counsellors. This network of trusted adults ensures that
every child feels known, valued, and supported.
Strong partnerships with parents are a cornerstone of our
approach. We welcome regular face-to-face communication
and encourage families to be actively involved in the school
experience. Our counsellors also provide professional
guidance and workshops for parents to support wellbeing
at home.
This collaborative, wraparound approach to PSE is key to
helping our students develop the confidence, empathy and
interpersonal skills that will stay with them far beyond their
early school years.
Service in the Infant School
At UWCSEA, Service is a core pillar of our mission and a fundamental part of what it means to be part of our school
community. Even in the earliest years, we encourage students to understand the value of caring for others, acting with
empathy, and seeing themselves as agents of change.
In the Infant School, service is integrated through our Service, Sustainability and Peace (SSP) curriculum and the Units of Study.
It is taught in age-appropriate and meaningful ways, encouraging our students to reflect on the world around them and take
action, however small.
From Kindergarten, students are introduced to the idea of helping within their immediate environment. They take part in
classroom and community-based service projects such as:
• Caring for shared spaces and classroom materials
• Watering plants and gardening
• Collecting litter and recycling
• Worm composting and environmental stewardship
As they grow, so does their understanding of what service can mean. In Grade 1, students engage in projects that connect them
with the wider community. Both campuses support local elderly care homes, such as Happy Lodge in Tampines (East) and Lion
Befrienders (Dover), by writing cards, singing songs or preparing small gifts–creating real connections and fostering compassion.
Infant School students also participate in global service learning. At Dover, students support Mumbai Mobile Creches, which
provides childcare and education for children of construction workers in India. At East, students learn about and support Kuma
Cambodia, a community-based school in Takhmau province. These initiatives encourage our students to understand the lives of
children in different parts of the world and consider how they can contribute meaningfully, even from a young age.
These experiences help students:
• Build empathy and compassion
• Take initiative in caring for others and the planet
• Connect their classroom learning with real-world action
• Begin to see themselves as capable of making a difference
Service learning is embedded across the Infant School curriculum and is one of the many ways our students learn to live out the
UWC values in everyday life.
For more information, please contact Admissions
+65 6774 2653 | +65 6305 5353 Email: admissions@uwcsea.edu.sg
Website: www.uwcsea.edu.sg/admissions
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