Weekly things to do 24 - 30 Nov

Dear parents,

The school holidays are finally here!

Read on for some ideas for activities to keep the kids entertained during the holidays.

Here’s what we’ve got for you this week:

• Things to do with kids this week

• Camp Asia Magical Winter Camps

• Miss SY Wang Chinese Distinctions Learning Studio

• Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay

• Geniebook - Online Learning Platform

• Safari Scavenger Hunt at Dairy Farm Mall

• Hangyodon Marine Discovery at Singapore Oceanarium

• Changemakers Explorer Open House

• A Science Escapade by Cognitive Whizz

• Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve 

• Year-end holiday camps and programmes:

  • Robotics and Coding Programmes at Nullspace Robotics

  • LingoAce December Holiday Chinese Camps

  • Headstart programme by Genius Plus Academy

  • December Holiday Programme by I Can Read

  • HomeTeamNS SkillFest

• Cosmic Space Expedition at UE Square

• Save with bookings on Pelago

• Education and School Guides

Head down to Singapore’s biggest indoor nature-inspired playground, explore a Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay, Check out the Christmas Train Show, and more!

Camp Asia Magical Winter Camps 2025

Ban Boredom this December holidays with Camp Asia’s Magical Winter Camps! 🌟

Gift your child the ultimate holiday experience with endless excitement and learning at Singapore’s largest section of holiday camps.

Whether they're a budding scientist, future athlete, aspiring artist or tech wizard, Camp Asia has the perfect adventure waiting.

✨ 15+ extraordinary camps

🗓️ 15 Dec 2025 - 9 Jan 2026

🌟 Perfect for ages 3-16

🏆 Expert mentors

Quote "sunnycitykids50" to get $50 off camp fees!

Miss SY Wang Chinese Distinctions Learning Studio

Miss SY Wang Chinese Distinctions Learning Studio specialises in GCE O Level Higher Chinese and Chinese Language Tuition for secondary school students.

The Chinese Tuition Centre is led by the accomplished Miss SY Wang, a seasoned MOE-trained Secondary School Higher Chinese and Chinese Language Teacher with 20 years of teaching experience.

What makes Miss SY Wang truly exceptional is the experience and personal touch that she brings to every lesson. 

Leveraging on her extensive teaching background, GCE O Level examination marking experience, and deep understanding of the examination syllabus, Miss SY Wang effectively crafts customised lesson plans to meet the unique learning needs of all students.

‍Glowing testimonials from students further underscore the tuition centre’s effectiveness, with students often praising Miss Wang for her dedication, genuine care for students, and unique lesson style that makes learning fun and enjoyable.

Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay

The Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay is back for another smash hit season!

After its amazing debut last year, this year’s display will be even bigger!

The display features:

• 20 model trains chugging along 145 metres of track

• Journey from American landmarks like the Statue of Liberty to the Golden Gate Bridge

• A specially commissioned G-scale SMRT train passing by mini Dragon Playgrounds, Supertrees & heritage shophouses, all crafted from recycled Singapore wood!

• A detour to Denmark with a 4.5-metre LEGO Christmas tree

• 7,000 plants including 70+ varieties complementing the landscape and filling the Flower Dome with the Christmas atmosphere

Come back at night to see the 7.5 metre luminaries casting their magical glow!

🗓️23 Nov 2025 - 4 Jan 2026

🕐9am-9pm

📍Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay

🎫Admission charges to Flower Dome applies

Geniebook - Online Learning Platform

Transform your child's learning journey with Geniebook, a leading online learning platform that helps students excel in English, Chinese, Maths, and Science.

Geniebook's AI-powered suite of online learning products are designed to make learning fun and interactive.

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all lessons and hello to a tailored learning journey that adapts to your child's unique needs and pace. And with Geniebook's learning rewards system, they'll earn exciting prizes as they progress!

Sign up for a complimentary Strengths Analysis today and see how Geniebook can boost your child's grades!

Safari Scavenger Hunt at Dairy Farm Mall

Ready for an epic jungle expedition? The jungle has taken over Dairy Farm Mall, and Junior Safari Rangers are invited for a special scavenger hunt!

Embark on a free, thrilling quest to conquer five interactive challenges - from painting wildlife portraits and testing martial arts moves to feeding a hungry lion, guessing what’s hiding in the jungle boxes, and bouncing through an inflatable jungle adventure.  

Complete a minimum of 4 challenges to unlock a Safari Explorer Finisher Pack filled with Safari-themed goodies, plus access to special offers from participating mall tenants. Entry is FREE, and limited to the first 150 who register at the event.

In between the quest, kids can dress up as rangers for photo booth snapshots (with a free print), get their faces painted with safari designs, or grab a cool treat from the ice cream cart.

Date: 30 November 2025 (Sun) 

Time: 12pm to 5pm

Where: Dairy Farm Mall, 8 Dairy Farm Ln, Singapore 677624

Entry: Free admission with goodie bag for the first 150 to register at the event with your name, email and follow Dairy Farm Mall’s Facebook Page. Each parent may redeem entry passes for a maximum of two children. Any additional children must be accompanied by another parent/adult for verification purposes.

Hangyodon Marine Discovery at Singapore Oceanarium

Southeast Asia's first and only Hangyodon immersive experience has arrived at the Singapore Oceanarium!

For 40 years, this adorable character has been spreading joy, and now he's bringing his love for marine life right to you.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Snap selfies with life-sized installations where marine animals meet Sanrio magic

• Meet and greets with Hangyodon himself

• Discover incredible marine species while learning how you can protect our oceans

• Get hands-on with interactive installations that make ocean conservation fun

• Taste themed treats like Hangyodon mantou, croffles, and gelato

• Take home exclusive merch like limited-edition plushies, keychains, and more!

🗓️28 Nov 2025 - 4 Jan 2026

📍Singapore Oceanarium

🎫Adults from $42, Child/Senior from $35

[Open House] Changemakers Explorer - A new chapter from the creators of Little Skool-House Preschool!

Changemakers Explorer prepares children not just for school but for life. 

Every child has the potential to be a Changemaker in their own way, and the bilingual Symphonic Learning™ approach, bilingual drama pedagogy, overseas immersion experiences, specialist led enrichment programmes, and AI integrated learning approach is designed to nurture just that! 

Curious to explore the Changemakers’ difference?

Join their Open Houses this November! It’s the perfect chance to:

• Explore the learning spaces with a Guided Centre Tour

• Get an in-depth look at the enhanced Symphonic Learning™ approach

• Let your little ones spark their creativity with interactive craft activities

• Enjoy light refreshments made by their dedicated kitchen team

• Take home an exclusive goodie bag featuring a limited edition blind box, a handy foldable tote bag, and a fun colouring kit!

Plus enjoy enrolment perks worth up to $5,600!

Open House Date: 29 Nov, 9 - 11am: Changemakers Explorer Mountbatten Square, Changemakers Explorer Tampines Junction

Reserve your spot now!

A Science Escapade! by Cognitive Whizz

Looking for the BEST Science Holiday Programme in Singapore?

Discover why Cognitive Whizz – A Science Escapade! is consistently rated by parents as one of the best Science camps in Singapore for ages 4–14!

Forget rote learning - this immersive 4-day hands-on Science holiday camp turns abstract concepts into exciting discoveries! Perfectly aligned with the MOE Science syllabus, it’s packed with curiosity, creativity, and real scientific exploration.

What your child will experience:

• Build racers, bridges, helicopters, floating globes & other cool inventions to bring home

• Create chemical reactions and explore real-world Science concepts
  Feed carnivorous plants and build your own isopod terrariums with Aquaplant Culture

• Explore ecology while creating a Black Soldier Fly composting bin at City Sprouts Urban Farm

• Wrap up with an exhilarating Physics-in-Action finale at SuperPark Singapore!

With a 1:5 teacher-to-child ratio, every learner enjoys personalised attention and meaningful hands-on discovery.

Parents love how Cognitive Whizz makes Science come alive - igniting curiosity and deep understanding, building a strong academic foundation and long-term concept retention - not just memorisation. 

Every child also receives a colourful, comprehensive workbook with mind maps, MOE-aligned questions, and take-home notes to reinforce learning.

Why parents say it’s Singapore’s Best Science Camp:

• MOE-aligned content that builds solid academic foundations

• Engaging hands-on experiments that make learning tangible

• Outdoor learning adventures that connect Science with nature

• Personalised guidance through small group sizes (1:5 ratio)

• Excellent parent reviews for its quality, engagement, and results

Dates: 1–4 Dec | 8–11 Dec | 15–18 Dec
Venues: Day 1–3 – Alliance Française (Beside Newton MRT) | Day 4 – SuperPark Singapore
Fees: From $595 (includes 1 nutritious lunch + 2 snacks)

Special Offers:

• 🕒 Early Bird Discount: $20 off

• 👯 Group Deals: Bigger savings for 3–5 sign-ups

💸 Use promo code SCK20 for an additional $20 off!

[NEW] Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve

Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve is now open!

Get ready for Singapore’s largest indoor nature-themed playground. 4,600 square metres of non-stop interactive fun where your kids aged 3-12 can move, explore, and play just like animals do.

Here’s what your little explorers can look forward to:

• 4 themed zones to explore, each one transporting kids into a different real-world ecosystem

• Bold colours and interactive features at every turn. 32 multisensory touchpoints scattered throughout the playground

• A mix of hands-on + digital play that sparks endless curiosity

• Designed with every child in mind regardless of neurotype or physical ability with calm zones, toddler-safe zones and wheelchair accessibility.

Time: 10am-6:30pm daily (admission is based on timed entry slots)

Location: Mandai Wildlife EAST, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826

Year-end Holiday Camps and Programmes

Keep the kids entertained during the year-end holiday with holiday camps and programmes covering everything from outdoor adventures to coding and robotics workshops.

Robotics and Coding Programmes at Nullspace Robotics

Get your child started in the exciting world of robotics and coding with the Year-end school holiday programmes from Nullspace.

Nullspace offers a variety of programmes where young innovators get to jump into engineering and programming in an exciting new way - with programmes from LEGO® Robotics and Scratch Coding, to game development and 3D printing. The holiday camps also feature plenty of interactive and hands-on activities.

With small class sizes (1:5 ratio) and experienced instructors who’ve coached award-winning teams, every child receives personalised attention and expert support.

After completing the camp, your kids will have developed some solid tech skills and will be eager to return for more projects in the next holiday camp!

Ages: 5-16

Date: 24 Nov – 30 Dec 2025

Location: Rochester Mall | Kallang Wave Mall | SAFRA Tampines

Fees: From $100 for a 2-hour lesson to $750 for a 15-hour programme

Promo: use code Sunny50 for $50 off your first course sign up (valid for minimum purchase of a 10-hour course package).

LingoAce December Holiday Chinese Camps

Learning Chinese should be an exciting adventure, not just another classroom task!

For K2 to Primary 6 students, LingoAce’s Holiday Chinese Camps are designed to help your child improve key language skills like speaking, writing, and comprehension, all while having fun.

Instead of memorising words or completing worksheets, your child will learn through interactive activity-based lessons led by experienced teachers.

Groups are kept small to encourage lots of participation and to ensure every child gets personalised attention.

Whether they’re just starting out in learning Chinese or looking to strengthen their skills, there's a camp that fits your child’s learning journey this holiday season.

Location: 111 Somerset learning centre

Sessions: 3-day and 5-day

Headstart Programme by Genius Plus Academy

Give your child a confident start to the new school year in just 2 days!

Tailored specifically for students entering Primary 4-6 and Secondary 2-3, Genius Plus Academy’s Headstart Programme bridges learning gaps and prepares students for next year’s curriculum with focused, high-impact lessons.

Through a blend of diagnostic reviews, intensive practice, and forward-looking preparation, students consolidate this year’s learning and gain the skills to tackle the new curriculum with confidence.

After these 2 days, you can enjoy the rest of the December holidays guilt-free. No worries about falling behind. Just quality family time, knowing your child is genuinely prepared!

Dates: 28 Nov – 9 Dec 2025

Locations: Coronation Plaza, Punggol & Pasir Ris West Plaza

Price: $380

Decode the Secret Power of Stories - December Holiday Programme by I Can Read

This holiday season, I Can Read’s December Holiday Programme transforms reading time into an exciting detective adventure.

Each session is designed like a “Case File” where students crack clues, analyse characters, and solve story puzzles, uncovering the lessons hidden within every tale.

Choose your detective level:

• Rookie Detective (6-8 yrs): Through games, role-play, and creative art projects, kids discover important values like honesty, kindness, and teamwork. Every lesson is visual, engaging, and packed with fun activities that make big ideas easy to grasp.

• Junior Detective (9-10 yrs): Ready for more challenge? These independent thinkers tackle complex moral questions, debate character choices, and connect story lessons to real life.

Every session ends with a creative project that turns the lesson into your child’s very own “badge” of character to remember the lesson.

Date: 5-19 Dec 2025

Locations: Alexandra | Novena | Pasir Ris (Vidacity) | Punggol

Fees: Sign up for 1 day or all 5 days @ $125 per day

Early Bird Discount: Sign Up by 23 Nov & Enjoy 10% Discount

• Alexandra Early Bird Promo Code: 2025ALXOHP85409

• Novena Early Bird Promo Code: 2025NVNOHP509D1

• Pasir Ris (Vidacity) Early Bird Promo Code: 2025VDCOHP4F3DF

• Punggol Early Bird Promo Code: 2025PGWOHP3A1D7

General Registration Deadline: 1 Dec 2025

HomeTeamNS SkillFest

‍SkillFest is a dynamic school holiday program designed for kids aged 8-12, where they’ll build essential life skills through exciting hands-on activities. 

Over three action-packed days, children will embark on an exciting themed adventure around the world, with each day representing a new continent filled with unique challenges that build leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence.

Choose a single day pass or grab the 3-day bundle pass for the complete adventure!

More than just fun, SkillFest helps children grow in confidence, independence, and teamwork while making new friends and building essential life-skills!

Special Promo: First 50 sign ups receive a complimentary Fun Walls pass worth $30!

Single Day Pass: From $90

‍3-Day Bundle Pass: From $240

Rates include programme T-shirt, Programme Activity Booklet, and lunch and snacks

Cosmic Space Expedition at UE Square

UE Square is transforming into a cosmic playground for a day of FREE family fun on 6 Dec 2025!

Your little astronauts can:

• Take on space training challenges

• Get creative at rocket painting & galaxy bracelet-making workshops

• Spin the Astronaut Gashapon for a chance to win up to $300 in vouchers

• Send wishes to Santa via his special Rocketship Post Box

• Watch Professor Messy's Science Show and meet a Space Astronaut

The first 500 families to register on site even get a Space Expedition Starter Pack!

📅 6 December 2025 (Saturday)

⏰ 12pm - 5pm

📍 UE Square, 81 Clemenceau Avenue

Save with bookings on Pelago

Earn miles and save when you book your favourite activities on Pelago!

And from now till 31 Dec 2025, use promo code PELKIDS12 for 12% off storewide on attractions, tours, transport, and more!

New customers only. Product exclusions apply. Discount capped at $50

Education and School Guides

Plan for the new school year with our education and school guides:

• Guide to PSLE AL Score and Scoring System (link)

• Secondary School Rankings 2025 (link)

• JC Cut Off Points 2025 (link)

• Best preschools and kindergartens in Singapore (link)

• Best International Schools in Singapore (link)