Weekly things to do 8-14 Dec 2025

😎 Win free English mentorship worth $2,640

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Dear parents,

The school holidays are in full swing!

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

  • Scholars by Scholarly

  • English Mentorship Giveaway by Scholars by Scholarly

  • Best Places to See Snow in Singapore

  • EduGrove Mandarin Enrichment Centre (格乐悟)

  • SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Showcase

  • The Thought Tailor Learning Centre 

  • Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath

  • Fun Learners’ School

  • Things to do for the year-end holidays

  • Year-end holiday camps and programmes:

    • Robotics and Coding Programmes at Nullspace Robotics

    • Camp Asia Magical Winter Camps

    • LingoAce December Holiday Chinese Camps

    • A Science Escapade! by Cognitive Whizz

  • Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay

  • Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve 

  • Family Travel Guide and Itineraries

  • Save with bookings on Pelago

  • Education and School Guides

See a Flying Santa at Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay, become a National Intelligence Unit agent for a day at Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath, check out the first SKULLPANDA showcase outside of China, and more!

Scholars by Scholarly

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Stop choosing between good grades and your child's mental health.

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They combine elite academic strategies with emotional support to help students who are:

  • High-performers who need resilience in high-pressure environments

  • Anxious learners dealing with academic anxiety

  • Disengaged and facing motivation challenges, needing a spark to love learning again

  • Stuck struggling to improve, despite regular tutoring

  • Flexible Learning: Choose 1-on-1 sessions Online or In-Person at your home

Start your child's journey today with these promos:

  • Buy-1-Get-1 on individual lessons to try out the experience

  • 10% discount on all new mentorship packages

Schedule a complimentary consultation with an English mentor to discuss your child's specific needs.

[GIVEAWAY] Win a 2026 English Mentorship Package worth $2,640

We’ve teamed up with the amazing team at Scholars by Scholarly to give one lucky family the gift of academic confidence and holistic learning for 2026.

You could win a 24-hour English Mentorship Package from Scholars!

Suitable for students across all levels: Primary • Secondary • A-Level • IB

Why the mentorship package is more than just regular tuition:

  • Expert mentor who deeply understands the IB & MOE curriculum

  • Personalized strategies designed around your child’s unique needs

  • Mental-health trained mentor to help build confidence and resilience in your child

To enter, simply head to Scholarly’s website and submit the giveaway form.
Giveaway ends 31 Dec 2025 at 23:59 hours. Terms and conditions apply.

Open to Singapore residents and new students only. Good luck, families!

Best Places to See Snow in Singapore

Our favourite places to catch snowfall in Singapore this holiday season! ❄️☃️

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EduGrove Mandarin Enrichment Centre (格乐悟)

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At EduGrove, over 70% of students attain distinctions in their PSLE and O’Level Chinese exams - even those who initially struggled with the language.

Breaking free from traditional rigid teaching methods, they’ve pioneered an engaging approach where students learn through interactive games, drama, and stimulating discussions. Their comprehensive programmes span all age groups, from toddlers to adults, ensuring continuous language development at every stage.

Watch your child's confidence soar as they express themselves naturally in Mandarin. Edugrove’s unique methodology, including the signature Mandarin PlayGrove program, transforms reluctant learners into enthusiastic speakers through fun, effective vocabulary building and interactive activities.

Each session is carefully designed to keep students engaged while delivering remarkable results!

SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Showcase

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The SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE showcase is in Singapore for the first time ever!

Fresh from a successful run in Shanghai, the immersive exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore features large scale installations and 6 thematic zones to explore.

There will also be Singapore exclusives including an installation that pays homage to the beloved bird-singing pastime.

Ticket holders get to shop for exclusive merch at the Gallery Theatre (while stocks last).

Bonus: Be one of the first 4,500 to snag a Singapore-exclusive SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Showcase Gift!

POP MART fans can also look forward to a pop-up store at the Museum Concourse that’s open to the general public (no tickets needed).

Date: 12 Dec 2025 - 22 Feb 2026

Time: 10am - 7pm daily

Where: National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road

Admission: Early All Access 12-16 Dec (From $22), 17 Dec-22 Feb 2026 (From $14)

The Thought Tailor Learning Centre - Elite English education that gets results

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Ever wondered how some students leap three grades higher in English? At The Thought Tailor Learning Centre, this is their everyday success story.

With MOE-trained teachers from Singapore's top schools and Oxford-Cambridge graduates leading the charge, they've helped over 1,850 students master English, IP Language Arts, and GP since 2019.

Their proven approach doesn't just teach, it transforms. Students gain deep mastery of language skills while developing critical thinking abilities, guided by expert educators who understand exactly what it takes to excel in today's examinations.

Join The Thought Tailor's community of achievers, where a remarkable 94.2% of students score B3 to A1 in English and 96.3% achieve A and B in GP.

Your kids will enjoy the benefits of an unmatched English tuition experience and will have all the tools they need to soar on their exam results!

Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath

You’ve been recruited for a top-secret mission!

Think you have what it takes to be a National Intelligence Unit agent? Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath is an interactive mystery adventure where you and your team will be racing against time to stop a looming terrorist threat.

You’ll navigate through exhibits, uncovering hidden clues and decoding secret messages to piece the puzzle together before disaster strikes. 

It's a fresh, hands-on way to explore Singapore's defence story and see how teamwork keeps our nation safe!

This isn't a solo mission. You'll need your squad, whether that's family, friends, or colleagues. Every unique skill, from detail-spotting to code-cracking is needed to complete the mission. Together, you're unstoppable.

📍Permanent Exhibition Gallery at Singapore Discovery Centre

🎫$25 per pax (approved activity for SG Culture Pass credits!)

Fun Learners’ School

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Fun Learners’ School, an MOE-registered private school, has guided students aged 5–17 to academic success for over 20 years.

Offering English, Mathematics, Science, Chinese and Creative Writing, it is supported by a team of expert educators, including former MOE teachers and textbook authors.

Using its Linchpin Advancement Methodology™ (LAM), the school equips students with vital study skills that build confidence and independence.

It also pioneered flipped classrooms in Singapore, combining online and face-to-face learning, and enhances support through its Study Buddy Programme with AI-powered resources and mentorship.

With award-winning publications, engaging activities, and a proven track record, Fun Learners’ School creates the ideal environment for both achievement and enjoyment in learning.

Things to do with kids for the year-end holidays

Looking for things to do with the kids this year-end holidays in Singapore?

Check out our guide for the best family friendly activities this holiday season from indoor playgrounds and attractions, to festivals and carnivals!

Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay

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Singapore’s most iconic Christmas celebration is back and bigger than ever!

Named by CNN Travel as one of the best Christmas markets in the world (and the only one in Asia!), Christmas Wonderland at Gardens By The Bay is officially the place to be this festive season.

Get ready for an expanded fairground filled with supersized light displays, thrilling carnival games, live performances and festive treats.

And this year comes with three all-new crowd-stoppers:

  • Flying Santa soaring across the night sky

  • Father Christmas in his cosy stable with a quartet of reindeer

  • Singapore’s first-ever towering Christmas Pyramid

Plus all your favourites, the 20-metre Spalliera and snowfall under the Supertrees are back to light up your evenings.

Date: 29 Nov 2025 – 1 Jan 2026

Sessions: 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm, 9.30pm (last entry 10.15pm)

Tickets: From $9 (adults) / $7 (kids 3–12) / Free for under 3

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

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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).

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!

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

A Science Escapade! by Cognitive Whizz

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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!

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

Family Travel Guide and Itineraries ✈️🧳

Travelling with the family in December? Check out our guides for tips and the best things to do with kids

  • Best things to do in Tokyo with kids (link)

  • Best theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo (link)

  • Best hotels in Tokyo for families (link)

  • Best things to do in Osaka with kids (link)

  • Kyoto itinerary with kids (link)

  • Best things to do in Hong Kong with kids (link)

  • Hong Kong itinerary with kids (6D) (link)

  • Best things to do in Taipei with kids (link)

  • Taipei itinerary with kids (6D5N) (link)

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)

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