School Programme

Kaleidoscope of Culture
@ St. Margaret Secondary School
ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMME
Since 2014, SCDT has presented more than 50 programmes under the National Arts Council Arts Education Programme (NAC - AEP) scheme, reaching more than 20,000 attendees. To date, seven programmes targeted various learners, e.g., Pre-schoolers, Primary and Secondary schools’ students, made available. Schools may use its Tote Board Arts Grant to subsidise up to 50% of the fees payable for these programmes.

Fun with Chinese Dance
Digitally Available
For Preschool
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Through fun and interactive performance, students will appreciate and participate in fun and lively dances and activities. Children will also have opportunities to express themselves creatively while creating personalise props and participating in the dance as a class.

Chinese Dance Workshop
Digitally Available
For Preschool
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Chinese Dance workshop deepens students’ understanding of Chinese dance by learning about its origin and cultural background. The Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre will customise the workshop content based on the students' abilities and experience.

Chinese Dance Onstage
Digitally Available
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Through short descriptions, exciting performances and interactive sessions, audiences can develop their interest and better understanding towards Chinese dance as part of Singapore’s arts and cultural heritage.

Learning Journey to SCDT
Digitally Available
For Primary, Secondary & above
Learning Journey is designed to provide the students with the behind-the-scene experience at a professional Chinese dance company. Hosted by the company manager, students would embark on a journey of discovery!
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (CCA)
Through a structured Co-Curricular Activities syllabus, SCDT hopes to develop interest as well as providing them with the fundamental skills to continue dancing beyond school. To date, we had partnered with 3 secondary schools and 9 primary schools in their dance CCA programmes.
ENRICHMENT COURSES
SCDT has in the years initiated a Chinese dance graded syllabus as an Enrichment Programme for the primary one and primary two students in schools. With the aim to engage these learners in Chinese dance at a young age, with the option to be accredited.

TESTIMONIALS
"The girls learnt something new, and found the programme interesting. As seen with their reactions, they enjoyed the show so much, and have definitely benefitted from this dance art exposure. I am very sure they would like to have more of these type of performances in the future."
Ms Angeline Grace, Teacher
"Parents and children enjoyed the session very much. It is a pleasure to work with your staff who were very energetic and patient with the children."
Mdm Mastura Khalid, Principal
"The workshop was very interesting and lively because the instructor made use of props that the students found fascinating. The video presentation with the dance by the 3 instructors was good as well."
Mdm Sun, Teacher