A 3-hour dynamic and interactive learning journey which fosters:

  • Responsible Stewardship

    Understanding the importance of managing Singapore’s limited land by innovatively optimising urban spaces for sustainability.

  • Inclusive Decision-Making

    Appreciating the need for community involvement in shaping public spaces through inclusive and thoughtful urban planning.

  • Sustainable Urban Development

    Balancing economic, social, and environmental factors to ensure urban development meets current and future needs.

Secondary School Curriculum Covered

  • Geography

    • Geography‬ in everyday life
    • Tourism
    • Climate
    • Singapore

  • Social Studies

    • Exploring‬ citizenship &‬‭ governance
    • ‬‭Living in a diverse society
    • ‬Being part‬ of a‬ globalised‬ world‬

  • Character‬‭ & Citizenship‬‭ Education

    • Becoming my best self
    • Building connections
    • Making choices

  • Other Related Progammes

    • Eco Stewardship Programme
    • Values in Action
    • Applied Learning Programme

Key Takeaways for participants

  • ✅ Skills Developed

    • Critical thinking on sustainable urban solutions.
    • Collaborative decision-making through role-playing activities.
    • Practical application of sustainability concepts in urban planning.

  • ✅ Actionable Outcomes

    • Ability to share knowledge on sustainability and green cities.
    • Awareness of how to contribute to sustainable urban development in their communities or schools.

  • ✅ Knowledge Gained

    • Understanding of Singapore’s land use constraints and sustainable planning strategies.
    • Insights into innovative solutions to overcome land scarcity, including urban farming.
    • Importance of community engagement in urban planning.

Hands-On Activities

  • Design Your Green City

    Students identify purposes of different land uses and propose sustainable practices or green spaces.

  • Community Voices Role-Play

    Students take on roles to debate and decide on the most appropriate land use for an existing plot, in consideration of various stakeholders’ needs and trade-offs involved.

  • Farming-Tech Workshop

    Students will be assembling a simple DIY urban farming system using tech-based solutions and recycled materials.
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Testimonials

School Programmes

"The session was very informative and entertaining, allowing me to stay engaged despite the course being multiple hours long. What i enjoyed about the session is the hands on activity as it makes us think critically and thoroughly regarding building a sustainable Singapore."

Student from Ngee Ann Secondary School