Objectives 

• To help K1 students who are lagging behind their peers academically and to prepare academically weaker K2 students for Primary 1 with emphasis on phonics and numeracy concepts

• To promote and teach parental involvement in their children's studies

 

Core Content / methodology

• Lessons in Phonics covering A to Z through stories, music and writing

• Mathematical concepts through games, rhymes and hands-on activities

• Learning Experience Approach through field trips, discussions, reading and writing

• Parents are also taught the same but with additional focus on simple methodology of teaching basic mathematical concepts and parenting tips for a conducive learning environment to motivate, encourage their children

• Individual coaching where needed   

• Group teaching   

• Small group work

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Eligibility criteria for admission to program

• Children identified by their teachers as lagging behind in their cohort or not equipped for Primary One

• Children who are struggling to recognize letters of the alphabet and words in the English language

• Under financial assistance scheme

• Singapore citizens

 

Venue
Block 81, MacPherson Lane, #01-29, S360081

Duration

20 sessions, 2 hours per session

Schedule
Saturday, 2pm to 4pm, from May to November

Minimum Qualification required of volunteers

• Able to speak in English clearly (Good pronunciation is a plus)

• A credit for English Language at GCE '0' level

 

Training for volunteers

• Orientation and understanding BCCS’ philosophy

• Phonics & Numeracy

• Worksheet Activities

• Other workshops as appropriate

 

BCCS' Expectations of volunteers

• Attendance at training

• Regular attendance

• Participate in at least one bonding activity outside of the programme

Contacts for volunteering of services

• Deborah Pay: ppcmbox@gmail.com

• Chew Wee Pin: cwp8168@hotmail.com