TThe Co-Curriculum is central to our mission of providing a holistic education, enabling our Tanglin students to fulfil their potential and leave school future ready. Whether your child’s passions lie in Sports, the Arts, the outdoors or in academia, there really is something for everyone here at Tanglin and I hope that what you find in this booklet proves exciting, motivating and challenging for your child
Beyond the skills and knowledge they will acquire in the Co-Curriculum, the different learning experiences, whether on the sports field, in a rehearsal room, on the stage or on a school trip, help the children in our care to flourish as people, determining who they are and what their hobbies for life might be
Co-curricular endeavour also provides students the space and experience of handling adversity and challenge, making them more able to navigate life’s bumps with confidence and good humour. I am also certain that they will have good fun, making friends and cherished memories, along the way.
Sophie Hawkins Co-Curriculum Lead (Whole School)
Gymnastics Club
Day/Time: Mondays to Saturdays Year: Nursery - Year 2
Tanglin Lions gymnastics offers classes for all levels and abilities within our club programme. Through our competitive to performance pathway, gymnasts have the opportunity to represent the school in national and international competitions.
All children from Nursery to Year 2 who are interested in joining gymnastics should email gymnastics@tts.edu.sg.
Learn to Swim
Day/Time: Mondays to Fridays Year: Reception - Year 2
The Learn to Swim programme aims to provide a comprehensive and accessible swimming environment that prioritises water safety and fosters lifelong skills. Our mission is to empower each student with confidence in and around water, developing their stroke technique over time.
Lessons are available both within the CCA programme and after school hours. Please email merlions@tts.edu.sg for further details.
RECEPTION
ART & CRAFTS
Art Attack
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Sparking creativity and imagination!
Children can create and express ideas or feelings through a variety of media.
Construction Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Create, explore, design and build any model that you like. A club for children who enjoy building using different construction toys.
Play and Create
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Join us for a playful and enriching experience that boosts imagination and mindfulness! Through activities like digital art, play dough, and fine motor skills challenges, the children will express their creativity.
MUSIC
Magical Musical Fun
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Singing, dancing and exploring all the different instruments as well as scraves, ribbons and beanbags in the music room whilst working together to make magical music.
STEM & INQUIRY
Let's Get Techy!
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Opportunities for exploring a range of technology resources suitable for Reception, focusing on developing IT skills across multiple areas of the curriculum.
SPORT & OUTDOOR PURSUITS
Fitness Fun
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Opportunities to develop gross motor skills through soft play, outdoor play as well as circle, parachute and team games.
Fun To Move Gymnastics
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Introduction to Gymnastics skills and movements using exploration and play on gymnastics equipment. Led by Gymnastics coaches to allow children to explore freely and challenge themselves on gymnastics equipment, building confidence.
YEAR 1
ART & CRAFTS
Construction Club
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Designing, creating and building using different construction resources.
Amazing Artists
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Do you like Hama beads, making bracelets but also painting, sketching and 3D Art? Get your creative juices flowing by exploring different techniques and media in Amazing Artists CCA. We will explore a number of artists and styles and will end up with some beautiful pieces to take home with us.
Art Explorer
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Exploring the world's famous artist and their work. Variety of hands-on artwork using techniques and styles of famous artists that allows children to use their minds creatively and hone their fine motor skills all while having fun and learning.
STEM & INQUIRY
Tech: Scratch Coding
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Scratch is a visual programming language that allows children to create their own interactive stories, games and animations. As children learn the skills to design Scratch projects, they think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively.
Puzzle & Play
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Children will engage in fun, hands-on activities that challenge their thinking and encourage collaboration. Each session focuses on turn-taking, sharing, and solving problems together through games, puzzles, and creative tasks.
Chess for Beginners
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Let's have some fun when learning how to play chess together. We'll focus on what the pieces are, how they are used and how to strategize when trying to capture your opponent's king. Please note, this is not competition standard, we will be starting from scratch.
Scratch Jr
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Develop creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving with block based coding in stories enhancing Math & Literacy skills.
Apple Technology Explorers
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Calling all curious Year 2 technology adventurers! Come and discover how to navigate exciting Apple apps, explore new tools that make learning fun, and work together to create and share amazing digital projects. Whether you're drawing, filming, or storytelling, there's something for everyone. Let’s learn, play, and grow as tech explorers—together!
All Aboard!
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Engaging a range of social skills like cooperation, turn-taking and other prosocial behaviours such as sharing and complimenting or helping others. "When you’re playing, you talk about the game, and conversations about broader topics often develop from there"...so 'Come on Board'
LINGUISTICS
Chinese Language: Mini Clay Masters
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Welcome to “Clay Master” – A Creative Clay Adventure! In this CCA, little artists will explore shapes, colours, and textures as they mould and create their own 3D clay masterpieces. Along the way, they’ll also learn simple Chinese words and phrases through play and creativity. Each week, your child will bring home a unique handmade creation to proudly share with family and friends!
Sign Language Superheroes
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Explore and appreciate another form of language and communication. Learn basic sign language and finger spelling in a fun and interactive way. Have a headstart in promoting diversity and inclusion with this superpower skill!
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Join Wukong, the clever and skillful Monkey King, on his legendary journey filled with challenges, teamwork, and discovery! In this Chinese CCA, children will explore classic stories, create meaningful crafts, and learn simple Chinese words and phrases—all while developing a love for Chinese culture and growing into curious, confident global learners.
Chinese Cooking
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Welcome to the Chinese Cooking course! In this class, you will have the opportunity to learn how to use chopsticks and a kid-friendly knife, while gaining hands-on experience in preparing a variety of traditional Chinese dishes. Together, we will make classic favorites such as pork and cabbage dumplings, mango pomelo sago, and seafood fried rice.
MUSIC
Infant Strings Group
Day/Time: Monday, 12:1012.40pm
Open to children who have already started having violin or cello lessons. This group will allow students the opportunity to play as part of a group and extend their skills. Contact music@tts.edu.sg if you would like your child to join.
Percussion for Fun
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Each week will focus on one instrument and learn how to play and create our own music on them. Children will also explore different body percussions and music from around the world. At the end of each session we end with a classical musical story with buttons the children explore to listen to different styles of music.
Storytime Singalong
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Join us for a joyful after-school club where books and music come together! Each week, we’ll enjoy a fun picture book read-aloud followed by a singalong inspired by the story—or sometimes, we’ll start with a favourite song and discover a story to match.
Musical Imagination Explorers
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Welcome to Music Explorers. Each week, we will listen to a fun piece of music, then let it inspire us to make our own masterpieces. From building with LEGO to drawing, painting and so much more - each week is a chance for you to use your imagination and have fun!
Y1 Choir
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
A Year 1 choir with the focus on fun singing together as a group learning new songs and enjoying making music together.
SPORT & OUTDOOR PURSUITS
Ball Skills
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
An opportunity to develop a range of key ball skills such as throwing, catching, dribbling and striking as well as building understanding of playing team games by trying out a range of different sports and activities.
Animal Yoga
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Introducing yoga poses and stretches through creative animal poses. Children will be introduced to breath and posture awareness via animal imitations.
Climbing & Movement Skills
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Children will get the opportunity to boulder and rock-climb using a belay, while also practising over movement skills across equipment. This fun activity will increase core strength, determination and resilience.
Football Skills
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
A chance for children to develop their football skills with a focus on games and fun activities.
Outdoor Adventurers
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Get ready to dig in, explore, and connect with nature in hands-on outdoor adventures ! From caring for friendly ducks to planting and learning to use real tools, children will discover the joys of the natural world while building confidence and curiosity. It's the perfect mix of fresh air, fun, and learning!
Mindfulness Matters
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Join Mindfulness Matters, a calm and creative space where we can explore how to be kind to ourselves and others. Through gentle yoga, fun outdoor activities, and soothing art like colouring and friendship bracelet-making, children will learn simple ways to relax, build empathy, and enjoy moments of quiet. We will encourags positive thinking, selfcare, and connection with friends, all while having fun!
YEAR 2
ART & CRAFTS
Woodworking
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Get ready to saw, hammer, and build in our exciting Woodworking CCA! Children will dive into hands-on fun as they create their own wooden masterpieces using real tools. With every tap of the hammer and turn of a drill, they'll grow their creativity, confidence, and coordination!
Art Club
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Come and explore new materials and techniques while creating your own master pieces!
Amazing Artists
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Do you like Hammer beads, making bracelets but also painting, sketching and 3D Art? Get your creative juices flowing by exploring different techniques and media in Amazing Artists CCA. We will explore a number of artists and styles and will end up with some beautiful pieces to take home with us.
STEM & INQUIRY
Dash Coding
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Discover coding fun with Dash robots to solve creative challenges, boost teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking. Get Dash to dance, navigate mazes or challenges in an exciting and interactive way.
The Joyful Journalists
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Are you ready to be a Joyful Journalist? This CCA is all about discovering and sharing the positive buzz around Tanglin. We'll be on the lookout for happy moments, inspiring acts, and exciting news from all 8 Houses. Creating an engaging Mini 'Newspaper' to spread that joy throughout the school community!
Lego Robotics
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Join the Lego Robotics group, where we will explore technology through Lego building and programming! We will use our problem solving, teamwork, and creative thinking skills while learning the basics of robotics in a playful, engaging environment.
Taskmaster
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Inspired by the hit UK show, the Taskmaster CCA challenges students to think outside the box, communicate effectively, and make quick, creative decisions — all while having a great deal of fun! Each week, participants will take on a range of unusual and entertaining tasks designed to test their problem-solving, teamwork, and ingenuity. More than just games, this CCA encourages resilience, collaboration, and clear communication — essential skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Little Chefs, Big Creations
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Children will embark on a delicious and exciting journey into the world of edible crafts! This club offers a fun and creative way to explore different ingredients and food textures, transforming simple snacks into imaginative works of art. Children will learn to craft and decorate delicious, easy-to-make treats.
Chess Champions
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Are you interested in learning the basics of chess or playing against other chess wizards like you? Come and join in and get to grips with one of the world's best games that has been going for 1500 years! If strategy and problem solving are your thing, come and join the Chess Champions CCA!
Cooking up a Storm
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Come and have fun, explore interesting recipes and create some tasty treats to enjoy at the end of your session. We will explore food from around the world with a focus on health eating with the occasional treat. Whip up some delicious delights in the kitchen that you can wow your grown ups with at home!
LINGUISTICS
Chinese Language: Mini Clay Masters
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Welcome to “Clay Master” – A Creative Clay Adventure! In this CCA, little artists will explore shapes, colours, and textures as they mould and create their own 3D clay masterpieces. Along the way, they’ll also learn simple Chinese words and phrases through play and creativity. Each week, your child will bring home a unique handmade creation to proudly share with family and friends!
Chinese Cooking
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Welcome to the Chinese Cooking course! In this class, you will have the opportunity to learn how to use chopsticks and a kid-friendly knife, while gaining hands-on experience in preparing a variety of traditional Chinese dishes. Together, we will make classic favorites such as pork and cabbage dumplings, mango pomelo sago, and seafood fried rice.
Chinese Language: Exploring Monkey King's Journey to the West
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Join Wukong, the clever and skillful Monkey King, on his legendary journey filled with challenges, teamwork, and discovery! In this Chinese CCA, children will explore classic stories, create meaningful crafts, and learn simple Chinese words and phrases—all while developing a love for Chinese culture and growing into curious, confident global learners.
MUSIC
Infant Strings Group
Day/Time: Monday, 12:10-12.40pm
Year: 1-2
Open to children who have already started having violin or cello lessons. This group will allow students the opportunity to play as part of a group and extend their skills. Contact music@tts.edu.sg if you would like your child to join.
Piano Group
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
A chance for piano players who have been taking lessons for at least one term to play in a group on keyboards. This is not for beginners.
Ukulele
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Strum along with other ukulele enthusiasts in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
Year 2 Choir
Day/Time: Tuesday, 3-4pm
For all Year 2 children who love to sing! Do note that this is after school and there is no 4pm bus available for Year 2s.
Library: Story-time Singalong
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Join us for a joyful after-school club where books and music come together! Each week, we’ll enjoy a fun picture book read-aloud followed by a singalong inspired by the story—or sometimes, we’ll start with a favourite song and discover a story to match.
Beginner Strings
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
An introduction to the cello or violin, having fun learning how to play a string instrument and playing together in a group.
Recorder Wizards
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
An introduction to the recorder, learn to play together and have fun learning simple tunes!
SPORT & OUTDOOR PURSUITS
Climbing & Movement Skills
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
Children will get the opportunity to boulder and top rope rock-climb ,while also practising other movement skills across equipment. This fun activity will increase core strength, determination and resilience.
Tanglin Lions Football Academy
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm
A chance for children to develop their football skills with a focus on games and fun activities.
Urban Gardening
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Inspired by the book, The Sky Garden, children will design and landscape the Year 2 Garden. Along with their green fingered skills, children will be planning and building the resources needed to bring the garden to life.
Multi-Sports and PE Games
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Children will get to play a range of sports and activities such a basketball, hockey, handball and benchball. Communication and teamwork skills will also be developed along with tactical thinking and understanding of positioning and game play.
Yoga
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm
Children will learn a series of simple postures which will be built upon over the weeks.
PAID ACTIVITIES
Centre Stage
Creative Drama
Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 2-3pm Year: Reception & Year 1-2
Creative Drama is process-driven drama – the emphasis and the value is in the journey rather than the outcome. We bring to life situations, stories, and characters by ‘playing out’ the narrative – using structured play in a highly fun and interactive way. Skills applied and gained from these classes are broad and immense: Confidence, communication, quick thinking, problem-solving, flexibility, teamwork, an ability to improvise, apply creativity and imagination as well as develop social and emotional skills! These classes are suitable for all children from the under-confident to build self-esteem to the real drama enthusiast.
Musical Theatre
Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 2-3pm Year: Reception & Year 1-2
Creative Musical Drama is designed to build confidence and develop basic musical theatre skills in a process driven environment. The value and importance will be in the process and not the product. These courses combine movement, dance and song with a through line of Creative Drama and character work which we believe forms the basis for all performance work. Students will use this added element to build belief in the characters they are playing – a fundamental skill required in Musical Theatre. The key aims of Creative Musical Drama classes are to build confidence and express ourselves creatively in a safe space… learning valuable life skills in a process driven environment, rather than focusing on presentations or performances.
LAMDA
LAMDA Day/Time: Tuesday 2-3pm Year 1 Thursday 2-3pm Year 2
Students will take part in the Solo Introductory Stage 1, learning how to perform one poem from memory, audibly and clearly, with an appreciation of meaning, maintain a short conversation about a favourite toy, explaining the reasons for their choice, along with an explanation about how to play a favourite game. This leads to an exam in June, with an examiner visiting from the UK. Please note, this programme runs across three terms leading to the optional LAMDA exam in May/June, which will be billed separately. We offer a showcase at the end of the year which is free to attend.
The Movement Studio
Ballet
Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 2-3pm Year: Reception & Year 1-2
We will meet your little one in their world—a world filled with stories, magic, and makebelieve! They will learn classical ballet steps in a fun and interactive way. Our classes incorporate both ATOD (Australian Teacher of Dancing) and RAD (Royal Academy of Dance), an internationally recognised syllabus from Australia and the UK respectively- giving them a strong foundation for technique. Children will develop coordination, control, spatial awareness, improved posture, and responsiveness to music, as well as expression and performance through Creative exploration!
Jazz & Street Dance
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm Year: 1-2
This style of dance is inspired by various street dance techniques such as bounce, popping, break, locking and focusses on groove and rhythm! Expect to hone body coordination and get a good form of cardio while grooving to cool and fun Hip Hop beats, that’s what a street jazz dance class provides and so much more! A fun way to develop musicality through the different tempo and songs that they are familiar with will give them a new appreciation for music and movement. The children will learn a variety of street dance poses and choreography with performance and showcase opportunities throughout the year.
Sports & Outdoor Pursuits
Rex Martens Cricket Academy
Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 2-3pm Year: Reception & Year 1-2
The course is designed for young children who want to develop their cricket skills. Content will cover a wide range of batting, bowling and fielding skills with the emphasis on enjoyment. Students will get opportunities to develop their skills through modified games and cricket drills. The sessions are designed to encourage beginners but also challenge the more experienced players.
Goju Karate
Day/Time: Thursday, 2-3pm Year: 1-2
Our programme is about incorporating karate-do into a fun and fitness training of karate and self-defence skills. The physical training will improve one’s agility, flexibility, strength, coordination and motor skills development. The mental training enhances self-discipline, self-esteem, humility, respect for others and resilience.
BSO Beavers
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm Year: 1-2
Are you keen for your child to join British Scouting Overseas? As Scouts we take part in lots of adventures, make new friends, support our community and have fun each week.
PAID ACTIVITIES
Linguistics
French
Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 2-3pm
Year: Year 1-2
This activity aims to familiarize students with essential vocabulary, including numbers, colors, and terms related to school, as well as develop their conversational skills in areas such as introductions and greetings. Learning will be facilitated through a variety of engaging activities, including games, songs, interactive exercises, and written tasks.
Sanskriti Hindi
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm Year: 1-2
In an increasingly globalized world where opportunity invites immigration, it can be easy for younger generations to lose touch with their linguistic roots. Sanskriti is committed to preserving and promoting Hindi, helping children reconnect with their cultural roots and is designed for both beginners as well as students with prior knowledge of Hindi.
Urdu
Day/Time: Tuesday, 2-3pm Year: 1-2
Urdu beginner lessons- Children will learn basic knowledge of the Urdu language via alphabets, thematic vocabulary, vocalisation of words and learning to partake in simple conversations.
