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Our Learning Programmes inspire reflections about sustainability, build connections between generations,
and encourage action towards a sustainable future.
Overview
Overview
At The Circular Classroom, we empower students and lifelong learners to become active changemakers in Singapore’s journey towards sustainability. Through our three-tiered programmes—1 - Understanding, 2 - Applying, and 3 - Leading—we guide our participants from awareness to action and to explore the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), SG Green Plan and Singapore’s efforts in becoming a zero-waste nation. Our hands-on approach complements classroom learning with real-world applications. Students can translate the concepts they study and drive meaningful environmental change. From reusing and repurposing school uniforms to adopting greener habits, we cultivate eco-conscious citizens who think critically, act responsibly, and inspire others. This is just the beginning: we hope to spark a lifelong passion for sustainability.
1 - UNDERSTANDING: Awareness Creation
1 - UNDERSTANDING: Awareness Creation
Mobile Exhibition: The Journey of a School Uniform -
Mobile Exhibition: The Journey of a School Uniform -
Sustainable Practices towards a Zero-Waste Nation
Sustainable Practices towards a Zero-Waste Nation
This exhibition introduces the SG Green Plan and Singapore’s goal to become a zero-waste nation. It highlights the importance of sustainable production & consumption and focuses on the environmental impact of textile waste, which has one of the lowest recycling rates in Singapore. School uniforms - if not reused, repurposed or recycled - add to the overall textile waste.
Set up the Exhibition in your School
Content aligned with curriculum of Primary Schools, Secondary Schools & Junior Colleges
Ideal for Sustainability Days, Green Weeks & Eco-Events
Curated by The Circular Classroom & NIE Teacher Trainees, and designed by students from ITE College Central
Learning
Students will learn about the life cycle of school uniforms - from production to distribution - and how each individual can contribute to a greener Singapore by making sustainable choices.
2 - APPLYING: Experiential Learning
2 - APPLYING: Experiential Learning
Sustainability Workshops
Sustainability Workshops
Our workshops offer learners across all age groups - from Primary School to Higher Education Institutions - as well as parents, teachers and staff an opportunity for applied and experiential learning. Participants will get a hands-on experience by repurposing their pre-loved school uniforms into meaningful and unique items, such as pouches, bags, small soft toys or art pieces.
Duration: 2-4 hours
Participants: 15-100 participants, depending on items created
Programme
Thematic introduction to circularity and the textile industry
Hands-on repurposing activity
Games on sustainability
Reflections about own green practices and contributions to SG Green Plan
Learning
Learners will strengthen their understanding of sustainability and nurture their sustainable consumption behaviours. They will also build up self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment as they showcase their skills and creativity.
3 - LEADING: Eco-Stewardship
3 - LEADING: Eco-Stewardship
Values-in-Action Programmes
Values-in-Action Programmes
Our Values-in-Action Programmes provide a platform for students to demonstrate active citizenship in the whole-of-nation movement to advance Singapore’s national agenda on sustainable development. They enable students to take the lead in adopting a more sustainablle lifestyle through mindset change and hands-on action. Some of our ViA Programmes also offer the opportunity for intergenerational learning and are run in partnership with Active Ageing Centres.
Programme
Insight-talks & modules on circularity and green economy
Design thinking and hands-on repurposing activities to create high-quality products made of pre-loved school uniforms
Reflections sessions and action plan for eco-stewardship
Duration: longterm programme
Participants: 25-50 participants, depending on programme
Learning
The programmes focus on soft and hard skills development towards green action and leadership for sustainability. They encourage students to reflect on how individual actions contribute to broader social and environmental goals, promote empathy and eco-values, long-term thinking and responsible decision-making.
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