Scouts

History

Robert Baden-Powell started the Scouting movement in 1907 in United Kingdom. Scouting was first introduced in Singapore in 1908 but was officially inaugurated in 1910. The Scouts Movement (Scouting in Singapore) was inaugurated on 2 July 1910 and since then, it has expanded to various parts of Singapore, including primary schools. In Princess Elizabeth Primary School, Scouting includes both boys and girls.

The Mission of Scouting

The mission of Scouting is to contribute to the education of young people, through a value system based on the Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world where people are self-fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive role in society.  

The Vision of Scouting

Better Scouting for more young People

The Scout Promise

On my Honour I promise that I will do my best

To do my duty to God and the Republic of Singapore

To help other people and

To keep the Scout Law

The Scout Law

A Scout is to be trusted

A Scout is loyal

A Scout makes friends, establishes and maintains harmonious relations

A Scout is disciplined and considerate

A Scout has courage in all difficulties

Activities and Highlights

Weekly meetings:

• • Proficiency badges trainings

  • knotting trainings

  • basic first aid activities

  • foot drill and commands

  • team building activities and games

Outdoor Activities

• Campfires and camping

• nature reserve hiking

• community services (school and neighbourhood)