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EARLY YEARS

SPRING FESTIVAL CELEBRATION

Written by Ms. Bi Qin and Ms. Cao Jing

金蛇摆尾辞旧岁，骏马奔腾迎新春。2026年2月21日，金光国际学校以“以梦为马，溢彩金光”为主题的春节庆祝活动如约而至。

K2的小朋友们为大家表演了蒙古舞《万马奔腾》，展示了草原上骏马驰骋的盛景与豪情。K1的孩子们带来了律动舞蹈《孩子的天空》，每一个舞步和动作都诉说着他们对新年的美好期待。

Pre-K的小朋友们表演的舞蹈《小马哒哒哒》寓意“马到成功”，孩子们像小马一样奋力奔跑，迎接崭新的开始。Nursery的萌宝们带来了舞蹈《新年到》，他们如舞动的小精灵，带着纯真的微笑，活力满满地迎接马年。随后，幼儿园的小朋友们还与父母一同参加了游戏活动，在欢声笑语中感受着浓浓的春节氛围。

我们欣喜地见证了此次春节庆祝活动的圆满成功，也期待新的一年万事顺遂，如孩子们所愿，亦如他们般纯真美好。

As the Year of the Snake bids farewell and the Year of the Horse gallops into the new year. On 21 February 2026, Sinarmas International School held its Spring Festival celebration themed ‘Riding on Dreams, Blooming in Golden Light’.

Our K2 students performed the Mongolian dance ‘Ten Thousand Horses Galloping’, showcasing the magnificent scene and spirit of horses galloping across the grasslands. K1 students presented the rhythmic dance ‘Children's Sky’, each step and movement expressing their anticipation for the New Year. The performance from Pre-K is called ‘Little Horse Clatter’, a dance with the auspicious meaning of success, as the children, like little horses, ran energetically to greet the New Year. The adorable children from Nursery performed the dance ‘New Year Arrives'. The children are like little fairies, their innocent smiles brimming with vitality as they welcome the Year of the Horse. Afterwards, the kindergarten students participated in Chinese games and activities with their parents, happily experiencing the joyful atmosphere of the Spring Festival.

We are delighted with the successful completion of this Spring Festival celebration, and we look forward to a New Year where everything is as the children wish and as lovely as they are.

TODDLER - Literacy

Written by Ms. Jill

Our Toddler Class explored the letter B through hands-on and meaningful activities. The children were introduced to words beginning with the letter B, such as baseball, beans, and blocks, making connections through play.

The children enjoyed a fun game of baseball. Some of them confidently tried hitting the balls using a bat, practising their hand–eye coordination and gross motor skills. In the sensory area, the children searched for beans hidden in the sand tub. They used their hands to scoop, dig, and discover, strengthening their fine motor skills while reinforcing the letter 'B' sound. The children also explored stacking blocks, carefully balancing and building towers. This activity supported their problem-solving skills, concentration, and understanding of spatial awareness.

Through play, movement, and sensory exploration, the toddlers actively engaged with the letter B in a joyful and memorable way.

NURSERY - Indonesian Language 

Written by Ms. Agnes

The Nursery students have been learning about plants in Indonesian, focusing on flowers, trees, and fruits. Through songs and hands-on activities, they explored different parts, textures, and colours of plants while building their vocabulary.

Our young explorers picked and pasted real flowers onto cardboard vases. This activity allowed them to practise naming colours and flowers with guidance. The following week, we went to the school garden to observe and gently touch the trees, learning about the different parts of a tree in a meaningful way. They then explored fruits that grow on trees by observing and squeezing real fruits, confidently naming them and sharing their favourites. Many were even able to mention that fruits are good for our health — what wonderful learners!

By seeing and experiencing their learning directly, the children are able to understand and remember new vocabulary more easily. Asking simple questions about the topic also encourages them to build confidence in sharing their thoughts in class.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN - Literacy

Written by Ms. April

Our Pre-K students continue to build strong foundations in literacy as they explore Jolly Phonics Group 3 through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Through songs, games, and interactive lessons, students are developing confidence in recognising and identifying letter sounds.

An important focus at this stage is helping children understand the concept of sound–symbol relationships. Students practise matching pictures to their beginning sounds, strengthening their ability to associate objects with the correct letter sound. This foundational skill supports their overall phonemic awareness and prepares them for early reading.

In addition, students participate in creative craft activities that reinforce the letters they are learning. They carefully trace letters using correct formation, helping them develop proper handwriting habits. These experiences not only improve fine motor skills but also prepare them to write letters independently with confidence.

We are proud of the enthusiasm and progress our Pre-K learners continue to show as they grow into confident early readers and writers.

K1 - Music

Written by Ms. Melissa

In K1 Music, children are actively exploring beat and rhythm through engaging, hands-on activities. They develop listening skills by identifying steady beats and using body percussion, like clapping and stomping, which strengthens their motor coordination.

Students also play various percussion instruments, such as tambourines, shakers, and drums. Through guided practice, they learn rhythmic patterns and musical concepts like loud and soft or fast and slow, helping to build their concentration.

Additionally, joyful singing games encourage the children to practise pitch matching and singing in tune, boosting their confidence and social interaction. Overall, these lessons nurture a love for music while developing essential skills like auditory memory, self-expression, and teamwork.

K2 - Chinese

Written by Ms. Cao Jing

K2的小朋友们度过了开心圆满的一周。这周他们学习了春节的习俗并积极参与了文化活动，更好地了解了中国文化。

孩子们在听《年的传说》故事的同时学习了饺子、鞭炮和灯笼等词语，知道了“年”的来历，了解了“鞭炮”和“灯笼”的寓意。他们很开心可以制作马年挂饰，用自己的作品装点教室，为校园增添了春节元素。

在全校的春节庆祝活动中，K2的孩子们为大家表演了蒙古舞《万马奔腾》，展示着中国民族文化的千年积淀。轻快的舞步是民族舞蹈特有的奔放，欢快的节奏是孩子们对新年的召唤和期盼。愿孩子们在新的一年健康平安，快乐成长。

​​The K2 students had a wonderful and fulfilling week. This week, they learned about Spring Festival customs and actively participated in cultural activities, gaining a deeper understanding of Chinese culture.

While listening to the story of ‘The Legend of Nian’, the children learned words like dumplings, firecrackers, and lanterns, understanding the origin of "Nian" and the symbolism of firecrackers and lanterns. They were delighted to make Year of the Horse decorations, decorating the K2 classroom with their own artworks and adding Spring Festival elements to the school.

During the Spring Festival celebrations, our K2 students performed the Mongolian dance ‘Ten Thousand Horses Galloping’, showcasing the millennia-old heritage of Chinese national culture. The lively steps were characteristic of traditional dance, and the cheerful rhythm expressed the children's anticipation and excitement for the New Year. May the children be healthy, safe, and grow happily in the new year.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SPRING FESTIVAL CELEBRATION

Written by Mr. Ian

2026年，是中国的马年。

马，象征着活力、勇气与奔腾向前的精神，这正是金光国际学校所倡导的探索与奋进。

2026年2月21日，是一个美好的日子。全校师生与家长朋友们一起载歌载舞，在精彩的节目中见证着孩子们的点滴成长、在欢声笑语中感受着中华文化的魅力。这一切，让校园成为不同文化交融的最佳场所。

2026 is the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac.

The horse symbolises vitality, courage and the spirit of forging ahead, which perfectly embodies the exploration and perseverance advocated by SWA.

21 February is a wonderful day. Teachers, students and parents gathered together, singing and dancing. We witnessed the children’s growth through wonderful performances and experienced the charm of Chinese culture amidst laughter and joy. All this has made our campus an ideal place for cultural integration.

GRADE 1 - Chinese 

Written by Mr. Shen

在中文学习中，一年级学生认识了中国十二生肖，并特别学习了“马年”的含义。通过有趣的故事和图片讲解，学生们知道了马在中国文化中象征着活力与奔腾向前的精神。结合春节主题，学生们还学习了春节的传统习俗，例如贴春联、挂灯笼、放烟花，以及“福”字所代表的祝福与好运。大家认真完成了马年主题的涂色作品，并把自己的作品展示在教室里，一起装扮教室，营造喜庆的新年氛围。大家开开心心迎接新的一年，在学习中收获知识与祝福。

In Chinese class, Grade 1 students learned about the Chinese Zodiac and explored the meaning of the Year of the Horse. Through engaging stories and picture presentations, students discovered that the horse symbolises energy, strength, and the spirit of moving forward in Chinese culture.

As part of the Chinese New Year theme, students also learned about traditional customs such as putting up Spring Festival couplets, hanging lanterns, setting off fireworks, and the meaning of the character “福,” which represents blessings and good fortune.

The students carefully completed their Year of the Horse colouring projects and proudly displayed their artwork in the classroom. Together, they decorated the room to create a joyful and festive New Year atmosphere.

With smiles and excitement, the children welcomed the new year, gaining both knowledge and blessings through their learning.

GRADE 2 - ICT

Written by Mr. Aldrin

In our Grade 2 ICT Robotics class, students explored the exciting world of coding by creating their own games using Scratch MIT. With colourful blocks and simple drag-and-drop commands, students learned how to make characters move, talk, and react to different events.

The lesson began with understanding sprites, backgrounds, and basic motion blocks. Pupils then added sounds, simple scoring systems, and fun challenges to make their games more interactive. Through this hands-on activity, students developed problem-solving skills, creativity, and logical thinking.

They also practised collaboration by sharing ideas and helping classmates debug simple errors. It was inspiring to see their confidence grow as their games came to life on screen. By the end of the session, every child proudly presented a unique and playful digital creation.

GRADE 3 - Arts

Written by Ms. Nora

In Grade 3 Art, students explored watercolour painting through a fun and creative ice cream project. They learned the wet-on-dry technique, applying diluted watercolour from their palettes onto dry paper to create controlled and vibrant colours.

The students practised mixing water with their paint to achieve the right consistency before applying it carefully to their drawings. They also learned how to blend colours using the wet-on-dry method, layering and softly merging shades to create smooth transitions and a more realistic ice cream effect.

This activity helped students strengthen their brush control, colour mixing skills, and understanding of watercolour techniques while encouraging creativity and neat painting habits. We look forward to seeing their skills continue to grow in future painting projects.

GRADE 4 - PSD

Written by Mr. Danny

Building a Growth Mindset and Goal-Setting Skills

Over the past three weeks, Grade 4 students have been exploring the power of a growth mindset and learning how to set meaningful goals. Through collaborative activities and reflective discussions, students practised setting group goals that are specific, challenging, and achievable.

They learned how to create clear action plans, monitor their progress, and evaluate whether their strategies were effective. An important part of the unit focused on identifying potential roadblocks and developing practical solutions to overcome them. Students also engaged in thoughtful reflection to assess their teamwork, effort, and improvement.

By the end of the unit, students gained valuable skills in perseverance, problem-solving, and responsible planning — empowering them to approach challenges with confidence and resilience both inside and outside the classroom.

GRADE 5 - Maths

Written by Ms. Pamela

The Grade 5 students have officially entered the planning phase of their Term Project in preparation for our upcoming Pi Day Bazaar. Over the past few weeks, they have been brainstorming ideas, conducting research, testing sample recipes, gathering feedback, and making thoughtful adjustments to improve their products. This research and development stage has encouraged them to think carefully about taste, presentation, packaging, and overall standards.

This project is not simply about selling items — it is about serving a purpose. The students are preparing their products to support a meaningful cause, making the experience purposeful and community-focused.

Throughout the planning process, they have applied key Maths skills in real-world contexts. Students measured ingredients using fractions and decimals, adjusted recipes using ratios, and calculated estimated costs. Through multiple trials and refinements, they are developing confidence in making data-informed decisions and understanding how Maths supports real-life problem-solving.