English

VISION

To develop students as discerning readers and effective communicators.

MISSION

To create a vibrant and supportive environment where students build a strong foundation in English through engaging and meaningful learning experiences.

KEY PROGRAMMES

STELLAR (Strategies for English Language Learning And Reading) 

In Xinghua Primary School, the teaching of English Language is guided by the STELLAR (Strategies for English Language Learning And Reading) which is developed by the Ministry of Education. STELLAR aims to strengthen students’ language and literacy skills through the use of rich stories of different themes and genres. Students learn to collaborate and work in groups, sharing ideas with one another. By fostering a love for reading and providing opportunities for listening, speaking, reading, and writing, STELLAR helps students become confident and effective users of the English language. Through interactive activities and age-appropriate texts, our students develop both foundational skills and a lifelong appreciation for the language.

Experiential Learning 

In addition to the STELLAR programme, our school places strong emphasis on experiential learning to make the English Language come alive for our students. We believe that children learn best when they are actively involved and can connect language to real-life experiences. Whether it’s observing caterpillars transform into butterflies during a thematic unit or making their own sandwiches while learning to write procedural texts, our students engage in hands-on activities that make reading and writing meaningful, relevant, and fun. These experiences not only deepen their understanding of language structures but also spark curiosity and joy in learning.

Joy of Reading 

We believe in nurturing a lifelong love for reading by creating joyful and enriching reading experiences for all students. We offer a wide range of reading programmes and activities to make reading both meaningful and fun. From our collaboration with the National Library Board to bring in MOLLY Bus (Mobile Library), to the creation of inviting reading spaces around the school, we strive to make books accessible and appealing. Our annual Reading Festival is a much-anticipated event where students dress up as their favourite book characters and celebrate the magic of stories. Structured programmes such as the Primary 1 and 2 Reading Programme and our Buddy Reading Programme, where older students read with younger ones, provide additional support and encouragement. Through these varied efforts, we aim to instill in every child the joy and habit of reading.