What is Purposeful Play?
Developed jointly by the Ministry of Social and Family Development and the Parenting Research Centre from Australia, the Purposeful Play programme seeks to help parents of children aged 0-6 years develop their child through play and daily interactive activities.
The Purposeful Play programme introduces you to 10 evidence-based strategies that equips you with the knowledge and skills to:
Think about ways to create a warm and stimulating home environment for your child
Use everyday activities to develop language and problem-solving skills to enhance your child's school readiness, as well as to bond and strengthen your relationship with your child.
Session 1: Warm and Gentle and Play
Session 2: Tuning In and Routines
Session 3: Following Your Child’s Lead and Shared Reading
Session 4: Listening and Talking More and Watching Screens Together
Session 5: Teachable Moments and Community Resources
What can I expect?
5 x 1.5-hour, in-person sessions with your child
Conducted over 5 consecutive weeks
Gain confidence in your skills to support your child's development!
Build a strong parent-child bond!
Increase social connections with other parents!
How do I sign up?
Location/Regions | Service Provider | Details |
Ang Mo Kio, Yishun | Allkin Singapore Ltd Email: famforlife@allkin.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Bukit Batok, Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang | Fei Yue Community Services Email: parenting@fycs.org | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Sembawang, Woodlands, Pasir Ris, Punggol, Tampines | Care Corner Singapore Ltd Email: ffl@carecorner.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Clementi, Jurong East, Queenstown | Lakeside Family Services Email: fflc@lakeside.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Hougang, Sengkang, Serangoon | Methodist Welfare Services Email: mwsfsp@mws.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Bukit Merah, Kreta Ayer | Montfort Care Email: parenting@montfortcare.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Boon Lay, Taman Jurong | THK Moral Charities Email: psp_jurong@thkmc.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Jalan Besar, Toa Payoh | TOUCH Community Services Email: parenting@touch.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Bedok, Geylang Serai | Morning Star Community Services Email: training@morningstar.org.sg | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
For enquiries, contact us at parentingsupport@msf.gov.sg