Families For Life | Purposeful Play
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 develop their child through play and common home activities.
The Purposeful Play group 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 supportive relationships with other parents!
How do I sign up?
Location/Regions | Service Provider | Details |
|---|---|---|
Ang Mo Kio, Yishun, Hougang, | Allkin Singapore | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Bukit Batok, Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang | Fei Yue Community Services | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Sembawang, Woodlands, | Care Corner Singapore Ltd | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Clementi, Jurong East, Queenstown | Lakeside Family Services Phone: 6567 1908 | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Bukit Merah, Kreta Ayer | Montfort Care | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Boon Lay, Taman Jurong | THK Moral Charities | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Jalan Besar, Toa Payoh | TOUCH Community Services | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Bedok, Geylang Serai | Morning Star Community Services | For more details on upcoming runs and/or to register, click here. |
Purposeful Play for Parents and Children Aged 0 to 6 Years
For enquiries, contact us at parentingsupport@msf.gov.sg.
