“Mummy, where does water come from?”

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 Research findings indicate that the early years are the best time to learn a new language. What does this mean for parents, especially for the majority of Singaporean parents whose children are expected to be well-versed in both English and Mandarin when they start formal schooling?

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At EtonHouse, learning is an explorative journey where ideas sparked in one space are expanded and transformed in another. Each encounter invites curiosity, exploration, and dialogue.

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Why do some children move smoothly through daily routines while others resist or struggle?

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You’ve heard the term bandied about, there’s mindful breathing, mindful yoga practices, even mindful eating. But what exactly does mindfulness mean and can it be good for children?

Mindfulness, in a nutshell, means being aware of what one is experiencing. So if it is mindful breathing you’re practising, you bring your attention to each breath of air going in and going out, and how it feels filling up your lungs, expanding and contracting your diaphragm, entering and exiting your nostrils.

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Outdoor learning goes far beyond engaging children in physical experiences like running, climbing, and playing. Its true value lies in its ability to foster emotional, social, cognitive, and psychological growth of young children. In today’s fast-paced digital world, where children often spend more time indoors, outdoor learning offers essential benefits that promote a deeper connection to nature and support overall well-being.

Let’s explore why outdoor learning is so important and how it empowers children to grow into curious, confident and independent learners.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a reality. It is shaping the way our children learn, play, and interact with the world. For parents, this rapid shift brings both exciting opportunities and important questions. How do we prepare our children for an AI-driven future while ensuring they develop the values and skills that make us uniquely human?

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Tomorrow’s innovators will need far more than the ability to memorise facts. Yet, many education systems remain focused on standardised testing and rote learning. In Singapore, while academic performance remains a key focus, there are visible shifts in how success is defined. The Straits Times launched its “More than Grades” series on May 25, 2025. The Ministry of Education stopped revealing the top scorers along with their grades, the stories that started appearing in the media also began to change. No longer was it about straight-A students and overachievers. These are clear signs of an evolving mindset. That said, academic rigour continues to be a key pillar in Singapore’s education system.

“The ability to learn by yourself, discover things, create new value propositions are things we want to inculcate,” said Mr Chan Chun Sing in a separate The Straits Times interview. 

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At EtonHouse International Pre-School Claymore, learning begins with a spark of curiosity and unfolds into a rich tapestry of exploration, creativity, and connection. Guided by the Reggio Emilia approach, we believe that every child is capable, competent, and full of potential.

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Are your children ready to thrive in a world where their classmates might include chatbots and their future co-workers could be robots?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer science fiction. From personalised learning platforms to voice assistants in our homes, AI is already shaping how children learn, think and interact. But what does this mean for parenting in the 21st century? How can we raise children who are not only tech-savvy but also thoughtful, adaptable and ethically grounded?

These were key questions at the heart of our recent EtonHouse Parenting Webinar, Raising Future-Ready Children in an AI World: What Every Parent Should Know. Featuring experts in education and technology, the session offered timely insights and practical strategies for parents navigating this ever-evolving landscape.

If you missed it, here are some key takeaways from the conversation.

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