Embarking on her dance journey 27 years ago, June Lin, supported by a devoted circle of friends and family, now graces the professional stage with Apsara Asia. SINGAPORE (CNA) – At the age of 12, June Lin took her first steps into the world of dance alongside classmates at Towner Gardens School, designed for children […]
SINGAPORE - Every day, Madam Ng Gim is reminded that her four adult children have special needs, sometimes through unwelcome chatter when strangers stare. Madam Ng's sons Lee Eng Ang, 56, and Lee Eng Chwee, 50, and daughters Lee Bee Lan, 54, and Lee Peng Peng, 52, were born with intellectual disabilities. The 77-year-old, who is unclear about her own.
Education is a fundamental right for every child, regardless of their abilities or challenges. In Singapore, special education (Sped) plays a vital role in ensuring that children with diverse learning needs receive the support and opportunities they need to thrive. In this article, we'll delve into the world of special education in Singapore, exploring its definition, teaching methods, enrollment considerations,.
What's NDP without the NDP Fun Pack? As with last year's NDP Fun Pack, this year's continues to showcase the exceptional talents of differently abled artists. In total, there are four designs that have been pieced together from 140 art pieces created by 21 artists with disabilities who hail from various Social Service Agencies (SSAs) and Special Education Schools.
If you’re concerned about your child’s academic development or communication skills, you might be wondering if they have an underlying condition, such as ADHD, dyslexia or autism. Although completely different developmental disorders, these three conditions are often discussed together because they share several symptoms. Not only that, but people who have one condition can often also have another (e.g. ADHD.