English Language
Vision
At GMS(P), we are committed to nurturing every student to be an informed, competent, confident and empathetic communicator.
Our Approach
Our English curriculum is anchored on four key pillars:
Developing Avid and Informed Readers
We cultivate students who read widely and think deeply about texts. They learn to evaluate sources critically, distinguish facts from opinion, and recognise misinformation and bias. In doing so, they grow into curious, discerning and imaginative readers who see themselves as active meaning-makers of their world.
Nurturing Confident and Empathetic Communicators
We develop informed students who embody the GMS(P) INSPIRE values, dispositions
and skills to listen actively to diverse perspectives and communicate effectively
with purpose, audience and context in mind.
Cultivating Curious and Connected Learners
We cultivate
curious learners who ask thoughtful questions and make meaningful connections
between classroom learning and the real world. Through authentic experiences,
they explore diverse perspectives, apply language with purpose, and recognise
the relevance of English beyond the classroom.
Developing Empowered and Self-Directed Learners
We develop reflective and self-directed learners who take ownership of their growth. Through intentional teacher, self and peer feedback, students monitor their progress, act on next steps, and grow in confidence as independent learners.
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These pillars come alive through our key programmes and initiatives across
all levels, ensuring purposeful platforms for every student to be stretched,
supported and empowered to grow.
Our Key Programmes
1. Applied Learning Programme
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2, English Reading Programme (ERP)
We foster a whole-school reading culture by cultivating a joy of reading.
This programme nurtures strong reading habits and comprehension skills.
Through activities like Characters Come Alive, talks by local authors and
post-reading activities, the ERP exposes students to read and respond to
a variety of genres and text types.
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Beloved book characters coming alive at GMS(P)! |
Neil Humphrey sharing the inspiration behind his books with our avid readers and budding writers.
Stretch Programmes
Learning doesn’t stop at the classroom. Our Stretch Programmes give identified
P4–P6 students exciting opportunities to explore and grow their talents.
Be it diving into stories through MOE Reading Circles,
unleashing imagination in the Creative Writing Programme,
or showcasing skills in competitions, students are encouraged
to think deeply, express creatively, and shine confidently.
Reading Circles - Journeying through Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, students reflect on courage, empathy and the power of ordinary people to make a difference.
Creative Writing Programme – Our aspiring writers shape their thoughts into stories.
Support Programmes
We provide targeted support to build strong foundations in reading for students who need an extra boost. Through a range of MOE‑supported and school‑based intervention programmes, we strengthen key literacy skills and build students’ confidence as readers.
Students also benefit from rich reading experiences such as kidsREAD sessions
and Buddy Reading Programme with students from Chung Cheng High School
(Main). Through these sessions, our students get to enjoy stories with
guidance and develop positive reading habits in a safe and encouraging
environment.
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Book titles that ofor KidsRead and Buddy Reading Programmes |
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Through a coherent curriculum and purposeful programmes, we journey with
every GMS(P) student as they grow into informed, confident and empathetic
communicators — ready to engage meaningfully with the world around them.