Outdoor Education Courses For Kids In Singapore

OUTDOOR SCHOOL SINGAPORE: Outdoor Education Courses At Various Locations

Outdoor School Singapore is a multisensory and adventurous outdoor learning experience for children ages 4-9. Outdoor School Singapore believes that learning in the great outdoors can help develop a child’s risk-taking ability, resilience, and responsibility. Here kids will learn about heights, camping, and tools that can be found in nature. Run as either a holiday camp or a school program, Outdoor School Singapore runs their programs at a variety of outdoor locations like Dairy Farm Nature Reserve, Chestnut Park, Bishan-AMK Park.

Outdoor School Singapore, various locations (depending on session booked), Singapore, letsgo@outdoorschool.sg, www.outdoorschool.sg

NATURE EXPLORERS SCHOOL: Outdoor Education Courses At Labrador Park

Nature Explorers School runs outdoor education sessions for 3-6 year olds and 7-12 year olds. Learning in nature allows the kids to see nature and gain valuable knowledge of flora and fauna. Kids learn how to do nature craft, outdoor cooking as well as participate on nature walks. The coach-to-student ratio is also kept low at 1:5, to ensure each kid gets specialized attention. Nature Explorers School even runs fun holiday camps where kids learn how to pitch tents, use compasses, and read maps.

Nature Explorers School, Labrador Nature Reserve, Labrador Villa Rd, Singapore 119187, +65 9847 1674, natureexplorersschool@gmail.com, www.natureexplorersschool.com

FOREST ADVENTURE: Outdoor Education Courses At Bedok Reservoir

If you are looking for an adrenaline-pumping outdoor adventure, then fly high amongst the treetops at Forest Adventure, which is Singapore’s largest treetop adventure park! With over 40 obstacles and 3 giant zip lines, kids, teens, and adults can test their balance, strength, and bravery! There are three different courses to choose from (based on age and height), making this a fun activity for the whole family!

Forest Adventure, Bedok Reservoir Park, Singapore 479244, +65 8100 7420, booking@forestadventure.com.sg, www.forestadventure.com.sg

WILDLINGS: Outdoor Education Courses At Various Locations

Wildlings is an outdoor education program to help children (18 months to 9 years old) develop an appreciation for nature. Wildlings focus on a child’s holistic development, covering social, physical, intellectual, communication, emotional, spiritual, creative, and cultural elements. They offer both drop-off or adult accompanied sessions, and throughout these sessions, kids do activities like nature walks and learn basic survival skills like how to tie knots, make shelters, and build fires. And guess what? They even offer outdoor gardening for tweens, teens, and adults!

Wildlings, various locations (depending on session booked), Singapore, +65 8875 5919, hello@wildlings.sg,www.wildlings.sg

LITTLE RANGERS CLUB: Outdoor Education Courses At Bukit Batok & More

Little Rangers offers a series of indoor and outdoor skill learning programs, a toddler play and exploration space, kids holiday camps, exciting workshops, parties, events, and partnerships with schools! They are based in the premises of Bukit Batok Civil Service Club and run its programs both within the club and throughout beautiful outdoor spaces around Singapore. Their focus is on exposing young children to skills that will build their character, strength, resilience, and holistic well-being.

Little Rangers Club, 91 Bukit Batok West Ave 2
Civil Service Club, #03-02, Singapore 659206, +65 8150 1246, hello@littlerangers.sg, www.littlerangers.sg

YMCA SINGAPORE: Outdoor Education Courses At Orchard

YMCA Singapore outdoor and adventure programs are organized for the adventurous who love nature and outdoor activities. Through these trips, kids build character and learn the value and meaning of teamwork, while indulging in their passion for the great outdoors. Kids can choose from fun activities including hiking.

YMCA Singapore, 1 Orchard Road, Singapore 238824, +65 6586 2333 ymcaoutdoors@ymca.org.sg, www.ymca.org.sg/healthy-living/ymca-outdoor-and-adventure-programmes

ASIA PACIFIC ADVENTURE: Outdoor Education Courses At Various Locations

Asia Pacific Adventure (APA) specializes in outdoor skills training (eg. first aid training), youth adventure programs (eg. kayaking, trail running, mountain biking), event management, and adventure facility development throughout the Asia region. Their outdoor educational programs are for younger children aged between 8 and 12. Each program is customized with common themes such as appreciating the differences in the abilities of others, respect for the environment, and learning the value of teamwork, communication, and reflection.

Asia Pacific Adventure, info@asiapacificadventure.com, www.asiapacificadventure.com

USA GIRL SCOUTS SINGAPORE: Outdoor Education Courses At Various Locations

USA Girl Scouts Singapore offers the familiar traditions of Girl Scouts, the premier leadership organization for young women in the US. USA Girl Scouts Overseas has a number of international camp outings scheduled at different locations around the world (Japan, Germany, UK, India and more). There are camps that suit different age groups and school schedules.

USA Girl Scouts Singapore, info@singaporeusagirlscouts.org, www.singaporeusagirlscouts.org

SINGAPORE SCOUT ASSOCIATION: Outdoor Education Courses At Bishan

Committed to the development and education of young people, the Singapore Scout Association (SSA) is one of the oldest youth movements in Singapore. Scouting is a non-formal educational movement. Scouting does not seek to reproduce what school, family, religious institutions, leisure clubs, etc., are already offering young people. It seeks to complement what others are doing by helping to fill gaps that may not be being met by others. If your kids like the outdoors and trying survival skills, the Scout Association could be for them.

Singapore Scout Association, 1 Bishan St. 12, Singapore 579808, +65 6259 2858, hq@scout.org.sg, www.scout.sg

OUTDOOR LEARNING & ADVENTURE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION: Outdoor Education Courses Off Tanjong Pagar

Outdoor Learning & Adventure Education Association (OLAEA) members have the opportunity to make a difference and enhance their knowledge, skills, and experience. As well as hosting events for kids, they also host workshops for trainers. This way you know your kids are being taught by some of the best. Check out their website for when they’re hosting their next sessions.

Outdoor Learning & Adventure Education Association, 10 Anson Road, #10-11, Singapore 079903, info@olae.sg, www.olae.sg

TRAINING BY GLEN: Outdoor Education Courses At Various Locations

Training By Glen is an outdoor survivalist course for teens and adults ages 12 and above. This is the course you will want to have done if you were to ever get lost out in the bush. The course is completely personalized and suitable for beginners through to advanced. Expect to learn how to acquire drinking water, food, and shelter, as well as how to navigate using a map and compass and how to keep yourself safe and protected from the elements.

Training By Glen, various locations (you can choose), Singapore, +65 98450655, glen@trainingbyglen.com, www.trainingbyglenpoh.com/bushcraft-training

WANT MORE? Outdoor Education Classes For Kids In Singapore By Area

Outdoor Education Classes For Kids In East and North-East Singapore:

• Forest Adventure

Outdoor Education Classes For Kids In North Singapore:

• Singapore Scout Association

Outdoor Education Classes For Kids In West Singapore:

• Little Rangers Club
• Nature Explorers School

Outdoor Education Classes For Kids In Central Singapore:

• YMCA Singapore
• Outdoor Learning & Adventure Education Association

Outdoor Education Classes For Kids In Multiple Locations Singapore:

• Outdoor School Singapore
• Wildlings
• Training by Glen
• USA Girl Scouts Singapore
• Asia Pacific Adventure