Character and Citizenship Education
Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) is at the heart of our school’s efforts to develop every child holistically. We believe that every school experience is a CCE lesson, every student is a peer supporter, and every teacher is a CCE teacher. Through intentional teaching, authentic experiences, and daily interactions, we nurture students to grow in character, care for others, and contribute meaningfully to the community.
In Blangah Rise Primary School, CCE is enacted through a rich combination of lessons, programmes, and authentic experiences:
CCE Curriculum
The CCE curriculum content is conducted through the Form Teacher Guidance Period (FTGP), CCE in Mother Tongue Languages (MTL), and the Programme for Active Learning (PAL). These weekly lessons provide structured opportunities for explicit teaching, reflection, and guided discussions to support the development of good character, resilience and social-emotional well-being, future readiness, and active citizenship, enabling students to apply values and skills meaningfully in their learning and daily interactions. Students are also equipped with the knowledge, skills and healthy habits to navigate the digital world safely, responsibly and confidently through our structured cyber wellness lessons and programmes.
Values and 7 Habits
At Blangah Rise Pri school, values are not just taught but are woven into the very fabric of holistic learning experiences. Our Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) programme is committed to nurturing students who live out the school values of RISE – Respect, Integrity, Self-discipline, and Empathy, empowering them to make thoughtful choices and care for others. Anchored in our school values and the 7 Habits, our Peer Support Programme nurtures a safe, caring and supportive school culture where students develop empathy, responsibility and confidence as they look out for one another.
As a 7 habits school, Leaders in Me is a key platform through which students learn and apply the 7 Habits of Happy Kids. Through explicit teaching and daily practice, students learn to take ownership of their actions, manage themselves proactively, work collaboratively with others, and make values-driven choices. The 7 Habits are intentionally embedded across lessons, school programmes, and authentic experiences, and are further strengthened through strong partnerships with parents to ensure home–school consistency. By working closely with families and using a common language of leadership and values, the school supports students in applying the 7 Habits meaningfully both in school and at home, enabling them to grow into confident, resilient, and caring leaders of self and others.
Key Student Development Experiences
Students develop character and citizenship through a wide range of rich and authentic experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom. These include Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs), Education and Career Guidance (ECG) experiences, and Values in Action (VIA) projects, which provide meaningful opportunities for students to practise teamwork, responsibility, and service to others, while developing the skills, dispositions, and mindsets to be future-ready.
Through National Education Commemorative Days, students deepen their appreciation of our shared past and gain a better understanding of Singapore’s current realities. Cohort learning journeys for museum-based learning provide students with opportunities to explore their Singaporean identity through the arts, culture, and heritage. Together, these experiences support students in applying values in real-life contexts and growing as confident, caring, and responsible citizens.
