Social Studies (SS)
Explore the Social Studies curriculum, which builds pupils' understanding of Singapore's values and the wider world through inquiry-based learning at each primary level.
Social Studies (SS) Curriculum seeks to inculcate in pupils a deeper understanding of the values that define the Singaporean society and nurture dispositions to show concern for the world they live in and demonstrate empathy in their relationships with others. The curriculum therefore envisions the SS pupil as an informed, concerned and participative citizen who is competent in quality decision-making with an impassioned spirit to contribute responsibly in the world he/she lives in. Inquiry is the key pedagogical tool used for the learning of concepts, skills and exploration of topics in SS. Each level is framed by a focus question to engage pupils in thoughtful inquiry.
Social Studies inquiry focus and key understandings by primary level
Level | Key Understandings | Inquiry Focus |
|---|---|---|
Discovering Self and Immediate Environment | ||
Primary 1 | Knowing Myself, Others and My Surroundings | Who am I in relation to the people and places around me? |
Primary 2 | Coming together as a Nation | What unites us as people of Singapore? |
Understanding Singapore in the Past and Present | ||
Primary 3 | Understanding Singapore | How do we appreciate the country we live in? |
Primary 4 | Valuing Our Past | How is life in Singapore today shaped by what happened in the past? |
Appreciating the World and Region We Live in | ||
Primary 5 | Appreciating the World | How have the legacies of the world impacted our lives today? |
Primary 6 | Discovering Southeast Asia | How is Southeast Asia important to Singapore? |