About Us

 

The Singapore Centre for Character and Citizenship Education was officially launched at the Teachers’ Conference and ExCEL Fest (TCEF) on 30 May 2023.

The Centre seeks to advance professional learning and research in Character and Citizenship Education to support the development of children and youth in Singapore and beyond.

Our purpose is to:

  • Conduct CCE-related educational research to inform policy and practice and be a nexus for research, practice, and theory in CCE, with greater emphasis on practice and pedagogy in the Singapore context;
  • Provide leadership for effectiveness, coherence and intentionality of CCE-related courses/programmes in NIE;
  • Collaborate with schools to explore, develop, and promote new and innovative ways to enhance learning in CCE; and
  • Provide thought leadership and expand expertise in CCE by forming learning communities and bringing together experts as consultants and collaborators in research and PD, both locally and internationally.

 

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"Setting up the Singapore Centre for CCE shows MOE’s unwavering commitment to nurture holistic, future-ready children and youth who can thrive in a turbulent world. I hope that the Centre will lead the way for CCE and signal its importance not just in our education system, but even in our larger society and beyond our shores."

Mr. Chan Chun Sing, Minister for Education

Singapore Centre for Character and Citizenship Education Logo

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The logo of the Centre is based on the iconic Tembusu overlooking Swan Lake at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. A native of Singapore, it is at least 150 years old and was designated as a “heritage tree” under the Heritage Tree Scheme in 2002. The distinctive low-lying branch growing out from the main trunk gave Singaporean artist Eng Siak Loy the inspiration for the design of Singapore’s five-dollar note in the Portrait series issued in 1992.

A large evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 metres in height, the Tembusu can flourish even in poor soil conditions. Its wood is durable and resistant to termite attack and was commonly used for building houses and bridges and making furniture and chopping boards. When Tembusu flowers bloom twice a year, they give off a strong sweet fragrance in the evening, thus giving rise to its scientific name Cyrtophyllum fragrans. A young Tembusu starts off with a conical crown but will eventually mature into a towering tree with a canopy that provides excellent shade.

The Tembusu represents strength, resilience and growth. Our logo draws inspiration from these qualities to symbolise our commitment to nurturing the young generation's fundamental values and social-emotional competencies. We strive to provide a solid foundation for their growth, ensuring they blossom in well-being and character and become responsible citizens.

 

Professional Learning and Development

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The current age is characterized by great upheavals. Due to various uncertainties and insecurities, the focus is more on moments of division and less on unity. However, we can only solve the major challenges of our time through good cooperation and mutual trust. It is therefore of great importance that we approach each other again and recognize the value of what we have in common. The Singapore Centre for Character and Citizenship Education, which has set itself this task, plays an important role here. I wish the Center and its team much joy and success in this important work.
Prof. Dr. Horst Biedermann
Rector, St.Gallen University of Teacher Education

 

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Where to find us

Singapore Centre for Character and Citizenship Education
National Institute of Education
1 Nanyang Walk
Block 2, Level 1, Room: NIE2-01-03
Singapore 637616

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Email: [email protected]

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