Internationalisation Efforts in 2025

Shanghai Cultural Immersion Programme

From 2 to 6 September 2025, 22 students from Lakeside Primary School embarked on an enriching immersion trip to Shanghai. The programme aimed to broaden students’ global perspectives and deepen their understanding of urban sustainability.

Highlights included a vibrant cultural exchange at Penglai No. 2 Primary School, where students experienced local school life and showcased their talents through song and dance performances. Educational visits to the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center, the Carbon Secret Museum and the Oriental Pearl Tower provided valuable insights into the city’s green initiatives.

Students reflected that the trip was eye-opening, noting both the similarities and differences in sustainable development between the two cities.

Filled with excitement, the students were ready to set off on their journey

Students visited the Oriental Pearl Tower and Yu Garden, and took the Maglev train. They enjoyed the modern city skyline while exploring Shanghai’s history

At the Carbon Secret Museum, students learned about the environmental impact of human activities and the importance of promoting a low-carbon lifestyle

Through a Virtual Reality (VR) experience, students learned about Shanghai’s urban planning and understood the importance of sustainable development

Students enjoyed an immersion at Shanghai No. 2 Penglai Road Primary School, where they sang and danced with their hosts, took part in a friendly balance bike race, and participated in science experiments and a Town Hall session at Penglai Town

Suzhou Xiangcheng Experimental Primary School Visiting Programme

On 7 and 8 August, students from Suzhou Xiangcheng Experimental Primary School visited our school to promote friendship and student exchange, with a focus on environmental awareness and sustainable development. During the visit, they toured our campus, participated in classroom activities, and shared ideas with our students about environmental practices, food, tourist attractions, language learning, and personal interests.

A highlight of the visit was a poetry recital by the visiting students on 8 August, which added a joyful atmosphere to our National Day celebration. Many students shared that they enjoyed making new friends and learning different perspectives on sustainability, while teachers appreciated how the exchange fostered collaboration and inspired students’ curiosity.

Welcoming Suzhou Xiangcheng Students to Lakeside Primary School

Students sharing about places of interest, school life and hobbies during the interaction

Our P4 ALP students and the Xiangcheng students shared how they play their part in protecting the environment

Participating in Mathematics and English lessons

An enjoyable storytelling session with Ms Dolly

Xiangcheng students performing at the National Day celebration

Online Overseas Cultural Exchange Programme with Anubansamsen School

On 23 July, our Lakers had a meaningful online cultural exchange session with students from Anubansamsen School, a school in Bangkok, Thailand. During the session, students learned more about the cultural aspects of both Thailand and Singapore, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation. They also gained a deeper understanding of environmental sustainability efforts in both countries and explored how they can contribute to more sustainable practices.

Our Lakers getting ready for the online session with students from Anubansamsen School

Sharing about food, tourist attractions, and environmental sustainability efforts in Singapore and Thailand

A group photo taken to commemorate the online session between Lakers staff and students and the Thai staff and students

A fulfilling and enriching session to wrap up the day!