Foundations
Grades 1–2
- Family, school and neighbourhood
- Singapore — basic geography, festivals and people
- Simple historical timelines (own life, family)
- Map skills — directions and symbols
Curriculum · Social Studies
Social Studies at SSSGS
History, geography, civics — building world-aware learners.
Overview
What we teach in Social Studies
Social Studies builds a child's sense of place, time and citizenship — through stories, maps, primary sources and structured discussion.
Build
Grades 3–5
- Singapore history overview
- World regions, climate zones, population basics
- Ancient civilisations introduction
- Civic responsibilities and public services
- Reading and interpreting timelines and primary sources
Depth
Grades 6–8
- Modern world history — major movements and turning points
- Economic concepts — supply, demand, basic finance
- Government structures and the United Nations
- Geography — physical processes, sustainability
- Research projects with primary and secondary sources
Worth knowing
- Integrates with the Values programme around fairness, peace and responsibility.
More from Academics.
Curriculum, pathway, assessment and the labs and supports that make it all work in the classroom.
Courses offered across primary and middle school
Read more about this aspect of life and learning at SSSGS.
Learn moreAcademic pathway
Assessment structure: formative and summative
Learning labs — science, maths, language, English, ICT
Technology & LMS for parents and students
Student support & enrichment
Co-curricular activities (CCA)
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See Social Studies in action
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