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Associated Press
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
K!DZ POP CON ASIA: Exhibitor Highlights at K!DZ POP CON 2025
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 June 2025 - The ultimate kids and family event of the year, K!DZ POP CON 2025, is set to take over Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A,B,C on 21–22 June 2025, and it's bursting with exciting brand activations, workshops, live entertainment, and must-see experiences from some of the biggest names in kids' entertainment! 21 - 22 June 2025, Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1 (Halls A,B,C) From beloved characters to high-energy activities, K!DZ POP CON promises an unforgettable weekend for the kids and family. This event is proudly supported by the Singapore Tourism Board with Mediacorp as Official Media, Moove Media as Official OOH Media and NTUC First Campus as Strategic Partner. Event Details - Date: 21 - 22 June 2025 Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A,B,C (135,000 sqft!) Watch promo video here: Get tickets: PINKFONG BABY SHARK 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY Get ready to doo-doo-doo your way into fun as Baby Shark celebrates its 10-year Anniversary at K!DZ POP CON! Snap adorable memories with Baby Shark at the special 10-year Anniversary Photo Zone. Join the Lucky Draw Event for a chance to win fin-tastic Baby Shark prizes. Dive into creativity at the Coloring & Puzzle Corner, where little ones can enjoy fun coloring activities and brain-teasing puzzles. Plus, splash into the Game Zone, packed with exciting games the whole family will enjoy! Also, don't miss the exclusive Baby Shark merchandise at K!DZ POP CON! DISNEY AND PIXAR'S ELIO Get ready, Earthlings! Disney and Pixar's Elio is landing at K!DZ POP CON! Embark on an out-of-this-world adventure through a three-zone cosmic journey inspired by the all-new Elio movie! Create your very own cape and gear up for interstellar travel,dive into some colouring fun with the Elio-themed activity kit, and snap a mind-bending Trick Eye photo as you're 'beamed up' to the Communiverse. Don't forget to get hands-on with Galaxy Slime Making - a cosmic keepsake to bring home as proof of your stellar journey! Disney and Pixar's #ElioSG in cinemas 19 June 2025. MY LITTLE PONY & PEPPA PIG Get ready for a whole lot of fun and magical moments at K!DZ POP CON – with beloved Hasbro favourites PEPPA PIG and MY LITTLE PONY bringing extra joy to the event! It's a party like no other as we celebrate the most adorable news of the year – Mummy Pig's heartwarming pregnancy announcement has taken the world by storm! Now it's time to welcome the newest member of Peppa Pig's family - Evie - in a joy-filled celebration you simply can't miss! Expect laughter, games, photo-ops, and plenty of surprises as we toast to this new chapter for Peppa and her family. But that's just the beginning... MY LITTLE PONY is galloping in with a magical merch drop that will have everypony buzzing! From adorable plushies to must-have blind boxes and dazzling toys, the sparkle is REAL. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering magic for the first time, there's something for every dreamer! It's a weekend of wonder, surprises, and unforgettable moments – only at K!DZ POP CON. Don't just hear about it... BE THERE! JUMPTOPIA LITE Get ready for a bouncin' good time with Kiztopia Friends, popping up at K!DZ POP CON with two exciting inflatables, Honey's Meadow Farm and Tiger's Sports Meet, perfect for little adventurers! Watch your little ones zoom down the barnyard slide at Honey's Meadow Farm and jump into action at Tiger's Sports Meet, all while snapping their cutest photos along the way! Whether your kids are mini athletes or farmyard fans, there's non-stop fun waiting for them. Don't miss out on this family-friendly fun adventure! NTUC FIRST CAMPUS: IGNITING YOUNG MINDS THROUGH PLAY & DISCOVERY As the strategic and only preschool partner of K!DZ POP CON 2025, NTUC First Campus reinforces its position as a trusted leader in early childhood education with an inspiring, activity-packed booth for little learners and their families. Step into a vibrant showcase of their well-loved brands - My First Skool, Little Skool-House, and Changemakers! Embark on a hands-on learning journey filled with creativity, exploration, and fun! Highlights include: * Solve a case of the missing character through fun puzzles as a team * Learn about wildlife conservation through interactive displays & craft activities * Hands-on play & open-ended exploration through our Maker's Playground, where children can bring creations to life * Write your own stories & create your very own story puppets * Photobooth! Complete an adventure journey with NTUC First Campus and walk away with a complimentary gift. NTUC First Campus invites you to learn, play, and grow together at K!DZ POP CON 2025. POPULAR Join POPULAR at K!DZ POP CON for a world of fun, learning, and creativity! Discover the bestselling English children's book series—ranging from timeless classics to today's must-reads that kids adore. Don't miss the exciting selection of stationery and Bluey toys—perfect for playtime, school, or thoughtful gifting! Plus, celebrate culture with our unique selection of Wen Chuang (文创) items, suitable for all ages to discover our local heritage. VIPER KIDS Viper Kids is making its Singapore debut at K!DZ POP CON! Get your little adventurers to take on the thrilling Viper Challenge - packed with kids friendly obstacles and loads of fun! It's time to run, jump, climb, and most a blast! Origame Together with Mr Kiasu, Origame will run a Shop Until You Drop Kompetition throughout the event. Mr Kiasu books and Origame games will be given away to EVERY SINGLE WINNER who plays and wins a game of Shop Until You Drop at our tables! Meet & Greet Mr Kiasu There will be special appearances by Mr Kiasu himself from 10-11am every morning! Don't miss the opportunity to come take photos with the legendary Mr Kiasu with your family and friends. Family Game Bundles Origame will also have special prices and bundles for kids and family games at K!DZ Pop Con, so look out for the cheapest prices on your favourite Origame family games! Be Part of the Fun! K!DZ Pop Con Asia is more than just an event - it's a celebration of childhood, imagination, and family bonding. Event Details - Date: 21 - 22 June 2025 Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A,B,C (135,000 sqft!) Tickets for K!DZ POP CON 2025 are now on sale. Follow us on social media for the latest news: Facebook | Instagram | Website Hashtag: #K!DZ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About the event organiser, Generation Experience Generation Experience is the driving force behind some of Southeast Asia's most exciting pop culture events, including Singapore Comic Con, Creators Con, and K!DZ Pop Con Asia. We bring together fans, creators, and entertainment pioneers to craft unforgettable experiences. Specializing in conceptualizing, curating, and organizing immersive events, our passionate team is led by a veteran with over 30 years of expertise in the MICE industry. With a deep understanding of fandoms and entertainment culture, Generation Experience transforms ideas into dynamic, community-driven events that captivate audiences. About NTUC First Campus NTUC First Campus (NFC) is committed to enabling bright futures for every child and their family by providing quality, inclusive educational and developmental services from infancy to the primary school years. NFC's two preschool brands, My First Skool and Little Skool-House, operate over 180 centres and serve 29,000 children, making it one of Singapore's largest early childhood care and education providers. About Mediacorp Mediacorp is Singapore's national media network and largest content creator. Its purpose is to create engaging and trusted content, as well as to connect communities and inspire people. Mediacorp engages over three million people in Singapore daily across four languages on its digital platforms including mewatch, melisten and six TV channels and 11 radio stations. Beyond Singapore, Mediacorp also has a growing international audience through CNA and content distributed across markets.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Zawya
K!DZ POP CON ASIA: Exhibitor Highlights at K!DZ POP CON 2025
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 June 2025 - The ultimate kids and family event of the year, K!DZ POP CON 2025, is set to take over Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A,B,C on 21–22 June 2025, and it's bursting with exciting brand activations, workshops, live entertainment, and must-see experiences from some of the biggest names in kids' entertainment! From beloved characters to high-energy activities, K!DZ POP CON promises an unforgettable weekend for the kids and family. This event is proudly supported by the Singapore Tourism Board with Mediacorp as Official Media, Moove Media as Official OOH Media and NTUC First Campus as Strategic Partner. Event Details - Date: 21 - 22 June 2025 Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A,B,C (135,000 sqft!) Watch promo video here: Get tickets: PINKFONG BABY SHARK 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY Get ready to doo-doo-doo your way into fun as Baby Shark celebrates its 10-year Anniversary at K!DZ POP CON! Snap adorable memories with Baby Shark at the special 10-year Anniversary Photo Zone. Join the Lucky Draw Event for a chance to win fin-tastic Baby Shark prizes. Dive into creativity at the Coloring & Puzzle Corner, where little ones can enjoy fun coloring activities and brain-teasing puzzles. Plus, splash into the Game Zone, packed with exciting games the whole family will enjoy! Also, don't miss the exclusive Baby Shark merchandise at K!DZ POP CON! DISNEY AND PIXAR'S ELIO Get ready, Earthlings! Disney and Pixar's Elio is landing at K!DZ POP CON! Embark on an out-of-this-world adventure through a three-zone cosmic journey inspired by the all-new Elio movie! Create your very own cape and gear up for interstellar travel,dive into some colouring fun with the Elio-themed activity kit, and snap a mind-bending Trick Eye photo as you're "beamed up" to the Communiverse. Don't forget to get hands-on with Galaxy Slime Making - a cosmic keepsake to bring home as proof of your stellar journey! Disney and Pixar's #ElioSG in cinemas 19 June 2025. MY LITTLE PONY & PEPPA PIG Get ready for a whole lot of fun and magical moments at K!DZ POP CON – with beloved Hasbro favourites PEPPA PIG and MY LITTLE PONY bringing extra joy to the event! It's a party like no other as we celebrate the most adorable news of the year – Mummy Pig's heartwarming pregnancy announcement has taken the world by storm! Now it's time to welcome the newest member of Peppa Pig's family - Evie - in a joy-filled celebration you simply can't miss! Expect laughter, games, photo-ops, and plenty of surprises as we toast to this new chapter for Peppa and her family. But that's just the beginning... MY LITTLE PONY is galloping in with a magical merch drop that will have everypony buzzing! From adorable plushies to must-have blind boxes and dazzling toys, the sparkle is REAL. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering magic for the first time, there's something for every dreamer! It's a weekend of wonder, surprises, and unforgettable moments – only at K!DZ POP CON. Don't just hear about it... BE THERE! JUMPTOPIA LITE Get ready for a bouncin' good time with Kiztopia Friends, popping up at K!DZ POP CON with two exciting inflatables, Honey's Meadow Farm and Tiger's Sports Meet, perfect for little adventurers! Watch your little ones zoom down the barnyard slide at Honey's Meadow Farm and jump into action at Tiger's Sports Meet, all while snapping their cutest photos along the way! Whether your kids are mini athletes or farmyard fans, there's non-stop fun waiting for them. Don't miss out on this family-friendly fun adventure! NTUC FIRST CAMPUS: IGNITING YOUNG MINDS THROUGH PLAY & DISCOVERY As the strategic and only preschool partner of K!DZ POP CON 2025, NTUC First Campus reinforces its position as a trusted leader in early childhood education with an inspiring, activity-packed booth for little learners and their families. Step into a vibrant showcase of their well-loved brands - My First Skool, Little Skool-House, and Changemakers! Embark on a hands-on learning journey filled with creativity, exploration, and fun! Highlights include: * Solve a case of the missing character through fun puzzles as a team * Learn about wildlife conservation through interactive displays & craft activities * Hands-on play & open-ended exploration through our Maker's Playground, where children can bring creations to life * Write your own stories & create your very own story puppets * Photobooth! Complete an adventure journey with NTUC First Campus and walk away with a complimentary gift. NTUC First Campus invites you to learn, play, and grow together at K!DZ POP CON 2025. POPULAR Join POPULAR at K!DZ POP CON for a world of fun, learning, and creativity! Discover the bestselling English children's book series—ranging from timeless classics to today's must-reads that kids adore. Don't miss the exciting selection of stationery and Bluey toys—perfect for playtime, school, or thoughtful gifting! Plus, celebrate culture with our unique selection of Wen Chuang (文创) items, suitable for all ages to discover our local heritage. VIPER KIDS Viper Kids is making its Singapore debut at K!DZ POP CON! Get your little adventurers to take on the thrilling Viper Challenge - packed with kids friendly obstacles and loads of fun! It's time to run, jump, climb, and most a blast! Origame Together with Mr Kiasu, Origame will run a Shop Until You Drop Kompetition throughout the event. Mr Kiasu books and Origame games will be given away to EVERY SINGLE WINNER who plays and wins a game of Shop Until You Drop at our tables! Meet & Greet Mr Kiasu There will be special appearances by Mr Kiasu himself from 10-11am every morning! Don't miss the opportunity to come take photos with the legendary Mr Kiasu with your family and friends. Family Game Bundles Origame will also have special prices and bundles for kids and family games at K!DZ Pop Con, so look out for the cheapest prices on your favourite Origame family games! Be Part of the Fun! K!DZ Pop Con Asia is more than just an event - it's a celebration of childhood, imagination, and family bonding. Event Details - Date: 21 - 22 June 2025 Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A,B,C (135,000 sqft!) Tickets for K!DZ POP CON 2025 are now on sale. Get tickets: Follow us on social media for the latest news: Facebook | Instagram | Website Hashtag: #K!DZ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About the event organiser, Generation Experience Generation Experience is the driving force behind some of Southeast Asia's most exciting pop culture events, including Singapore Comic Con, Creators Con, and K!DZ Pop Con Asia. We bring together fans, creators, and entertainment pioneers to craft unforgettable experiences. Specializing in conceptualizing, curating, and organizing immersive events, our passionate team is led by a veteran with over 30 years of expertise in the MICE industry. With a deep understanding of fandoms and entertainment culture, Generation Experience transforms ideas into dynamic, community-driven events that captivate audiences. About NTUC First Campus NTUC First Campus (NFC) is committed to enabling bright futures for every child and their family by providing quality, inclusive educational and developmental services from infancy to the primary school years. NFC's two preschool brands, My First Skool and Little Skool-House, operate over 180 centres and serve 29,000 children, making it one of Singapore's largest early childhood care and education providers. About Mediacorp Mediacorp is Singapore's national media network and largest content creator. Its purpose is to create engaging and trusted content, as well as to connect communities and inspire people. Mediacorp engages over three million people in Singapore daily across four languages on its digital platforms including mewatch, melisten and six TV channels and 11 radio stations. Beyond Singapore, Mediacorp also has a growing international audience through CNA and content distributed across markets. Generation Experience
Sassy Mama
16-05-2025
- General
- Sassy Mama
Guide To Mandai ZooSchool: Animal Interactions, Facilities, Holiday Programmes, Course Fees & More
Singapore's first wildlife adventure school for kids launches on 2 June 2025. From programme highlights to prices and more, here's all you need to know about this unique experience for kids. Set to open its doors on 2 June 2025, Mandai ZooSchool is Singapore's first wildlife adventure school for kids aged 3 to 12. Combining the expertise of NTUC First Campus's early childhood education and Mandai Wildlife Reserve's wealth of knowledge about wildlife, conservation and sustainability, ZooSchool invites young explorers to go behind the scenes with zookeepers, enjoy up-close animal encounters and discover their role in caring for wildlife and our environment. When ZooSchool released slots for their first intake in June, seats were booked out within a day! Promising unforgettable animal experiences and lessons on practical life skills like first aid and navigation, ZooSchool is a highly sought-after, interactive experience for young learners. Jump to: – What is ZooSchool? – Facilities of ZooSchool – Public Programmes of ZooSchool – Where is ZooSchool? – How much is ZooSchool? – How to register for ZooSchool? What is ZooSchool? ZooSchool transforms nature into a dynamic classroom, where kids can engage in interactive hands-on activities to foster curiosity, resilience, teamwork and a deep appreciation for wildlife and conservation. For now, you can choose from a two-hour lesson or a full-day, eight-hour programme that will take place in a 1,520-square-metre facility with enriching indoor and outdoor play spaces for kids. Read more: Top Tuition Centres In Singapore Facilities of ZooSchool Outdoor Playground: Wooden treehouse for kids To nurture a love of nature and the great outdoors, ZooSchool has a fun, wooden treehouse playground for the little ones! Here, they will get plenty of vitamin D and practice gross motor skills as they run, climb and jump at this outdoor playground. Animal-themed classrooms: Versatile spaces for learning Their bright and spacious classrooms are thoughtfully designed to facilitate learning and offer a versatile space for teachers and students to engage in hands-on learning. Whether learning how to put on a splint for a stuffed orangutan or building a shelter for an otter using recycled materials, the possibilities for learning at ZooSchool are endless. Read more: Guide To River Wonders In Singapore Public Programmes of ZooSchool Wild Wonders @ Singapore Zoo: Exciting card game challenge Designed for kids aged 5 to 12 years old, ZooSchool's Wild Wonders @ Singapore Zoo invites children to a thrilling, educational card game called the Trump Challenge. The students at ZooSchool will be divided into teams and work together to learn about the animal kingdom. Through this fun, fast-paced card game, children will learn about animal traits and exercise strategic decision-making and problem-solving skills to win the mission. Duration: 2 hours Where: ZooSchool, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826 How much: From $62. Click here to register. Read more: Awesome Outdoor Play & Forest School Programmes In Singapore WILD Rescue Rangers: Wildlife interactions & first aid skills For kids who want to take their wildlife education one step further, ZooSchool's WILD Rescue Rangers is a full-day, eight-hour programme for kids aged 7 to 12. With a blend of indoor and outdoor activities, kids will learn essential first aid skills to handle minor injuries, learn to care for wildlife and practice problem-solving to tackle real-world challenges. From feeding elephants at the Singapore Zoo to embarking on a rescue mission at ZooSchool, plenty of educational fun awaits! Plus, kids will enjoy a buffet lunch at various restaurants on-site. Duration: 8 hours per day for three days Where: ZooSchool, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826 How much: $520. Click here to register. Read more: Guide To Singapore Zoo: KidzWorld, Playground & More Parent-Tots Programme: Nature-play sessions for bonding (coming soon!) To facilitate quality time with the kids, ZooSchool will soon launch a Parent-Tots Programme, where mums and dads can sign up for a nature play session with their tots. Take a break from screens, get your body moving and watch your little one explore the outdoors in awe and wonder as they discover the world around them. Read more: Guide To Baby Classes & Playgroups In Singapore Where is ZooSchool? ZooSchool is located within Mandai Wildlife Reserve on the eastern cluster of the Mandai Wildlife Park. Here, you can look out for new experiences like Culogo Camp and upcoming attractions like Curiosity Cove and Dining Alley. Read more: Rainforest Wild Asia Ticket Promos & Adventure Experiences How much is ZooSchool? The two-hour Wild Wonders @ Singapore Zoo programme is $62, while the full-day WILD Rescue Rangers programme is $520 for three days. How to register for ZooSchool Though the June holiday camps sold out within one day, you can visit their website to sign your child up for their upcoming 2-hour programmes during June and July or full-day programmes in August and September. What are you waiting for? Let your child's learning adventure begin! ZooSchool, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826, Read more:
AsiaOne
16-05-2025
- General
- AsiaOne
Adventure camps, wildlife interactions: A first look at Mandai's ZooSchool, opening in June, Lifestyle News
Mandai has been going through a transformation of late, with the opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort and Rainforest Wild Asia in the first quarter of 2025. Come June, it will welcome yet another addition: ZooSchool—a new initiative developed in partnership with NTUC First Campus that aims to bring nature into the hearts of children's learning. ZooSchool offers programmes — taking place across the wildlife parks at Mandai Wildlife Reserve — for children from preschool to 12 years of age. Its curriculum, comprising a variety of programmes that vary in length, taps into children's curiosity and sense of adventure through experiential learning and outdoor play. They will be able to learn about animal behaviours and conservation through wildlife encounters, behind-the-scenes experiences and interactions with veterinarians and animal care experts. For example, from July to September, ZooSchool will run its Wild Rescue Rangers Holiday Camps, a three-day camp comprising survival skill lessons, animal interactions and conservation activities. During the media preview on Friday (May 16), ZooSchool welcomed its first group of participants, 32 students aged between five and six. Straight into action The students kicked off their ZooSchool experience by exploring a new purpose-built facility spanning 1,300sq m at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Designed with indoor environments and classrooms inspired by nature, the space is built for its young participant to find out about what's coming up for the day and to share what they experienced after their adventures. There is also a multi-level playground located outdoors. A big part of the ZooSchool programme's focus was on experiential learning, according to the school's centre manager Natalie Teng. On this day, the preschoolers' first mission was a first-aid simulation featuring an "injured" orangutan animal model. The activity wasn't simply a one-way lesson on how one can treat an injured animal but more an "infusion of animal knowledge, conservation and life skills", Natalie said. For example, kids began the activity with a treasure hunt, where they scrambled for materials like bandages and twigs. As they gathered the items, facilitators would then spark conversations, prompting the children to think critically about which items were appropriate for helping the injured animal. While there wasn't an expectation for the kids to master first-aid skills, the goal was to help them understand what they can do when faced with a real-life situation. With the CARE framework—Care, Adventure, Respect and Empathy—woven into the experience, the children were guided on the appropriate actions, such as seeking adult supervision or contacting organisations like NParks and Acres. Meanwhile, at the other end of the classroom, creativity took centre stage as students designed and built "homes" for otter plushies. Working in groups of three to four, each team was assigned a table and guided by facilitators as they constructed cosy habitats for their furry friends. Natalie told AsiaOne that ZooSchool's outdoor curriculum offers preschoolers an immersive learning experience where they can naturally pick up important life skills. She said: "At ZooSchool, children are out in a natural environment. So there's a lot more real-life connection compared to learning from textbooks or watching a YouTube video." The idea, she added, is to give children these meaningful outdoor experiences that they can reflect on and bring back into the classroom, complementing their overall learning journey. "It's education at its best, combining immersive real-life encounters with wildlife and hands-on learning," said Belina Lee, deputy CEO of Mandai Wildlife Group. Who's brave enough? The adventure continued outdoors at the Animal Behaviour and Enrichment Centre, where the children met some new animal friends, Fennec foxes. It was snack time for the foxes, and the preschoolers took part in a special enrichment activity designed to mimic the foxes' natural foraging behaviours. The facilitators provided a box of eggshells for the preschoolers and each of them were encouraged to pick up a mealworm and place it inside an eggshell. Next, they tore up strips of newspaper to fill the boxes, creating a setting where the foxes would have to search for their food, helping to maintain their natural hunting instinct. The June holiday camps are fully booked, though registration is now open to the public for Wild Wonders in June and holiday camps in July, August and September at Additional programmes will be introduced in the coming months. [[nid:714735]] amierul@
Straits Times
16-05-2025
- General
- Straits Times
Animal interactions and outdoor adventure camps: New ZooSchool for children opens in June
ZooSchool features indoor spaces modelled after rainforest, freshwater, and savannah habitats as well as a multi-level outdoor playground. ST PHOTO: TARYN NG Animal interactions and outdoor adventure camps: New ZooSchool for children opens in June SINGAPORE – Starting in June, children aged 3 to 12 will meet animals up close and develop life skills through a new programme at Mandai Wildlife Reserve aimed at fostering a deeper appreciation for nature. Set up by Mandai Wildlife Reserve together with pre-school operator NTUC First Campus, ZooSchool's 1,300 sq m campus features indoor spaces modelled after rainforest, freshwater, and savannah habitats as well as a multi-level outdoor playground. Children will pick up life skills such as knot-tying, map reading, and first-aid skills aimed to build resilience, critical thinking and fine motor skills. To complement their classroom learning, children will venture on-site at Mandai's five wildlife parks, which serve as open-air classrooms. Guided by veterinarians and animal care experts, they will have close-up animal encounters and go behind the scenes to learn about wildlife conservation and animal behaviours. 'The world is running out of time,' said Ms Belina Lee, deputy chief executive (transformation and growth) at Mandai Wildlife Group, at the launch of ZooSchool on May 16. 'We need our next generation to grow up, not just thinking of the traditional sense of success, but that success also means being responsible to the environment.' ZooSchool is set up by Mandai Wildlife Reserve together with pre-school operator NTUC First Campus. ST PHOTO: TARYN NG ZooSchool is a new addition to Mandai Wildlife Group's ongoing efforts to create wildlife learning programmes for children. The group hopes to scale up ZooSchool's reach to engage 50,000 children annually by 2030. More initiatives are in the pipeline, including an overnight camp and a Parent-Tots Programme, which will offer nature play sessions for parents and their toddlers. The latter is set to start in 2026. At the launch, The Straits Times had a glimpse of one of ZooSchool's key offerings, WILD Rescue Rangers - a three-day camp featuring survival skills, animal interactions and conservation activities. After learning how the zoo cares for animals, children learnt about animal habitats and tried their hand at building an otter exhibit inside the school campus. Children bandaging an orangutan stuffed toy at ZooSchool during its on May 16. ST PHOTO: TARYN NG They later visited the Fennec Fox exhibit at Singapore Zoo , where they filled eggshells with mealworms and tore strips of newspaper to bury the food - part of an enrichment activity designed to mimic how foxes dig for food in the wild. Five-year-old Lawrence Lin, from Little Skool-House (Alexandra Hospital Branch), rated the day a five out of five. 'I love to prepare the food for the fox because I get to put the worms in the eggs,' he said. Ms Natalie Teng, 47, centre manager for ZooSchool, said: 'We build on the children's creativity, asking them questions about how and why these things happen.' Children will pick up life skills such as knot-tying, map reading, and first-aid skills aimed to build resilience, critical thinking and fine motor skills. ST PHOTO: TARYN NG WILD Rescue Rangers is priced at S$520 from July onwards. The fee includes all meals and guided wildlife interactions. While June sessions are fully booked, camps for July to September are available for signups via the Mandai Wildlife Reserve website. Other programmes include Wild Wonders, two-hour add-on adventures at either the Singapore Zoo or Bird Paradise. Participants will uncover animal 'superpowers' and conservation mysteries during the experience. The activity runs from June to July 2025 and costs S$70. Programmes for pre-schoolers will begin in July 2025. These include 45- minute guided tours of the Singapore Zoo, Bird Paradise or River Wonders, which cost S$25 per child. For a deeper dive, a 3.5-hour wildlife exploration programme will take children through Rainforest Wild Asia or the Singapore Zoo, where children will learn survival skills. This is priced at S$70. Friends of Mandai and NTUC Union Members can enjoy further discounts. For more information, visit Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
