Innovation

Innovation @ Yumin Primary School

At Yumin Primary School, innovation is nurtured through a school-wide approach that integrates sustainability, STEAM learning and 21st Century Competencies (21CC). Students are guided to develop curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills through authentic learning experiences. Students are encouraged to explore ideas, design solutions and take action to care for the environment and community.

Our Objectives

Applied Learning Programme (ALP)

Yumin Primary School’s Applied Learning Programme (ALP) is anchored on the theme of Sustainability.

Our Applied Learning Programme (ALP) empowers students to explore real-world sustainability challenges through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM).

The programme provides a platform for Yumin Champions to develop emerging 21st Century Competencies through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.

ALP Signature Thinking Model – APP-IT

To support students in developing structured thinking and innovation skills, Yumin has adapted the Engineering Thinking Process into a school-based model known as APP-IT!

From Type 1 to Type 3, students utilize APP-IT! Thinking Process to understand the problem presented to them and do more research.

Catalyst@Yumin

Catalyst@Yumin is Yumin Primary School’s signature Applied Learning Programme focused on sustainability.

Through tinkering, coding and design projects, students explore environmental issues and develop innovative solutions that benefit the community and the environment.

The programme encourages students to:

•            Think critically about real-world problems

•            Design creative solutions

•            Work collaboratively

•            Develop a strong sense of environmental stewardship

By nurturing curiosity and innovation, Catalyst@Yumin empowers students to become responsible changemakers for a sustainable future.

Maker Space (Recess Programme)

Community Outreach Programme (@ Tampines East CC)