Aesthetics and Creative Expression
Art, music, and movement — encouraging children to enjoy, express, and create with confidence.
Browse resources →Ministry of Education, Singapore
Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) Framework
The Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) framework guides quality preschool education for children aged four to six in Singapore, spanning N2, K1, and K2. It organises learning around key areas of development underpinned by essential values and social-emotional competencies, with a strong focus on nurturing children's curiosity and learning dispositions through purposeful play.
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Discovery of the World
Fostering curiosity and a sense of wonder about the natural, physical, and social environment.
Browse resources →Language and Literacy
Developing strong foundations in listening, speaking, reading, and writing through rich contexts.
Browse resources →Health, Safety and Motor Skills Development
Developing fine and gross motor skills, physical coordination, and healthy, safe lifestyle habits.
Browse resources →Numeracy
Fostering number sense, spatial awareness, and problem-solving through concrete mathematical play.
Browse resources →Social and Emotional Competencies
Nurtured across all five NEL learning areas: self-awareness, emotional resilience, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Browse resources →How Superbuddy levels map to your settings
| Superbuddy level | Ages | Local terms |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery | 2-3 | playgroup, N1, pre-nursery |
| Nursery | 3-4 | nursery, N2 |
| KG | 4-6 | K1, K2, kindergarten |
Featured NEL-aligned resources
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KG Unit 1 Week 1 — Myself — Interests and Hobbies
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KG Unit 1 Week 2 — Functions of My Body Parts
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KG Unit 1 Week 3 — Growing Up
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KG Unit 1 Week 4 — My Family
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KG Unit 1 Week 5 — Our Neighbourhood
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KG Unit 1 Week 6 — Feelings and Emotions
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KG Unit 1 Week 7 — Our Responsibilities
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KG Unit 2 Week 1 — Stars and Constellations
- KG
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KG Unit 2 Week 2 — Solar System
From the blog
This alignment is an advisory overlay to support your planning. It is not endorsed by or affiliated with the Ministry of Education, Singapore.