Aesthetics

Vision

At CHIJ Primary (Toa Payoh), we believe the arts has intrinsic value in our lives as it plays a vital role in sparking imagination and providing opportunities for emotional development.

The CHIJ Aesthetics Curriculum aims to nurture our students to

have a lively and inquisitive mind
express themselves confidently through the different arts forms
appreciate and make meaning of lives, culture and heritage
adopt a life-long appreciation and engagement in the arts

Aesthetics Curriculum

Art

Drawing is a core component of our Visual Art curriculum, but students also explore a wide range of media and styles across levels to develop their creativity and appreciation for the arts.

At each level, students experience unique art forms:

Primary 1: Drawing, oil pastelling, and plasticine art to build fine motor skills and learn basic colour theory.
Primary 2: Introduction to painting with emphasis on water-to-paint control.
Primary 3: Exploring traditional performances such as Wayang Kulit.
Primary 4: Diorama making using paper craft and Museum-Based Learning.
Primary 5: Ceramics and still life drawing.
Primary 6: Chinese ink painting in contrast with Western painting styles.

Students also present their artworks through school exhibitions and take part in art competitions, offering valuable platforms to build confidence and celebrate their artistic growth.

Music

Music develops students in their socio-emotional skills by being actively involved in the process of music making individually and as a group. They are critical thinkers who seek to understand, appreciate music through analyzing and evaluating musical observations and experiences

Aesthetics Programme

At our school, we provide a variety of platforms and experiences to encourage students to express themselves creatively and appreciate different art forms.

Highlights of Our Aesthetics Programmes:

Creative Cove and Wayang Corner: Dedicated spaces for art exhibitions, as well as student performances during recess and lunch.
CHIJmes: Every Friday morning, students showcase their artistic talents and share their passion for the arts with the school community.
Annual Performing Arts CCA Showcase: A special event where parents are invited to enjoy performances by our Performing Arts CCA groups.
Viva Spiritus (Primary 1 & 2): A joyful dance performance featuring our youngest students, celebrating their creativity and spirit.