Science

💡 Skills Development

In the Science Department, our students engage deeply with the world around them through a rich and forward-looking curriculum that nurtures both scientific knowledge and skills as well as essential 21st Century Competencies (e21CC). As students explore key scientific concepts, they also build a strong foundation in critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, and digital literacy—skills that are crucial for navigating and thriving in a rapidly changing world.

1. Key Competencies

Our lessons are designed to encourage students to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and think independently. Whether they are constructing explanations based on data, discussing solutions with peers, or presenting findings from experiments, students are constantly sharpening their ability to reason, express ideas clearly, work in teams, and think innovatively.

2. Learning Approaches

We adopt inquiry-based learning, hands-on investigations, and inter-disciplinary tasks that connect science to real-world contexts. Students learn to ask meaningful questions, design experiments, and make sense of data through practical experiences. In line with the growing use of technology in education and work, students are also introduced to the use of AI tools to support their learning—for example, generating explanations, exploring simulations, or analysing scientific ideas. Through these activities, they also learn to critically evaluate sources of information, develop digital discernment, and use technology responsibly as part of their scientific inquiry.

3. Future Readiness

By developing these competencies, students grow not only in scientific knowledge but also in resilience, adaptability, and a lifelong learning mindset. Our aim is to nurture scientifically literate individuals who are curious, resourceful, and prepared to contribute meaningfully to society, both locally and globally.

🚀 Signature Programmes

Innovators in Action – Students take part in enrichment workshops (e.g., SIT-VJC Project Inspire) that focus on science, engineering, and innovation. These hands-on sessions expose them to emerging technologies and develop their creative and problem-solving abilities. 

Scientists’ Arena – Through national and school-based competitions such as the Singapore Junior Chemistry, Biology, and Physics Olympiads, as well as the Physics League, students stretch their thinking and apply their knowledge in rigorous, real-world contexts.

Voices from the Frontier – Talks by scientists, astronauts, and industry professionals designed to inspire, inform, and ignite students’ passion for science by connecting them with role models at the forefront of scientific discovery.