07/08/2026
It is so easy to get caught up in the daily morning rush, but when we zoom out, the privileges we have in Singapore are hard to find elsewhere.
As parents in Singapore, we have the absolute luxury of choice: the freedom to choose a pedagogy that aligns with our child and our values. We get to choose character-building outdoor play over stamina-building handwriting drills, knowing that whichever path we take, our children will grow up safely."
Our morning school runs doesn't require us to trek a hill - whether you live a quick 5-minute walk away in Serangoon or you commute from Woodleigh or Bidadari, distance is rarely a dealbreaker. We have safe roads, reliable school bus drivers, and a world-class infrastructure that makes choosing the right preschool (even if it isn't "downstairs our block") completely doable.
But the best part of Singapore is beyond smooth roads. Itโs our people. Itโs our teachers who wipe scraped knees, our educators who protect childhood, and us parents who actively step up to build a community to belong to. That kampung spirit is alive and well in our neighborhood village.
Today and everyday, we proudly wave our flag and say "Majulah! Singapura!".
Happy National Day from all of us at Oxford Explorers! โค๏ธ๐ค