Transition Matters: Supporting School Readiness for Diverse Learners (Synchronous E-Learning)
About This Course
This course will equip early childhood educators with practical knowledge and strategies to support children in making a smooth, confident, and positive shift from preschool to Primary One.
Participants will explore the key elements of transition planning aligned with Singapore’s early childhood education framework, including the social-emotional, physical, and academic aspects of school readiness. Through interactive discussions and case examples, the course highlights how preschools, parents, and primary schools can collaborate to build continuity in learning and care.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to apply practical knowledge and strategies, design and implement effective transition programmes that nurture children’s independence, confidence, and adaptability in their new learning environment.
What You'll Learn
1. Articulate the importance and goals of transition planning in early childhood education.
2. Identify the key readiness domains—social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and self-help skills.
3. Apply strategies to support children’s adjustment to primary school.
4. Engage families and other stakeholders as active partners in the transition process.
5. Develop and evaluate a Centre-based transition plan suited to their preschool context.
Entry Requirements
- Be ECDA-certified as L1/L2 educators or EI/LS educators deployed to the intended job roles
- Currently employed in a childcare registered or licensed with ECDA