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Trusting the Inner Compass
At Singapore Democratic School, we believe every child is naturally curious. Our philosophy is rooted in the freedom to play, explore, and grow without the constraints of traditional testing or grading. Here, learning is a self-directed adventure where students find their own path.
''Trust Children. Nothing could be simpler, or more difficult.''
- Kerry McDonald, author of Unschooled
A Community Built on Trust and Respect
- Shared Governance: Every student and staff member holds an equal vote in school decisions and rule-making.
- School Court: A peer-led judiciary system for resolving conflicts and maintaining community standards.
- Freedom of Association: Students organically form social bonds across all age groups, fostering deep empathy.
- Personal Accountability: Liberty is balanced with the responsibility to respect the rights and space of every community member.
From a school that inspires us
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