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The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a formal Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program. Morning Assembly is held two to three times per month, and an English Immersion Assembly is conducted to reinforce communication and fellowship among students. A monthly Students' Assembly is organized by the students themselves, with announcements and occasional performances. The Student Council includes specialized committees such as Health/Hygiene, Environment, Social Life, and Music, which support leadership, teamwork, and health awareness. Extra-curricular activities and cultural exchanges provide opportunities for social interaction, collaboration, and resilience. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a dedicated SEL staff or a formal SEL curriculum.
The school publicly notes it accepts students with disabilities requiring special consideration in Primary and Middle School, but cannot guarantee provision equivalent to Japanese public schools in Singapore, particularly for students needing ongoing medical treatment. A Special Needs class is established in the Junior High to provide targeted support. Admissions for students requiring special accommodations are reviewed by the Education Support Committee, which decides whether the school can admit the student. ESL support exists as part of SEN provision, with an ESL teacher listed for the Clementi Campus. English immersion in the Secondary School supports students' needs by delivering English-language instruction in several subjects. Admissions and SEN policies indicate careful consideration and campus-specific constraints in placing students with special needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided through an ESL teacher at the Clementi Campus. The English Department advertises roles for ESL staff to support Japanese primary students with varying levels of English proficiency. English immersion is used in the Singapore Japanese School Secondary School to improve English proficiency, with subjects such as Physical Education, Arts, and Home Economics taught in English by English-speaking specialists. ESL staffing and English-immersion arrangements indicate formalized EAL support within the curriculum. The available information highlights ESL staffing and immersion programs but does not detail other EAL offerings beyond these supports.
There is no publicly disclosed, dedicated mental wellbeing programme. Regular assemblies—Morning Assembly and a Students' Assembly—contribute to student communication, community, and social cohesion. The School Life page also notes a Health/Hygiene Committee within the Student Council, indicating student involvement in health-related issues. Extra-curricular activities and clubs, as well as cultural exchanges, provide outlets for social interaction, confidence-building, and resilience. No separate, publicly documented mental health services or counselling staff are described in the available materials.
The school publishes a Privacy Policy detailing personal information handling, governance, and the appointment of a Chief Privacy Officer with protective measures for data security. Procedures for disclosure, correction, and complaint handling related to personal information are described in the policy. Policies regarding students with special needs describe admissions limitations and review by the Education Support Committee for entry decisions. The 2025–2026 Special Needs admissions guidance states that admission for students with special considerations is evaluated and may be restricted by campus and by the school's capacity to provide required support. The available materials do not reveal a separate, publicly disclosed comprehensive safeguarding or child-protection policy beyond privacy and special needs admission guidance.
The Japanese School Singapore - Clementi campus is a Primary school for children aged 6 to 12. The curriculum follows Japan's national educational guidelines, ensuring a seamless transition for students from Japan. The expansive 44,100 square meter campus boasts two swimming pools, a tennis court, multiple play areas, and specialized rooms for music, arts and crafts, and English conversation.
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