ARC Learning Academy is organising a series of exciting autism-friendly programmes during the school holidays for all Pathlight students. This is to provide students with meaningful engagement during the break.
The programmes aim to equip your children with sports, digital/information technology, and leisure skills and improve their physical well-being. Through the programmes, your children can also interact with peers to build social skills.
2025 June Holiday Programmes
Stay Tune for the upcoming 2025 June Holiday Programmes
Registration will start on 28 April 2025, 8.00 pm (Monday)
Please complete and submit the Online Form by 16 May 2025, 11.59 pm (Friday).
Enrichment Programmes are conducted at Pathlight School (Ang Mo Kio Campus 1 and 2).
IT Programmes are conducted at Pathlight School (Ang Mo Kio Campus 2).
All programmes are available for Non-Pathlight Students (7 to 18 years old). Please register here.
Click on the categories below and see what awesome activities are on the way!
Enrichment Holiday Programmes
Sports and Fun Camp (P1-2)
Explore and Enjoy the great outdoors!
Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn new sports and leisure activities while encouraging physical exercise and enhancing motor skills.
Program Activities:
- Field Trips: Pasir Ris Beach Park and Bay East Garden for outdoor exploration and adventure.
- Hiking: Experience the great outdoors through invigorating hikes.
- Group Games: Participate in friendly games that foster social interaction and teamwork.
- Sports and Ball Games: Engage in a variety of sports and ball games designed for fun and skill development.
- Team-Building: Enjoy fun team-building activities that strengthen collaboration and communication.
Come and have fun while discovering new interests and improving your physical abilities!
9 am - 5 pm
Sports and Fun Camp (P3-4)
Explore and Enjoy the great outdoors!
Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn new sports and leisure activities while encouraging physical exercise and enhancing motor skills.
Program Activities:
- Field Trips: Pasir Ris Beach Park and Bay East Garden for outdoor exploration and adventure.
- Hiking: Experience the great outdoors through invigorating hikes.
- Group Games: Participate in friendly games that foster social interaction and teamwork.
- Sports and Ball Games: Engage in a variety of sports and ball games designed for fun and skill development.
- Team-Building: Enjoy fun team-building activities that strengthen collaboration and communication.
Come and have fun while discovering new interests and improving your physical abilities!
9 am - 5 pm
Sports and Fun Camp (P5 onwards)
Explore and Enjoy the great outdoors!
Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn new sports and leisure activities while encouraging physical exercise and enhancing motor skills.
Program Activities:
- Field Trips: Pasir Ris Beach Park and Bay East Garden for outdoor exploration and adventure.
- Hiking: Experience the great outdoors through invigorating hikes.
- Group Games: Participate in friendly games that foster social interaction and teamwork.
- Sports and Ball Games: Engage in a variety of sports and ball games designed for fun and skill development.
- Team-Building: Enjoy fun team-building activities that strengthen collaboration and communication.
Come and have fun while discovering new interests and improving your physical abilities!
9 am - 5 pm
Edu-Tour: Nature & Stable Experience (P1-3)
Join us for an enriching tour of the Pasir Ris Park Mangrove Boardwalk and Gallop Stable!
This exciting experience offers meaningful insights into local wetland habitats and a rare opportunity to feed, groom, and ride a pony or horse.
Tour Objectives:
- Explore Nature: Spark curiosity and deepen appreciation for the natural world through guided walks, interactive discussions and an up-close encounter with ponies and horses at a local stable.
- Engage in Experiential Learning: Strengthen understanding of ecological facts and animal care through hands-on exploration, application and engaging teaching moments and guided reflection.
- Build Self-Esteem: Foster confidence by allowing participants to take on new challenges in a supportive and fun environment
- Connect with the Environment: Encourage thoughtful interaction with nature, supported by reflection sessions that help participants make personal connections and recognise the importance of conservation.
- Enhance Interpersonal Skills: Develop teamwork and communication through cooperative activities, peer sharing, and group reflections.
9 am - 5 pm
Note: In case of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., inclement weather), activities may be modified or relocated to the campus.
Edu-Tour: Nature & Stable Experience (P4 onwards)
Join us for an enriching tour of the Pasir Ris Park Mangrove Boardwalk and Gallop Stable!
This exciting experience offers meaningful insights into local wetland habitats and a rare opportunity to feed, groom, and ride a pony or horse.
Tour Objectives:
- Explore Nature: Spark curiosity and deepen appreciation for the natural world through guided walks, interactive discussions and an up-close encounter with ponies and horses at a local stable.
- Engage in Experiential Learning: Strengthen understanding of ecological facts and animal care through hands-on exploration, application and engaging teaching moments and guided reflection.
- Build Self-Esteem: Foster confidence by allowing participants to take on new challenges in a supportive and fun environment
- Connect with the Environment: Encourage thoughtful interaction with nature, supported by reflection sessions that help participants make personal connections and recognise the importance of conservation.
- Enhance Interpersonal Skills: Develop teamwork and communication through cooperative activities, peer sharing, and group reflections.
9 am - 5 pm
Note: In case of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., inclement weather), activities may be modified or relocated to the campus.
Basic Taekwon-Do
Originating from Korea and known as ""The Way of the Hand and the Foot,"" Taekwondo is a martial arts system that focuses on mental and ethical discipline, etiquette, respect, and self-confidence.
Program Highlights:
- Comprehensive Training: Participate in 5 sessions that include Taekwondo warm-ups, stretching exercises, and self-defense techniques such as basic blocks, strikes, and kicks.
- Skill Development: Learn and practice fundamental Taekwondo techniques.
- Practical Application: At the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to test their skills by breaking a wooden plank.
Join us to discover the art of Taekwondo and enhance your physical and mental discipline!
9.00 am - 10.30 am
Golf Appreciation Clinic
Embark on a journey into the world of golf with our beginner-friendly course, designed to introduce the fundamentals of the game and develop essential skills. Taught by professional instructors, this program provides a comprehensive overview of golf basics.
Course Content:
- Golf Equipment: Learn about different types of golf equipment and how to handle them properly.
- Fundamental Techniques: Master key skills including proper posture, swinging, putting, and driving.
- Safety Rules: Understand the essential safety protocols to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Ideal for students who have attended previous clinics and wish to refresh their skills.
Join us to get started with golf, refine your technique, and build a solid foundation for enjoying this classic sport.
9 am - 10.30 am
Creative Art and Craft
In this engaging course, students will explore a variety of mixed media techniques, combining materials such as acrylic paint, markers, and air-dry clay. Through hands-on projects, participants will create vibrant and expressive artworks that reflect their unique artistic visions.
Objectives:
- Creative Expression: Encourage students to explore and express their emotions through art.
- Skill Development: Enhance fine motor skills through the use of various materials and techniques.
- Artistic Confidence: Build confidence in artistic abilities by guiding students through structured projects.
Course Structure:
This course is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to enhance their artistic skills in a supportive and creative environment.
Join us for a transformative journey into the world of Creative Arts and Crafts, where your imagination can flourish!
9 am - 10.30 am
Creative Cartoon Drawing
Unleash your creativity in our Cartoon Character Creation course!
Course Objectives:
- Character Design: Students will learn to create unique cartoon characters by applying various lines, shapes, and patterns.
- Creative Expression: The course encourages students to express their emotions and thoughts visually, helping them bring their imaginative characters to life.
- Skill Development: Through drawing characters in diverse and comical scenarios, students will enhance their fine motor skills, including the specialized movements of their hands, wrists, and fingers.
Course Highlights:
- Interactive Learning: Enjoy hands-on activities that make learning fun and engaging.
- Creative Scenarios: Develop characters and place them in amusing and inventive situations.
- Skill Enhancement: Improve fine motor coordination and dexterity through artistic exercises.
Join us to explore the art of Creative Cartooning, boost your creativity, and have a blast while enhancing your drawing skills!
10.45 am - 12.15 pm
Hip Hop Dance Camp
Seize the opportunity to learn lively and energetic dance moves in this dynamic workshop!
Program Highlights:
- Fun and Engaging Sessions: Over five 1.5-hour sessions, join Ridzwan as he introduces you to the basics of Hip-Hop Dance through an easy-to-learn and enjoyable routine.
- Skill Development: Enhance your body and mind coordination, awareness of personal and group space, and observation and receptive skills.
- Boost Confidence: Gain self-assurance through the performing arts as you master new dance steps and routines.
Don’t miss out on this chance to groove, grow, and gain confidence with Hip-Hop Dance!
10.45 am - 12.15 pm
Jam Percussion
Dive into the exciting world of music and rhythm with our fun and engaging Percussion Program.
This hands-on experience is designed to challenge your rhythm and timing, boost your motor skills and hand-eye coordination and explore the art of making music in a supportive, dynamic environment.
Build confidence as you practice both solo and in a team, make new friends while creating amazing music together and experience the thrill of teamwork, creativity, and live group jams. Whether you are an aspiring percussionist or a music enthusiast ready to expand your skills, this program promises endless fun and inspiration.
Sign up today and let the rhythm move you.
10.45 am - 12.15 pm
Please note: Participants should have basic musical knowledge.
Basic Conversational Chinese
This engaging workshop is designed to equip curious children with essential skills for initiating and participating in simple conversations with friends and family. By mastering the principles taught, they will establish a strong foundation in effective communication.
Objectives:
- Develop daily conversational skills
- Understand and practice the four tones of Mandarin
- Construct simple sentences to interact with family and friends, fostering interest and reinforcing learning
- Explore the language through interactive games and fun activities
This workshop aims to make learning Mandarin an enjoyable and rewarding experience for participants.
2.00 pm - 3.30 pm
In-line Skating for Beginners (Class 1)
Inline skating is an excellent sport for children with ASD, offering numerous benefits such as enhanced motor skills, balance, and coordination. This program focuses on teaching the foundational skills of inline skating in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Program Highlights:
- Basic Skating Skills: Students will learn essential techniques including:
- How to fall safely
- Proper striding techniques
- Balancing on skates
- Effective braking methods
- Turning and ensuring safety while skating
This program is also ideal for those who have attended previous classes and wish to refresh their skills.
Join us to build confidence and master the fundamentals of inline skating in a fun and structured setting!
2 pm - 3.30 pm
Sports Stacking
Get ready for a fast-paced and exciting sport that will keep you on your toes! Sport stacking involves using 12 specially designed cups to stack and unstack in precise, predetermined formations.
Program Highlights:
- Speed and Precision: Challenge yourself with this fascinating sport that emphasizes quick reflexes and accuracy.
- Skill Development: Enhance key skills such as:
- Hand-eye coordination and focus
- Left-right hand control and coordination
- Sequencing and pattern recognition
- Reflexes
- Teamwork and Fun: Engage in interesting group games that promote teamwork and add an element of fun to the program.
- Sportsmanship: Learn and practice the values of good sportsmanship throughout the sessions.
Join us to experience the thrill of sport stacking and sharpen your coordination and reflexes in a lively and supportive environment!
3.45 pm - 5.15 pm
In-line Skating for Beginners (Class 2)
Inline skating is an excellent sport for children with ASD, offering numerous benefits such as enhanced motor skills, balance, and coordination. This program focuses on teaching the foundational skills of inline skating in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Program Highlights:
- Basic Skating Skills: Students will learn essential techniques including:
- How to fall safely
- Proper striding techniques
- Balancing on skates
- Effective braking methods
- Turning and ensuring safety while skating
This program is also ideal for those who have attended previous classes and wish to refresh their skills.
Join us to build confidence and master the fundamentals of inline skating in a fun and structured setting!
3.45 pm - 5.15 pm
Digital Skills Holiday Programmes
Bricks to Film: LEGO DUPLO Comes to Life!
Join us for Bricks to Film: LEGO DUPLO Comes to Life! In this exciting workshop, students will use LEGO DUPLO bricks to create their own stop-motion animation! Using the Stop Motion Studio app, they’ll build scenes, make characters move, and take pictures to bring their story to life. It’s a fun way to spark creativity, learn storytelling, and try filmmaking. By the end, each child will have their own animated movie to share!
9 am - 4 pm
GAMExPLorers: A Game Design Adventure - Spark Your Creativity with Scratch
Get ready for an exciting experience as we draw inspiration from the things around us! Through a site visit, you'll discover different ideas, colours and themes you can add to your game. Using Scratch, you'll learn how to create game characters, backgrounds, and more, all based on your preferences. Let your creativity flow and watch your game come to life digitally as your designs take shape!
9 am - 4 pm
WELLNESS BUILDERS: Creating with Care
In this hands-on LEGO DUPLO workshop, young builders will explore the design thinking process to create fun solutions that promote health, happiness, and well-being! Through engaging challenges, they’ll brainstorm, build, and share their ideas while developing problem-solving, collaboration and creativity. This interactive experience encourages children to think about ways to support themselves and others in daily life—one brick at a time!
9 am - 4 pm
LEGO ARCADE: Bricks with Beats
Join us for LEGO ARCADE: Bricks with Beats, where creativity meets technology! Using LEGO WeDo and Scratch, students will design and build their own interactive rhythm game, blending music, coding, and hands-on engineering. They’ll create animations, bring their LEGO creations to life through movement and sound, and experience the fun of a game that reacts in real-time. Perfect for young innovators who love music, games, and creative problem-solving!
9 am - 4 pm
Colour Your World: Digital Art and Wellness
Embark on a fun and hands-on digital art adventure! Using the application, Sketchbook, students will learn basic drawing skills, express emotions through art, and explore wellness in a fun and interactive way. Through various missions designed to inspire creativity and boost confidence, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity for students to discover the joy of digital art while unlocking their creative potential!
9 am - 4 pm
CITYxPLorers: Mindful Urban Exploration through the Lens
"CITYxPLorers" is a dynamic one-day workshop that blends urban exploration with photography, videography, and AI-driven creativity. Designed for young city enthusiasts, this hands-on experience combines guided city tours, interactive storytelling, and digital tools to uncover the hidden wonders of city life, architecture, and urban planning. Through creative problem-solving and teamwork, participants will gain a fresh perspective on their surroundings while using technology to enhance their visual storytelling skills.
9 am - 4 pm
Create & Play: ScratchJr Story Quest!
Get ready for a day of imagination and fun! In this hands-on workshop, kids will dive into the world of storytelling and game design using ScratchJr. They’ll create their own characters, bring them to life with simple coding, and turn their ideas into exciting interactive stories and games. With plenty of creativity, laughter, and play, this is the perfect adventure for young creators who love to dream, design, and explore!
9 am - 4 pm
