The Alpha-SYC International Kindergarten

Our 2nd kindergarten is confirmed and is located at the Southern Youth Centre (SYC) in Binh Tan District. It is a collaborative project between The SYC and The Alpha Schools. We will occupy one floor for a start (12 rooms). Renovation started symbolically today as Mr Nhan, Director of SYC (and my good friend) advised that it is an auspicious day. An altar was set up, and I scattered rice grains and salt, and poured water and wine at the entrance of the school for good fortune.

We plan to open in June 09. What's so cool about this place (at least to a Singaporean) is that there are cows grazing just outside the school - it feels really close to nature and the air is fresh and clean here, unlike in the city centre. The Alpha-SYC will have access to all of SYC's facilities which include an indoor sports hall with 4 badminton courts, 2 football fields, 2 tennis courts, a volleyball court, music room, dance studio, computer labs and a huge canteen.

Cows grazing











A closer look ... at the cow












We will occupy the ground floor











The altar set up for the day