Growing Up in 1960s Singapore

History

School, sports, hobbies, and health – a look at various facets of growing up in Singapore in the 1960s.

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Language: English

New Schools

It was the first day of school for about 400,000 students, with many attending school in brand new buildings.

National Library

Library services have been an essential part of Singapore since the 1960s.

Community Centres

One of the big changes in Singapore in 1960 was the growth and improvement of community centres.

Sea Sports

At a sea sports competition on the Singapore waterfront, spectators were treated to kolek and yacht races.

Baby Show

In celebration of Parents’ Day in 1965, the Kreta Ayer Children’s Centre held a baby show.

Fishing Fun

At many of the fish ponds in Singapore, visitors of all ages could spend a relaxing day fishing.

Swimming Class

The Ministry of Social Affairs organised swimming classes at the Yan Kit Swimming Pool for children.

Bicycle Race

The bicycle race proved to be one of the most popular events in Singapore’s Festival of Sports (Pesta Sukan).

Secondary Schools

Curriculum changes were introduced, and more schools built to meet the growing demand for secondary education.

Bird Singing Competition

The now-defunct Jubilee Malay School was the venue for an annual bird singing competition.

Christmas Party

Over 2,000 less-fortunate children were invited by the Hans Andersen Club to an annual Christmas party.

Dental Clinics

Dental clinics in schools provided the most economic way of bringing dental care to schoolchildren.

Fighting Tuberculosis

A look at services offered by the Singapore Anti-Tuberculosis Association in the fight against the disease.