Tamil Language

Discover how Tamil Language programmes build pupils' confidence and love for the language through drama, storytelling, and cultural activities.

Last updated 18 August 2026

Five young children in white uniforms read a colorful book together at a table in a library.

Vision

Every child to take pride of their culture and to be confident and competent users of the Tamil Language

Mission

To develop the joy of learning the Tamil Language so as to equip the students with linguistic skills and to cultivate the love for the Tamil culture.

Tagline

“தமிழில் பேசுவோம் தமிழை நேசிப்போம்” ( Speak Tamil Love Tamil)

KEY PROGRAMMES

Mother Tongue ALP Programme – Confident Communication using Tamil Language

The Applied Learning Programme (ALP) on Confident Communication helps students appreciate the relevance and value of what they are learning in their Tamil Language lessons and speak the language confidently.

ALP Programmes for Confident Communication using Tamil Language :

P1 / P2 : Speech and Drama Programme

P3 / P4 : Story telling

P5 : Tamil Language Journalism Programme

P1 and P2 Speech and Drama

To encourage and enjoy communicating in Tamil.
To develop confident communication through drama, songs, poetry and story telling activities.

Primary 1 and 2 students explore Tamil language and culture through engaging Speech and Drama activities

Teachers engage Primary 1 and 2 students with puppetry and interactive storytelling during Tamil Speech and Drama lessons

P3 and P4 Story telling

To develop confidence communication through storytelling activities.
To improve oral communication and social skills.

Students in uniform sit on a classroom floor in a circle while a teacher in yellow stands before a whiteboard.

P5 Tamil Language Journalism Programme

The aim of this workshop is to improve pupils writing and presentation skills. Using the Tamil Language in a fun and non-threatening environment will help to boost pupils’ confidence. From the feedback gained from pupils, it was evident that they enjoyed the workshop and had fun using the language as a means of communication.

P3 – P6 Mother-Tongue Fortnight

This is an initiative by MOE which aims to immerse pupils in various activities related to the Tamil Language. It aims to provide authentic opportunities for pupils to use Tamil Language and experience the associated culture.

A group of school children and two adults pose in front of the Festive Arts Theatre entrance.

P3 Cultural Camp

P3 Cultural Camp is a two-day camp held annually for P3 pupils. The aim of the camp is to expose students to wide range of cultural activities, such as performances and traditional games.

In the process, pupils deepen their understanding of their own cultures through a myriad of fun and educational activities. It also enhances pupils’ interest in learning their Mother Tongue through participation in various activities.

P4 – P6 : Festive Arts Theatre

Shadow play `Irulin Oli` – `இருளின் ஒளி`

Appreciate Tamil culture and develop an interest in telling stories with the shadow puppets.
Learn the Singapore stories.

Three children in a dark room with a bright lamp, holding sticks with paper puppets near a white screen.

P5 /P6 : Creative Drama

to build confidence and improve articulation and stage presence and acting skills.
to improve their acting, language and communication skills and develop their creativity in a fun way.

From the feedback gained from pupils, students improved their acting, language and communication skills, and develop creativity in a fun way.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Tamil language Competitions organised by GRC IAEC Tampines Central CC

Aims to showcase students command in Tamil language.
Provides opportunities for students to express their flair for the language.

JYPS students shine at the Tampines GRC IAEC Tamil Language Competition 2019, receiving medals for their outstanding performances

Children in school uniforms holding trophies and medals on a stage at a Tamil Language Competition event.

USEFUL LINKS/TIPS

For more information on the Tamil Language curriculum, please refer to:
2024 Tamil Language (Primary) Syllabus (opens in new tab)