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Children's Day

Children's Day is the first Friday of October. Most primary schools encourage costume themes — superheroes, storybook characters, futuristic professions. Older kids often skip costumes but still wear bright casual.

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What to expect on Children's Day

Children's Day is celebrated on the first Friday of October in Singapore primary schools. It's a half-day of celebration — programme varies but most schools allow costumes.

The day itself

  • Half-day school in primary schools — usually ends by 11am.
  • Programme commonly includes performances, games stalls, and a cohort photo.
  • Secondary schools and JCs do not officially observe Children's Day.

Dress code

  • Most primary schools welcome costumes — superheroes, princesses, storybook characters, future professions.
  • A handful of schools set a yearly theme (e.g. 'professions you admire').
  • Optional — school uniform is always acceptable.

What parents buy

  • One costume from any popular theme (Halloween-style sets work fine; S$20-50 online).
  • Comfortable shoes — kids are running games stalls and group photos all morning.
  • Optional: a small gift to exchange with classmates if your school does a gift swap.

Watch-outs

  • Skip masks that cover the face — most schools restrict them for safety.
  • Avoid weapon props (swords, guns) even toy ones — universally banned.
  • Costume reuse: kids outgrow costumes in one year — buy 1 size up if reuse matters.

Frequently asked

  • Do secondary schools mark Children's Day?
    No. Children's Day is a primary-level observance. Secondary schools and JCs run normal lessons.
  • Can my child go in school uniform?
    Yes. Uniform is always acceptable. Costumes are encouraged but not compulsory.
  • Will teachers also dress up?
    Most do. Teachers often go in matching cohort outfits or themed costumes. It's part of the festive day.

Children's Day · costume ideas

First Friday of October. Pick a theme — most schools welcome any.

4 items

  1. Superhero costume

  2. Princess / fairytale

  3. Future profession (doctor / astronaut / chef)

  4. Storybook characteroptional

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