KidSTART
Giving vulnerable children a greater start in life
Empowering the holistic development of children
KidSTART is an upstream programme to help children aged 0 to 6 years from low-income families have a good start in life.
KidSTART parents receive support and are equipped with skills so their children can benefit from warm and nurturing relationships, achieve age-appropriate and holistic child development, and have a safe and secure home environment to grow up in.
ECF has been a partner and supporter of kidSTART since it launched in 2016. Over the years, we have pledged a total of S$150,000 to support children from KidSTART families.
Our programme partners
WHY KIDSTART?
Early beginnings make a difference
The early years are crucial for the knowledge, experiences and development that help children succeed later in life.
Children from low-income families may face more challenges compared to their peers, and need additional support to promote their healthy growth and reach their development milestones.
WHO WE IMPACT
Providing support for vulnerable children
Over the years, ECF has pledged a total of S$150,000 to support children from KidSTART families.
The funds will assist the educational and experiential development of these vulnerable children to promote later success in their school and life.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
Giving children a great start in life
KidSTART provides support for child development, strengthens holistic services for families, and monitors the developmental progress of children from birth onwards. ECF has been a partner and supporter of kidSTART since it launched in 2016, reaching out to more than 1,000 children.
ECF's support for KidSTART
ā¢ Opening of Playgroup sites
ā¢ Learning Resource Kits
ā¢ Learning Journey excursions
- KidSTART Playgroup SitesThrough KidSTART Groups, facilitators guide parents/caregivers during weekly playgroup sessions on how to engage their children of ages 1 to 3, to build child development skills and nurture their family bond. We have sponsored the opening of playgroup sites around Singapore since its inception.
- Resource KitsWe have sponsored 900 kits with educational materials for KidSTART Supported Playgroups and Home Visitation Programme to encourage learning at home.
- Learning JourneysA great way to learn togetherāwe also sponsor family trips to Singapore Science Centreās KidSTOP, the S.E.A. Aquarium, and the Singapore Zoo.
More about the programme
Minister Mr. Desmond Lee thanks KidSTART partners on Facebook
What you can do
Get your organisation on board
See how your organisation can contribute to making a real impact on young lives.
Contribute to the programme
When you make a donation, you show your support and help us improve our programmes to impact more children and youth.
