P4 Young Photographers

Primary 4 students explored photography at Gardens by the Bay, using DSLR cameras for the first time to capture nature at the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest.

Last updated on 27 August 2026

P4 Young Photographers

On 4 July, our Primary 4 students embarked on an exciting learning journey and outdoor shoot to Gardens by the Bay as part of their Young Photographers programme. The students were able to apply their classroom learning to real-world scenarios, capturing the beauty of their surroundings through the lens of a camera. They also had the opportunity to apply concepts gleaned during Science lessons to an authentic context.

A young boy with a backpack photographs a colorful flower display inside a glass dome with a Ferris wheel visible outside.

A young boy kneels on a wooden floor, holding a camera up to his eye to photograph a colorful flower bed.

The P4 students they handled DSLR cameras for the first time under the guidance of professional instructors. The day was filled with both learning and adventure, as students explored the world of photography in the stunning settings of the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest.

Two young girls with Nikon cameras photograph lush tropical greenery from a railing-lined path.

Child with backpack uses a camera to photograph white daisies beside a concrete walkway under trees.

At the Flower Dome, students were mesmerised by the vibrant array of flowers, each differing in shapes, colours, and sizes. They skillfully captured these details, applying various photography techniques learned in class. The Cloud Forest presented a different challenge, with its misty atmosphere and lush greenery.

Reflecting on the learning journey and outdoor shoot, Carys from 4 Opal found the experience enjoyable, appreciating the time spent with friends and teachers while practising her photography skills. "I loved being able to use the composition techniques we had learnt in class.”

Three kids with backpacks take photos of colorful flowers in a lush garden under a large tree.

Person with glasses aims a Nikon camera at pink flowers among dense green leaves in a wooded garden.

Similarly, Fuadah from 4 Sapphire successfully applied the Rule of Thirds when taking her photographs, capturing the vibrant flowers. Both students expressed a keen interest in participating in similar activities in the future, eager to explore more locations and further hone their photography skills.

The Young Photographers programme not only allowed students to discover the art of photography but also fostered a deeper appreciation for the natural beauty around them. It was a day of creativity, learning, and memorable experiences where rich learning took place beyond the classrooms, and that the P4 students would cherish for a long time.

A young boy wearing glasses holds a Nikon camera, photographing plants in a lush greenhouse alongside other children.

A group of school children with cameras pose in front of the Gardens by the Bay sign in Singapore.

A group of children wearing cameras pose in front of the Gardens by the Bay sign surrounded by green trees.

A group of school children with two adults pose in front of tall plant-covered Supertree structures at Gardens by the Bay.