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Blangah Rise Primary School

Primary 4 Museum Based Learning Journey to the National Gallery Singapore

See highlights from our P4 students' learning journey to the National Gallery Singapore, where they explored Southeast Asian art and Singapore's history.

Last updated on 27 August 2026
A group of school children holding worksheets view paintings on white gallery walls during a guided museum tour.

Our P4 students recently stepped out of the classroom and into a world of creativity at the National Gallery Singapore!

Children sit on a museum floor facing framed oil paintings, one child holds a red Peek-A-Clue activity card.
Teacher stands in art gallery as seated children sketch and look at paintings; dark sculpture on pedestal nearby.
Woman holds up a booklet while children sit on a wooden floor with papers in a bright hall.
Children sit on a wooden floor in groups, writing on worksheets with pens and colored cards.

During their Museum-Based Art Learning (MBL) journey, our students explored a rich collection of Southeast Asian artworks and discovered the contributions of local Singaporean artists that depict different theme such as changing landscapes, turbulent times and traditional trades.

A child's hand writing on an "Art Investigation #1" worksheet with a pen while seated on a wood floor.
A child holds a pencil over an Art Investigation worksheet with prompts about foreground, middle ground, and background.
Four schoolboys sit on a wooden floor around a small craft model; more children sit in the background.
Five boys sit on a wooden floor in a circle, watching one boy work on a small model.

This experience allowed them to connect with Singapore's past in a unique and visual way, fostering a deeper appreciation for art and history. It was inspiring to see their curiosity spark as they observed, reflected, and shared their perspectives on the artworks!

Teacher points at a framed painting in a museum gallery while seated students take notes on the floor.
Museum guide points at framed painting while seated children watch and take notes.
Teacher stands before seated students beside yellow wall reading Singapore Stories; red bag on wooden floor.
Children in school uniforms sit on a wooden gallery floor, writing on papers, surrounded by colorful artwork on walls.