ECDA to expand the Inclusive Support Programme (InSP) to more preschools

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20 February 2026

Corrine Peters, Senior Early Interventionist at NTUC First Campus with Huang Anqi and her father at My First Skool at Block 248 Kim Keat Link.

In a report by Lianhe Zaobao, six-year-old Huang Anqi was highlighted for the significant progress she has made since transferring last June to My First Skool at Block 248 Kim Keat Link, one of the preschools piloting the Inclusive Support Programme (InSP). Previously unable to clearly express herself, she is now more talkative, able to form short sentences and respond to questions, with her father heartened by her development at the centre.

InSP supports children aged three to six who require moderate early intervention by enabling them to learn alongside peers in mainstream settings, supported through differentiated teaching and close collaboration between educators and early intervention professionals. Following positive outcomes since its 2021 pilot, the Government will progressively expand the programme from 2026, adding 600 more places. My First Skool currently runs InSP at two centres and has supported more than 60 children since 2022. Early intervention professional Corrine Peters shared that support is introduced gradually, focusing on building language skills and helping children follow instructions within their natural classroom environment. By learning and playing alongside classmates, children model positive behaviours, develop stronger social skills and gain confidence, while parents are reassured that their children can thrive in an inclusive preschool setting.

Media coverage:

Lianhe Zaobao Online (18 February 2026)

Lianhe Zaobao Print (19 February 2026)

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