At Agora Student Care, we believe that a well-rounded childhood includes plenty of time spent outdoors. Outdoor play is much more than fun: it's a crucial part of your child's development. Our terrace at Fragrance Empire Building gives children a place to play outside. Here are five key benefits for Singaporean children.
1. Physical Health and Development
Outdoor activities like running, climbing and jumping naturally engage children, helping them develop strength, balance and coordination. Regular outdoor play also keeps children active. Time on our terrace gets children moving, builds stamina and helps them get used to Singapore's climate. Singapore’s HealthHub advises at least two hours outdoors in daylight every day to help delay short-sightedness (myopia) in children.
2. A Reset Before Homework
A break outside after a day of lessons often makes it easier to settle back into homework. At Agora, the afternoon mixes homework time with time outside.
3. Social Skills and Teamwork
Playing outdoors with peers fosters important social skills. Through group activities like organizing games or taking turns in a game, children learn to communicate, cooperate and compromise. These interactions help them build friendships, develop empathy and gain confidence in social settings.
4. Mental Wellbeing and Stress Relief
Children can experience stress from school and other commitments. Outdoor play provides a much-needed break, allowing them to disconnect from screens and engage in unstructured activities that promote relaxation and reduce stress. Fresh air and time outside have a calming effect. Through active play and laughter, children can release their worries and simply enjoy the moment.
5. Encouraging Creativity and Imagination
Unlike structured indoor environments, the outdoors sparks children's imaginations. The terrace becomes a canvas for creative expression, where they can invent new games, explore their surroundings and find their own solutions to challenges. Whether they're daydreaming, building forts or embarking on imaginary adventures, outdoor time stimulates creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Arrange a discovery visit to see the terrace on an ordinary afternoon, or read more about our Student Care programme.
