These days, most after-school activities for kindergarten kids in Singapore usually involve sports, music or enrichment classes. While it is good to give the kids a head start, sometimes it is better to just let them play and relax after school.
Outdoor play is beneficial in sharpening the social and motor skills of children, as well as improving their physical and mental health.
If you are looking for outdoor play areas where you can take your kids to after picking them up from preschool or childcare, here are some cool playgrounds near the Bishan and Ang Mo Kio areas to explore.
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park – 3 Play Areas to Explore!
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is sure to keep your preschoolers engaged in outdoor play with their three different playgrounds.
Adventure Playground at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
The Adventure playground was renovated and reopened in January 2019, and now features a whole lot more structures for kids to play in, including a wooden fort and poles.
The original play structure like the rope pyramid and hill still stand but the old fort has been replaced with a two-level pirate ship play structure and climbing poles. Placed next to the hill, the pirate ship play structure features two slides, climbing poles and a variety of play panels.
There is also a dedicated play area for young children with bucket swings, smaller play structures and a merry-go-round.
Location: Opposite Blk 246, Ang Mo Kio Street 41
Water Playground at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
Located in the same park, this playground uses unique water features that teach kindergarteners lessons about Singapore’s water systems. Water flows down from “springs” located at the top of a slope, and children can control the flow of water with metal sluice gates. Meandering and barrier structures allow kids to observe how water flows under different conditions.
Do note that the water at the playground is turned on from Thursdays to Sundays, from 8am to 11am and 4pm to 8pm.
Location: Opposite Blk 223, Ang Mo Kio Street 22
Inclusive Playground at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park for all preschoolers
This playground is designed with kids with special needs in mind. The playground features a wheelchair swing, merry-go-round, roller slide and sand-table. The playground can be used by children of all abilities with various sensory experiences. There are also disability-friendly washrooms and barrier-free access to the car park and bus stops nearby. For more details on how to get here, click here.
Location: Junction of Marymount Road and Ang Mo Kio
Old Mosaic Clock Playground
This playground was likely built in the early 80s, with its whimsical and colourful features. The clock playground was apparently designed based on children’s nursery rhymes. The mosaic playground features a sandpit and a slide behind the massive clocks.
Location: 514A Bishan Street 13 Singapore 571514
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Have a Dino-mite time at this themed playground
Kids who love dinosaurs will love this playground. The dinosaur-shaped sculptures would definitely keep the little ones entertained. This playground is also near a supermarket and small food centre for you to grab some drinks and food after burning off the extra energy.
Location: Block 27 Kim Keat Avenue
Swing high above the ground at this playground
This playground is perfect for older kids with the three-storey structure that allows them to climb, jump and slide on the platforms. Grips allow kids to scale and climb on the outside of the cage. There is also a metal slide and another climbing structure at this playground.
Location: Block 160, Bishan Street 13
Bishan Junction 8 Playground
This other vertical playground features some “rocks” for kids to climb on, as well as curved structures and platforms for children to enjoy. It is also conveniently located in the Junction 8 shopping mall for parents picking up their kids after childcare in Ang Mo Kio or Bishan area.
Location: 9 Bishan Place Singapore 579837
Take your kindergarteners at this roarsome Singaporean playground
Despite the demolition of the flats around it, this iconic dragon playground still stands. Relieve your own Singaporean childhood memories at this quaint area with your kindergarteners. Most of the original playground structure is intact and the only thing missing is the swing. It is located opposite SAFRA Toa Payoh and you can find parking near blocks 29 and 30.
Location: Block 28 Toa Payoh Lorong 6
Many places In Bishan Ang Mo Kio to bond with your kid after childcare
Other than these playgrounds, there are many places in the Bishan Ang Mo Kio area to bring your kids after a long day at childcare. There are many child-friendly cafes like GRUB at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park; as well as fun things to do like checking out the secret Merlion statues.
Written by Steffi Wee
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