Stretch Programme

BDS Talent Management Programme

The BDS Talent Management Programme is a literacy programme that provides students with opportunities to develop intellectual rigour and critical thinking in their use of the English Language. We aim to develop in our students life-long values, skills and competencies that help them acquire global awareness and develop their communication, collaborative and critical thinking skills.

The programme aims to: 
(i)  Develop independent, confident and effective users of the language through varied activities that help to hone their communication skills,
(ii)  Inculcate an intellectual curiosity of real-world global and social issues, and be  innovative problem-solvers in approaching such issues
(iii) Collaborate as a team through active participation in various competitions and events

Events & Awards:

• Singapore Schools’ Debating Championship
• Unity Young Writers Festival – 2nd place in Flash Fiction Category
• Live On Festival – Merit Award for Essay Category
• Write for Kindness
• International Debating Championships
• World Scholars’ Cup – 24 Silver & 7 Gold Team Awards, 44 Silver & 52 Gold Individual Awards in Team Debate, Scholar’s Challenge, Team Bowl & Collaborative Essay categories.