For those coming from Western countries, assimilation will be much easier. This is because English is the medium of instruction in schools, but don't be surprised when your children come home and start to throw in phrases of Singlish, the country's colloquial English.
A number of international schools can also be found throughout the island-nation. Expats relocating to Singapore will find it easy to find the perfect independent or private schools for their children. It is also important to note that Singapore also has a number of schools that cater to children with special needs.
Top schools and universities include Nanyang Primary, Raffles Girls' Primary, Nan Hua Primary, the National University of Singapore, Singapore Management University, and Singapore Polytechnic.
For extra-curricular activities, Singapore has a great deal of parks, zoos, museums, and other recreational sites for kids and grownups alike. Worth mentioning are the Singapore Flyer, the Singapore Zoo, the Night Safari, Sentosa Island, Bird Park and the Singapore Discovery Centre.
Indeed, it is safe to say that having a dull time is the least of your worries if you're a kid growing up in Singapore.
