Mother Tongue Language (Malay) Department

Cultural Performance Exposure Fund (CPEF)

The CPEF is a programme by the Malay Language Learning and Promotion Committee (MLLPC) that enriches students' learning through exposure to local Malay cultural performances. This year, our Secondary 3 students immersed themselves in the Nusantara folktale, Bawang Putih Bawang Merah, at Esplanade’s 2024 Pesta Raya.

Malay Language and Cultural Immersion Programme 

The annual Language and Cultural Immersion Programme, organised by the Malay Language Unit, immerses Secondary 1 students in Malay culture and traditions through engaging activities. This year’s visit to Pulau Ubin included coaster weaving, traditional salad preparation, Malay dessert making, and an exploration of Chek Jawa’s natural beauty. 

2024 Malay Language Unit Highlights

Appointment of ‘Rakan Bahasa’ (Language Ambassadors) for the 2024 Bulan Bahasa by the Malay Language Council.

Participation in the National Junior College 3T Translation Competition.

Participation in the Raffles Institution 11th Youth Seminar for Secondary 3 students taking G3 Malay Language.

Viewing of ‘Bawang Putih Bawang Merah’ at the Esplanade’s Pesta Raya for Secondary 3 students taking G1 and G2 Malay Language.

Collaboration with West View Primary School for a themed Malay Wedding booth at the Bulan Bahasa @ Marsiling, demonstrating the creation of bunga rampai (traditional Malay potpourri).

Participation in Bisikan Pena 2024, a Malay Language Short Stories and Poetry Writing Competition organised by the NUS Malay Language Society.

Participation in Pena Emasku, a Malay Language Creative Writing Competition organised by EDN Media Pte Ltd.