An after-school experience designed for today’s primary school journey

The New Age Parents and Thrive After-school invite you and your child to experience a day at Thrive – our newest after-school centre at Thomson.

Join us for a warm, hands-on open house created for parents of Primary 1 to 6 children. Discover how Thrive supports children through a holistic after-school approach, nurturing their academic progress, character development, and overall well-being.

✨ Free Goodie Bag for attendees
🍽 Food tasting available during the session

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, 11 April 2026

🕙 Sessions:

• 10am – 12pm (Closed)
• 2pm – 4pm

📍 Venue:
Thrive After-school Thomson
510 Thomson Road, #04-02
SLF Building, Singapore 298135

📢 Have you secure your spot?

While the children are busy with hands-on activities and parents are gaining insights into academic readiness and emotional resilience, we have an extra cherry on top” to look forward to. At the end of the event, attendees will have the chance to win some incredible prizes from Mayer Singapore!

🎁 The “Big Finale”: Lucky Draw Prizes!

For the Kitchen: High-performance Mayer gear, including a 2L Electric Cooker (perfect for quick family dinners) and a Personal Power Blender for healthy smoothies on the go.

For the Home: Sleek Mistral cooling solutions, featuring the 12″ Metal Stand Fan (with remote!) and the stylish 8″ Metal Table Fan.

Prizes sponsored by TNAP, Courtesy of Mayer Singapore.

What to Expect

For Children

• Engaging hands-on activities
• A glimpse into a typical day at Thrive
• Sampling of nutritious meals served at Thrive

For Parents

• Educational Talk:
  “Helping Children Succeed in a Competitive System:
  Academic Readiness and Emotional Resilience”
• Insights into how Thrive supports your child’s primary school journey
• Tour our newest Thrive centre and meet our educators

Who Should Attend

Parents of Primary 1 to 6 children who are exploring a structured yet nurturing, holistic after-school programme.

Spaces are limited for each session.

Speakers Profile:

Fiona McDonald
Head of Programme Quality

An experienced educator with over 30 years in the field, Fiona began her career teaching primary-aged students. Since relocating to Singapore more than 25 years ago, she has worked extensively with both preschool and primary school children, developing a deep understanding of the academic and emotional needs of young learners.

With a passion for developing individuals to their full potential, Fiona entered the specialist field of Learning Support. Over the years, she has worked closely with children aged 2 to 16 and their families, helping them identify strengths, overcome challenges, and build resilience with confidence.

Today, as Head of Programme Quality, Fiona partners with our educators in Singapore and internationally to ensure that every child thrives and succeeds in our programmes. She plays a key role in shaping and refining our curriculum, ensuring it remains relevant, responsive, and aligned with the evolving demands of today’s educational landscape – while staying true to our core philosophy.

Mala Sundram
Head of Drama, Communication & Literacy Programmes

Mala joined Julia Gabriel Education in 2002 as a Speech and Drama teacher, working closely alongside our founder, Julia Gabriel. Over the years, she has played an integral role in preserving and advancing the distinctive EduDrama® methodology that lies at the heart of our programmes.

As Head of Drama, Communication & Literacy Programmes, Mala leads the development and quality assurance of our curriculum, ensuring that every class reflects the depth, rigour, and creativity that define the Julia Gabriel experience. She works closely with educators across centres to uphold high teaching standards and to ensure that the principles of EduDrama® are thoughtfully and consistently delivered.

Deeply committed to Julia’s original vision, Mala continues to shape programme design and teacher training, mentoring educators to nurture confident communicators and expressive learners. Her leadership ensures that our curriculum remains both authentic to our heritage and responsive to the evolving needs of today’s learners.

An MOE-qualified English and Literature teacher, Mala taught in a secondary school prior to joining Julia Gabriel Education, bringing with her a strong academic foundation and a keen understanding of how communication and literacy skills support long-term academic success.

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