Here are well-regarded parenting resources in Singapore organized by type — quick descriptions and key contact points so you can find relevant help fast.
Government portals & national programmes
- ECDA (Early Childhood Development Agency) — guidance on choosing preschools, early‑years development frameworks, childcare subsidies and Beanstalk parents’ resources. (ECDA.gov.sg)
- Parenting for Wellness (HPB / MOE / MSF collaboration) — evidence‑based online modules and practical tips for parenting children aged ~7–19 (toolbox, modules, conversation starters). (parentingforwellness.hpb.gov.sg)
- Families for Life (FFL) — community parenting programmes and a network of Families for Life@Community agencies that run evidence‑based courses (Purposeful Play, Triple P, Signposts). (familiesforlife.sg)
- MSF Family Assist / FAM@FSC (Family Service Centres) — counselling, referral to parenting programmes, and family support across regions. MSF consolidated hotline: 1800‑111‑2222. (msf.gov.sg)
Helplines and immediate support
- MSF consolidated hotline / family queries: 1800‑111‑2222 (ask for family counselling / FAM support). (msf.gov.sg)
- Tinkle Friend (Singapore Children’s Society) — helpline and webchat for primary‑school‑aged children (1800‑2744‑788; webchat hours listed on site). Useful if you need child-facing support or resources. (tinklefriend.sg)
- TOUCHline / TOUCH counselling for families — helpline and family counselling services (TOUCHline details on their site). (touch.org.sg)
Community & counselling agencies (programmes, workshops, referrals)
- Families for Life@Community agencies and FSCs — regional social service agencies run parenting workshops and evidence‑based programmes; details and sign‑up via Families for Life site. (familiesforlife.sg)
- Singapore Children’s Society, Care Corner, Brahm Centre, TOUCH, and other social service agencies — counselling, parenting resources, helplines and downloadable materials. (See agency pages for services and operating hours.) (tinklefriend.sg)
Child health & development supports
- Health Promotion Board (HPB) / Grow Well SG / Parent Hub — guidance on healthy habits, school health screening, and family nutrition/physical activity resources; HPB co‑runs parenting initiatives. (digitalforlife.gov.sg)
Parenting programmes & evidence‑based courses
- Triple P (Positive Parenting Program), Purposeful Play, Signposts — commonly offered through FFL agencies and FSCs to support behaviour management, play‑based learning and parent‑child relationships. Check Families for Life or your local FSC for schedules. (familiesforlife.sg)
How to access local help quickly
- For immediate family/counselling referrals: call MSF consolidated hotline 1800‑111‑2222 or locate your nearest Family Service Centre via the MSF directory. (msf.gov.sg)
- To find parenting workshops, search “Families for Life” + your region (FFL lists agencies by cluster). (familiesforlife.sg)
If you want, I can:
- Pull together direct links and phone numbers for a specific neighbourhood/region in Singapore (e.g., central, north, east), or
- List upcoming public parenting courses run by Families for Life or local FSCs (I’ll check current schedules).
Which would you like next?