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Riverside Secondary School

Internationalisation Programme

Discover how Riverside Secondary's Internationalisation Programme helps students explore Asian cultures and build global connections with partner schools across Brunei, India, and Hong Kong.

Last updated 30 July 2026

Aims:

The internationalisation programme aims to:

  1. provide opportunities for our students to expand their horizons;

  2. forge bonds with peers from our twinning schools; and

  3. develop our students as global citizens of the world.

Highlights:

Immersion in Hong Kong’s culture and heritage

In 2025, a group of Riversidians embarked on an immersion trip to Hong Kong. At Kwok Yat Wai College, students attended lessons alongside their Hong Kong peers, participated in a Geography-themed heritage trail, and shared aspects of Singapore’s culture through discussions and presentations.

Students also discovered the artistry of Cantonese opera by trying on traditional costumes, learning signature movements and watching a live demonstration. Their visit to Tai O Fishing Village offered further insight into Hong Kong’s heritage as they explored its distinctive stilt houses and learnt more about the Tanka community.

Discovering Vietnam’s History, Culture and Future

In 2025, a group of Riversidians embarked on an immersion trip to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Through their visit to Hai Ba Trung School, students attended morning assembly and English lessons, enjoyed cultural performances, and forged friendships with their Vietnamese peers through conversations and sports.

At the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, students learnt about Vietnam’s plans for national development and gained a deeper appreciation of Singapore and Vietnam’s close partnership in urban and technological growth. Their visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels also offered valuable insight into the country’s history and the resilience of its people.


Riverside students pose with their teachers and Cantonese opera performers after taking part in a masterclass on the traditional performing art.

Discovering the artistry and traditions of Cantonese opera through an engaging masterclass.

Riverside students and teachers pose together on a red footbridge at Tai O Fishing Village, surrounded by traditional stilt houses, fishing boats and mountains.

Exploring the distinctive stilt houses and rich heritage of Tai O Fishing Village.

Riverside students and teachers pose for a group photograph along a brightly lit city street at night, surrounded by illuminated buildings and digital billboards.

Taking in the sights and energy of the city during an evening stroll along the vibrant Walking Street.

Riverside students pose in protective cleanroom suits, masks and gloves during an industry visit to a semiconductor and nanotechnology company in Vietnam.

Gaining first-hand insight into innovation and advanced manufacturing during a visit to a semiconductor and nanotechnology company in Vietnam.