29 March 2021
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office Indranee Rajah emphasized in a speech during the debate on ministries’ budgets that Singapore needs to remain open and inclusive to global talent, including the education sector.
In Singapore schools, international teachers have helped to inject diversity and new perspectives.
A Ministry of Education spokesperson said, “For instance, those recruited for the languages are also expected to nurture students’ interests in communicating and connecting with others, both locally and overseas, broadening their horizons, understanding cultural differences, and leveraging opportunities within and beyond Singapore.”
Nan Chiau High principal Siau Fong Fui said, “”When international teachers share their challenges with students – like how they left their own countries to work in a Singapore school – and how they overcame them, this can be very useful for the students.”