How did you feel the last time you were sleep deprived?  When did you last ask your child, "do you need more sleep? "

At 7:30am Primary schools in Singapore have the earliest start hour among developed countries.  The Singapore Ministry of Education stated: Schools have the autonomy to decide on their start time, so long as it is not earlier than 7:30am". Raffles Girls Primary can be a progressive leader in giving back some sleep time to Singapore's next generation.

Studies have shown that children aged 5-12 need 9-11 hours of sleep each night. Lack of adequate sleep is linked to various health issues including depression, obesity and other serious illnesses in adulthood. Sleep deprivation can also lead to lower academic performances.  We urge the school administration to consider a school start time of 8:00am, so that our children can get enough rest for their physical and mental well-being.

 Please sign this petition if you believe in a healthier future for Singapore's next generation.