Every child is an artist, and at Mulberry Learning, we nurture their imagination to paint a future of endless possibilities.
At Mulberry Learning, we believe that art is more than just an aesthetic pursuit—it is a powerful tool for creativity, self-expression, and lifelong learning. With the revamped Picasso Kidz™ programme, we are redefining arts education to nurture confident, expressive, and future-ready children.
Gone are the days when art was about replicating perfection. Today, it is about the journey of creation, allowing children to explore, experiment, and express their unique ideas. Through Picasso Kidz™, we cultivate a deep appreciation for art while empowering children with essential 21st-century skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
The essence of Picasso Kidz™: An arts education programme that values children as curious, capable, and expressive young artists, eager to explore, create, and communicate their ideas. We believe they learn best through hands-on experimentation, open-ended discovery, and the freedom to express themselves through art!
What is Picasso KidzTM ?
Picasso Kidz™ is Mulberry Learning’s newly revamped in-house art programme, developed under the iExperience pillar of our award-winning “iDevelop-iExplore-iExperience-iLearn” framework.
Thoughtfully designed to lay a strong foundation in visual arts while nurturing essential 21st-century skills, Picasso Kidz™ offers an immersive and holistic approach to arts education.
Through weekly art lessons, parent-engagement workshops, teacher training, and community collaboration platforms, children embark on a transformative creative journey that goes beyond aesthetics, embracing intentionality, autonomy, and self-expression.
Art is more than a masterpiece—it’s a journey of discovery, creativity, and self-expression. With Picasso Kidz™, every child becomes an artist, shaping their own future with confidence and imagination.
The Evolution of Arts Education
At Mulberry Learning, we believe that every child is an artist with a unique voice. By shifting the focus from outcome to process, Picasso Kidz™ encourages children to explore, express, and take pride in their creative journey—empowering them with the confidence to think independently, innovate, and create with purpose.
Our Award-Winning Curriculum
Our Picasso KidzTM Programme
Picasso Kidz™ aligns seamlessly with Mulberry Learning’s Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy and signature programmes, including Habits of Mind™ and our Literacy & Numeracy programmes. This integration enhances our holistic approach to early childhood education, ensuring that artistic exploration supports cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Art has the role in education of helping children become like themselves instead of more like everyone else. – Sydney Gurewitz Clemens
The Four Facets in Picasso KidzTM Programme
Communication & Expression
At Mulberry Learning, we believe that art is a powerful form of communication, allowing children to express thoughts and emotions beyond words. Through Picasso Kidz™, they explore colours, textures, and shapes, discovering how each element conveys meaning. This journey nurtures confidence and reinforces the philosophy of Reggio Emilia’s “100 languages”, where every child communicates in their own unique way.
As educators, our role is to ignite this sense of discovery, providing opportunities for children to explore and express themselves through art. By embracing an open-ended, process-driven approach, we empower them to develop creativity, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for artistic expression.
The Elements of Art
The Elements of Art—colours, lines, shapes and textures —are the building blocks of artistic expression. Through Picasso Kidz™, children discover how these elements work together to bring their ideas to life. They experiment with bold colours to express emotions, explore lines and shapes to create movement, and use textures to add depth and meaning to their artwork.
By engaging in hands-on experiences, children develop a deeper appreciation for art while honing their creativity and observation skills. This exploration fosters confidence, intentionality, and a strong artistic foundation, empowering them to create with purpose and express themselves in unique and meaningful ways.
The Areas of Art
Art is more than just drawing and painting—it is a diverse world of creativity that includes textiles, construction, collage, printmaking, and more. Through Picasso Kidz™, children explore these different areas of art, discovering new ways to create, build, and express their ideas. Whether layering textures in a collage, experimenting with printmaking techniques, or constructing 3D forms, they develop a deeper understanding of artistic possibilities.
By engaging with various materials and techniques, children broaden their creative horizons, strengthening their problem-solving skills and confidence. This hands-on exploration encourages them to think outside the box, take ownership of their work, and appreciate art in all its forms.
Universal Skills
Art is more than creativity—it nurtures essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom. Through Picasso Kidz™, children develop critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and perseverance as they experiment with different techniques and materials. They learn to make decisions, adapt to challenges, and approach problems with an open mind, all while expressing their unique ideas.
By engaging in the creative process, children build resilience, confidence, and independence, essential traits for lifelong success. These universal skills empower them to navigate the world with curiosity and innovation, ensuring they are well-equipped for the future.
Our Signature Programmes
Besides participating in the Reggio Inspired Project InquiryTM Process, find out more about the other programmes in our proprietary curriculum model which promises a fun and engaging learning experience like no other. Every child will receive a comprehensive and holistic education that helps them excel in the future world.
Our Bilingual and Chinese Preschools
Established in 2006, Mulberry Learning is an award-winning Reggio-inspired preschool and its curriculum has been voted as “Singapore’s Best Holistic Curriculum” for 3 years running by leading parenting publications. With 15 locations around Singapore, including our first Chinese Preschool at Fusionopolis, there’s definitely a preschool near you!
