SINGAPORE PRESCHOOL ACCREDITATION FRAMEWORK (SPARK 2.0)
Framework
SPARK 2.0 continues to be a multi-tiered framework designed to recognise and support preschool leaders and educators in their pursuit of excellence. It focuses on enhancing teaching and learning and management processes to promote the holistic development and well-being of young children. The framework integrates various policies and initiatives into preschool quality standards, whilst empowering preschools to take ownership of their quality journey and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
There are 3 tiers in the framework.
The 1st tier begins with the mandatory registration of preschools. At this stage, registration and licensing measures are put in place to ensure minimum standards for operation.
After registration, preschools are strongly encouraged to practise self-appraisal annually (i.e. 2nd tier) for accountability. It serves as a reflective process for maintaining and enhancing quality in preschools.
Once preschools have a better understanding of their own quality and are ready to have their self-evaluation validated, they can proceed to the 3rd tier of the framework which involves an accreditation of preschool quality. SPARK 2.0 adopts a validation approach where it recognises the diverse landscape of the sector and empowers preschools to take greater ownership of their own improvement.
