Religious classes Punggol families can join include Buddhist children’s classes at Fo Guang Shan and Dhammakaya Centre, Catholic catechism at the Church of the Transfiguration, children’s and youth ministries at Gospel Light Christian Church, and aLIVE Islamic classes at Masjid Al-Islah. Register through each organisation’s own channel.
Each community runs its classes in its own way, so this page sets the facts side by side, in alphabetical order by faith.
This page is part of eduKate Punggol’s Essential Information for Punggol, our quick answers and where-to-go lists for everyday life in Punggol. It lists religious classes for children, young people and adults, registration windows, costs and faith-run community services. For the full list of places of worship, see our Places of Worship guide.
Quick answer
- Buddhist: Fo Guang Shan Singapore runs a Children’s Dharma Class on Saturdays. Dhammakaya Centre Singapore runs a Children’s Buddhist Class for ages 7 to 11 on the last Saturday morning of each month.
- Catholic: the Church of the Transfiguration runs catechism from K1 to L10, on Saturdays or Sundays. It costs $50 per child per year.
- Christian (Protestant): Gospel Light Christian Church runs Kids and Youth ministries, including Club 39 for secondary students.
- Islamic: Masjid Al-Islah runs aLIVE classes for ages 5 to 20, plus Adult Islamic Learning. Registration for 2027 opens in October 2026 (check dates live on learnislam.sg).
- Other faiths: we could not verify classes in Punggol in October 2026. Ask at the place of worship directly.
Where to Find Religious Classes in Punggol
Addresses marked “check live” come from our Places of Worship guide rather than the class page itself.
| Place | Address | Classes (checked October 2026) | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhammakaya Centre Singapore (Buddhist) | 6 Sumang Walk, Singapore 828675 (check live) | Children’s Buddhist Class, ages 7–11, last Saturday morning of the month. Basic Meditation Course, morning chanting and retreats. | Via dhammakaya.sg |
| Fo Guang Shan Singapore (Buddhist) | 1 Punggol Place, Singapore 828844 (check live) | Children’s Dharma Class on Saturdays. Holiday culture camps and parent-child camps. | Via fgs.sg |
| Church of the Transfiguration (Catholic) | 51 Punggol Central, Singapore 828725 (check live) | Catechism for Children and Teens, levels K1 to L10, Saturdays or Sundays | Parish contact page. Class updates via ClassDojo. |
| Gospel Light Christian Church (Protestant) | 39 Punggol Field Walk, Singapore 828753 (check live) | Kids and Youth ministries, Club 39 for secondary students, ShineKidz outreach | WhatsApp 9117 6000 · contact page |
| Masjid Al-Islah (Islamic) | 30 Punggol Field, Singapore 828812 | aLIVE: Kids 5–8, Tweens 9–12, Teens 13–16, Youth 17–20. Adult Islamic Learning. | Tel 6312 5194 · info@islah.mosque.org.sg |
| aLIVE registration and enquiries (learnislam.sg) | Online | Office Mon–Fri 10am–1pm and 2pm–5pm; weekends 8.30am–5.30pm on madrasah operation days only | Tel 3138 5312 |
Class times checked October 2026 — confirm on the official page before you go: Dhammakaya events and classes · Fo Guang Shan Children’s Dharma Class · Church of the Transfiguration catechism · Gospel Light ministries · aLIVE on learnislam.sg · MUIS: Masjid Al-Islah.
Religious Classes in Punggol by Faith
Buddhism
Fo Guang Shan Singapore’s Children’s Dharma Class meets on Saturdays, with Dharma stories, chanting, Buddhist songs, crafts and tea appreciation. It also runs holiday culture camps and parent-child camps. Class times are not published, so ask through its website. Dhammakaya Centre Singapore holds a Children’s Buddhist Class for ages 7 to 11 on the last Saturday morning of each month. It also runs a Basic Meditation Course, morning chanting and meditation retreats.
Christianity (Catholic)
The Church of the Transfiguration’s catechism runs from K1 to L10. Its 2027 timetable, which the parish says is subject to change: K1–K2 on Saturday 1pm–2.15pm or Sunday 8.45am–10am; L1 on Saturday 2.30pm–3.45pm or Sunday 10.15am–11.30am; L2–L6 on Saturday 2pm–3.30pm or Sunday 9am–10.30am; and L7–L10 on Saturday 5.30pm–7pm only. Parents receive updates through ClassDojo.
Christianity (Protestant)
Gospel Light Christian Church runs Kids and Youth ministries, Club 39 (a youth club for secondary students) and ShineKidz, an outreach ministry serving children in Punggol. It also has Filipino and Telugu congregations. Service times are listed on the church’s website, and enquiries go by WhatsApp to 9117 6000.
Islam
Masjid Al-Islah runs aLIVE (Learning Islamic Values Everyday) in four age groups, Kids, Tweens, Teens and Youth, covering ages 5 to 20, plus Adult Islamic Learning. Class days and times were not published on the pages we checked, so ask the mosque. Registration is through learnislam.sg. There is no full-time madrasah in Punggol.
Other faiths
We were not able to verify regular classes in Punggol for other faiths in October 2026, including Hindu classes and any classes at Punggol Joint Temple. That reflects the limits of what we could check, not the life of those communities. Our Places of Worship guide lists the temples in Punggol, and asking at the temple itself is the surest route.
Which Class Fits Your Family
Young children
aLIVE Kids is for ages 5 to 8, and COTT’s catechism starts at K1–K2. Fo Guang Shan’s Children’s Dharma Class and Gospel Light’s Kids ministry did not publish age ranges on the pages we checked, so ask each.
Primary school children
aLIVE Tweens covers ages 9 to 12, and Dhammakaya’s monthly class is for ages 7 to 11. For catechism, ask the parish which level suits your child.
Teenagers and young adults
aLIVE Teens (13–16) and Youth (17–20), COTT levels L7–L10 on Saturday evenings, and Gospel Light’s Club 39 for secondary students.
Adults
Masjid Al-Islah offers Adult Islamic Learning, and Dhammakaya Centre runs a Basic Meditation Course and morning chanting. Other places of worship may run adult classes too; ask them directly.
How to Register, Step by Step
- Choose the class. Check the age group or level against your child’s age.
- Check the registration window. aLIVE registration for 2027 opens in October 2026; exact dates were not on the page when we checked, so check learnislam.sg live. At COTT, 2027 registration opened on 19 September 2026 for existing students with at least 75% attendance; new-student dates were not published when we checked in October 2026.
- Register through the official channel. Use learnislam.sg for aLIVE, the parish for COTT catechism, the Fo Guang Shan and Dhammakaya websites, and Gospel Light’s contact page or WhatsApp.
- Set up payment. aLIVE fees are paid monthly by recurring payment or GIRO. COTT’s $50 fee is paid on-site once a place is confirmed, and payment also signals parental consent.
- Join the parent channel. COTT sends all communication through ClassDojo.
- Plan the routine. Many classes fall on Saturdays, so check them against CCA and family plans.
What to Prepare
- Your child’s full name, date of birth and school level.
- For continuing students, their last level and attendance record.
- A GIRO form or recurring payment set-up, for aLIVE fees.
- At COTT, a parent volunteer if your child is in L7 or L8. These levels need at least one.
- If fees are a strain, the Islamic Education Fund submission guide on learnislam.sg.
Costs and Financial Help
- COTT catechism: $50 per child per year, paid on-site once the place is confirmed.
- aLIVE: a monthly fee, paid by recurring payment or GIRO. The amount is not published. MUIS’s Islamic Education Fund helps eligible families with aLIVE fees.
- Fo Guang Shan, Dhammakaya and Gospel Light: fees were not published on the pages we checked, so ask.
Faith-Run Community Services near Punggol
- Singapore Buddhist Welfare Services, at 105 Punggol Road (on the Hougang side, outside Punggol town), lists a Daily Free Meal Delivery Programme and a Public Assistance Programme. Eligibility and how to apply were not published on the page we checked, so contact SBWS directly.
- Gospel Light Christian Church runs ShineKidz, an outreach ministry serving children in Punggol.
- Masjid Al-Islah is a zakat collection centre.
- Other places of worship in Punggol may run community services too; ask them directly.
- For food help from any source, see our food support page.
Neighbour’s Tips for Religious Classes in Punggol
- Register early for aLIVE. Registration for 2027 opens in October 2026, while Term 4 of 2026 runs from 14 September to 20 November 2026.
- Keep attendance up at COTT. The 2027 registration for existing students was open to those with at least 75% attendance.
- Plan for the parent volunteer. COTT levels L7 and L8 need at least one parent volunteer.
- Diary the monthly class. Dhammakaya’s children’s class meets only on the last Saturday morning of the month, so it is easy to miss.
- Ask about the Islamic Education Fund. If aLIVE fees are a strain, eligible families can apply through MUIS.
- Ask about holiday camps. Fo Guang Shan runs holiday culture camps, and the year-end school holidays run from 21 November to 31 December 2026.
- Visit at a quiet time. If you go in person to ask, avoid main service or prayer times so staff can give you their attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a madrasah in Punggol?
There is no full-time madrasah in Punggol or the north-east. MUIS lists six, all in central Singapore. Part-time aLIVE classes run at Masjid Al-Islah, 30 Punggol Field. For full-time admission, see MUIS madrasah admission.
When does aLIVE registration open for 2027?
learnislam.sg says to register for AY2027 “this October”, meaning October 2026. Exact dates were not published when we checked, so check the page live.
How much is catechism at the Church of the Transfiguration?
$50 per child per year, paid on-site once a place is confirmed.
Are there Buddhist classes for children in Punggol?
Yes. Fo Guang Shan Singapore holds a Children’s Dharma Class on Saturdays, and Dhammakaya Centre Singapore holds a Children’s Buddhist Class for ages 7 to 11 on the last Saturday morning of each month.
Are there Hindu religious classes in Punggol?
We could not verify any in October 2026. Our Places of Worship guide lists the temples in Punggol, and the temple itself is the best place to ask.
Do I need to be a member to enrol my child?
The class pages we checked do not say, so ask each place of worship directly.
More Help on eduKate Punggol
- Places of Worship in Punggol: mosques, churches and temples.
- The Church of the Transfiguration and a new town building community
- Punggol Joint Temple and three communities sharing land
- Hari Raya in Punggol 2027
- Complete history timeline of Punggol
- Official: Dhammakaya Children’s Buddhist Class · Fo Guang Shan Children’s Dharma Class · COTT catechism · aLIVE
Learning Together, Side by Side
Punggol is a young town where many faiths live a few streets apart. Whichever tradition your family follows, these classes help pass faith and values on to the next generation. Check the dates, register on time, and ask questions freely. A phone call or a message is always a good first step.
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