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BrainFest 2026: The Whimsical Ocean Rescue
Get ready for the most exciting brain-powered adventure yet! BrainFest 2026 returns with an exciting new adventure: The Whimsical Ocean Rescue!
Complete Activity Package includes:
| Activity | Activity Type | Duration |
| The Whimsical Ocean Rescue | Mass Escape Game | 1h 15min |
| Unlocking the Secrets of Ocean Life | Mass Workshop | 45min |
| Ms Samanta Ray’s Discovery Journal | Self-guided Gallery Trail | 1h |
Programme Dates & Pricing:
| Date | What's Included | Cost |
| 19 - 28 May (weekdays) | Mass Escape Game, Gallery Trail & Mass Workshop | Local Schools: Subsidised Price: $10/student (Usual Price: $25/student)
Private Institutions: Subsidised Price: $12/student (Usual Price: $30/student) |
Important Note:
- Science Centre admission is complimentary for local schools and international schools who are Science Centre members. Science Centre admission fees apply to non-member international schools based in Singapore.
- Participants will be able to enjoy the subsidised rate of $10 for schools (original price: $25) and $12 for private institutions (original price: $30) this year as the programme is supported by Illumina Corporate Foundation.
- The cost will be fully subsidised for students under Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), i.e. they do not need to pay for Brain Fest. Please indicate the number of students under FAS and provide the names of these students when booking.
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Mass Escape Game: The Whimsical Ocean Rescue
Venue: Science Centre Singapore, Annexe Hall Duration: 1h 15min (including pre- and post- activity briefing) Capacity: Max. 200 pax/session Age Group: Suitable for Pri 4 and above You and your classmates are young sea creatures on an educational adventure with your beloved teacher Ms Samanta Ray when disaster strikes! A fierce ocean current sweeps you all away, and Ms Samanta Ray crashes into jagged rocks while protecting you, leaving her badly injured.
Now it's up to YOU and your team to save the day! Navigate dangerous ocean depths, crack challenging puzzles, and uncover hidden mysteries as you race to collect magical healing ingredients.
In this mass escape game, students will be tested on the following soft skills from various puzzles:
- Problem solving
- Planning and decision making
- Pattern recognition
- Balance and coordination
- Auditory processing
This is a team-based game, each team should have 4 to 5 members. Please form the groups before attending.
Depending on your booking size, there may be more than one school group playing the game together.
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Mass Workshop: Unlocking the Secrets of Ocean Life
Venue: Science Centre Singapore, Marquee Duration: 45min Capacity: Max. 200 pax/session Age Group: Suitable for Pri 4 and above Dive deep into marine biology! In this hands-on DNA workshop, you'll become molecular detectives, cracking genetic codes and experiencing how DNA creates the incredible diversity of ocean life.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand DNA structure and function
- Describe the importance of bioluminescence and biofluorescence in marine life
- Appreciate how genetic information gives rise to protein synthesis
Depending on your booking size, there may be more than one school attending the workshop together.
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Self-guided Gallery Trail: Ms Samanta Ray’s Discovery Journal
Venue: Science Centre Singapore, Exhibition Galleries Duration: 1h Dive into Ms Manta Ray's fascinating research journal documenting her discoveries about ocean science and marine biology! Follow her scientific adventures through Science Centre galleries, uncovering secrets about science, ocean ecosystems, and underwater mysteries.
You may refer to the circular HERE for more information, including suggested links to the curriculum in Annex A.
Click HERE to book your slots. A confirmation will be sent by email if your booking is successful.
If you have further enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Ms Fizah (norafizah_normin@science.edu.sg) or Ms Jamie (jamie_kok@science.edu.sg).
This event is partially supported by grant funding from Illumina Corporate Foundation. Illumina Corporate Foundation has had no involvement in the development, drafting, or review of this programme and should not be held responsible for any content, inaccuracies, or omissions contained within.