10 Fun Gross Motor Activities to Boost Your Child’s Development in Singapore (2025)

Nurture Infant House – Your Trusted Choice for Tampines Infant Care, Nursery, and Preschool

Gross motor development plays a vital role in your child’s overall growth — enabling them to crawl, walk, run, jump, and navigate the world with growing confidence. In Singapore’s fast-paced, academically driven environment, it’s important to also focus on a child’s physical milestones during their early years.

At Nurture Infant House, a trusted Tampines child care and preschool, we believe in nurturing every aspect of a child’s development — cognitive, emotional, and physical. Through daily play and movement-based activities, we create enriching experiences that help children build strong, healthy bodies and active minds.

Whether you're seeking reliable Tampines infant care for your baby or a dynamic Tampines nursery or preschool for your toddler, here are 10 exciting gross motor activities we incorporate to help little ones grow with strength and joy.

What Are Gross Motor Skills?

Gross motor skills refer to the use of large muscle groups for movements like walking, jumping, balancing, and climbing. These abilities form the basis for a child’s independence, spatial awareness, and physical coordination.

At Nurture Infant House, we integrate these skills into our everyday routines, ensuring that children develop naturally through fun and purposeful movement.

10 Gross Motor Activities We Love at Nurture Infant House

1. Tummy Time (0–6 Months)

A must-do in our Tampines infant care program, tummy time strengthens an infant’s neck, shoulders, and back. This foundational activity helps babies prepare for rolling, crawling, and sitting.

Benefits:

• Builds neck and core strength

• Encourages early mobility

• Stimulates visual and tactile senses

2. Crawling Challenges (6–12 Months)

Infants are encouraged to crawl toward toys or caregivers, boosting their motor coordination and determination. A favourite among our littlest explorers in the Tampines nursery.

Benefits:

• Improves arm and leg strength

• Boosts coordination and motor planning

• Supports brain-body connection

3. Rolling Soft Balls (9–18 Months)

We engage toddlers in gentle ball-rolling games to help refine their hand-eye coordination and attention span.

Benefits:

• Enhances motor control

• Encourages social play

• Supports visual tracking skills

4. Mini Trampoline Bounces (2–5 Years)

Supervised jumping on soft trampolines helps preschoolers in our Tampines child care center develop rhythm, leg strength, and balance — all while having a blast!

Benefits:

• Builds leg muscles and endurance

• Improves balance and stability

• Boosts confidence through movement

5. Indoor Obstacle Adventures (2–5 Years)

We set up imaginative obstacle courses using soft equipment to challenge kids’ balance, agility, and problem-solving.

Benefits:

• Enhances flexibility and motor planning

• Promotes determination

• Supports spatial awareness

6. Dance and Movement (1–5 Years)

Dancing is a daily highlight in our Tampines preschool, allowing children to express themselves while improving coordination and rhythm.

Benefits:

• Stimulates body awareness

• Encourages emotional expression

• Supports gross motor rhythm

7. Walking on Varied Surfaces (1–3 Years)

From rubber mats to grassy patches, walking on different textures at Nurture Infant House strengthens foot muscles and promotes sensory development.

Benefits:

• Encourages balance and posture

• Strengthens lower limbs

• Boosts sensory integration

8. Catch and Throw Games (2–5 Years)

Using soft beanbags and balls, these games enhance teamwork, focus, and coordination among toddlers and preschoolers.

Benefits:

• Improves timing and coordination

• Encourages social interaction

• Builds reaction and planning skills

9. Climbing and Sliding Play (2–5 Years)

We offer both indoor and outdoor play equipment for safe climbing activities. These are popular among our Tampines child care groups.

Benefits:

• Builds whole-body strength

• Develops risk assessment skills

• Increases spatial understanding

10. Balance Beam Fun (3–5 Years)

Preschoolers walk on low beams or guided lines to enhance balance and focus, gradually progressing to more complex balancing activities.

Benefits:

• Improves posture and body control

• Strengthens core muscles

• Teaches persistence and coordination

Why Gross Motor Skills Matter in Early Learning

At Nurture Infant House, we see physical development as a crucial pillar of early childhood education. Gross motor activities build not just strong muscles but also resilience, self-regulation, and social confidence. Our experienced teachers ensure each child engages safely, progressing at their own pace in a supportive environment.

Whether your child is taking their first steps or learning to balance, our team at Nurture Infant House is here to guide them every hop, skip, and jump of the way.

Why Families in Tampines Choose Nurture Infant House

As a leading provider of Tampines infant care, nursery, and preschool education, we combine expert teaching with a warm, welcoming atmosphere where every child is valued and nurtured.

What Sets Us Apart:

✅ Thoughtfully designed gross motor programs✅ Safe and child-friendly indoor/outdoor spaces✅ Experienced early childhood educators✅ Emphasis on holistic development — body, mind, and emotions

Ready to See Your Child Thrive?

If you're looking for Tampines child care or preschool that encourages movement, joy, and confidence, Nurture Infant House is here for your family. Visit us today and let your child experience meaningful learning through movement and play.

📞 Contact Nurture Infant House today to book a tour or learn more about our programs!

Nurture Infant House (2 to 18 months Infants)

Blk 433 Tampines Street 43 #01-61 S(520433) - Since 2011

Opening hours: Monday to Friday (7am to 7pm)

Public Bus services: 8 / 21 / 28 / 29 / 293

Whatsapp: 96664141