I didn't realise I was a TCK till in my forties, when I was helping my own children navigate TCK life and transitions.

The School Placement Exercise for Returning Singaporeans is for Singaporean students intending to return to Singapore schools. Besides preparing for the tests, parents should prioritise helping TCKs make friends and fit in.

A child’s return to Singapore can feel very different from an adult’s return. Parents need to be aware of this and offer support.

Singaporean TCKs who have lived overseas may not feel that Singapore is “home”.

What are the benefits and challenges of being a TCK?