According to MOE, co-curricular activities (CCA) “are an integral part of our students’ holistic education”. When children participate in CCA, they are given new, fun experiences that they may not ordinarily have otherwise. MOE wants to allow students to “discover their interests and talents while developing values and competencies that will prepare them for a...
English composition as an examinable component begins in primary 3. Starting a primary school English composition with the right tone and frame can either create interest or slay it. As the first impression counts, a composition that stands out right from the beginning can undoubtedly impress. A simple guide to checking an introduction is by...
The Primary School Leaving Examinations (PSLE) is a vital steppingstone for every student who is going through the Singapore education system. As the first major exam, it is something new for both parents and kids. However, with some guidance, preparation for PSLE can be a breeze! Most parents want their kids to start preparation as...
The Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) is a milestone that worries many parents and students in Singapore. It is our children’s first major examination and is the conclusion of a six-year primary school education – and therefore must be treated as the end of a three-year journey of upper primary school, rather than just a...
Since 2009, the Ministry of Education (MOE) has used STELLAR, short for Strategies for English Language Learning and Reading as the national curriculum. It was piloted in some schools in 2006 but was officially introduced in 2009. STELLAR takes a more creative, less academic-based approach to the learning of English through developing pupils’ ability to...
With such a varied list of enrichment classes for children in Singapore, where does an interested parent start? Depending on your aims and objectives in sending your children for enrichment classes, you have many different options to consider. Here, we look at some of the more popular options of enrichment classes that can help support...
Most preschools introduce foundation literacy and language lessons to young children when they enter playgroup or nursery. To enhance their learning beyond the classroom, you can look into enrichment classes that provide holistic learning in a fun environment to encourage your child to be a lifelong learner. However, if you’re stumped by the assortment of enrichment...
“Creative writing” is a buzzword that is growing ever more popular among parents these days. There must be a reason why. Rather than simply drilling children to write by rote (which is a spectacularly unsuccessful way of teaching), creative writing is a gentle way of stretching children’s imaginations, tapping into their emotions, and building their...
When done regularly, writing helps to hone one’s proofreading and editing skills. It plays a part in helping children and adults describe feelings and experiences well when communicating with others verbally. Writing is also a way of relieving stress for some, leading to improved mental and emotional health. But let’s zoom into a form of...
Do you feel that your children need a little academic boost? It can be difficult for preschoolers when they start primary school. The curriculum is different, the hours are longer, and of course, the stakes are higher. Enrolling your child in an English enrichment class may be the solution to allow your child the freedom...
