Stress is one of the inevitable and common issues faced by students, especially in this increasingly competitive society where achieving academic excellence is generally perceived to be the ticket for an individual to become successful in life (and be the pride and joy of his or her parents). The importance of test/examination grades is thus ...

As an educator for many years, I have always received the same response from parents, "Isn't oral examination about talking? What's there to teach the children?" Well, it is indeed true to a certain extent. However, students may not perceive it as an easy task ...

Recently, my daughter just sat for her school's Science assessment paper and she scored 15 out of 20. She handed me her paper and then asked me this question with a tinge of innocence, "Is this considered good?" I was taken aback. Why did she ask me this question? Have I been too hard on ...

Here are some family-friendly activities you can explore together as a family this year in Singapore! Meet and Dance with Pikachu, Take a walk @ Kranji marshes, Visit the Former Ford Factory, Marina Bay Carnival ...

You probably would have already heard that PSLE results will be released next Thursday, 22 November 2018. We understand how arduous it can be in choosing the right secondary school within one week. It is therefore crucial to gather as much information as you need before shortlisting the schools. Don’t know where to start? Let ...

Growing up, we start to realize that most habits (good or bad) developed from our childhood remains and are difficult to change. Likewise, it is challenging to adopt new habits. So then, what are some good habits that we should cultivate in our child from young? Good reading and writing habits A teenager today typically ...

We are all constantly on a journey of learning more about ourselves everyday. Interacting with friends, meeting new people and working with others helps us to realise that we all have a unique personality, just like our fingerprint. Do you wonder what are your strength and weaknesses? Or how you actually work in a group? ...

In September 2018, the Ministry of Education (MOE) announced progressive changes to be made to the Primary and Secondary education system over the next 3 years. Shortly after these changes were announced, some tuition centres responded that they would fill in the gap by offering simulated-exam like conditions for students to address the parents' anxieties. ...

It is naturally instinctive for every parent to want the best for their children. Especially prevalent in society today, peer pressure, FOMO (fear of missing out), easy accessibility to enrichment, tuition and other forms of extracurricular activity have led to parents jam-packing their child’s daily schedule. However, according to psychological studies, children with overly-controlling parents ...

In merely two weeks, the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) commences for all Primary 6 students. As students encounter their first major examination, the pressure of performing well and getting into their dream school is surely daunting to any child. What are ways to help alleviate your child’s stress during this crucial period? Encourage your child ...