For every parent at some point, a familiar refrain echoes through their minds: “Teaching fractions is such a challenge! My kids just can’t grasp it!” Although fractions are typically introduced in elementary and middle school, even some high school teachers have voiced their concerns about students struggling with this concept.
Category: School
Easy Ways to Learn Science
Science is a fascinating subject that can help us understand the world around us, from the tiniest particles to the vast expanse of the universe. Not only does it satisfies our curiosity about knowing how things work, but also aids us in making informed decisions in our daily lives. Additionally, studying science can help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are useful in a variety of fields and life situations.
How to prepare for the year ahead? – A Guide to P1 Students
Primary 1 is one of many first steps that will help your child move towards true independence. It is in Primary 1 that children will start learning basics that will help them manage their day-to-day lives in the future. They will learn how to count, be responsible for their homework, interact with their peer groups, plan timetables and manage needs and wants at the same time. While most schools come up with a primary school preparation program, there are many things you can do as a parent to prepare them well for the P1 classes.
How to prepare my child for the DSA interview?
The Direct School Admission (DSA) program lets primary-six students enrol early in the
secondary school of their choice based on their academic and extracurricular interests.
Schools expect applicants to make a strong case for their abilities and substantiate it with
concrete evidence due to the intense competition.
Which is more effective? Learning from home? Or in school?
A decade ago, this topic might have sounded entirely unnecessary. Thanks to COVID and the developments that followed, “Learning from home versus Learning in School” has gained huge traction.
Looking beyond PSLE grades
Our educational system has evolved drastically over the last couple of years. However, we still have a long way to go in terms of how we perceive the concepts of learning, failure, and self-worth.
How to pick a pre-school for my child?
“Children are our most valuable resource”. Needless to say, pre-schools are an important source of learning skills (socially, academically, emotionally) for the young ones. There are a number of childcare centres springing up all across Singapore. Some centres pulled registrations close to a thousand – with parents of children aged between two months and six years contributing to these huge numbers.
PSLE results are out! How to prep for secondary school?
PSLE results are out! With careful planning and application to secondary schools, we need to bear in mind that transitioning to secondary school can be a daunting task both for parents as well as children.
After results, what next?
The PSLE is one of the major milestones in a child’s academic journey. Children are competitively assessed based on their academic abilities and it can be a rather stressful experience. However, it is important to keep in mind that PSLE alone does not determine your child’s future. There are many other factors that contribute to success in life, such as hard work, determination and resilience.
How to make the most out of tuition sessions?
The tuition industry is a billion dollar industry in Singapore and students attend tuition sessions for two main reasons – 1. To bridge the knowledge gap they had during classroom sessions and 2. To widen their understanding of subject topics that were taught at school.
