Primary School (PSLE) Oral Examination: Stimulus-Based Conversation

Primary School (PSLE) Oral Examination: Stimulus-Based Conversation

Objectives of the Stimulus-Based Conversation Component According to the Ministry of Education, the Assessment Objectives (AO) of Stimulus-based Conversation in the Oral component of the English Language Examination seek to assess whether candidates are able to: AO3: Express their personal opinions, ideas and experiences clearly and effectively in conversing with the examiner AO4: Speak fluently […]

Selecting Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) in Secondary Schools

Selecting Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) in Secondary Schools

As your son or daughter settles into secondary school, they will soon be faced with the first big decision- which co-curricular activity or CCA to choose. CCA in secondary schools are an integral part of students’ secondary school life. Participation in CCAs helps develop interpersonal skills and resiliency. For some students, they discover their interests and […]

Secondary Education Programmes: Through Train, IP, IB and O-Levels

Secondary Education Programmes: Through Train, IP, IB and O-Levels

Having crossed the finish line and the opening of a new chapter, Primary 6 students and their parents would be wondering what are the similarities and differences between the various secondary education programmes. There are various routes in the Secondary programme. The term “through train” refers to a six-year Secondary programme where the student sits […]