The Ministry of Education Singapore has announced on 16 May 2024 that the Primary 1 registration exercise for admission to schools in 2025 will begin on 2 July 2024. Many parents are anxious about their child transitioning to this new phase. With a new environment comes its own challenges, from coping well with the academic workload to getting used to having more independence at school. It seems like only yesterday; their children were so little! Now, they are going to primary school – how the time flies! Parents may nervously be trying to prepare for this time by getting their child to cram for primary school in advance, so not to worry! Whether your child may be gearing up for PSLE or O Level English examinations, WRITERS AT WORK and its team of experienced teachers are here to offer the best English enrichment courses for both primary and secondary school students in Singapore.
Should You Make Your Child Cram for Primary 1?
It is only natural for parents to want their child to be well-prepared. Some parents enrol their child in enrichment classes to boost their readiness for school. However, this could backfire if not done properly. WRITERS AT WORK educators are deeply aware that every child is different in their development – inevitably, they will pick up skills like reading, critical thinking, and writing at different paces. If you are anxious about your child’s performance, your child will sense these high expectations and feel disappointed and anxious if they are not able to meet them. Going to primary school for the first time should not be a stressful experience – it should be about experiencing learning, something that WRITERS AT WORK holds highly.
It is recommended not to bog down your child with too much homework. Allow them to enjoy their childhood instead of worrying about their deadlines. Once primary school commences, they will experience their fair share of assignments and academic challenges. There are more important aspects than merely academic prowess – arguably, a child’s emotional and social development is far more important than his studies, because these are his formative years.
Sometimes, preparing a child too much can backfire. If the child has completed all the material in assessment books before primary school rolls around, they will feel bored and disinterested in class as they have already covered the material before. This is a negative precedent to set – you want your child to associate the classroom with a positive emotion, such as the desire to learn. Your child should not associate the classroom with being bored. During lessons, if the child is feeling bored, they may disrupt their other classmates’ learning instead of allowing the class to focus. This is not his fault – he is simply done with the material and is bored with it. Through years of professional experience and the latest MOE iterations, WRITERS AT WORK educators have developed curricula to keep your child engaged and enthusiastic about learning whatever level they may be registering at.
Getting Your Child Used to a New Environment
How Can You Further Support Your Child?
Be There for Your Child.
Some children may take more time to adjust in primary school. Parents should listen carefully and pay attention to what their child needs. They should refrain from comparing their child to others or reacting too quickly if their child is not doing well. Parents should approach the issues their child faces calmly, without becoming hysterical or blowing the situation up. If their child is not doing well, parents should maintain an open communication channel with their child and his/her teachers so that they can make a concerted effort to better support the child. Parents should be there for their child and support them, praising their effort and progress along the way. WRITERS AT WORK is an education centre offering some of the best English enrichment courses for primary and secondary school students in Singapore, empowering your child with more confidence to grow into their full potential.
Master the English Language with WRITERS AT WORK!
At WRITERS@WORK, we are committed to providing the smoothest learning experience for your child sitting for their English exams. With our carefully curated methods of teaching your child how to write well, your child will learn how to present their thoughts and arguments in a coherent and concise manner. W@W reinforces your child’s language skills and provides a strong foundation for their academic success, keeping up with all aspects of their progress both inside and outside of the classroom to nurture them holistically. For more information about how W@W makes a difference, feel free to explore our website and watch our YouTube videos!
If you are interested in our primary English tuition and secondary English tuition in Singapore, WRITERS@WORK has expanded to 9 convenient locations. To find the nearest location that suits your needs, please explore our options. If you have any inquiries regarding our range of programs or class schedules, please feel free to contact WRITERS@WORK!
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