All About Math Olympiad Training & Questions
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Sorry for my ignorance. The only thing I know about competitions like Maths Olympiad is the name. My DS3 has been selected for SMO training in school and I expect him to go for competitions after that. Can someone enlighten me what's the fuss about? I mean, what are the competitions that's popular and what are the training available. I didn't know that there are private training centres etc cos DS3 only sign up and go for competitions when told to in both primary and secondary schools.
So far, he only went for one competition in P5 in ACS and now SMO training. Other than these, he has not taken any courses or special training outside school syallbus. 
Now, I feel that I'm a bad mother cos I'm not kiasu enough to sign up him in those centres or find out more about various competitions to let him participate. :oops: :stupid: :stupid: Anyway, are these competitions important? I mean how will it helps the child in his portfolio?
DS3 wants to be a Maths Lecturer when he grows up. Think it's time I make plans for him. :scared: -
I am thinking of signing my DS up for Maths Arena in Tampines? Is that center any good? Anyone’s kid in there?
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tutormum:
My DS3 has been selected for SMO training in school and I expect him to go for competitions after that.
May I ask if your son is in p5 or p6?
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starlight1968sg:
He is in sec 1 this year.tutormum:
My DS3 has been selected for SMO training in school and I expect him to go for competitions after that.
May I ask if your son is in p5 or p6?
Thanks. -
I am searching for the same for my brother…Did you got the best answer??
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keroppi:
I am thinking of signing my DS up for Maths Arena in Tampines? Is that center any good? Anyone's kid in there?
Hi keroppi,
My son is currently in Math Arena for SMO Jr training. It is a branch of Maths Hub, set up to cater to the eastern part of Singapore, so all the lesson plans and teaching methods are the same as that of Maths Hub (which is in the West). Hence, it’s a reputable setup.
My son has not been there long – since late Nov 09. But based on that short time, I have found the programme good. The trainer is rather young, but committed and can handle the questions/programme well. The management there, I feel, is approachable, genuinely interested in the students and want to ensure that the students benefit from the course. When my son’s CCA clashed with their training programme schedule, they were willing to make arrangements to accommodate him – and that spoke volumes of their genuine concern for their students.
That’s my personal take – hope that helps!
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kohjl:
Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my question, kohjl! Part of my concern was whether they are as good as the true maths hub in Bukit Batok. I will definitely give it some consideration. Currently, the problem is in finding a suitable time slot for my DS. Also, I need to train him on taking a bus there by himself.keroppi:
I am thinking of signing my DS up for Maths Arena in Tampines? Is that center any good? Anyone's kid in there?
Hi keroppi,
My son is currently in Math Arena for SMO Jr training. It is a branch of Maths Hub, set up to cater to the eastern part of Singapore, so all the lesson plans and teaching methods are the same as that of Maths Hub (which is in the West). Hence, it’s a reputable setup.
My son has not been there long – since late Nov 09. But based on that short time, I have found the programme good. The trainer is rather young, but committed and can handle the questions/programme well. The management there, I feel, is approachable, genuinely interested in the students and want to ensure that the students benefit from the course. When my son’s CCA clashed with their training programme schedule, they were willing to make arrangements to accommodate him – and that spoke volumes of their genuine concern for their students.
That’s my personal take – hope that helps! -
keroppi:
You are welcome. From what I understand, the trainer comes from Maths Hub in Bt Batok. All the best in sorting out the logistics! Regards.
Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my question, kohjl! Part of my concern was whether they are as good as the true maths hub in Bukit Batok. I will definitely give it some consideration. Currently, the problem is in finding a suitable time slot for my DS. Also, I need to train him on taking a bus there by himself. -
(Hi Kohjl, wonder if we \"see\" each other there at times?
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My DS is also at Math Arena. Have joined them since they started out in Bedok. I was very new to Math Olympiad thus did not know much about centres that provide such training. Math Arena's reputation (from Math Hub) attracted me and we tried it out without any referral. I was assured of their consistency in trainers and programme as it is part of Math Hub and not a franchise.
Never regret a single bit. DS enjoys himself so much that he pestered for more lessons during the holidays! He has also learnt alot, beyond what I thought he could comprehend. -
I am considering to send my DD either to Maths Oasis or Maths Hub for Olympiad Maths training… which centre provides better training?
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