joylly:

Just a suggestion for people with children in K2 preparaing for P1, and looking for having enrichment.

Suaku_mum:

Hi all,

My DS going P1 next year. Based on what mrswongtuition suggested, he probably can only count his numbers

Been trying to look for enrichment centres but realized that it may not be an ideal move (his childcare teachers fedback that DS focused more on friends in classes, haiz). So decided to engage a private tutor instead... does anyone know what's the market rate for private tutors?

mrswongtuition:

It very much depends on what is done during the tuition lessons...

Monster Mummy:

Hi,

I personally think that nowadays, parents are both working parents where we would like to coach our children as well but sometimes, we might not be in the better position to provide the best guidance in terms of picking up the correct language.

Overall, as most of the parents are well educated but how much you can pass the knowledge as the education is changing every years.

Moreover, it is not just Singapore is impact by this education trend, you can look around for the other countries. The kids are also impact by the education.

Yes, I agreed that kids does not need so much enrichment that would impact their development but in the way, it is also one of the style to make them to interact with people. It would depends on the perspective view of the parents.

happy_learner:

Hi All,


No, I didnt buy the my home tutor series cos i thought doing assessment books will probably be much better. at least my children will get to practise on paper like in their tests and exams. Looking at the computer probably wouldn't help them - it feels more like watching tv...

To janice_0950: my boy is currently under a math home tutor, and so far so good with his results. but i live quite far from tampines so i'm not sure if his tutor will want to go to your place for tuition. i can give you the tutor's contact if you want. otherwise, you could request for a tutor from a tuition agency like what i did. but be careful with the tuition agency that you request from cos many are not doing a proper job. tuition centres are so expensive...hope this helps.

sleepy:

r2010:

For english - you can consider centres in East point at Simei like Morris Alle or British council in Tampines Mall. For Maths, there is Maths arena in tampines. all these centre are pricey.

Have you tried Maths arena? Which programme did you enrol? Is it good?

Pen88n:

mrswongtuition:

[quote=\"Pen88n\"]I used to think and still think maybe the best way for working parents is to have a governess for the kids (like olden days). The governess can then be in charged of the kid's teaching and learning, homework, etc. But where to find such governess? Maybe can consider offering such service :lol:

recently someone has been advertising to hire a governess.

However, their expectations are so high, with long working hours but very little pay (gross 2k). They are looking for degree holder!

mrswongtuition:

Pen88n:

I used to think and still think maybe the best way for working parents is to have a governess for the kids (like olden days). The governess can then be in charged of the kid's teaching and learning, homework, etc. But where to find such governess? Maybe can consider offering such service :lol:

recently someone has been advertising to hire a governess.

However, their expectations are so high, with long working hours but very little pay (gross 2k). They are looking for degree holder!

Pen88n:

I used to think and still think maybe the best way for working parents is to have a governess for the kids (like olden days). The governess can then be in charged of the kid's teaching and learning, homework, etc. But where to find such governess? Maybe can consider offering such service :lol:

r2010:

For english - you can consider centres in East point at Simei like Morris Alle or British council in Tampines Mall. For Maths, there is Maths arena in tampines. all these centre are pricey.

r2010:

janice_0950:

Hello all busy and stress parents!


Oops! Maybe i am only one stress & worries mommy here:(

Yes. I would like to get a tution for English & Maths:( sigh!
I am looking sourcing for tution in Tampines area. For long long time. unfortunately, up today i still cannot fine a tution for my Pri.1 boy:(

I did left a message in KiasurParents (tutior in Tampines area) but no one reply me:( OMG :?: :?:

For english - you can consider centres in East point at Simei like Morris Alle or British council in Tampines Mall. For Maths, there is Maths arena in tampines. all these centre are pricey.

janice_0950:

Hello all busy and stress parents!


Oops! Maybe i am only one stress & worries mommy here:(

Yes. I would like to get a tution for English & Maths:( sigh!
I am looking sourcing for tution in Tampines area. For long long time. unfortunately, up today i still cannot fine a tution for my Pri.1 boy:(

I did left a message in KiasurParents (tutior in Tampines area) but no one reply me:( OMG :?: :?:

janice_0950:

Hello all busy and stress parents!


Oops! Maybe i am only one stress & worries mommy here:(

Yes. I would like to get a tution for English & Maths:( sigh!
I am looking sourcing for tution in Tampines area. For long long time. unfortunately, up today i still cannot fine a tution for my Pri.1 boy:(

I did left a message in KiasurParents (tutior in Tampines area) but no one reply me:( OMG! :stupid: :stupid: :?: :?:

Brenda10:

mrswongtuition:

It very much depends on what is done during the tuition lessons.


For my students, parents' main concern is the lack of a formal textbook for English. They are clueless as to how to guide their kids or what to teach them. As such, they turn to tuition for help.

For P1, I go through mostly basic grammar and vocabulary during the first semester. Second semester focuses on writing, comprehension and synthesis & transformation.

For Maths, basic concepts are done together with Problem Solving and heuristics. Many kids that come to me can't even add/subtract numbers within 10 without using their fingers. In such cases, they might not be able to catch up in school as the teacher goes through the first 2 topics rather quickly.


If your child can do the following, then I think there's no immediate need for tuition:
English
- Read well without guidance
- Understand basic grammar rules (singular, plural, subject-verb agreement)
- Able to write a short story with at least 3-5 sentences
E.g.
I am May. I am a girl. I am six years old. I go to Bobo Kindergarten. I love my school.

Maths
- Able to count, add and subtract up to 20
- Able to spell numbers up to 20
- Able to read and comprehend simple story sums
E.g.
Tom has 3 green balloons. He has 5 red balloons.
How many balloons does he have altogether?

Hi mrswongtution

I think you assessments are very fair. We need to know the strength and weakness of our child in order to decide the next cause of action.

mrswongtuition:

It very much depends on what is done during the tuition lessons.


For my students, parents' main concern is the lack of a formal textbook for English. They are clueless as to how to guide their kids or what to teach them. As such, they turn to tuition for help.

For P1, I go through mostly basic grammar and vocabulary during the first semester. Second semester focuses on writing, comprehension and synthesis & transformation.

For Maths, basic concepts are done together with Problem Solving and heuristics. Many kids that come to me can't even add/subtract numbers within 10 without using their fingers. In such cases, they might not be able to catch up in school as the teacher goes through the first 2 topics rather quickly.


If your child can do the following, then I think there's no immediate need for tuition:
English
- Read well without guidance
- Understand basic grammar rules (singular, plural, subject-verb agreement)
- Able to write a short story with at least 3-5 sentences
E.g.
I am May. I am a girl. I am six years old. I go to Bobo Kindergarten. I love my school.

Maths
- Able to count, add and subtract up to 20
- Able to spell numbers up to 20
- Able to read and comprehend simple story sums
E.g.
Tom has 3 green balloons. He has 5 red balloons.
How many balloons does he have altogether?

Champion:

r2010:

I think to have tuition at p1 is a bit too early. It will be good to let the kids settle with the school and try to have a good reading habits at this early yers. It will help the kids later in school life.

Hi :imanisland: ,
Saw this on The Straits Times Special Report on Saturday, 28 August 2010:\"Cramming for an A - Singaporean parents spend $820 million a year on private tuition for their children. Are they getting the results they pay for? Or is this an industry built on smoke and mirrors?\"

When my gal was in P1 last year, I only sent her for Chinese Enrichment class mainly because of the Hanyu Pinyin. During her K2 years, there wasn't much exposure in this area so I was abit worried that she might not catch up with the curriculum. Thankfully, the centre teacher was very dedicated and patient with her and her Chinese result was satisfactory

Maybe someone may like to comments on the Special Report mentioned?