<![CDATA[Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths]]>http://www.straitstimes.com/Singapore/Story/STIStory_779779.html


\"HE MAY be only nine, but Ezra Koh has already bagged an A grade in the international equivalent of the O-level maths exam....
He is home-schooled, and his parents said he would not have developed at such a pace otherwise. 'Home-schooling is not for every family, but it is good for my children,'...
The three boys follow a daily timetable which includes English, maths, science, Chinese, history and enrichment activities such as mental arithmetic lessons under the close watch of their mother, a former maths teacher at Hwa Chong Institution....\"

Steady lah...
Home-school: 1
MOE: 0
:celebrate:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/33421/boy-9-aces-international-equivalent-of-o-level-mathsRSS for NodeWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:55:50 GMTWed, 21 Mar 2012 05:45:48 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Thu, 07 Jun 2012 01:46:34 GMT]]>

pinky:
there was also another primary school boy who passed O level chemistry with distinction..

That is amazing. As O level chemistry exam has a practical portion. Without resources (eg lab, equipment), it is very difficult, unless the parents are rich enough to purchase those equipment and chemicals and turn their room/kitchen into a lab. I have personally guided young kids for taking O level Math but for Science, I believe the success rate of getting distinction is not that high due to the practical exam.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/775236https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/775236Thu, 07 Jun 2012 01:46:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Thu, 07 Jun 2012 01:09:57 GMT]]>there was also another primary school boy who passed O level chemistry with distinction…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/775210https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/775210Thu, 07 Jun 2012 01:09:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:52:46 GMT]]>It is actually possible for kids to score distinction while he’s in primary school. The main factor is whether the kid is willing to learn

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/775011https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/775011Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:52:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 01:05:41 GMT]]>so it's tiger mum and lion dad? :evil:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/737267https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/737267Thu, 29 Mar 2012 01:05:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Wed, 28 Mar 2012 03:03:18 GMT]]>

sandunes:
From his blog, it's obvious that it's a marketing gimmick and the parents are making use of their kids \"success\" story to garner more clients.

How does one define an \"accomplished father\"? LOL!

Taken from blog:-
\"Besides being an accomplished father, Arthur has other amazing achievements. Without inheriting any wealth and starting with almost no money 12 years ago when they got married, Arthur and Priscilla have purchased 10 properties over the years and are now a millionaire couple who own a multi-million property portfolio. Arthur will share his investing strategies and show how an average Singaporean like him can also invest in real estate even though the person has very little money.
 
To find out how it is possible to be successful like Arthur in BOTH the areas of parenting and finance, register and attend the workshop now!\"
:roll: :razz: :sick: this kind.....ignore.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736542https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736542Wed, 28 Mar 2012 03:03:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:57:44 GMT]]>From his blog, it’s obvious that it’s a marketing gimmick and the parents are making use of their kids "success" story to garner more clients.

How does one define an "accomplished father"? LOL!

Taken from blog:-
"Besides being an accomplished father, Arthur has other amazing achievements. Without inheriting any wealth and starting with almost no money 12 years ago when they got married, Arthur and Priscilla have purchased 10 properties over the years and are now a millionaire couple who own a multi-million property portfolio. Arthur will share his investing strategies and show how an average Singaporean like him can also invest in real estate even though the person has very little money.
 
To find out how it is possible to be successful like Arthur in BOTH the areas of parenting and finance, register and attend the workshop now!"

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736535https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736535Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:57:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:41:02 GMT]]>

darlingbabe:
Or maybe those of us who have received the sms supposedly from Ezra's father can reply him and ask him how he taught his kids? haha....just a thot.

haha, you can ask them to PM you the email address. The father will prob try to charge you for any info though!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736518https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736518Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:41:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:17:33 GMT]]>I think every normal child can be a genius with someone who is willing to impart knowledge or skills to him/her providing he/she is willing to input these. :imanangel:


Of course, will need to mix them around with other kids if not he/she will become a introvert. :grphug:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736491https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736491Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:17:33 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:00:48 GMT]]>

jtoh:
Herbie:

May be she skipped teaching pri maths and zoom into teaching just o level maths

Afterall, sloving maths using model are useless at sec level.

If you're talented at Math you can easily skip all the lower primary Math and proceed straight to P5/6 Math or even secondary Math with no problems. The problem with being in a mainstream school is you have to solve P1/2 Math when you're already capable of solving P5/6 Math.

this is true.
and kids, if really enthusiastic about math, can always try math olympiad, and some of the MO types are really so tough that not all O level students know how to solve....

btw, why need to accelerate the study for a particular subject if this is not the child's own want?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736473https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736473Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:00:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:55:37 GMT]]>

atutor2001:
darlingbabe:


Hi, atutor2001. I'm qt serious abt advancing my child cos he is able to focus and has gd attention span. Here i am talking abt the fact that I suspect my child is above average (given feedback fr his various teachers in sch), how can I advance him? I'm scared (aka kiasu) that if I miss advancing him before he goes into formal schooling (aka MOE rote learning curriculum), and since he has the interest in academic stuff, I wont be able to turn back the time. My son is 5yo now. The window period is closing on him and I just want to maximise his potential by input-ting in him as much as I can. But I'm qt unresourceful in this aspect. If I can get hold of the materials, i can teach him better at home. Any parent facing the same dilemma? Of cos I wont emphasise less on values and character-building. R brain training enrichment classes or math classes effective on a 5yo? If so, which one would u recommend? TIA.

My kids are above average. I was super KS with my eldest because of lack of experience then. Thought math, science...... at very early age. The end product is a very meticulous, hardworking person - good results. But big problem - cannot socialise well. Luckily I didn't do the same to the other 2. They become social animal, results still above average and have many friends. Enjoy better life - dare to venture.

To produce that kind of results from a non-genius but just above average kid will change their behavour - something that is permanent. Heard of friends who used flash-cards, producing kids that are very impatient. So I think if the kid is above average by nature, they will still shine with normal guidance without excesses. Just sharing what I have gone through.

Well, that's why we need to balance character-building thru sports and other means of socialization. But what I'm focused on now is math training. If my child shows special interest in it, i shouldn't deprive him a chance to excel in it at an early age.
I asked for help here at this forum cos I'm ks enuff to care abt his devtm. After all this is a ks parents' forum. :lovesite:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736020https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/736020Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:55:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:50:29 GMT]]>

darlingbabe:
Also, Ezra's parents home school him and his siblings. i'm really keen to know what resources they use to teach their kids. anyone can help?

Don't have to teach or hot house. If a child is genuinely interested in the subject(s), provide him with lots of books to read. Murderous Maths by Kjartan Poskitt will sure be a hit. Other books http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/mathematics.htm

There are loads of resources online too. http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/math.htm

Check out library section 500 ( Natural Sciences and Math). 510 is Math.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735909https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735909Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:50:29 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:44:43 GMT]]>

darlingbabe:

Hi, atutor2001. I'm qt serious abt advancing my child cos he is able to focus and has gd attention span. Here i am talking abt the fact that I suspect my child is above average (given feedback fr his various teachers in sch), how can I advance him? I'm scared (aka kiasu) that if I miss advancing him before he goes into formal schooling (aka MOE rote learning curriculum), and since he has the interest in academic stuff, I wont be able to turn back the time. My son is 5yo now. The window period is closing on him and I just want to maximise his potential by input-ting in him as much as I can. But I'm qt unresourceful in this aspect. If I can get hold of the materials, i can teach him better at home. Any parent facing the same dilemma? Of cos I wont emphasise less on values and character-building. R brain training enrichment classes or math classes effective on a 5yo? If so, which one would u recommend? TIA.
My kids are above average. I was super KS with my eldest because of lack of experience then. Thought math, science...... at very early age. The end product is a very meticulous, hardworking person - good results. But big problem - cannot socialise well. Luckily I didn't do the same to the other 2. They become social animal, results still above average and have many friends. Enjoy better life - dare to venture.

To produce that kind of results from a non-genius but just above average kid will change their behavour - something that is permanent. Heard of friends who used flash-cards, producing kids that are very impatient. So I think if the kid is above average by nature, they will still shine with normal guidance without excesses. Just sharing what I have gone through.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735903https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735903Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:44:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:15:56 GMT]]>Or maybe those of us who have received the sms supposedly from Ezra’s father can reply him and ask him how he taught his kids? haha…just a thot.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735876https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735876Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:15:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:10:47 GMT]]>Also, Ezra’s parents home school him and his siblings. i’m really keen to know what resources they use to teach their kids. anyone can help?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735870https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735870Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:10:47 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:07:04 GMT]]>

atutor2001:
darlingbabe:

The sms aside, I really wonder what materials or methods they used to teach their preschoolers. They must have started from the fundamentals rite?

I'm more interested in how they started off their preschoolers at an accelerated way so that they are not just teaching 1x1=1.

Simple proven methods :

1. Use timetable to create nursery songs and start singing them at 2. They will know their timetable by 5.

Yes, my son knows couple of multiplication songs. But to apply it to a math equation, how to u teach it to him? directly or with visual aids? How to get hold of these visual aids/materials?

2. Teach algebra by 6. They will solve O level questions by 8.

R u kidding or deadpan serious?

Qualification : Kid must be above average. Kid must be disciplined.

Don't do it!!!

Hi, atutor2001. I'm qt serious abt advancing my child cos he is able to focus and has gd attention span. Here i am talking abt the fact that I suspect my child is above average (given feedback fr his various teachers in sch), how can I advance him? I'm scared (aka kiasu) that if I miss advancing him before he goes into formal schooling (aka MOE rote learning curriculum), and since he has the interest in academic stuff, I wont be able to turn back the time. My son is 5yo now. The window period is closing on him and I just want to maximise his potential by input-ting in him as much as I can. But I'm qt unresourceful in this aspect. If I can get hold of the materials, i can teach him better at home. Any parent facing the same dilemma? Of cos I wont emphasise less on values and character-building. R brain training enrichment classes or math classes effective on a 5yo? If so, which one would u recommend? TIA.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735867https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735867Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:07:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 03:36:44 GMT]]>

concern2:
atutor2001:


Simple proven methods :

1. Use timetable to create nursery songs and start singing them at 2. They will know their timetable by 5.

2. Teach algebra by 6. They will solve O level questions by 8.

Qualification : Kid must be above average. Kid must be disciplined.

Don't do it!!!

:rotflmao: (laughing at the words in bold)

I thot i read \"just do it\"

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735833https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735833Tue, 27 Mar 2012 03:36:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 03:26:48 GMT]]>

atutor2001:

Simple proven methods :

1. Use timetable to create nursery songs and start singing them at 2. They will know their timetable by 5.

2. Teach algebra by 6. They will solve O level questions by 8.

Qualification : Kid must be above average. Kid must be disciplined.

Don't do it!!!
:rotflmao: (laughing at the words in bold)

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735819https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735819Tue, 27 Mar 2012 03:26:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 03:23:11 GMT]]>

darlingbabe:
The sms aside, I really wonder what materials or methods they used to teach their preschoolers. They must have started from the fundamentals rite?

I'm more interested in how they started off their preschoolers at an accelerated way so that they are not just teaching 1x1=1.
Simple proven methods :

1. Use timetable to create nursery songs and start singing them at 2. They will know their timetable by 5.

2. Teach algebra by 6. They will solve O level questions by 8.

Qualification : Kid must be above average. Kid must be disciplined.

Don't do it!!!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735816https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735816Tue, 27 Mar 2012 03:23:11 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:40:21 GMT]]>what a crazy father.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735703https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735703Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:40:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:31:33 GMT]]>The sms aside, I really wonder what materials or methods they used to teach their preschoolers. They must have started from the fundamentals rite?

I’m more interested in how they started off their preschoolers at an accelerated way so that they are not just teaching 1x1=1.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735695https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/735695Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:31:33 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:11:24 GMT]]>

atutor2001:
zeemimi:


[quote]HOT NEWS! My 9yr old boy scored A in Cambridge exam ( 21/3 Straits Times pg B2 )
Email/SMS for workshop:
SECRETS TO HOW EVERY CHILD CAN BE GENIUS
xxxxxxkoh@gmail.com

http://i40.tinypic.com/o9ixc9.gif\"> EVERY child ???? zzzzzz kns

I have received the same sms and deleted, wondering what it was all about. After finding out the fact here, I feel sad for the poor boy. Being \"Used\" to advance business. Don't give me the crap that he is sharing his knowledge and experience with everyone. With intensive hot housing, many above-average kids can clear O level at lower primary. However, I will not encourage anyone to do it.[/quote]I received the same sms too. How did they get our handphone numbers? :scratchhead:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/733922https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/733922Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:11:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:03:34 GMT]]>

zeemimi:

[quote]HOT NEWS! My 9yr old boy scored A in Cambridge exam ( 21/3 Straits Times pg B2 )
Email/SMS for workshop:
SECRETS TO HOW EVERY CHILD CAN BE GENIUS
xxxxxxkoh@gmail.com
http://i40.tinypic.com/o9ixc9.gif\"> EVERY child ???? zzzzzz kns[/quote]I have received the same sms and deleted, wondering what it was all about. After finding out the fact here, I feel sad for the poor boy. Being \"Used\" to advance business. Don't give me the crap that he is sharing his knowledge and experience with everyone. With intensive hot housing, many above-average kids can clear O level at lower primary. However, I will not encourage anyone to do it.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/733920https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/733920Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:03:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:29:50 GMT]]>The father is probably like this:


http://i3.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/220/845/BM.jpg\">

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/733665https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/733665Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:29:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Boy, 9, aces international equivalent of O-level maths on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:40:35 GMT]]>the 2nd son will be taking the same exam too…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/732733https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/732733Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:40:35 GMT