<![CDATA[Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class]]>Hello all, esp for child who are in the upper primary.


Just wonder, do you follow up closely with your child’s work after each tuition or enrichment class.

I have sent my girl to berries and dont really supervise closely.I know the enrichment is teaching them ahead.I dont really ask how far has her own school teacher has been teaching them.

Today, as there is a small test approaching, I picked up the chinese and guide her and to my horror, so many new vocab she used it wrongly and I question her why when all these are in the text.She told me her class teacher just makes them read the text.Am pretty sure my girl is also not paying attention.

Anyway, its good that I find out now as its only a few chapters and I begin to wonder, does that mean all children go tuition, they will do well…I wish to farm out, but looks like I still need to watch closely.

Just one cent of my sharing.

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ctct61t:
Emma:

First I must admit I had not been a resonsible mum. I had been outsourcing my girl to a student care and a chinese tuition centre since she started P1. Now that she is in P3, I kinda suddenly woke up and realised I've not been involved enough/at all and when i start checking in with her, realised she has not been paying attention during the chinese tuition class and has not been doing the assessment books effectively while at the student care.

Although she has not done too badly at school, it seems now she has a lot to catch up with (by my standard). So i've been very ON, trying to coach her at night and during the weekends, but there is just not enough time.
I'm pretty exasperated and would appreciate any advice on how best to manage. The way i see it - she's weakest in Chinese and oral/creative writing for both Chinese and English.

the same as me, i feel so guilty...

me felt same way too... 😒

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/303857https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/303857Fri, 26 Nov 2010 14:06:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Fri, 26 Nov 2010 10:39:25 GMT]]>

Emma:
First I must admit I had not been a resonsible mum. I had been outsourcing my girl to a student care and a chinese tuition centre since she started P1. Now that she is in P3, I kinda suddenly woke up and realised I've not been involved enough/at all and when i start checking in with her, realised she has not been paying attention during the chinese tuition class and has not been doing the assessment books effectively while at the student care.

Although she has not done too badly at school, it seems now she has a lot to catch up with (by my standard). So i've been very ON, trying to coach her at night and during the weekends, but there is just not enough time.
I'm pretty exasperated and would appreciate any advice on how best to manage. The way i see it - she's weakest in Chinese and oral/creative writing for both Chinese and English.
the same as me, i feel so guilty...

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/303689https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/303689Fri, 26 Nov 2010 10:39:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:24:17 GMT]]>Hi angel,


My ds also has the same problem. He is in P2 now. I spoke with his form teacher. She recommended on top of 1 to 1 tution, I need to buy extra sets of Maths workbooks. She said what kids do in school, get them to do it at home with the tutor. I spoke to ds's tutor. She agreed with what the form teacher said. I also made a terrible mistake of not following up on ds tuition or school work. *outsourcing* everything to his ex-tutor :oops: . His new tutor (being a friend of mine and the owner of a tution agency) reminded me to follow up on ds's work & not depend on her to follow up :oops: . I guess it is partly my fault that ds did badly for this year.. 😒

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/301936https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/301936Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:24:17 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:22:53 GMT]]>

tutormum:
Lynn2:

Hey mummies


Just wonder, do u have the same thought that the more expensive you pay for a tuition, as in one to one basis, do u feel even more streessful?

I do as am wondering how my child is taking the tuition?

Do u think all qualify teachers charged a premium?How true?

The more I charge for tuition, the more stressful I am. πŸ˜‰ Reason: pressurized to ensure the child perform to justify my fee. :nailbite: School teachers charge much more but you can get a good tutor (if not better) even if he/she is not NIE trained or a school teacher. (like me) πŸ˜‰ πŸ˜‰ :siam:

My gal did not do well for her P2 Maths this year. She has been attending Just Education. I am thinking whether 1-1 is better for her. Any advice?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/296859https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/296859Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:22:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Tue, 18 May 2010 06:43:50 GMT]]>Hi,

Anyone know of any proven scient tutor or enrichment class?

Enriching mum

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/187343https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/187343Tue, 18 May 2010 06:43:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 17 May 2010 13:44:52 GMT]]>yah, will definitely talk to him about it when there's a need for him to get extra help. πŸ˜‰

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/187054https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/187054Mon, 17 May 2010 13:44:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Sat, 15 May 2010 01:09:23 GMT]]>

shirley.tamzil:
Didn't send ds1 (in P3) to tuitions, coach him at home since his results are still ok. With his current school homework load and CCA, think it will probably tire him out with tuition classes.


However, I think might send him to tuition or motivational classes during his P5 or P6 years just to ensure he gets the last push....
If you are happy with his results, you can speak to him about it.

Ask him how he feels about his results. If he's satisfied and you are satisfied, then encourage him to keep it up without a need for tuition.

Some kids prefer not to have tuition if they can meet your expectations.
However, there are also kids who want tuition as they themselves do not want to lose out.
If your kid wants tuition, then tuition will work to his/her benefit. And you will have less 'stress' wondering if your child is enjoying tuition.

Tuition during P5/6 will be very exam-focused. Some children who never had tuition before may not be able to take the stress from tuition.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/186270https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/186270Sat, 15 May 2010 01:09:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Fri, 14 May 2010 02:33:42 GMT]]>i think we should supervise their progress in studies, and not let the tuition center/tutor do it. πŸ™‚

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/185573https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/185573Fri, 14 May 2010 02:33:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Sun, 09 May 2010 06:43:22 GMT]]>

hquek:
Yong HL:



Enrichment centres do help me to teach her new concepts/things. I must admit that i am pretty impatient and quick tempered. Engaging the help of enrichment centres help me to scream less, my daughter fear me less, and bond more. And of coz, i revise her school and enrichment class homeworks. Revision is so much peaceful than to teach new concepts myself πŸ™‚

Exactly the same case as me. I used to try teach maths to my son. Simple addition and subtraction leads me to screaming at him and tearing my hair out. I have since left it to the schools and whatever outside help I can get. I don't want my son to be cringing at the sight of me, or at the books.

Phew.........that's what happened to me recently and it sets me seriously thinking of sending my DS to an enrichment centre too. Maybe we do not have the right skills to impart the knowledge?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/180448https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/180448Sun, 09 May 2010 06:43:22 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Fri, 07 May 2010 17:26:25 GMT]]>Yes. I agree too.


Its really varies among individual.

Some prefer to study alone while some need one to one guidance but there are also child who learn better in groups.

As a parent, we have to observe and understand what environment of learning suit your child best.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/179948https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/179948Fri, 07 May 2010 17:26:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:45:14 GMT]]>Didn’t send ds1 (in P3) to tuitions, coach him at home since his results are still ok. With his current school homework load and CCA, think it will probably tire him out with tuition classes.


However, I think might send him to tuition or motivational classes during his P5 or P6 years just to ensure he gets the last push…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/167431https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/167431Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:45:14 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:13:04 GMT]]>Thanks , tutor mum.


I did hire someone that is non nie trained , to save cost but it didnt work out for my child.

So, no choice , have to go for something else and try out.


tutormum:
Lynn2:

Hey mummies

Just wonder, do u have the same thought that the more expensive you pay for a tuition, as in one to one basis, do u feel even more streessful?

I do as am wondering how my child is taking the tuition?

Do u think all qualify teachers charged a premium?How true?

The more I charge for tuition, the more stressful I am. πŸ˜‰ Reason: pressurized to ensure the child perform to justify my fee. :nailbite: School teachers charge much more but you can get a good tutor (if not better) even if he/she is not NIE trained or a school teacher. (like me) πŸ˜‰ πŸ˜‰ :siam:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151920https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151920Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:13:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:02:21 GMT]]>

Lynn2:
Hey mummies


Just wonder, do u have the same thought that the more expensive you pay for a tuition, as in one to one basis, do u feel even more streessful?

I do as am wondering how my child is taking the tuition?

Do u think all qualify teachers charged a premium?How true?
The more I charge for tuition, the more stressful I am. πŸ˜‰ Reason: pressurized to ensure the child perform to justify my fee. :nailbite: School teachers charge much more but you can get a good tutor (if not better) even if he/she is not NIE trained or a school teacher. (like me) πŸ˜‰ πŸ˜‰ :siam:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151913https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151913Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:02:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 01 Apr 2010 05:43:15 GMT]]>

Yong HL:


Enrichment centres do help me to teach her new concepts/things. I must admit that i am pretty impatient and quick tempered. Engaging the help of enrichment centres help me to scream less, my daughter fear me less, and bond more. And of coz, i revise her school and enrichment class homeworks. Revision is so much peaceful than to teach new concepts myself πŸ™‚
Exactly the same case as me. I used to try teach maths to my son. Simple addition and subtraction leads me to screaming at him and tearing my hair out. I have since left it to the schools and whatever outside help I can get. I don't want my son to be cringing at the sight of me, or at the books.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151745https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151745Thu, 01 Apr 2010 05:43:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 01 Apr 2010 05:01:43 GMT]]>Hey mummies


Just wonder, do u have the same thought that the more expensive you pay for a tuition, as in one to one basis, do u feel even more streessful?

I do as am wondering how my child is taking the tuition?

Do u think all qualify teachers charged a premium?How true?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151727https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/151727Thu, 01 Apr 2010 05:01:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:33:54 GMT]]>

Nicole21:
I see you stressed out mom coaching the kids and I'm getting scared. My kid is only K1 and I don't send her for any other class, only her kindergarten. Am I irresponsible?

Hi nicole21, fret not πŸ™‚ i personally do not think responsibility is matched to the number of enrichment classes you send your kids to. So long you are satisfied that your kid is learning towards P1 preparation, i tink its fine.

Enrichment centres do help me to teach her new concepts/things. I must admit that i am pretty impatient and quick tempered. Engaging the help of enrichment centres help me to scream less, my daughter fear me less, and bond more. And of coz, i revise her school and enrichment class homeworks. Revision is so much peaceful than to teach new concepts myself πŸ™‚

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/142978https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/142978Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:33:54 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:08:02 GMT]]>For me, I believe a mixture of both. Children left on their own will not be motivated to do well as they don't see the need to. Yet, too much pushing will translate into pressure for the children. A little balance will be fine. Supervise their work but let them be independent by not getting too involved. πŸ˜‰ If a child is self-motivated, half the battle is won. :celebrate:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/142971https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/142971Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:08:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:37:10 GMT]]>Agreed. Also every child is different - some may do better if left on their own.


But I also prefer to push my child a bit πŸ˜‰

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141958https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141958Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:37:10 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:25:25 GMT]]>

Nicole21:
I see you stressed out mom coaching the kids and I'm getting scared. My kid is only K1 and I don't send her for any other class, only her kindergarten. Am I irresponsible?

Do I need to scare/ stress you further with what we are doing with our K1???

Everyone is different and subscribe to different school of thoughts when it comes to educating their little ones. I've seen parents who never believe in enrichment and yet the child top the level. So it really depends on what your beliefs are and what you are trying to achieve.

For me, I choose to be KS and i believe with the proper classes and family support, she can do so much more. There is no right and wrong answer.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141954https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141954Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:25:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:21:52 GMT]]>I see you stressed out mom coaching the kids and I’m getting scared. My kid is only K1 and I don’t send her for any other class, only her kindergarten. Am I irresponsible?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141952https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141952Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:21:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:50:13 GMT]]>Many parents have forgotten what the true purpose of tuition is for. Many under-achieving kids in languages are lacking in practice in spelling and it is really impossible to expect tutors to suddenly turn them into good spellers within that 1.5-2 hrs/week sessions without neglecting other core skills.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141943https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141943Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:50:13 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:31:17 GMT]]>Definitely second to it. I've been sending my child for enrichment classes and each time I will make effort to go through the worksheets and let them know the errors that they made esp so for her piano though I have zero background. I've been doing that consistently for my elder girl but not my boy. I decided I need to do likewise for him though it's extremely tiring to juggle 2. But for the benefit of the knowledge and understanding gained, it's worth sparing the time, however fatigue u are. :love:


Being a freelance teacher myself, I always remind the parents to reinforce the practice at home. Meeting once a week and expecting the child to grasp the concepts fully is simply not possible, esp when child is in a group setting where the teacher's time is divided among all the kids. :celebrate:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141879https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141879Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:31:17 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:38:39 GMT]]>i am very sure cant depend on tuition alone. if tuition its only once a wk e.g chinese, and u dun revise or go thru with them at home, they may hv forgotten what they have learnt, with blur blur mind they go for the next lesson and all the problem will build up. Its very sad alot of parents send their kids to ex tuition cls and thought their kids shd be in gd hands. There maybe some exception if the kids themselves are v self-motivated.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141344https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/141344Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:38:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Follow up with child's work after tuition / enrichment class on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:41:43 GMT]]>Hi,


I believe in revision and reinforcement at home.

Even though my eldest is only 4yo. I pay a lot of attention and coaching him at home. I simply don’t trust enrichment would solely do a great job.

I see a great failure from my cousins who used to attend so many tuitions during school days. I would say their results were terrible. Her parents just spending time watching cantonese shows in the past.

So, this has been silently cultivate their interest in cantonese shows without interest in reading.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/140431https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/140431Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:41:43 GMT