PRIVATE CANDIDATES HOW TO STUDY EFFECTIVELY FOR “O” LEVELS Studying as a private candidate for the O levels is not easy. But it is not impossibly difficult either. Having been out of the school curriculum, there is no guidance […]
CRITICAL NEXT STEPS PATHWAYS AFTER “O” LEVELS Polytechnic or JC? What subjects to take? If none of the above, what other options are there? It is common for many students to be unsure about their educational options after “O” […]
SMACKED AND PUSHED AROUND STANDING UP TO SCHOOL BULLIES Picked on. Pushed around. There are bullies in many schools, some of whom are girls. Bullying is a universal problem that affects students of every shape, ethnicity and gender. The […]
TRAIN FAULT AHEAD! MRT BREAKDOWN DURING “O” LEVELS With the recent spate of incidents of MRT breakdowns, Students need to be prepared on what to do in the event of an MRT breakdown, especially during their “O” level examination […]
CANING IN SCHOOL BAN IT OR KEEP IT ‘A Primary 5 pupil from Horizon Primary School was recently caned for misbehaving, but his parents are concerned over the severity of the cane marks on his leg.’ – AsiaOne, 25 […]
SCHOOL DISCIPLINE THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE UGLY Discipline is essential to the holistic development of a student. However, one may argue that discipline in authoritarian and consequence-based confines may not be as effective as counseling. The effectiveness […]
TEACHING GOOD VALUES HOME FIRST, SCHOOL SECOND Whether values are taught at home or in school, both need to work in tandem. No school or family can act alone and hope for the child to succeed. This article takes a […]
STRESS, STRESS AND MORE STRESS HOW TO DEAL WITH IT Students and parents feeling stressed in Singapore’s vigorous education system is almost a given. CPD Singapore Education Services Pte Ltd understands the rigour of Singapore’s education system. It believes that […]
HEALTHY LIVING EATING RIGHT The government recently announced changes to the health industry of Singapore following Budget 2017, which affected government schools as well. The government is currently investing heavily to get healthier food into schools, from pre-school to […]
NEIGHBOURHOOD SCHOOL A BASELESS STIGMA There are no Neighbourhood Schools, only good schools in neighbourhoods. This was a phrase echoed by the former education minister, Mr Heng Swee Keat. CPD Singapore Education Services Pte Ltd supports the minister’s views. CPD […]