By Good School Learning Hub Secondary 1 is often seen as a “settling-in year,” where students are expected to adjust slowly after primary school. Parents may focus on helping their child get used to a new environment, while students concentrate on fitting in and keeping up. After many years of working with lower secondary students, it is clear that Sec 1 quietly plays a much bigger role than most families realise. Problem: Many families approach Sec 1 believing that academic

By Good School Learning Hub As O-Levels approach, many parents focus less on peak scores and more on whether their child can perform consistently . It’s common to see students do well in one assessment and struggle in the next, which creates anxiety about readiness. After more than 15 years of guiding Sec 4 students, I’ve found that inconsistency is not unusual—and with the right adjustments, it can be improved. Problem : Inconsistency often leads families to worry that effo

By Good School Learning Hub Many families are unsettled when Sec 4 results become uneven. A student who seemed steady in Sec 3 may experience sudden dips, rebounds, or mixed performance across subjects. After more than 15 years of guiding students through O-Level year, I’ve found that these fluctuations are common—and usually part of the transition rather than a sign that something has gone wrong. Before (What Results Felt Like in Sec 3) : In Sec 3, assessments often reward f

By Good School Learning Hub Choosing between the science and non-science streams is one of the most stressful decisions families face during the Sec 2 streaming year. Parents worry about keeping future options open, while students wonder whether they can cope with the demands ahead. After more than 15 years of guiding students through this decision, I’ve found that much of the anxiety comes from treating the choice as a judgment of ability rather than a question of fit and re