By Good School Learning Hub Secondary 1 is often when students realise that studying no longer feels the same as it did in primary school. Parents may notice that their child is spending more time on schoolwork but feels less certain about whether they are doing it “right.” After many years of guiding students through this transition, these early struggles are expected and closely tied to the habits students bring into secondary school. Problem   Many Sec 1 students rely on p

By Good School Learning Hub O-Level year is often surrounded by strong opinions and well-meaning advice. Parents hear stories from other families, students compare themselves with peers, and expectations build quickly. After more than 15 years of supporting Sec 4 students, I’ve found that many of the stresses associated with O-Level year come not from the exams themselves, but from misconceptions about what this year is supposed to look like. Myth   O-Level year must be inten

By Good School Learning Hub As O-Levels approach, many families ask the same question: “Is my child prepared?”  The word sounds simple, but it often carries assumptions that increase stress rather than clarity. After more than 15 years of guiding Sec 4 students, I’ve found that true preparedness is frequently misunderstood. Myth  Being prepared for O-Levels means finishing all content early, doing endless practice papers, and feeling confident all the time. Students who are “

By Good School Learning Hub Many families are surprised when Sec 2 results become less stable than Sec 1. A student who seemed to be doing fine may suddenly experience dips in certain subjects, while others show uneven performance across terms. After more than 15 years of working with lower secondary students, I’ve seen that these fluctuations are common—and usually explainable—especially in a streaming year. Before (What Parents and Students Expect)   Going into Sec 2, many