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The mid-year assessment results are in, and it is a good time to take stock of what needs to be done for each subject, say teachers. This will help provide a structure for revision in June. This edited version of the article published in The Straits Times on May 14, 2023, details how a child can revise for each subject.

Pupils who are weak in Chinese language tell Ms Teo Xiwen that they feel overwhelmed when preparing for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) because they struggle with all components of the exam.

Ms Teo, head of mother tongue languages at Ahmad Ibrahim Primary School, advises them to take small steps to improve instead of dwelling on what they do not know.

For example, they could revise and remember a few Chinese words each day to improve their vocabulary, and try to use one good phrase or sentence in their compositions each week.

“No matter how little time they think they have left for preparation, I assure my students that every minute makes a difference,” she says.

She has found that helping her pupils set achievable targets and celebrating every little success can boost their morale.

“When they feel encouraged, they will become energised and motivated to transform thoughts into actions,” she says.

With less than five months to the PSLE, experienced primary-school teachers and tutors share tips on how parents can guide their child to get the most out of their revision in the next few months.