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In this section, SmileTutor has a host of articles dedicated to helping you keep up to date on education news. We consolidate information from different sources and do in-depth research on various topics so you don’t have to!

Content covers changes in the syllabus over time, opinion pieces, guides on choosing an education path i.e. Junior College vs Poly and other education related articles we have created for parents, tutors and students.

Singapore Education News

O-level Class of 2020 Secured the Best…

The year 2020 has certainly changed how students prepared for their O-levels because of the...

6 Must-Know Tips to Get into Your…

Do you feel like you can’t get into your dream poly course? Well, you’re not...

Amazing Tips for Encouraging Positive Attitude Among…

A positive attitude can change the way learners think and approach a subject or topic....

8 Reasons Why CCAs in Singapore School…

In Singapore, we’re provided with an enriching and holistic education. Every student is unique, some...

Polytechnics in Singapore: Overview, Courses, Admissions

Looking to enrol into 1 of the 5 polytechnics after completing your N/O Levels, Nitec...

Covid-19 Arrangements for National Exam Takers including…

With the COVID-19 pandemic still lingering across the country, the Singapore government announced new arrangements...

Are We Too Focused on Grades in…

Academic performance in Singapore is often pushed to children because it is believed that the...

CCAs to Gradually Resume in Schools: Why…

Schools in Singapore are slowly reopening more activities for their students as the government tries...

Others

Your Guide to Top Ranking Universities in…

Whether you're a devoted parent or student hunting for the top universities in Singapore, you've...

Best Spotify Music Playlists To Listen To…

Are you having difficulties concentrating while you study?  As a student in the past myself,...

Find the Right Event Space for Conducting…

Due to COVID-19, many schools or learning institutions have been conducting lessons via video conferencing....

Learn Chinese in Singapore: 22 Enrichment &…

Although English is the lingua franca in Singapore, speaking Mandarin will come in handy in...

15 Best Educational Hulu Movies and TV…

Are you looking for educational entertainment for your children? If yes, then you are at...

SJI International Scholarship Applications Now Open!!

Applications are now open for SJI International Scholarships commencing in 2022! Any questions you may...

15 Early Intervention and Inclusive Preschools in…

Every child should be given the best education that their country can provide, especially for...

How OWIS Offers an Excellent International Education

At One World International School, we're committed to providing a world-class education in Singapore to...

Syllabus Changes

What is Blended Learning?

Like many countries worldwide, Singapore is slowly trying to find ways to help its citizens...

Changes to National Exams in 2020: List…

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Singapore Schools from all levels were closed for 2 months and...

Changes to PSLE Grading & Curriculum: What…

The Singapore education system is known to be highly demanding and deeply focused on academics....

PSLE Primary Math Syllabus Changes to Look…

The PSLE Math paper requires intensive preparation based on the Primary Mathematics syllabus. Your child’s...

PSLE Primary Math Syllabus Changes To Look…

The PSLE Math syllabus is a very distinctive examination as compared to most of the...

Tackling The Changes Of PSLE Science 2017

Come 3rd Oct, hundreds of students will sit for the new PSLE Science paper. The...

PSLE Changes Over the Years And How…

No doubt you already know that 2021 will bring us significant changes in the Primary...

4 Truths You May Not Realize About…

You’ve heard the news - The age-old PSLE T-score will be replaced by the new...