While it is important for our children to relax and enjoy their December holiday, they should not forget that the new school year is approaching. The new year will being new challenges, but if your child is prepared, the new year need not be challenging.
Here are some ideas on how you can prepare your child for the new academic year.
Start off the new term on the right foot. Make sure that the homework issued before the break has been completed.
Your children’s holiday homework would likely be review worksheets to help them reinforce their understanding of the topics covered during the year. A strong and solid foundation will help pave the way to a greater understanding of the newer topics that will be introduced in the new year.
Our teachers often find that students who are not continually engaged during their term break take a longer time to get back in full swing when school restarts.
At The Learning Lab, we begin the academic term early to give your child a head start in gearing up for the new school term. Fun and light-hearted elements are weaved into classes during the holidays to make lessons more enjoyable – students write travelogues on places they travelled to during the holidays in Upper Primary English classes and letters to their imaginary pet in Lower Primary English classes.
Of course, engaging content does not come at the expense of academic rigour - students are exposed to a variety of question types, as well as common pitfalls, they will face when they move to the next academic level in 2023.
At home, creating study plans in order of priority would be more effective in tackling the weaker topics. Students should identify the topics or components they struggle with then pick three actions they wish to take to work on them.
Establishing good habits like filing past worksheets neatly for quick access during revision also reminds your children that they are in control of their grades.
Have a chat with your children to plan ahead and set key goals to achieve at crucial points in the new year. That way, they will have a clear direction to work towards.
Seeking the right assistance also makes a world of difference. TLL offers programmes for preschool, primary, secondary, and junior college students to help your child achieve academic excellence. Beyond being school and national-exam relevant, we weave in global affairs and current trends in topics such as technology, lifestyle and entertainment into our curriculum. Our goal is to create a generation of innovative thinkers and globalised, confident individuals by providing our students with current and up-to-date materials on a weekly basis.
It is important for children to be encouraged to always give their best. Let your child know that the effort they put into achieving their goals is a reward in itself, regardless of the final results. Your assurance may even boost their confidence and give them the added push to excel.
Try not to focus solely on outstanding grades. While achievement and progress will always be a high priority, always encourage your child to find their personal interests in the subjects they are studying, and they will develop a joy for the pursuit of knowledge beyond the classroom.
After all, the ultimate purpose of education is to help students develop a lifelong love of learning.
At The Learning Lab, we believe in giving students learning experiences that empower them.
We are here to support parents in developing the whole child - not just their academic abilities. For us, it’s about deep and meaningful learning that students can enjoy.
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