Dear Reader, Thank you very much for signing up for our post 'A' level webinar. It is suitable for students and parents of students who are nearing university entrance and would like to maximize the results.I will be covering the strategies for tidying up your CV to get into the best course in the university of your choice in this seminar. I believe that it will be useful for university entrance. This is what I share with my undergraduate students as their career counselor. This is the link...
over 2 years ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, I remember the day I collected my 'A' levels results. My teacher was disappointed that I did well enough to get into the university. Despite not being the most attentive student and facing significant challenges in a traditional classroom setting and reading a book remains a hurdle I have yet to overcome to this day. At a time when only 5% of the population advanced to university, I defied expectations and secured my place, not fitting the 'typical' profile of success but...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Dear Reader, Sharing with you my Dragon Year Insights Once, I held a naive belief, always seeing the best in others, until a few harsh lessons from people 'close' unfolded over the past two years. As you will be meeting these people over the next two weeks, my hope is for you to grasp this wisdom sooner: 胡适："人性最大的恶，恨你有、笑你无，嫌你穷、怕你富" This profound observation translates as, "The greatest malice in human nature lies in resenting others for their achievements, ridiculing them for their...
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, Are you or someone you know exploring secondary school options post-GCE O Level? Whether you're a parent, guardian, educator, or simply interested in the landscape of education, I'm delighted to invite you to our upcoming webinar: "Beyond Traditional Paths: Navigating Post-O Level Education." About the Webinar: This session is a deep dive into the diverse educational opportunities available for students post-O Levels. It's designed to shed light on both conventional and...
over 2 years ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, I was interviewed for this piece about gifted education in Singapore. I have reproduced in parts here for your easy access. The editorial team was interested in how and why my five children were all radically accelerated by more than 5 years. And since they are all adults now, they would like to know how my kids are. You may like to know that Nat's parents had consulted with All Gifted some years ago about how to handle Nat's precocity. Here's my take on the Singapore education...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Dear Reader, I feel a mix of emotions when I recall the day I decided I could not send Sunshine Boy to school anymore. Looking into the mirror, I firmly told myself, “If I don’t have a solution, then nobody will.” This moment marked a significant turning point in both our lives, symbolizing a deep sense of responsibility, determination, and the beginning of an unconventional educational journey. Reading about the Singaporean boy, Nathaniel, who graduated from ANU at 13 with a perfect score...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Dear Reader, I noticed the dark rings around her eyes and she signed that she had been really worried about her 13-year-old who was not excelling in school. So, I invited her for a late-night coffee just to see how I could help. Very quickly, I knew the assurance from many parents to me that 'nowadays, schools have changed and become better' is not really true as I listened to some of her stories. (1) The boys in the class are not allowed to go to the toilet when the teacher is teaching....
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Dear Reader, Have you ever wondered what the birth certificate of a pioneer generation person who is born during the second world war in Singapore look like? For the first time, I handled one of the birth certificates of this old lady who was born in 1942, when Singapore was occupied by the Japanese. What was interesting was firstly, the document was in Japanese. I think this must be really rare, to be a Singaporean with a birth certificate in Japanese, and probably applies to less than 1,000...
over 2 years ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, Please meet my culinary teacher, Khun Ton. In 2008, she emerged the winner of the prestigious Thailand culinary competition, an achievement that would forever change the trajectory of her life and the lives of those fortunate enough to cross her path. I first had the privilege of meeting Khun Ton that very year, a serendipitous encounter that would prove to be a turning point in my culinary journey. I was always curious about Thai cuisine since my trip to Thailand as a...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read