Primary 1 Intake Homeschool Programme 2015

Primary 1 HeadStart

Preparing for a journey of education in Singapore

With the ever increasing educational demands placed on students studying in Singapore schools, children from 6 to 7 years of age need a good headstart before they embark on their journey in the cutting edge curriculum. Primary 1 Headstart fundamentally includes elements which are crucial and relevant in Singapore’s education course of study while providing a comprehensive support for these beginning learners to engage in higher level of cognitive inter-disciplinary skills. 

Benefits:

ü Your child enters the education system mentally and psychologically ready

ü Your child is able to complete school tasks with competency

ü He/She can meet and perform beyond the curriculum standards, ahead of the rest

ü He/She is able to interact well with teachers and friends

ü Increased self-esteem and confidence

Subjects: English, Maths and Mother Tongue

English Modules

n English Language Literacy

n Writing Conventions

n Understanding classroom instructions

n Social conventions in classroom

n Lower Primary Vocabulary

n Lower Primary Grammar 

Mathematics Modules

n Basic Numerical Concepts

n Base Values / Trading 

n Number Bonds

n Introduction to Problem Solving

n Introduction to model drawing in Problem Solving

u Part-whole model

u Comparison model

Chinese

n Bridging/Core  Modules

n Character Recognition

n Vocabulary

n Writing Conventions

Malay

n Malay Literacy

n Suku kata (Syllabic Reading)

n Penulisan Asas (Writing Conventions)

n Kosa Kata Asas (Basic Vocabulary)

n Tatabahasa Asas(Basic Grammar)

n Tatabicara Asas (Basic Speech)

3.5 hours daily from Monday to Thursday (9 am to 12.30 pm)

3 hours on Friday (9 am to 12 pm)

Time-table

Monday to Thursday

Period	Subject
9 am to 9.30 am	CES (Cognitive, Emotional and Social Development)
9.30 am to 10.30 am	English
10.30 am to 11.00 am	Break
11 am to 12 pm	Maths
12 pm to 12.30 pm	Organisation / Reflection

Friday

Period	Subject
9 am to 9.30 am	CES (Cognitive, Emotional and Social Development) in Chinese / Malay
9.30 am to 10.30 am	Chinese / Malay
10.30 am to 11.00 am	Break
11 am to 12 pm	Chinese / Malay

Learning Support Programme

1 pm to 2 pm

Additional support is given to students who need help in 

² Reading / writing or speaking

² Cognitive skills

² Fine Psychomotor skills 

so that these young learners are able to catch up with the rest and are on par with their developmental stages of a young learner

Johor Bahru Homeschool Primary 1 Intake

Home school Programme For Primary 1 (S'pore syllabus)

Time-table

Mon – Thu

9.00am – 9.30am: Pastoral Care

9.30am – 10.30am: English

10.30am – 11.00am: Tea Break

11.00am – 12.00pm: Maths

12.00pm – 12.30pm: ICT

1.00pm – 2.00pm: Learning Support Programme (LSP)

Fri

9.00am – 9.30am: Pastoral Care

9.30am – 10.30am: Chinese/Malay

10.30am – 11.00am: Tea Break

11.00am – 12.00pm: Art/Music

2.00pm – 3.00pm: Accelerated Reading Programme

Curriculum based on Spore syllabus

English

- Reading

- Speaking

- Writing

Mathematics

- Mental Arithmetic

- Problem Solving/Heuristic

- Concepts

Fees

RM500

RM600 (with LSP)

Transport will be provided at a variable fee (according to distance/location)

Please contact us at 07-2979910 or 011-28965151 for a friendly discussion.

Johor Bahru Homeschool Programme

Dear Parents,

Get your child on our FasTrack IGCSE Programme right now and graduate with an international qualification within just 1 or 2 years right here in Johor Bahru!

No minimum age requirement. Start as early as 12 years old...

FasTrack IGCSE is an accelerated programme which is based on a balanced curriculum and a flexible course of study, spread over 2 years, leading to the final examinations offered in May or November.

IGCSE is one of the most sought after and recognised qualifications in the world. It develops and encourages vital educational skills, including oral skills, investigative skills, problem solving, team work, recall of knowledge and initiative.

Some of the FasTrack IGCSE subjects offered are: English, E.Maths, Add. Maths, Pure Biology, Pure Chemistry, Pure Physics, Combined Science, Business Studies, Economics, Geography, Mandarin & more.

From RM600 per month (5 subjects package)

Our centre is located at No.2D, Hokkien Building, Level 2, Jln Yahya Awal which is right at the heart of J.B town. To book an appointment to visit our centre, please call 07-2979910 or whatsapp at 011-28965151(Ms. Sherine)

PSLE Intensive Programme in Johor Bahru, JB

Is your child ready for PSLE?
Join us for our PSLE Intensive Programme to help your child ace the upcoming
exams!
Designed and conducted by former MOE School Teacher, NIE-trained, PSLE Marker,
together with a team of Star Tutors.

PSLE Intensive Mathematics Course
9.00am – 11.30am
Reinforcing concepts of common difficult topics like fractions, ratio and
speed & strategies to solve word problem under these topics.
Learn various heuristics to tackle non-routine questions involving number
patterns and arithmetic progressions.
Techniques in answering questions without the use of calculator in Paper 1.

PSLE Intensive English Course
12.30pm – 3.00pm
Common mistakes and Composition Tips.
Emphasise three key components of the PSLE English paper which many students
find especially challenging.
10 Common careless mistakes that students make in Synthesis & Transformation.
100 words that are commonly tested in Comprehension Cloze Passages.
Situational and Continuous Writing, Comprehension Cloze Passages, Synthesis
and Transformation, Open-ended Comprehension.

PSLE Intensive Science Course
3.30pm – 6.00pm
Concept-mapping to recall and access key concepts in major topics.
Master the essential skills stipulated in MOE’s guidelines for Science
Learn to answer experimental based examination questions with effective
templates and understanding.
Scientific investigations to incorporate various scientific processes.

At the end of the programme, your child will attain:
• A high level of confidence to achieve outstanding grades in their Prelims
and PSLE!
• Useful tips and techniques in learning and applying topical concepts
• A solid grasp of the main topics in Science and Mathematics
• An immediate improvement in English

Duration : 2 days, non-residential
Dates: 8 & 9 Sept 2014
Time: 9am to 6pm
Venue: Starclub Learning Centre, No 2D-01, Hokkien Huay Kuan, Level 2, Jln
Yahya Awal, Johor Bahru
Registration Fee: RM250

Lunch and teabreak will be provided

Seats are limited. You may call us at 07-2979910 or simply sms/whatsapp us at
011-28965151 for all enquiries.

Singapore Home-school Education in Johor Bahru

Homeschool in Johor Bahru: A Singapore-based education

Starclub Homeschool Centre

Our English-medium Homeschooling educational programmes cater to students aged between 6-17 years old for Juniors Year 1-Year 6 and Seniors Year 7-Year 11.

Home School key features:

- Our teaching includes vigorous academic and exam-oriented preparations with the focus on the Cambridge IGCSE/O’levels Examination. 

- Our teaching materials are carefully selected and imported mainly from UK & Singapore.

- Use of IT, multimedia and the Internet to enrich learning

- Progress reports issued every semester to monitor your child's overall progress

- Professional supervision by qualified teachers and educators.

- A friendly, safe and nurturing atmosphere.

- Our facilities include: spacious fully equipped air-conditioned classrooms, an ICT room, Music room, Cafeteria, Assembly area and a library.

- Balanced and nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch and/or tea.

- Separate male and female toilets with warm showers.

- Holiday enrichment programmes during Jun/Dec school holidays

- Skills enhancement programmes: Art, Music, Sports, Speech & Drama

Classes from Monday to Friday: 9am to 3pm

·       At least 18 – 20 hours of Academic teaching weekly and 1.5 – 3 hours of Skills Enhancement Programmes like Physical Education, ICT training, English fluency Programme, Art & Music lessons etc.

Our centre is located at No.2D, Hokkien Building, Level 2, Jln Yahya Awal which is right at the heart of J.B town. To book an appointment to visit our centre, please call 07-2979910 or whatsapp at 011-28965151(Ms. Sherine)

Singapore PSLE Intensive Programme in JB 2014

Is your child ready for PSLE?

Join us for our PSLE Intensive Programme to help your child ace the upcoming exams!

Designed and conducted by former MOE School Teacher, NIE-trained, PSLE Marker, together with a team of Star Tutors.

PSLE Intensive Mathematics Course
9.00am – 11.30am
Reinforcing concepts of common difficult topics like fractions, ratio and speed & techniques to solve word problem under these topics.
Learn various heuristics to tackle non-routine questions involving number patterns and arithmetic progressions

PSLE Intensive English Course
12.30pm – 3.00pm
Common mistakes, including Oral and Composition Tips
Emphasise three key components of the PSLE English paper which many students find especially challenging.
10 Common careless mistakes that students make in Synthesis & Transformation
100 words that are commonly tested in Comprehension Cloze Passages
Situational and Continuous Writing, Comprehension Cloze Passages, Synthesis and Transformation, Open-ended Comprehension

PSLE Intensive Science Course
3.30pm – 6.00pm
Concept-mapping to recall and access key concepts in major topics
Concept and attitude development through active learning and questioning
Process skills enhancement via hands-on activities
Scientific investigations to incorporate various scientific processes

At the end of the programme, your child will attain:
A high level of confidence to achieve outstanding grades in their Prelims and PSLE!
Useful tips and techniques in learning and applying topical concepts
A solid grasp of the main topics in Science and Mathematics
An immediate improvement in English

Dates: 6 - 8 September 2014

Fees: RM350 (22 hours of intensive coaching)

Lunch and light refreshments will be provided.

A MUST ATTEND for ALL PSLE Students! LIMITED SEATS!! First come first serve!

Please do not hesitate to call us at 011-28965151 (whatsapp available) to register NOW!

Location: PSLE Specialist Centre, Hokkien Huay Kuan, Level 2, Jln Yahya Awal, J.B

StarChamps Motivation and Study Camp in JB 2014

StarChamps 3-day Motivation Holiday Camp

This three-day non-residential study workshop is designed for children ages 8 - 16 to equip them with highly effective study, communication and life skills.

Your child will be put through a series of dynamic motivational talks, hands-on activities and experiential challenges which will encourage him/her to become more focused, increase their self-confidence, resilience and motivation.

Who should attend?
Kids/Teens (age 8 - 16) who is experiencing the following:

• Poor performance in school work/academics
• Find learning boring and difficult
• Lack of motivation
• Lack of discipline
• Laziness
• Short attention span
• Low self-esteem & self-confidence, shy
• Addicted to computer games & TV
• Poor time management skills

Your child will learn the following study skills:

• Mind-mapping
• Information Gathering & Processing
• Thinking Skills & Application
• Develop a Super Memory for Facts & Figures
• Whole-Brain Note Making Techniques

Your child will be enriched with the following personal and life skills:

• Building and Maintaining High Self-esteem & Personal Motivation
• Goal Setting & Career Planning
• Effective Time & Life Management
• Adopting Empowering Beliefs & a Positive Mental Attitude
• Emotional State Management

Your child will be able to build strong relationships by:

• Working well with others and building team spirit
• Respecting and caring for others
• Resolving conflict and gaining agreements
• Expressing their ideas and speaking confidently

How will my child benefit?
After attending this course, your child will be able to:

• Utilize accelerated studying techniques: how to write more effective notes, memorize more information faster, and make learning all subjects more enjoyable
• Acquire a winning mindset to overcome setbacks, and to be able to motivate himself towards success
• Set his own goals in school, career, and in life
• Understand how to improve use of time
• How to overcome challenges in life and strengthen focus and discipline

Unleash Your Child's Potential With Our Holiday Programmes 2014!

Venue: Starclub Learning Centre, No 2D-01, Hokkien Huay Kuan, Level 2, Jln Yahya Awal, Johor Bahru

Please contact us at 011-28965151 to register NOW!! Thank you and have a great day.

Best tuition centre in JB(Singapore syllabus)

About Starclub

Founded by Ms Sherine, an NIE-trained ex-school teacher, experienced PSLE Marker and a curriculum development specialist.

She started off as a home-based tuition in 2010 catering to the students who reside in JB but study in Singapore. As the number of students grew (based on excellent track records and through word-of-mouth), she started a learning centre to help more students to attain their goals.

Together with her is a team of ex-Singapore school teachers who share the same vision, and are equally passionate about teaching. With the right teaching resources and pedagogies, coupled with the dedication of the teachers, an improvement in the students’ academic performance is 100% guaranteed.

The centre has worked with students from all learning profiles: from the underachievers to the high achievers. Our teachers (and students) have done a wonderful job in producing remarkable results. Hence, we believe that your child can succeed too!

Please call 07-2979910 or 011-28965151 (whatsapp available) for a discussion. Do not hesitate or wait any longer. Make the right choice NOW and start believing that your child's academic success is possible.

Trusted for quality Singapore education