Use the SA1 and subsequently prelim results to add up the overall AL score before shortlisting a list of possible secondary schools your child can qualify for.

Make sure you have completely understood the difference in concept between ‘fraction of a total’ and ‘fraction of a remainder’. The understanding of these two fundamental concepts will pave the way for solving more complex questions on Fractions in P6 level.

Do not choose schools for your child just because they are more popular or have “higher status” than the neighbourhood schools. Always discuss with your child first. Ultimately, you have to consider if the school selected is a good fit for your child. Think about the ethos, culture, programmes offered, commuting distance and academics aspects too.

Some students, even those in upper primary levels, think that “coldness” can travel from a cold object to a hot object. The truth is … Only heat travels from a hotter region to a colder region. The concept of “Coldness” travels is NEVER taught in our local primary schools!