Author: Amber Brown

Besides tuition, one of the decisions most Singaporean parents struggle with is whether to opt for enrichment classes for primary students. Unfortunately, the answer to how necessary these classes are is not a simple yes or no. While enrichment classes are beneficial, some students stand to gain more from them than others. What parents need… Continue reading Are Enrichment Classes Necessary for Primary School Students?

Singapore’s education system has continuously ranked among the best globally. Part of the success is attributed to the kiasu culture, with most parents enrolling their children in a dedicated student care centre for afterschool programs. It is impossible to look at Singapore’s education system without analysing the impact of student care centres on performance.  There… Continue reading Why Are Afterschool Programs in Singapore Successful?

When one student care centre charges $260 and another $1000 per month, one would naturally wonder about the variation in aftercare cost. What do you miss when you pay a lower fee or what are kids enrolled in student care centres charging premium fees?  Homework Support Student care fees in Singapore, irrespective of the amount,… Continue reading What Do Student Care Fees Cover In Singapore?

It takes a lifetime of lessons and experiences for one to build character. Even as adults, our resilience is constantly tested. What of children? How soon should children be exposed to situations that will test their ability to recover after a hiccup? Student care centres play a critical role in shaping children, but do they… Continue reading Do Student Care Centres Build Resilience in Children?

Singapore is a diverse and vibrant society where the demand for qualified speech therapists continues to grow. Selecting a speech therapist is vital in the journey towards effective communication and self-assurance. This detailed guide will help you to make an informed decision when choosing a speech therapist in Singapore. Define Your Objectives  Before selecting a… Continue reading How to Choose a Speech Therapist in Singapore

The cornerstone of a child’s speech development is early intervention, and in Singapore, centres specializing in speech therapy help families nurture effective communication. This article explores the world of early intervention centres in Singapore, highlighting key options for children and parents by offering essential support.  The Significance of Early Intervention Recognizing Early Signs: It is… Continue reading Early Intervention Centres for Speech Therapy in Singapore

As parents, the wellbeing and safety of your child is your paramount objective. That is why it raises some concerns when they find out their child has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). More concerns are raised when they also find out that there is no known permanent cure for the condition. Well,… Continue reading Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children

When we talk about pre-literacy skills, oral language skills the awareness of sounds will easily come to mind. It starts with learning the alphabets, and gradually placing two or more alphabets together to form a word. It also includes recognizing words that are heard and easily relating it to something already known. With skills like… Continue reading Development of Motor Skills and Pre-Literacy Skills in Children

This is one of the most common disorders related to neuro development in children. Even though it is mostly diagnosed during childhood, the effect can last into adulthood as it can only be treated for now. It is not encouraging to find out that it has no known cure at the moment. How can you… Continue reading What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

As the summer is rapidly closing in it is important to keep the child cool and safe throughout the summer. Overheating can cause major health hazards to the child. If you are looking for a preschool that will cater holistically to your child’s needs in learning and play, do consider Chiltern House Preschool. You can… Continue reading Safety Tips for Your Preschooler Over the Summer

Learning something new every day brightens up the minds of children. At the kindergarten in Singapore kids are not bombarded with studies all the time at school. They learn a mixed bag of subjects and tools to get ahead. If you are looking for a holistic kindergarten education for your child, do consider Chiltern House.… Continue reading School Life Is Not Only About Studying

Singapore is one of the countries that offer an extensive range of childcare to address the needs of first-time or pre-occupied parents. Childcare centre, kindergarten, and preschool are the commonly-used terms referring to the institution that provides care for children in their early years. Let us identify each term closely so you will know where… Continue reading Childcare Options and Early Childhood Education in Singapore

Decorative stone has become an important a part of designing homes along with other architectural buildings. This style is often referred to as Feng Shui, which has become very popular. In lieu of buying costly furniture in order to add new scopes to your home, an even more affordable and easier way can be done… Continue reading Modern Bathroom Mirrors For Modern Bathrooms

So I’m looking around my office tonight for a book to give away this week, and the one my eyes stop on is a perfect match: The Greatest Salesman in the World Part II – The End of the Story by Og Mandino. It’s a perfect match, because one of the ideas in the book… Continue reading Free Book Giveaway #5 – Two Classics by Og Mandino

Sometimes a real gem slips through the cracks here at Free Personal Development Material. The BeliefBusters First Aid Kit by John Milton Fogg is one of them. Part of my process for determining what to post here and what not to involves collecting both submissions and my own finds and putting them in draft format,… Continue reading The Belief Busters First Aid Kit from John Milton Fogg