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Name of Student: Benjamin Chin (Catholic High)

O Level Results

Chem (A1)

Physics (A2)

Bio (A1)

EMaths (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Victoria JC.

How is it over there? Fun.

Did you panic and feel pressured as the O

level was approaching? Yes.

Please describe your feelings as you

received your O-level results. Happy.

Please share your secrets of your success

with us!

Positive studying attitude and treating each piece of homework

seriously. Pay attention during tuition.

Any good advice for SmartLab students

sitting for their coming O level

examination this year?

Study hard and play hard. Revise your work regularly and put in

effort. Lastly, Good Luck!

In what other areas do you believe has

SmartLab helped you?

SmartLab tuition notes are excellent study aides and the teachers

helped me understand my subject better. Miss Karen, thank You for

being so patient when tutoring me, helping me to achieve my A1

grade for chemistry during the O Level. To the other teachers,

thanks for putting in so much effort in teaching me.

Name of Student: Iris Ting Siew Tieng (Kuo Chuan Pres)

O Level Results

Chem (A2)

Physics (A1)

Biology (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? St Andrew JC

How is it over there? Manageable but workload is heavy.


level was approaching? Yes, a bit.


received your O-level results. It was great.


with us! Revise personal notes and go through ten years series question.




Be consistent.



Teachers are very good and patient in explaining the answers to

me. The teachers' support has helped me through countless

obstacles I faces with all the tough past year O Level questions.

SmartLab Parent

How have you guided your child in the

preparation for the O level examinations?

To see that she has no specific area of the subject concern before

O Level exam.

Name of Student: Nur Afiqah

O Level Results CSChem (A2)

CSPhysics (A2)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Nanyang Polytechnic

How is it over there? -

Did you panic and feel pressured as the

O level was approaching? Yes.


received your O-level results. Nervous at first but felt blessed that I managed to pass all my subjects.


with us! Study hard and don’t give up.




Attend all smartlab classes. Listen attentively and ask question if

unsure.



SmartLab guided me to have good time management in my studies

and had made me think deeper when approaching a difficult

question in test/exam. Thanks the teachers for all the time through

guiding me in the areas I am weak in.

SmartLab Parent


preparation for the O level

examinations?

Ask them to study, guide them and look how they manage in study

other than sending them to Smartlab. Don’t just do nothing ask

question to their child on what is happening/studying in school and

in smartlab.

Name of Student: John Zhang (Bishan Park Sec)

O Level Results CSChem (A1)

CSPhysics (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Tampines JC.

How is it over there? Its fine.


level was approaching? Yes.


received your O-level results. Relieved.


with us! Smartlab!




Listen to the teacher.



Smartlab helped built my confidence and made me more discipline

in my studies, I could not have done it without the teachers here.

SmartLab Parent



I register my son for tuition classes to ensure that he understood what he

has learnt, to maintain his grades in subjects he is strong in and to improve

in subjects he is not good at. For example, though good in Science, I

persuaded him to take combined Physics and Chemistry tuition (at

SmartLab) from the start for assurance. He eventually had an A1 for the

subject. In particular I believe that the guidance during the last months is

crucial. I believe tuition centres are better equipped to prepare the

children. The smaller class size is definitely much more conducive for

concentration. The tutors are usually more sympathetic and patient

(probably because they see the children for a shorter time) and the

environment more relaxed because unlike schools which rigidly enforce the

fundamentals of the syllabus, tuition centres could present and enforce the

important points in a more interesting way.

Name of Student: Calvin Lee (Riverside Sec)

O Level Results Chem (B3)

English (B3)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Singapore Polytechnic

How is it over there? Not known yet because course has not started.


level was approaching? Not at all


received your O-level results. Neutral


with us! Meet the teachers everyday to revise.




Stay focus and relax


SmartLab helped you? Giving motivation at each lesson

SmartLab Parent



Nothing because Smartlab has done a great job to guide my child

in preparation for the O Level exam. Have confident in the children

and the tuition centre as most of the tutors are responsible

teachers.

Name of Student: Namreena Bharat Samtani (Tanjong Katong Girls’ School)

O Level Results CSBiology (A2)

CSPhysics (A2)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? I am posted to Innova Junior College.

How is it over there? The school is too far from home and I’m still adjusting to school life

there.


level was approaching? Yes. I was not sure whether my revision was complete.


received your O-level results. Sad & disappointed with my overall aggregate.


with us! Be more focus, as well as, consistent revision.




Do not start too early for revision. Should start after March in S4.



Smartlab teachers have guided me on how to tackle O level

questions intelligently and helped me achieve A2 for my sciences.

SmartLab Parent



examinations?

I’ll send her to the tuition centre for her regular tuition or any

additional lessons that her teacher had asked her to attend. I’ll

also ensure that she completes all tuition assignments given to her.

We must always follow-up on our children’s progress.

Name of Student: Farah Amira Abdul Majid (St. Anthony’s Canossian Sec School)

O Level Results Biology (A1)

Chemistry (A2)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Meridian Junior College.

How is it over there? The teachers are very encouraging & inspiring. I’m very happy there.


level was approaching? Yes, a little.


received your O-level results. Happy. I was satisfied with the desired results.


with us!

Revised difficult questions again. Checked with teachers until

understanding of concepts.




Do not start your revision at the last minute. Don’t accumulate

your doubts.



The teachers have paid a lot of attention to us, as well as, helped

to boost our confidence.

SmartLab Parent



examinations?

I’ll encourage her not to give up easily after failing some class tests.

Tell her that I’ve faith in her and advised her to be more focus.

Smartlab has helped my child to get enough practice and helped to

boost her confidence.

Name of Student: Alfred Teo (Pei Hwa Secondary School)

O Level Results CS.Chemistry (A1)

A.Maths (B3)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Temasek Polytechnic's Biomedical Science School.

How is it over there?

I am still awaiting for school to start but I have been there and it is a

big campus. There are many CCA choices and the seniors are helpful

and good.


level was approaching?

I felt more stressed out because I still did not know how to do some

questions.


received your O-level results.

It was unbelievable. I expected myself to score around 14 points but

it turned out that I managed to obtain 9! I was very happy with my

results.


with us!

I pay attention in class and when asked to answer question, I dare to

speak up. Try not to be shy so that even if you make mistakes, you

can learn from them.




Avoid last minute work. For tougher subjects, pay attention in class

from the start of Secondary 3 so as to build a stronger foundation.



The tutors at Smartlab, especially Mr. Soh and Miss Hazel, were

very helpful and good. They provided questions and many practice

papers which helped to boost my confidence.

SmartLab Parent



examinations?

We made it a point to fetch Alfred from school, especially on days

when he had afternoon study sessions which end late. This helped

him to be less tired from travelling and to save time too. Studying

definitely took priority during O Level year.

Name of Student: Ng Zhi Jian (Bowen Secondary School)

O Level Results AMaths (A2)

CS Chem (A1) CS Phy (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Serangoon Junior College


It is awesome! I had been recommended SRJC by my seniors so I had

looked forward to studying there. The facilities are better than my

secondary school and I like my classmates very much.


O level was approaching?

Not really. The pressure I felt came 4 months before the actual

examination. As the day approached, the mood set in and the pressure

lessened. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to be prepared.



I was very shocked because of my A Math results. I did not expect my A

Math grades to improve by so much. Overall, I was very happy, very

satisfied with my results.

Please share your secrets of your

success with us!


speak up. Try not to be shy so that even if you make mistakes, you can

learn from them.

Any good advice for SmartLab

students sitting for their coming O

level examination this year?

Be prepared and get into the mood as soon as possible to feel less

stressed out.

In what other areas do you believe

has SmartLab helped you?

The method of teaching by Miss Hazel is very effective for me. Before I

joined Smartlab, I did not understand how some formulae work. With

Miss Hazel, if you don't understand, she will explain it by telling us how

you will not be able to derive the answer if you don't make use of the

formula. Understanding the formulae instead of just memorising really

helps in my study for A Math.

SmartLab Parent

How have you guided your child in

the preparation for the O level

examinations?

Zhi Jian's habit of studying is to be without disturbance so my husband

and I will set specific times for him to have his meals etc and after

which, we will leave him alone to study. Every now and then, I would

check on him and send him drinks and nutritious food to keep him

going. It is important to be informed of each child's studying habits;

some study in groups, some study alone. In doing so, we can understand

and help our child better and become more supportive in the process.

Name of Student: Tan Wei Lin (PLMGS)

O Level Results Chemistry (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Waiting for entry into Ngee Ann Polytechnic, going to study Engineering

Science

How is it over there? Lessons not started yet, will be commencing in Mid April


O level was approaching? Yes


received your O-level results. Happy and satisfied with my results.


success with us! I study with my friends, so that can discuss with them if I have problems.




Do not feel so stressed and practice more.


has SmartLab helped you? I have made some friends and gain more confidence in myself.

SmartLab Parent



examinations?

NA

Name of Student: Ng Zhi Jian (Bowen Secondary School)

O Level Results AMaths (A2)

CS Chem (A1) CS Phy (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Serangoon Junior College


It is awesome! I had been recommended SRJC by my seniors so I had

looked forward to studying there. The facilities are better than my

secondary school and I like my classmates very much.

Did you panic and feel pressured as

the O level was approaching?

Not really. The pressure I felt came 4 months before the actual

examination. As the day approached, the mood set in and the pressure

lessened. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to be prepared.



I was very shocked because of my A Math results. I did not expect my A

Math grades to improve by so much. Overall, I was very happy, very

satisfied with my results.


success with us!


speak up. Try not to be shy so that even if you make mistakes, you can

learn from them.




Be prepared and get into the mood as soon as possible to feel less

stressed out.



The method of teaching by Miss Hazel is very effective for me. Before I

joined Smartlab, I did not understand how some formulae work. With

Miss Hazel, if you don't understand, she will explain it by telling us how

you will not be able to derive the answer if you don't make use of the

formula. Understanding the formulae instead of just memorising really

helps in my study for A Math.

SmartLab Parent



examinations?

Zhi Jian's habit of studying is to be without disturbance so my husband

and I will set specific times for him to have his meals etc and after which,

we will leave him alone to study. Every now and then, I would check on

him and send him drinks and nutritious food to keep him going. It is

important to be informed of each child's studying habits; some study in

groups, some study alone. In doing so, we can understand and help our

child better and become more supportive in the process.

Name of Student: Klaryce Lim (Nan Chiau High School)

O Level Results Biology (A2)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Temasek Polytechnic – Pharmaceutical Science

How is it over there? I am still waiting to start school but the campus is big and the lecturers

whom I’ve spoken to are very helpful.

Did you panic and feel pressured as

the O level was approaching? Yes a lot. I try to relieve it by studying a lot.



I was quite disappointed and sad about my other subjects but I was

happy for my Biology result.


success with us!

For Biology, I feel it is important to catch keywords, read notes and

practise TYS questions. TYS questions are very important.




Start early and do not wait till it is too late. Use computer only on

weekends and be disciplined. Frequent revision is very important.



The Cambridge papers and marking schemes provided were very helpful.

Smartlab notes are very helpful too. The extra lessons gave me ample

revision opportunity too.

SmartLab Parent



examinations?

We get extra tuition for subjects she is weak in and past year papers for

her to practise.

Name of Student:

O Level Results

SmartLab

Which school are you studying now?



level was approaching?




with us!






SmartLab



examinations?

Klaryce Lim (Nan Chiau High School)

Biology (A2)

Student

Temasek Polytechnic – Pharmaceutical Science

I am still waiting to start school but the campus is big and the

lecturers whom I’ve spoken to are very helpful.

Did you panic and feel pressured as the O Yes a lot. I try to relieve it by studying a lot.


happy for my Biology result.

Please share your secrets of your success For Biology, I feel it is important to catch keywords, read notes and

practise TYS questions. TYS questions are very important.

Any good advice for SmartLab students Start early and do not wait till it is too late. Use computer only on


In what other areas do you believe has The Cambridge papers and marking schemes provided were very

helpful. Smartlab notes are very helpful too. The extra lessons gave

me ample revision opportunity too.

Parent

We get extra tuition for subjects she is weak in and past year papers

for her to practise.

Pharmaceutical Science

I am still waiting to start school but the campus is big and the

to are very helpful.

Yes a lot. I try to relieve it by studying a lot.


For Biology, I feel it is important to catch keywords, read notes and

ons. TYS questions are very important.

Start early and do not wait till it is too late. Use computer only on


The Cambridge papers and marking schemes provided were very

s are very helpful too. The extra lessons gave

We get extra tuition for subjects she is weak in and past year papers

Name of Student: Albert Yeoh (Riverside Secondary School)

O Level Results CSChemistry (A1)

SmartLab Student

Which school are you studying now? Innova Junior College

How is it over there? Fun and challenging


level was approaching? Yes


received your O-level results. Relieved and very happy that my effort paid off.


with us! Constant practice and make your own notes




Balance study and play, don’t get too stressed out



SmartLab provides exposure to different types of questions and

gave a lot of useful practice.

SmartLab Parent



Provide emotional support and always remind him to take care of

himself. Quickly get your child a tutor to get some help academically

if you notice him not doing well in S3 final year exam.

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