With the updated 2025 PSLE Writing and Oral syllabus, our Primary 5 March Holiday Programme 2026 is designed as focused PSLE English tuition to equip students with the latest strategies and essential skills for writing and PSLE Oral preparation, empowering them to build confidence and strive for stronger performance in their PSLE English journey.
Writers Studio’s March Holiday Course will be held from 16 to 20 March, covering:
📌 Oral Training (19 to 20 March) – This dedicated segment focuses on spoken fluency, articulation, and confidence, supporting effective PSLE oral preparation. Students practise both conversation and reading aloud based on the updated syllabus requirements.
📌 Composition and Situational Writing (16 to 17 March) – These focused sessions target common writing weaknesses, strengthen plot development, and provide clear guidance on the situational writing format, aligned with current PSLE expectations.
As PSLE exam formats continue to evolve, early exposure to structured writing practice and effective oral techniques helps students progress with clarity and stay ahead. All sessions are led exclusively by senior educators, including Ex-MOE teachers, from Writers Studio School of English, ensuring expert guidance and personalised attention throughout the programme so students can reach higher, refine their skills, and excel with confidence.
Why Choose Our Programme?
Preparing for PSLE with Confidence
With the revised writing syllabus and increased weightage for PSLE Oral introduced from 2025, expectations at the PSLE level have become more demanding. Our March 2026 Holiday Programme is thoughtfully designed to help Primary 5 students adapt to these changes through focused and purposeful preparation, without unnecessary pressure.
Targeted Guidance Backed by Experience
At Primary 5, composition writing expectations rise significantly, and identifying specific areas for improvement becomes increasingly important. Drawing on years of experience and classroom insights, our teachers provide targeted support to help students strengthen composition skills and address key weaknesses. This level of guidance helps parents better understand where their child stands and how progress can be made more effectively.
Advanced Assessment and Structured Writing Practice
Before the programme begins, students receive a diagnostic review of their creative writing to identify language gaps and areas for growth. Using our in-house rubric aligned with the latest PSLE expectations, teachers guide students through clear strategies for improvement. Throughout the programme, students work on one composition topic daily, with grading and detailed feedback aligned to MOE standards and school weighted assessments. 1 composition will be graded.
Students who enrol in the full programme will also receive creative vocabulary cards at the end of the course, serving as a practical reference to support continued learning after the holidays.
What Your Child Will Learn: Situational Writing & Oral Training
✔ Situational Writing
Our March Holiday Situational Writing programme helps students develop confidence in writing for real-life contexts. Through engaging and interactive lessons, students are guided through a range of situational writing tasks, including informal and formal emails, each tailored to different audiences and purposes. Emphasis is placed on clear and effective communication, while nurturing the ability to analyse situations and respond appropriately. With structured practice, focused instruction, and constructive feedback, students strengthen their writing techniques and become more confident when handling situational writing tasks in exams.
✔ Oral Training
Oral communication skills are developed through lively and supportive activities that encourage students to participate actively and speak with confidence. Students learn to respond spontaneously, adapt to different conversation scenarios, and leverage their strengths when presenting ideas. Lessons focus on structured presentation techniques, strategic question analysis, and forming clear, thoughtful responses.
Reading aloud is also incorporated to help students meet the updated MOE reading expectations, equipping them with the skills needed to approach this component with greater ease and assurance.
Learning Outcomes
Mastering the New PSLE Writing Format
- Learn fundamental techniques to score at the PSLE and stand out from competition
- Enhance plot at specific junctures to secure higher content marks
- Apply effective language devices to boost language marks
- Hedge against adverse grades by applying a balanced plot structure
- Write an effective writing piece to score in the exams (with diagnostic grading)
- Understanding the expectations of situational writing for high frequency genres tested from 2025
Excelling in the New Oral Component
- Engage in classes designed to provide ample practice with the latest MOE trending question styles
- Learn from senior teachers who are either seasoned oral educators or ex-MOE oral examiners
- Receive useful materials, including a mini prompt set and proven exam techniques for continued reference
- Participate in a relaxed setting, helping students feel comfortable and build confidence
Course Fees:
P5 Composition & Oral (Full Package): $450
P5 Composition & Situational Writing (3 Days Only): $300
P5 Oral Training (2 Days Only): $200
Prices are subjected to GST.
Enjoy our Early Bird Offer – valid until 9 March!
Please note: Discounts cannot be combined.
Course Schedule:
Bukit Timah
P5 Oral Training
16 to 17 Mar (Mon to Tue)
12 pm to 2.30 pm
P5 Composition & Situational Writing
18 to 20 Mar (Wed to Fri)
12 pm to 2 pm
*Lessons are taught on a modular basis.
For enquiries:
Text us at 9122 4880
Email: [email protected]
Trusted by Parents Since 2012
Our holiday programmes continue to attract returning families and referrals year after year. Parents trust us to deliver meaningful progress through quality teaching, structured feedback, and strong student engagement.
We understand how precious your time and investment are. That is why we are committed to providing a high-impact programme that delivers both results and enjoyment.
You do not have to take our word for it. Our most recent holiday programme received positive feedback from parents. Give your child the opportunity to build confidence and excel in both writing and oral communication. Starting early makes a real difference in their English learning journey.
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