What is the kiasu parents community?

KiasuParents.com is your guide to parenting in Singapore by parents, for parents. We are a community of parents with children under the age of 16 years old, providing a one-stop platform for concerned parents to network, share their views, questions and concerns regarding parenting and education in Singapore.

What is ‘kiasu’ culture in Singapore?

Singapore’s ‘kiasu’ culture makes FOMO look like child’s play. Singaporeans commonly use personal articles such as tissue packets to reserve tables in the city’s crowded food courts before purchasing a meal. The practice is considered quintessential “kiasu.”.

What is ‘kiasu?

Singapore’s ‘kiasu’ culture makes FOMO look like child’s play Singaporeans commonly use personal articles such as tissue packets to reserve tables in the city’s crowded food courts before purchasing a meal. The practice is considered quintessential “kiasu.” (David Pierson / Los Angeles Times)

Why do Singaporeans love Kiasu (FOMO)?

Singapore’s ‘kiasu’ culture makes FOMO look like child’s play. Singaporeans commonly use personal articles such as tissue packets to reserve tables in the city’s crowded food courts before purchasing a meal. Long before Americans discovered FOMO — the fear of missing out —Singaporeans were fixated with its more excessive forebear, kiasu.

How to prepare your child for the 2018 O-Level Chinese language exam?

Remember the examination dates and make a study plan accordingly. The time-table for the 2018 O-Level Chinese language examination is as follows: Parents can support your children by ensuring that their study plans are strictly adhered to, so as to maximise success. #3 Don’t take the mid-year paper too lightly!

What makes a good Mandarin tutor in Singapore?

As the Chinese saying goes: “An accomplished teacher produces a good student” (名师出高徒), a good Mandarin tutor can greatly complement a student’s own study efforts. While the level of Chinese language tuition in Singapore is varied, there are very few tutors who focus solely on teaching O-Level Chinese language.

What grade should I Aim for in my Chinese GCSEs?

You want to aim higher but still set a comfortable target, such as a grade that is slightly above what you’ll usually achieve for Chinese. For example, if you currently score B3, aim for A2.