A Quick Recap of Tr. Yu Xian's RMO and APMOPS Preparation Talk

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A Quick Recap of Tr. Yu Xian's RMO and APMOPS Preparation Talk

The NMOS has just concluded, and many students and parents are already turning their attention to preparation strategies for the upcoming RMO and APMOPS. As two highly competitive and challenging math competitions, finding a structured and effective approach to prepare has become a key concern for many.

   

To help parents gain a clearer understanding of how to prepare for the RMO and APMOPS, Kangaroo Study invited our Head of Primary 5, Teacher Yu Xian, to deliver a comprehensive sharing session on Sunday, 3 August, at 3pm.


  
Recap of the seminar

During the session, Teacher Yu Xian began by comparing the three major Math Olympiad competitions, helping parents understand the key differences between NMOS, RMO, and APMOPS. He stressed that preparation for RMO and APMOPS should not be based solely on the NMOS experience. These two competitions differ significantly in focus and question difficulty. As such, even students who did well in NMOS should approach the next stage with a fresh mindset and be prepared to start anew.
   

   
Teacher Yu Xian then gave a detailed breakdown of the exam structure and expectations for RMO and APMOPS compared to NMOS. He pointed out that both competitions cover a wider range of topics and require deeper understanding. Given the limited preparation time, he encouraged parents to help their children plan carefully for revision and practice. For more challenging content, he highlighted the importance of progressing through four key stages of learning, from understanding the concept to applying it confidently.
   

   
The session also covered important topics such as goal-setting, managing expectations, and strategies for handling tough questions.
  
  
   
Towards the end, Teacher Yu Xian introduced the course structure and learning plan that Kangaroo Study has developed for Primary 5 students, providing parents with a clear preparation roadmap. All attendees also received copies of the RMO All-in-One Practice Book and APMOPS All-in-One Practice Book as additional learning resources.
   

   

P5 Semester 2 Class

  

As we move into Semester 2, our curriculum will begin transitioning towards more advanced topics relevant to RMO and APMOPS, both of which take place in early Primary 6. Students will be introduced to new and more complex areas such as fraction decomposition, circles and sectors, travel problems with changing speeds, and multiple catching-up or meeting-up problems, topics that demand stronger logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

     

To support this progression, Semester 2 classes place greater emphasis on building students’ analytical thinking. For example, in tackling number puzzles, students will learn to apply strategies such as extreme case analysis, helping them approach unfamiliar or non-routine problems with confidence and independence.

Our Teaching Team

Tr. Gao Xuming

Graduated from Wuhan University, Teacher Gao is an S-level (highest level) teacher at Fangtian Education and also the head of the secondary school department. Familiar with the Olympiad mathematics system and an in-depth understanding of major domestic and international competitions, over ten of the students under his guidance have won the Yingchun Cup Gold Award (equivalent to the highest award in RMO).
In the first year in Singapore, 10 students under his guidance smoothly entered the second round of the SMO Junior (a total of 106 students from the first and second years nationwide entered the second round). At the same time, some students successfully joined the Junior Training Team.

Tr. Yu Xian

Graduated with a major in Data Science and Analytics (BSc. Hons) from the National University of Singapore. Teacher Yu Xian has 7+ years of experience in teaching Maths and Sciences. An ASEAN Scholarship holder and Math Olympiad awardee, he has earned accolades such as SMO Silver and AMC Gold.

Currently serving as Kangaroo Study’s P5 InCharge, he specializes in guiding students in Math Olympiad preparation through encouraging curiosity and independent thinking.

  
   
How To Enroll?

All students are required to complete a placement test before enrolling.

This allows our team to assess the child’s current level and recommend the most suitable class.

  
Enrolment Process

• Book an entrance test (Based on your child's convenience)
• Receive assessment results and class recommendation
• Confirm time slot and teacher, complete registration and payment
  
  
  
  
  

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