800 Attendees! Kangaroo Study "Excel in Sec-1" Seminar

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800 Attendees! Kangaroo Study's "Excel in Sec-1" Seminar was a huge success! Scroll to the end to save $480 + get a free adaptability test!

On October 4, Kangaroo Study successfully hosted the "Excel in Sec-1" Guide Seminar to Master Sec-1 Math. The seminar attracted over 800 parents and students in Singapore; the Convention Centre was almost filled and the atmosphere was extremely lively!

The Convention Centre hall was filled up!

Positive feedback from parents poured in after the seminar ended!

1 Seminar Overview

The seminar was designed for students and parents of students who had just completed the PSLE, aimed at supporting students smoothly transition from Primary to Secondary school.

The seminar was led by Tr. Wenlong and Tr. Jeremiah, Kangaroo Study's Secondary Department Heads. Both teachers have extensive experience in teaching mathematics and bring unique educational philosophies. They not only have a deep understanding of Singapore's education system and students' common learning challenges, but also place strong emphasis on heuristic guidance: encouraging students to think independently, develop logical reasoning, and gradually discover problem-solving methods that suit them.

The 5 key concerns of Primary 6 parents were covered, including:

- Characteristics of Secondary School Mathematics

- Common Challenges Students May Face in Secondary Math

- Essential Methods for Excelling in Secondary Math

- Introduction to the Most Important Secondary Math Competition — SMO

- How to Excel in Math Competitions in Secondary School

Let's take a look at what went down during the seminar!

2 Seminar Recap

The seminar was held at the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Convention Centre. By 1 PM, many parents had already arrived with their children. The registration area was bustling with people, and both parents and students were filled with anticipation and excitement.

Our teachers guiding families into the hall

At 2 PM, the seminar officially began.

Tr. Jeremiah first gave an in-depth analysis of the challenges students face when transitioning from primary to secondary school mathematics, highlighting the key differences between the two levels. He emphasized the importance of developing study methods suitable for secondary school, and also explained in detail the design of Kangaroo Study’s P6-to-Sec 1 End-of-Year course and the Sec 1 Semester 1 course; these courses can help students make the most of their holidays by previewing secondary-level content.

Many parents were taking out their phones to take photos, videos and even notes so as to not miss out on any information!

Next, Tr. Wenlong introduced the most important mathematics competition at the secondary level—the Singapore Mathematical Olympiad (SMO). He deep-dived into the high difficulty level, highlighting how it helps students build higher-order mathematical thinking. He also pointed out how planning early and accumulating experience steadily can support students in consistent progress step by step.

Tr. Wenlong then shared the outstanding achievements of our students in the 2025 SMO: 51 students advanced to Round 2 (43% of national qualifiers); 15 Ranked in Top 30 and 5 Ranked in Top 10; 17 students successfully joined the Junior Training Team. In addition, our students have also excelled in school examinations with over 80% scored an A1 in WA1 & WA2!

After the hour and half, the seminar concluded with warm applause. Many parents stayed behind to speak with our teachers, sharing their questions and reflections.

The session not only addressed key concerns about the Primary 6 to Secondary 1 transition, but also gave students greater confidence for their journey ahead. They expressed: “The seminar was very practical, clear, and insightful; It has given us more confidence to face the challenges of Secondary school.”

3 Seminar Review

The transition from primary to secondary school is a major challenge for both children and families. A faster learning pace and higher expectations in math can often bring confusion and anxiety.

This seminar not only provided students withstructured methods for learning secondary school math, helping them adapt more quickly and build confidence, but also offered parents practical strategies for supporting their children, so they know how to walk alongside them during this transition.

Thank you to every parent for your trust and support! Kangaroo Study will continue to accompany you and your children on the journey of secondary school mathematics. We look forward to seeing you again at our next seminar!

4 Special Offer: $480 Off the P6-to-Sec 1 End-of-Year Holiday Course

As mentioned in the seminar, Kangaroo Study is offering an End-of-Year Programme to help students make full use of their holidays. The course will be led by Tr. Wenlong and Tr. Jeremiah, focusing on key foundational topics that students tend to struggle with when they reach Secondary 1 due to a lack of prior exposure.

Special Promotion: Sign up now and enjoy a total of $480 discount on the course fee! Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Below is the outline of our holiday course and the Semester 1 outline for early next year.

For the End-of-Year course, our programme is offered in separate periods. The content is the same across all periods, so students only need to register for one. Refer to the schedule below:

Please reach out via WhatsApp or WeChat to for registration and enquiries:

New students need to take an entrance test first:

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

Click here to find out more about our Entrance Test.

5 FREE P6-Sec1 Secondary Math Adaptability Test

Additionally, Kangaroo Study will also be hosting a free P6-Sec1 Secondary Math Adaptability test for students to assess their readiness for Secondary math content and potential for MO.

A personalised, comprehensive report will be given for all students, analysing their strengths and weaknesses in detail. Results for this Adaptability Test can be used to sign up for Kangaroo Study's lessons; students who wish to sign up for Kangaroo Study's Olympiad courses will also have to take the test and meet the required score.

Exam Date: October 5, 2025

Option 1: 3:00–4:30 PM

Option 2: 3:00–4:30 PM + 5:00–6:00 PM

Exam Venue: #02-12, Grantral Mall, 601 MacPherson Road, 368242

Suitable for: Students entering Secondary 1 in 2026

Exam Fee: Free!

Click here to register for the P6-S1 Secondary Math Adaptability test.

Click here to find out more about the P6-S1 Secondary Math Adaptability test.