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If your child did reasonably well in PSLE Chinese but suddenly starts struggling in Secondary 1 or 2, you are not alone. Many Singaporean parents are surprised to see their child’s confidence drop, compositions lose marks, and oral performance become less fluent — even if they had a strong foundation in primary school.

If your teen used to do well in Chinese during primary school but is now struggling in secondary school, you're not alone.

Is your child scoring well in English but struggling in Chinese? You’re not alone — this is one of the most common challenges faced by primary school students preparing for PSLE Chinese in Singapore.

In Singapore, many parents hope to raise bilingual children who can communicate confidently in both English and Chinese. But for many families, English tends to dominate at home—especially when parents themselves are more fluent in English. As a result, Chinese often becomes a “school subject” rather than a natural part of daily life.

The PSLE Chinese Oral exam accounts for 25% of your child’s overall Chinese grade — yet it’s often the most overlooked component. Many students feel nervous or “blank out” during the oral, especially if they rarely speak Chinese at home.

Preparing for PSLE Chinese can feel overwhelming — especially for families where English is the main language spoken at home. If your child thinks Chinese is “too difficult”, you’re not alone. But with the right strategy and consistent support, every child can improve — and even come to enjoy learning Chinese.