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Does Gaming Really Ruin Your Child’s Grades? The Truth About Gaming and Academic Success
Is Gaming the Real Problem? Video games such as Minecraft , Roblox , and Fortnite have often been blamed for falling grades and lack of...

Hess Academy
Aug 53 min read


Do We Really Need Tests? How Assessment Fuels Learning, Not Harm
In Singapore, testing is often seen as high-stakes — from class tests to national exams like the PSLE, O-Levels and A-Levels. But it’s time we rethink how we view assessments, not as a source of fear, but as a tool for clarity and growth.

Hess Academy
Jul 43 min read


Is the Integrated Programme (IP) in Singapore Right for Your Child?
In Singapore’s high-stakes education landscape, few milestones loom as large as the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE). For many families, it is more than just an academic checkpoint—it’s a launchpad to elite institutions, and the Integrated Programme (IP) is often perceived as the crown jewel of secondary education.

Hess Academy
Jun 304 min read
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