Secondary 1 IP English Headstart Workshops
Post-PSLE English Workshops To Prepare Your Child For the Secondary English Syllabus in 2025
The transition into Secondary 1 IP English marks a crucial academic milestone — one that demands sharper analytical thinking, stronger writing techniques, and greater confidence in interpreting complex texts.
At Hess Academy, our Secondary 1 IP English Headstart Workshops are purposefully designed to bridge this gap. Each session nurtures higher-order language skills through guided practice, model answers, and exposure to IP-style questions — empowering students to approach Secondary English with insight, precision, and assurance.
Secondary 1 IP English Headstart Workshops
A strategic bridge from Primary to IP — where strong foundations meet higher-order English mastery.
Day 1:
Composition: Personal Recount + Unseen Poetry
In this Headstart workshop, students will be introduced to the "Personal Recount" writing style, which focuses on narrating personal experiences in an engaging way. We will guide your child through the key marking requirements and scoring criteria, guiding your child to craft and structure his/her essays effectively.
Students will also acquire a clear answering framework to systematically organize their thoughts and enhance their writing. Model answers will be provided for reference, to help students know what is required in an 'exam-grade' composition.
Available Dates:
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02 December 2025 (Upper Thomson)
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09 December 2025 (Beauty World)
Time: 10am to 2.30pm
(Lunch Break from 1130am to 12pm)
Day 2:
Comprehension + Summary Writing
+ Unseen Prode
Comprehension at Secondary level is split into Narrative and Non-narrative Comprehension texts. In this workshop, we will introduce your child to the differences between these text types and how to approach them. Students will be exposed to various question types for both texts, and learn the corresponding answering techniques and strategies tailored to each question type.
We will also take your child through "Summary Writing," a brand-new question format. Model answers will be provided for ease of revision beyond class.
Available Dates:
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03 December 2025 (Upper Thomson)
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10 December 2025 (Beauty World)
Time: 10am to 2.30pm
(Lunch Break from 1130am to 12pm)
Prepare Ahead To The Secondary English Syllabus To Excel From Year 1
Success in Secondary 1 demands more than strong PSLE results — it requires adaptability, analytical thinking, and a deeper command of English.
At Hess Academy, our Headstart Workshops are thoughtfully designed to strengthen foundational skills while introducing the demands of the Secondary English syllabus. Through guided examples and progressively challenging exercises, students gain clarity, confidence, and an early understanding of the expectations ahead.
Each session equips your child with essential techniques for comprehension and composition — skills that not only support a smooth transition into Secondary 1 but continue to serve them in the upper levels. Parents will also receive comprehensive model answers, annotated notes, and ongoing support beyond the workshop to reinforce learning at home.
Suitable for The O level and IP Tracks
#1 Deep Dive Into The Secondary English Syllabus: Comprehension and Composition Writing
Discover the new question types associated with Comprehension and Composition Writing at Secondary 1. Understand the marking requirements, scoring criteria and what is expected in a Model Answer.
#2 Acquire Skills and Techniques To Tackle Questions Head On
There are a whole new set of skills and techniques required at Secondary 1.
Comprehension Questions are more complex in nature and answers are often not directly available in the texts. Composition writing requires a clear structure to meet marking requirements.
These are skills that your child will acquire in these workshops, to embark on 2025 with confidence!
#3 Gain a Competitive Advantage To Excel From Year 1
Building a strong foundation empowers a smoother journey over the next 4 years in Secondary School.
Skip the stress of coping with more subjects, and get ahead right from the start.
The skills and techniques acquired will help your child understand school lessons and tackle the coursework with confidence and ease.
Extensive In-House Materials for Reference & Revision Beyond Class
Receive Condensed Notes (with accompanying answering techniques), Model Compositions and Model Comprehension Answers for ease of revision after class. All materials are crafted in-house by our experienced team of MOE Teachers, and will remain relevant as your child progresses through their Secondary school years.
