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SELECTIVE FOUNDATION TESTING COURSE
YEAR 5 (2024)

Mr Paul's name is synonymous with Selective High School success. His teaching techniques are geared towards teaching students the most effective and efficient ways to answer selective placement test questions.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

​Term 1 of Year 5 Selective Testing is called the Selective Foundation Course.

The Selective Foundation Course is designed to acquaint students with various question types found in the Selective Placement Test.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT TEST QUESTIONS

Each week, Mr. Paul will lead students through the intricacies of these questions, enabling them to discern the question's true intent, approach it effectively, and employ the best strategy for solving it.

GUIDED LEARNING

The questions cover a spectrum from Mathematical Reasoning to Thinking Skills and Reading. Mr. Paul meticulously composes each week's worksheet, providing comprehensive strategies and sample questions to guide the students. Subsequently, students will be empowered to independently tackle questions, applying their knowledge and pinpointing areas where improvement is needed.

 

This guided course is specifically crafted to serve as an introduction to the Selective Placement Test.

 

Upon completion of this course, students will:

BENEFITS OF TAKING THIS COURSE

By participating in our intensive Selective Foundation Course, students will:​​

  • Familiarise themselves with exam-style questions: Gain valuable exposure to questions similar in style and complexity to those found in the actual Selective Placement Test. This familiarity will enable students to approach the exam confidently and with ease.​

​​

  • Build confidence and overcome exam nerves: Our experienced instructors provide a supportive learning environment that helps students overcome exam anxiety. By gaining confidence through repeated practice and receiving constructive feedback, students will be better equipped to tackle the Selective Placement Test with composure and self-assurance.

​​

  • Acquire essential exam tips and strategies: Learn valuable techniques and strategies from our expert teacher (Mr Paul Kim). These insights will equip students with effective approaches to solve complex problems and maximize their performance in the Selective Placement Test.

  

Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to prepare for the Selective Placement Test.

 

Enrol now and give your child the advantage they need to excel in this important academic milestone.

Mode of delivery

Face to Face, in-person in Liverpool

Online Zoom

How does the course work?

  1. Mr. Paul commences each week with an insightful introduction to the upcoming topics. Examples of these topics encompass Algebraic expressions in problem-solving and logical reasoning, among others.

  2. He explains each topic, providing a comprehensive understanding, and leads the students through a systematic, step-by-step approach to solving questions relating to the topic.

  3. To reinforce learning, students are afforded the chance to independently tackle questions, applying their newly acquired knowledge in practical scenarios.

  4. Following this, Mr. Paul conducts a thorough consolidation session, elucidating the intricacies of each question and ensuring a comprehensive grasp of the material.

Is homework allocated for this course?

That there is no assigned homework for the Selective Foundation Course.

The Selective School Journey

Most students start the Selective School journey from Term 1 of Year 5. Here is a brief outline of the Selective Testing Course offered.

TERM 1 2024

Selective Foundation Course

  • Step-by-step introduction to Selective Testing topics each week.

  • Weekly worksheets provided with guided examples by Mr Paul.

  • Students have the opportunity to understand the question and strategies to solve them.

TERM 2 2024

Selective Testing Course

  • Weekly online mock test on dedicated site.

  • Students log in to the website and complete timed-tests during the week.

  • Tests will be reviewed each week, Mr Paul will go through all the questions with the class on Sunday.

  • Instant reporting.

  • Testing subjects include

    • Mathematical Reasoning,

    • Reading,

    • Thinking Skills, and

    • Writing.

  • Subjects will interchange between:

  • Mathematical Reasoning and Reading, with Thinking Skills and Writing each week

  • Writing will be marked weekly and corrections, suggestions, and feedback provided.

  • Students and parents have the ability to monitor progress online.

  • Parent-teacher meetings with Mr Paul.

  • Free Selective School choices consultation with Mr Paul.

YEAR 5 2024

TERM 1
2024

12 WEEKS

27 JAN - 16 APRIL

TERM 2
2024

11 WEEKS

27 APRIL - 9 JULY

TERM 3
2024

11 WEEKS

20 JULY - 1 OCT

OCTOBER SCHOOL HOLIDAY COURSE

5 DAY COURSE

7 OCT - 11 OCT

TERM 4
2024

11 WEEKS

12 OCT - 22 DEC

YEAR 6 2025

JANUARY HOLIDAY COURSE
2025

10 DAY COURSE

13 JAN - 17 JAN

20 JAN - 24 JAN

TERM 1
2025

12 WEEKS

27 JAN - 13 APR

APRIL HOLIDAY COURSE
2025

5 DAY COURSE

22 APR - 26 APR

TERM 2
2025

2 WEEKS

 

27 APR - 4 MAY

ACTUAL SELECTIVE PLACEMENT TEST
2025

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Year 5 Selective Foundation Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Term 1 of Year 5 Selective Testing is called the Selective Foundation Course.

 

The Selective Foundation Course is designed to acquaint students with various

question types found in the Selective Placement Test.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT TEST QUESTIONS

Each week, Mr. Paul will lead students through the intricacies of these questions,

enabling them to discern the question's true intent, approach it effectively, and

employ the best strategy for solving it.

GUIDED LEARNING

The questions cover a spectrum from Mathematical Reasoning to Thinking Skills and Reading. Mr. Paul meticulously composes each week's worksheet, providing comprehensive strategies and sample questions to guide the students. Subsequently, students will be empowered to independently tackle questions, applying their knowledge and pinpointing areas where improvement is needed.

It's important to note that there is no assigned homework for this Selective Foundation Course.

 

This guided course is specifically crafted to serve as an introduction to the Selective Placement Test.

 

Upon completion of this course, students will:

BENEFITS OF TAKING THIS COURSE

By participating in our intensive Selective Foundation Course, students will:

  • Familiarise themselves with exam-style questions: Gain valuable exposure to questions similar in style and complexity to those found in the actual Selective Placement Test. This familiarity will enable students to approach the exam confidently and with ease.​

​​

  • Build confidence and overcome exam nerves: Our experienced instructors provide a supportive learning environment that helps students overcome exam anxiety. By gaining confidence through repeated practice and receiving constructive feedback, students will be better equipped to tackle the Selective Placement Test with composure and self-assurance.

​​

  • Acquire essential exam tips and strategies: Learn valuable techniques and strategies from our expert teacher (Mr Paul Kim). These insights will equip students with effective approaches to solve complex problems and maximize their performance in the Selective Placement Test.

 

 

Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to prepare for the Selective Placement Test.

 

Enrol now and give your child the advantage they need to excel in this important academic milestone.

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FACE TO FACE

PHYSICAL CLASSES

SELECTIVE FOUNDATION COURSE

FEES & SCHEDULE

 

Term 1, 2024 (12-week term):

SATURDAY CLASS

Start date: Saturday, 27 October 2024

End date: Saturday, 13 April 2024

Lesson time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

TUESDAY CLASS

Start date: Tuesday, 30 January 2024

End date: Tuesday, 16 April 2024

Lesson time: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Fees (full-term tuition fee paid in advance)

Tuition fee: $65 per week

Duration: 12 weeks

Material fee: $0 per term

Total for Term 1: $780

*Discount for CORE students: $720 ($60 / week)

*Discount applies to CORE students who are enrolled for the full term.

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ONLINE

ZOOM CLASSES

SELECTIVE FOUNDATION COURSE

FEES & SCHEDULE

Term 1, 2024 (12-week term):

TUESDAY CLASS

Start date: Tuesday, 30 January 2024

End date: Tuesday, 16 April 2024

Lesson time: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Fees (full-term tuition fee paid in advance)

Tuition fee: $60 per week

Duration: 12 weeks

Material fee: $0 per term

Total for Term 1: $720

*Discount for CORE students: $660 ($55 / week)

 

*Discount applies to CORE students who are enrolled for the full term.

FURTHER DETAILS

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HOW TO ENROL

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An invoice will be emailed to you for payment.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

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Elayne Huynh

I can definitely say that Mr Paul is one of the best tutors for selective training. He gave me and my class the confidence to achieve our best results.

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Bhumika Dave

I have never seen anyone like Mr Paul. He is such a great teacher and I don't say this very often, but he is the best teacher I ever had.

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Sanah Garg

Mr Paul has effective methods to help me excel in any subject. He  will help any child prepare for any big tests in the future like OC and Selective.

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