SINGAPORE – Mum of three boys Lisa Huang was dismayed when she heard that there would be no mid-year examinations for all students from this year, especially since her middle son will soon be sitting the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE).
“Primary 6 is a crucial year. The kids need more practice in an exam setting instead of taking away the mid-year exam,” said Ms Huang, 39, who runs her own business.
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