For subscribers

Taking leave to help your child study for year-end exams? Support them in these ways instead

Sign up now: Get tips on how to help your child succeed

Profile of health and wellness coach Dr Jade Kua, 45, and three of her children (from left) Mark Xavier Teo, 13, Marcel Ian Teo, eight, and Marion Isabelle Teo, 12, at home on Aug 29, 2024.

Dr Jade Kua encourages her kids - (from left) Mark Xavier Teo, Marcel Ian Teo and Marion Isabelle Teo – to continue with their sports endeavours and listen to music during exam season.

ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM

Follow topic:

SINGAPORE – As the final countdown to the Primary School Leaving Examination begins – the written papers are from Sept 26 to Oct 2 – you may be planning to take leave from work.

You want to be a supportive parent, but your presence at home during the exam crunch can add to your kid’s stress levels.

See more on