From Malay Mail · · 1m 30s
Singapore Parents Want Less Academic Pressure Despite Tuition Costs
Singapore parents see tuition as necessary for school success but want less academic pressure.
In brief
Singapore parents see tuition as necessary for school success but want less academic pressure. 75% of Singaporean parents believe extra tuition is needed for their children's academic success, but 77% would reduce pressure if secondary school placement was guaranteed through a PSLE optional system. Originally reported…
Survey Finds
A survey released yesterday shows 75% of Singaporean parents believe tuition outside primary school is necessary for their children to do well.
Tuition Spending
Families spent a median of S$600 (RM1,901) per child monthly on extra classes, according to the survey.
Parental Concerns
72% of parents want less academic pressure but fear losing advantage in the Primary School Leaving Examination.
PSLE Optional System
77% of parents would reduce academic pressure if secondary school placement was guaranteed through a PSLE optional system.
Education System Confidence
Most respondents praised Singapore's education system but noted stress and tuition costs as key concerns.
Survey Methodology
The survey polled 4,007 Singapore citizens and permanent residents between January and February 2026.
Income-Based Spending
Households earning S$5,000 or less spent S$300 monthly per child, while higher earners spent S$600 to S$1,000.
Through-Train System
80% of respondents believe a 'Through-Train' system would make learning more enjoyable and reduce examination pressure.
Class Size Issues
66% of parents feel classes are too large for teachers to give sufficient attention to each child.
Here's the gist
75% of Singaporean parents believe extra tuition is needed for their children's academic success, but 77% would reduce pressure if secondary school placement was guaranteed through a PSLE optional system.
