Primary 5 is the last full year to fix comprehension and writing habits before PSLE pressure begins. Our English centre works through all four PSLE papers, with compositions marked individually and returned for a rewrite rather than a grade. Trusted by over 40,000 parents in Singapore since 2012.
Covers all four papers: writing, language use and comprehension, listening and oral
Oral now carries 20% of the PSLE English grade, up from 15%, and gets dedicated class time
Ability-based placement, so your child is taught at their actual level.
Our P5 English programme is structured around the official PSLE English examination format.
Students plan, draft and refine both continuous and situational writing. Situational writing covers letters, reports, articles, and emails written for a stated audience and purpose. Marks can be lost in content as well as language, since students must now contribute a piece of key information of their own instead of finding everything in the stimulus. Language can be tricky too, so situational writing is taught as its own method.
Paper 2 covers the widest range of skills. Grammar cloze, vocabulary MCQ, synthesis and transformation, visual text and open-ended comprehension are each taught with a clear approach to the question type, rather than practised as loose revision.
Listening comprehension rewards regular practice. Each text is read twice, so students are trained to read the questions first, listen for the specific detail asked, and mark confidently rather than second-guessing on the second reading.
Oral is now worth 20% of the English grade, up from 15%, after the component rose from 30 marks to 40. It splits into Reading Aloud and Stimulus-Based Conversation, and both are practised in class across a range of themes throughout the year.
Composition is marked in two parts, content and language. For content, students learn to develop and elaborate their ideas using the narrative structure we teach, planning what happens, in what order, and what the character feels at each turn. For language, they learn to use literary devices, replace “said” with more precise speech verbs, and choose specific vocabulary that suits the topic.
Every composition is marked individually by the teacher and returned with personalised feedback, so your child knows which areas need more development and how to improve them in the rewrite. We have observed that a mark alone rarely changes how a student writes next; seeing exactly where marks were lost, then rewriting, does.
From Primary 5, students write under timed conditions. Planning quickly, then writing without running out of time, is a separate skill from writing well, and it is better learnt now than during the P6 year.
Vocabulary is taught by theme rather than as word lists, covering stronger verbs, precise adjectives and idiomatic expressions a P5 student can realistically use.
Each week's theme is applied directly in that week's composition so students don’t just recognise a word but understand the right context to apply it. Students also learn show-not-tell phrases, which reveal a character’s feelings through actions and reactions instead of naming the emotion. A student working on a theme of fear may replace “He was scared” with “His knees trembled and his heart pounded against his chest.”
With many options available, if you are unsure of what to look out for in a primary English programme, here is what sets us apart as the preferred English centre for thousands of parents in Singapore.
The 2025 format change made oral worth a fifth of the English grade. Reading Aloud and Stimulus-Based Conversation both get live practice with feedback, not a revision session near the exam.
Skills are taught, then applied to real PSLE-format questions in the same lesson, so children learn the method and where it is examined together.
Children are placed by current ability. A child strong in comprehension but weak in composition is taught at the level each skill actually needs.
Parent-teacher meetings (PTMs) are arranged so you understand your child’s strengths and the areas in comprehension, composition and oral that need more development. That gives you a clear picture of how Primary 4 is going before the school report card arrives. Between meetings, you can always ask our Education Advisers to arrange a conversation with your child’s teacher.
At My English School, we know that the right teacher makes all the difference. Here’s what you can expect from ours:
Our Primary 5 English teachers are certified, native-level English speakers selected through a stringent recruitment process that prioritises formal qualifications and relevant teaching experience.
Teachers undergo quarterly in-service training to stay current with MOE syllabus updates and PSLE format changes, with regular checks to keep delivery consistent across all 15 centres.
Primary 5 is the year that separates children who are coping from those who are truly ready for PSLE. Structured English enrichment classes at this stage gives your child a vital academic edge.
P5 covers the same four papers as PSLE, so children arrive at Primary 6 syllabus already familiar with the format and working on marks rather than mechanics.
Upper primary passages demand inference, evaluation and answers justified in a child's own words. This is also where critical thinking is built, by reasoning from evidence in a text rather than practising it separately.
P5 is the last year with room to correct a rushed planning habit or a weak paragraph structure. The same fixes attempted mid-P6 compete with revision for time.
The comprehension and writing skills built at P5 carry directly into Secondary 1, where texts get longer and less is explained.
Classes are kept deliberately small, so individual composition marking and live oral feedback fit inside a normal lesson.
Terms follow the school calendar, so revision aligns with your child's own school assessments.
Our fees are quoted per term and there are no hidden charges layered on afterwards: the amount quoted at enrolment is what the term costs, and any materials fee is stated upfront rather than added later.
Find Primary 5 English classes at any of our centres across Singapore. With locations spread across the island, there is always a My English School near you.
Find a Primary 5 English class at any of our centres conveniently located across Singapore.
Bukit Timah/Bukit V
Choa Chu Kang
Clementi
Downtown East
Jurong East
Jurong West
Khatib/Wisteria
Novena
Parkway Parade
Potong Pasir
Punggol
Simei/Eastpoint
Tampines
Tengah
Tiong Bahru
Woodlands
Yishun/Northpoint
Classes run across weekday and weekend slots so lessons fit around school and existing commitments.
Fill in the form below and our education advisers will get back to you to discuss your child's current level and recommend a class.
Placement discussion: we go through where your child currently stands across writing, comprehension and oral
Skill gap review: an adviser identifies the specific gaps worth closing before P6
Class recommendation: you receive a recommended class and starting point based on your child's actual level
Our programmes connect end to end. Before Primary 1, the Reading Programme runs through My Reading Readiness Class, My English Foundation Class and My Primary Preparation Class. Primary 1, Primary 2, Primary 3 and Primary 4 each have a dedicated class, and after Primary 5, children move into our PSLE Preparation Class for the exam year.
Fees at My English School are quoted per term and vary by class structure. Contact any of our 15 centres for the exact figure for your child's placement.
Ask your child to plan before writing: what happens, in what order, and what the character feels. Then have them rewrite one marked composition, improving the details by adding adjectives or adverbs. These corrections strengthen the writing itself by having students reflect on and recognise missed opportunities to include certain words or phrases. Reworking a marked piece this way is what changes a student’s awareness of their writing, which impacts the next composition.
Most Primary 5 continuous writing pieces run around 150 to 250 words. Length matters far less than structure and marks are lost more often to thin plot development than to word count.
Oral Communication rose from 30 marks to 40, lifting it from 15% to 20% of the overall English grade. It comprises Reading Aloud and Stimulus-Based Conversation, both examined as Paper 4.
Learn words by theme and use them immediately in writing. At My English School, each week's vocabulary theme is applied in that week's composition, which is what moves a word from recognised to usable under exam conditions.
Encourage your child to read regularly: newspapers, novels and even well-written online articles all help. Discuss what they have read to build their ability to talk about ideas. Consistent reading at home complements what our Primary 5 English teachers cover in class and accelerates vocabulary growth.
Our P5 English classes are ability-based rather than age-based, meaning students are placed in classes that match their current level. This ensures that no child is left behind or held back. Teachers also provide targeted feedback during each session to address individual learning gaps.
Our Primary 5 English teachers are recruited based on their academic qualifications, teaching experience and subject expertise. Many have MOE teaching backgrounds or specialist certifications in literacy and English education. All teachers receive ongoing training to stay aligned with the latest PSLE requirements.
Our programme is built directly around the PSLE English examination format. Students receive structured practice in all four components with a strong focus on exam strategies, time management and consistent written feedback.
We keep class sizes intentionally small to ensure every student receives the attention they need. This allows our primary 5 English teachers to monitor individual progress closely and adjust their teaching approach where necessary.
School lessons are designed for the whole class, while our P5 English classes are tailored to each student's ability level. Our teachers can slow down, revisit or extend concepts based on how each group is progressing, giving your child a more focused and responsive learning experience.
Our programme covers all four PSLE English papers, from composition and situational writing in Paper 1, language use and comprehension in Paper 2, and Oral Communication and Listening Comprehension in Papers 3 and 4.
Classes are typically held once a week, with each session running for 1.5 hours. Additional practice materials and homework are provided to reinforce learning between sessions. Schedules vary across our 15 centres to suit different family routines.
Not at all. In fact, Primary 5 is exactly the right time to begin. Starting structured English tuition in P5 gives your child a full year to address gaps, build exam skills, and develop the confidence they need before they progress to P6 English classes. The earlier the foundation is strengthened, the better the outcome.
Bukit Timah/Bukit V
Choa Chu Kang
Clementi
Downtown East
Jurong East
Jurong West
Khatib/Wisteria
Novena
Parkway Parade
Potong Pasir
Punggol
Simei/Eastpoint
Tampines
Tengah
Tiong Bahru
Woodlands
Yishun/Northpoint
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