The MOE syllabus outlines two key components of the Chinese PSLE Oral Examination: the Picture Discussion and the Conversation.
Picture Discussion: Students are expected to describe and discuss a given picture, providing thoughtful responses to related questions. The ability to articulate clearly and logically is emphasized in the programme, with targeted exercises designed to help students describe scenes, identify key details, and form coherent opinions.
Conversation: Students must answer a series of questions based on topics such as their daily life, personal experiences, and their perspectives on specific issues. The programme prepares students to speak fluently on a wide range of topics, with an emphasis on appropriate expressions, cultural relevance, and fluency.
Benefit: Hua Cheng’s PSLE Oral Programme ensures students are well-prepared for both the Picture Discussion and the Conversation segments, helping them understand the structure of the exam and build the necessary skills to excel.

According to the MOE Chinese Language Curriculum guidelines, students should develop an adequate vocabulary to express themselves effectively. Hua Cheng’s programme integrates a comprehensive vocabulary-building approach, focused on key themes that are frequently featured in the PSLE oral exam, such as family, school life, hobbies, and current events.
Benefit: Students expand their vocabulary with relevant words and phrases, improving their ability to communicate their thoughts clearly and confidently in the oral exam.

Proper pronunciation and intonation are critical components of the MOE syllabus for the PSLE Chinese Oral Examination. The programme focuses on these fundamental speaking skills, using a variety of interactive drills, games, and listening exercises to correct common pronunciation errors.
Benefit: Students improve their fluency and clarity, ensuring that they speak with proper tones and accurate pronunciation, as required by the MOE Chinese syllabus.

The MOE syllabus emphasizes the importance of grammar and sentence structure when students communicate. The programme teaches students how to form grammatically correct sentences and express themselves in a logical, structured manner.
Benefit: Students learn how to organize their responses logically, use varied sentence structures, and avoid simple or repetitive answers, which will impress the examiner during the PSLE Chinese Oral Examination.

In alignment with the MOE’s focus on higher-order thinking skills, our PSLE Oral Programme encourages students to go beyond simple answers and elaborate on their responses. This is especially important for the conversation segment, where students are expected to express opinions and provide reasons for their views.
Benefit: Students are trained to think critically, expand on their answers with relevant examples, and showcase their ability to reason clearly in Chinese.

A key aspect of the MOE syllabus is the need for students to be confident and at ease when using Chinese language. Hua Cheng’s programme incorporates interactive and engaging teaching methods, which include role-playing, mock exams, and peer discussions, to make the learning experience enjoyable and stress-free.
Benefit: The supportive environment helps reduce exam anxiety, allowing students to gain confidence in speaking Chinese in a formal setting and perform well during the oral examination.

To ensure students continuously improve, Hua Cheng’s programme provides regular feedback on each student’s performance. Teachers assess various aspects such as pronunciation, fluency, sentence structure, and overall expression. Students receive targeted guidance to address their individual weaknesses.
Benefit: With consistent, actionable feedback, students are able to track their progress and make improvements where necessary, ensuring they are well-prepared for the PSLE Chinese Oral Examination.

The programme features mock oral exams that simulate the real PSLE Oral Examination, providing students with a taste of the actual exam format. This helps familiarize them with the time constraints, types of questions asked, and the overall exam structure, which is in line with the MOE’s emphasis on creating realistic assessments to prepare students effectively.
Benefit: Students feel more prepared and less anxious on exam day, as they have already experienced a practice session that mirrors the real test conditions.

Aligned with the MOE’s emphasis on home-school collaboration, Hua Cheng actively involves parents by providing regular updates on their child’s progress in the PSLE Chinese Oral Programme. Parents are encouraged to support their child’s practice at home, reinforcing what they have learned in class.
Benefit: Parents can provide additional encouragement and help their child practice speaking in real-life situations, strengthening the student’s learning experience and overall performance.