At Stepping Stones Learning Centre, we understand how important the PSLE Preparation journey is for every family. With recent changes to the English Paper 2 visual text component, many parents are seeking guidance. The format is no longer the same, and being informed about these updates will help your child stay confident and prepared.
In this blog, we break down the new format, the skills being tested, the challenges students face, and practical strategies parents can use at home. We’ll also share how Stepping Stones supports students in building the right skills to tackle the new demands effectively.
The revised format has introduced a few significant changes:
At Stepping Stones, we incorporate these new requirements into our Primary English Tuition lessons, ensuring our students are familiar with analysing both visual and written materials together. We provide carefully designed worksheets and classroom activities that mirror the updated exam style, helping students to transition smoothly.
The Ministry of Education designed this change to strengthen students’ literacy and reasoning skills. The visual text section assesses:
Our teachers at Stepping Stones train students to build these skills systematically, helping them gain confidence before they sit for the exam. We also integrate these skills into reading and comprehension practice across our enrichment programmes, reinforcing them consistently.
Some common hurdles we notice in students include:
We address these issues during our classes by modelling step-by-step thinking and providing ample practice opportunities. Our PSLE Tuition programme is designed to directly tackle these weak points, equipping students with exam strategies and building their accuracy.
Parents play a key role in supporting their child’s progress. Here are some strategies to try at home:
At Stepping Stones, we provide structured resources and guided practice so students can apply these strategies confidently. Our teachers also share practical advice with parents to create a consistent learning environment at home and in class.
Our lessons emphasise these good habits so that they become second nature for your child. By the time they sit for the PSLE, they are not only familiar with the question format but also confident in applying exam strategies.
The updated format goes beyond memorisation, encouraging critical thinking and application. To prepare effectively:
At Stepping Stones, we integrate these elements into our curriculum, helping students not only prepare for the PSLE but also develop lifelong reading and reasoning skills that benefit them beyond the exam.
The new PSLE visual text format may seem challenging, but with the right preparation and guidance, your child can approach it with confidence. At Stepping Stones, we are committed to equipping students with the skills they need not just for exams but for future success.
Contact us today to learn more about our English and PSLE programmes and how we can support your child’s journey.
It is a section where students analyse visual texts such as posters or advertisements, combined with written texts, and answer MCQs to test comprehension and reasoning.
Students now engage with two texts: one visual and one written, followed by approximately eight multiple-choice questions, totalling eight marks.
These questions require linking information between the texts. At Stepping Stones, we train students to compare purpose, audience, and tone so they can identify connections or contrasts effectively.
Parents can expose children to varied materials like ads, infographics, and brochures, then discuss the message, audience, and how visuals and words work together. Our teachers also share resources and tips with parents to extend learning beyond the classroom.
Yes. Updated practice papers are available from schools, bookstores, and enrichment centres. At Stepping Stones, we provide our students with customised practice sets tailored to the new format, along with detailed feedback to improve performance.
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