Yes, in fact we pride ourselves on not only creating able language students but also confident students willing to use the language they have learned. All of our programmes from Enrichment to Speech and Drama are concerned with helping students develop their confidence in using new language skills.

Our teachers will assess your child to help determine the appropriate course level they should be in. Language proficiency is only one part of deciding which level they should study. Social development also plays a key role in this decision. It can be very detrimental to a child's learning capacity and self esteem if they a placed in a class for which they are not suited.

There are number of factors that could lead to your childs attitude. The best thing to do in this situation is to talk to the teacher and try to determine the underlying cause. It may be something in the classroom or at home. The reasons can range from a lack of self-esteem to a minor argument with a classmate.

We are fortunate to employ staff members who speak a number of languages. Many of these staff members can act as a translator between you and the teacher. Do not be concerned about telling a teacher that you don't understand them and seeking the help of someone to translate.

There is basement parking available at Katong Junction.

As the Hess Education Centre is located at Katong Junction on Joo Chiat Road there are a number of public access points. The nearest bus stops are KATONG MALL and JOO CHIAT ROAD. The nearest MRT station is Dakota MRT Station. Take bus number 16 to Joo Chiat Road from Dakota or Somerset MRT Stations. Alternatively take bus number 10 from Dakota to East Coast outside Roxy Mall and turn left to get onto Joo Chiat road. From Paya Lebar MRT Station take bus number 2, 7, 13, 21, 24, 26, 30, 33, 51, 67, 152, 154 or 155.

While you are welcome to wait at the school while your child is in class, the Joo Chiat road area offers a number of activities. Relax at a Spa, enjoy a meal at the many restaurants, treat yourself at a salon, or just have fun shopping.

There are a number of educational websites on the Internet. Positive Parenting and Kid Source both offer a variety of articles on general education issues and parenting concerns.
http://www.positiveparenting.com/
http://www.kidsource.com/

There are a number of informative educational and parenting magazines on the Singaporean market. Young Parents, Motherhood, Todays parents, Singapore Child, Mangosteen and Young Families are all available in Singapore and contain useful articles on a range of educational and parenting topics.

Our Holiday programmes are theme-based programmes that take place during the regular term breaks. Our Winter Wonderland programme, St Patricks Day Spring Fever programme, Summer Fun and Fall Fiesta provide students with an opportunity to continue practicing and learning English during the school break. These holiday programmes have been designed to be fun and interactive while still teaching the students about the holiday theme.