Singapore Secondary 1 English Language G3

This section details the curriculum for Secondary 1 English Language G3 in Singapore, following the removal of streaming in 2024. Under the Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB) system, students are placed in G1, G2, or G3 for each subject, roughly corresponding to the previous Normal (Technical), Normal (Academic), and Express streams, respectively. G3 represents the most demanding level. Students can take different subjects at different levels.

Curriculum Overview

The Secondary 1 English curriculum aims to build upon the foundation established in primary school, consolidating and applying language skills, learner strategies, and knowledge. It emphasizes mastery of the language and introduces current affairs to develop a global perspective. Key skills and areas of focus include:

• Reading Comprehension: Developing reading and viewing skills, strategies, and text type-specific comprehension.
• Continuous Writing: Various essay types are assessed, including personal recounts, descriptive essays, expositions, reflective essays, and hybrid genres.
• Editing: Refining grammar and vocabulary skills for complex language functions.
• Literary Devices: Understanding and applying literary devices such as irony.
• Summary Writing: Condensing information from various texts.
• Oral Communication: Developing effective speaking and listening skills.

Changes under Full SBB

With the removal of streaming, all Secondary 1 students take English Language, but at different levels (G1, G2, or G3). This allows for greater flexibility and personalized learning. Students can move between levels in subsequent years based on their performance.

Assessment

Assessment in Secondary 1 English G3 covers the skills mentioned above and may include various formats such as essays, comprehension exercises, oral presentations, and listening tasks. The specific assessment topics and format may vary by school.

Learning Resources

Various resources are available to support students in Secondary 1 English G3, including textbooks, online platforms, and tuition services. Past-year exam papers and model compositions can also be helpful for practice.