Life as a Junior College student is never easy due to its heavy workload. Being a playful student didn’t help either. I struggled a lot during my first year in JC and it got to a point where I got an S grade for H2 Mathematics. That’s when I knew things had to change. Indeed, joining The Annexe Project helped with that.
Alvin’s Mathematics classes accommodate a small group of students per class, unlike usual classroom settings. I found that learning in a smaller class is exceptionally better as I was able to ask questions and seek clarifications from Alvin whenever a doubt arose. Because my classmates and I were so comfortable with each other, we would participate actively in class and even challenge each other to solve more math problems.
In addition, Alvin’s weekly Astro programme pushed me a step further as we attempted Math papers at our own time and Alvin guided us through the answers in class. This was extremely useful as it instilled the practice of completing Math papers under examination conditions. Soon, I got used to the three-hour-long Math papers and it gave me the confidence to tackle my school examinations. True enough, I was overjoyed to see my grades change from Ds, to C’s. Over the course of the year, I even saw Bs and As.
Nearing the A-Levels, The Annexe Project became my second home. I would visit Annexe every day to study as it has a very conducive environment. As my tutors would also be in the centre, they were more than happy to offer assistance anytime I had to clarify the doubts I had while studying. Studying at Annexe wasn’t only effective, but memorable as well. My friends and I would study until late, laughing over our meals during breaks and helping each other with difficult problem sums.
The unwavering support from my tutors motivated me to outdo myself, and I did. Alvin’s unique and engaging method of teaching us let me enjoy Math in a way I never thought was possible. Without Alvin’s tutelage, I would not have gotten an A for H2 Math that I worked so hard for! Annexe taught me how to master Math and even gave me new friends and memories that I will remember dearly for the rest of my life. Thank you Alvin and The Annexe Project for giving me a second home to learn and grow.