As a parent, the release of the O-Level timetable for 2023 in Singapore brought about a mix of anxiety and relief. The dates of my child’s most critical academic milestone were now concrete, etched into the calendar. This is more than just picking a school bag or shoes!
This year, there’s an additional layer to navigate. For the first time, the Ministry of Education has included the dates for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) in the same timetable.
This update, announced on 13 June 2023, means that parents like me, with children sitting both the O-Levels and PSLE, now have a comprehensive overview of the examination periods. In this article, I’ll share all the necessary details about the O-Level timetable 2023 and its alignment with the PSLE. So fellow parents, grab your calendars, let’s start marking the dates and strategize our support for our children during these pivotal exams!
2023 PSLE Examination Calendar
The PSLE 2023 Examination Calendar includes various key dates that every parent should be aware of. Here’s a breakdown of the important dates:
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Registration (TBC): Mon, 3 Apr – Wed, 19 Apr 2023
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Oral Examination: Tue, 15 Aug – Wed, 16 Aug 2023
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Listening Comprehension: Fri, 15 Sep 2023
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Written Examination: Thu, 28 Sep – Wed, 4 Oct 2023
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Marking Exercise: Mon, 16 Oct – Wed, 18 Oct 2023
2023 PSLE Oral Examination Calendar
The PSLE 2023 Oral Examination is a crucial component of the assessment. Here are the dates and papers:
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Tue, 15 August
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English Language, Foundation English Language, Chinese Language, Malay Language, Tamil Language (0800 – 1330 h)
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Wed, 16 August
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English Language, Chinese Language, Malay Language, Tamil Language, Foundation Chinese Language, Foundation Malay Language, Foundation Tamil Language, Bengali Language, Gujarati Language, Hindi Language, Panjabi Language, Urdu Language, Foundation Bengali Language, Foundation Gujarati Language, Foundation Hindi Language, Foundation Panjabi Language, Foundation Urdu Language (0800 – 1330 h)
2023 PSLE Listening Comprehension Examination Calendar
The Listening Comprehension Examination is a critical component of PSLE 2023. Here are the dates and papers:
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Fri, 15 September
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Chinese Language, Malay Language, Tamil Language (0900 – 0935 h *)
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Foundation Chinese Language, Foundation Malay Language, Foundation Tamil Language (0900 – 0940 h *)
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Bengali Language, Gujarati Language, Hindi Language, Panjabi Language, Urdu Language, Foundation Bengali Language, Foundation Gujarati Language, Foundation Hindi Language, Foundation Panjabi Language, Foundation Urdu Language (0900 – 0930 h *)
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English Language, Foundation English Language (1115 – 1150 h *)
* Actual duration may differ slightly
2023 PSLE Written Examination Calendar
The PSLE 2023 Written Examination covers various subjects. Here are the dates and papers:
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Thu, 28 September
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English Language Paper 1, English Language Paper 2 (0815 – 0925 h, 1030 – 1220 h)
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Foundation English Language Paper 1, Foundation English Language Paper 2 (0815 – 0925 h, 1030 – 1150 h)
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Fri, 29 September
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Mathematics Paper 1, Mathematics Paper 2 (0815 – 0915 h, 1030 – 1200 h)
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Foundation Mathematics Paper 1, Foundation Mathematics Paper 2 (0815 – 0915 h, 1030 – 1130 h)
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Mon, 2 October
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Chinese Language Paper 1, Malay Language Paper 1, Tamil Language Paper 1, Bengali Language Paper 1, Gujarati Language Paper 1, Hindi Language Paper 1, Panjabi Language Paper 1, Urdu Language Paper 1 (0815 – 0905 h)
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Chinese Language Paper 2, Malay Language Paper 2, Tamil Language Paper 2, Bengali Language Paper 2, Gujarati Language Paper 2, Hindi Language Paper 2, Panjabi Language Paper 2, Urdu Language Paper 2 (1015 – 1155 h)
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Foundation Chinese Language Paper 1, Foundation Malay Language Paper 1, Foundation Tamil Language Paper 1 (0815 – 0855 h)
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Tue, 3 October
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Wed, 4 October
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Higher Chinese Language Paper 1, Higher Malay Language Paper 1, Higher Tamil Language Paper 1 (0815 – 0905 h)
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Higher Chinese Language Paper 2, Higher Malay Language Paper 2, Higher Tamil Language Paper 2 (1015 – 1135 h)
Other Important Dates
Apart from the examination dates, it’s crucial to keep track of other significant milestones related to PSLE 2023:
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Marking Exercise: Mon, 16 Oct – Wed, 18 Oct 2023
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Date of 2023 Result Release (TBD): Wed, 22 Nov – Fri, 24 Nov 2023 (TBD)
Understanding the 2023 Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level Examination Timetable
The 2023 Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level Examination timetable has been updated as of June 13, 2023. This examination schedule outlines the date, time, subject codes, paper numbers, subject names, mode of assessment, duration, and remarks for each paper. Below is a summary of the important examination dates and times:
May 29, 2023
- 08:00 – 10:00
- Chinese Written
- Malay Written
- Tamil Written
- 11:00 – 12:30
- Chinese Written
- Malay Written
- Tamil Written
May 30, 2023
- 08:00 – 08:50
- Chinese B Written
- Malay B Written
- Tamil B Written
- 10:00 – 11:00
- Chinese B Written
- Malay B Written
- Tamil B Written
July 4, 2023
- 14:30 – 15:30
- Chinese LC
- Malay B LC
- Tamil B LC
- 16:30 – 17:30
- Chinese B LC
- Malay LC
- Tamil LC
July 6-7, 2023
July 25 – August 3, 2023
August 21-22, 2023
August 25, 2023
- 14:30
- French Oral
- German Oral
- Japanese Oral
- Spanish Oral
This is just a summary of the examination timetable. The full timetable spans several pages and includes various subjects and assessments. Students and educators are encouraged to refer to the official timetable for detailed information about specific exams and to prepare accordingly.
Conclusion
By staying informed about these essential dates, parents can ensure proper planning and support for their child’s PSLE 2023 journey. Moreover, it is crucial to refer to the official Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
In essence, being proactive and well-prepared will significantly contribute to your child’s success in the Primary School Leaving Examination. Therefore, it is vital to stay engaged and utilize all available resources to provide the best assistance and guidance to your child.
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