Programme Overview
Composition Accelerator, P3
Programme Goals
PSLE Paper 1 doesn’t just test whether a child can write. It tests their ability to come up with a logical plot, with interesting and vivid descriptions, and a satisfying conclusion. When P6 comes around and these fundamental skills are not built, children resort to memorising and regurgitating model compositions.
Our proprietary FormuFlow method introduces 4 powerful Core Themes that underpin almost every PSLE question type. Our curriculum does not jump from one random topic to another every week. Rather, we teach students a flowchart system which helps them generate plot ideas and write smoothly.
By the end of a term, students should be able to come up with vivid and interesting stories in response to any composition question.
How do we achieve this?
Every lesson contains these fixed elements:
- Learning at least one writing skill (e.g. similes, metaphors)
- Familiarisation with 1 out of 4 of our Core Themes
- A memorable and engaging activity, to reinforce learning outcomes
In this sample lesson, we explore the theme of Sticky Situations. This is 1 out of 4 of our Core Themes that students must master.
A Moment of Folly: Learning to Write About Dangerous Play
Skill of the Week
Vivid verbs, showing manner of speech and movement
Lesson Flow
Warm-Up Game (Engaging Activity)
Learning Outcome
Builds sequencing and imagination for narrative planning
Characterisation Drill
Learning Outcome
Teaches “Show, Not Tell” using vivid description tools.
Story Planning: Introduction & Middle
Learning Outcome
Focuses on structure, feelings, and cause-effect linking.
Vocabulary Expansion
Learning Outcome
Strengthens precise and expressive language.
Independent Writing
Learning Outcome
Applies skills in a focused, scaffolded setting.
Is This Programme Suitable For Children Who Are New To Composition Writing?
Yes. This composition writing tuition is designed for primary 3 students who can write basic stories but struggle with structure, clarity, or ideas. Lessons focus on building confidence through guided planning, clear frameworks, and step-by-step skill development, rather than expecting advanced writing ability from the start.
How Does the Programme Prepare My Child for Future PSLE Writing Demands?
Primary 3 is a critical foundation year. This programme develops core skills such as sequencing, cause-and-effect thinking, and emotional description. These skills are revisited and deepened in later years, ensuring students do not rely on memorisation when PSLE-level writing becomes more abstract and demanding.
Will My Child Be Required To Memorise Model Compositions?
No. This programme deliberately avoids rote memorisation. Instead, students learn how to generate and organise ideas using Curion’s FormuFlow framework. This equips them to respond flexibly to different composition questions while still writing clear, structured, and relevant stories during school assessments and exams.
How Much Teacher Guidance Do Students Receive During Lessons?
Teachers provide close, active guidance throughout the lesson. Writing is scaffolded through discussion, visual prompts, and planning tools, with real-time feedback during independent writing. This ensures misconceptions are corrected early and students understand how to apply skills correctly, not just complete tasks.
What Outcomes Can Parents Expect by the End of the Programme?
By the end of a term, most students write with greater clarity, stronger structure, and more vivid detail. More importantly, they approach composition questions with confidence, knowing how to plan and develop ideas independently rather than feeling stuck or reliant on fixed templates.