Parents view private tutoring as a worthwhile investment for primary school students, as they recognize the importance of academic excellence, which is necessary to gain acceptance into top educational institutions. Private tutoring is considered a routine daily activity for most Singaporean students, as studies have shown that 67% of Singaporeans have enrolled their children in private tutoring. (Blackbox, 2012). As such, Singapore has become famous for its children who always spend most of their time studying. Parents willingly shell out a lot to ensure that their children receive additional tuition beyond the education taught in schools. They reasoned that this will not only allow students to keep up and understand what is taught in school, but also to outperform their peers and perform well academically as well. Of course there are negative effects not only for students but for society as a GOOD. For example, students will become independent from others as they will be constantly fed with answers to solve their problems. The tutors are readily available to contact and clarify whenever they have any doubts. Students will become overly dependent as they will be assured that everything is expected. As such, they have difficulty fitting into society and getting hired. Employers have rejected many applicants who are more than academically qualified but lack soft skills (Saint Louis Community College, 2013). They noticed that such candidates lack the ability to communicate and think creatively to solve existing problems in their jobs. Respondents are unable to describe interpersonal skills and do not apply what they have... middle of paper... poor attention span both in school and during lessons. It will decrease the desire to seek knowledge and study for the sake of improving their exam papers. Often many students are unable to cope with the workload assigned by their teachers and tutors and are unable to complete the work assigned to them. Overall, this will result in decreased academic performance instead of good academic performance. If the trend continues, there will be no improvement in the education sector and student development. Parents should keep in mind that school fees are not necessary for their children to do well in their exams. Instead of paying more for school fees, other aspects of children can be further developed instead of just focusing on academic performance. A balance between soft skills and hard skills is evident in an individual's success.