• Maintain good grades

Although achieving good results is not the only thing that makes a student all-rounded, a holistic education will still be reflected in an excellent academic performance. A well-rounded student knows the importance of their grades not only during major or final examinations but during assessments all year round and strives to do their best for each and every one of them. They also take their homework assignments and projects seriously even if these do not contribute to their final marks. 

• Engage in hobbies and extracurriculars

All-rounded students are also passionate about their CCAs and other hobbies outside school! Whether these extracurriculars involve sports, music, dance or other activities, actively participating in them ensures that students receive an enriching, holistic education. Showing up, playing an active role and taking up leadership positions in these clubs can teach students a lot about discipline, initiative and working well with others in a non-academic setting. Extracurricular activities can also help you form connections with people who have similar hobbies, goals and values as you!

• Be a good communicator

Being a good communicator is a key trait of an all-rounded student. Scoring well during your oral examinations is far from the only benefit of being an effective communicator. Developing good communication skills can help you excel both in and out of the classroom as you will become a confident speaker who can express their thoughts and ideas better. An all-rounded student with strong communication skills will also be able to take up public speaking opportunities, excel at interviews and stand out in group settings. Being a good speaker and good writer can lead you to a vast number of opportunities and expand your world for the better!

• Build healthy relationships

An often overlooked trait of all-rounded students is their ability to build good relationships. Building strong relationships with their peers, teachers and family members is a key tool that many good students use to further their success. These positive connections will act as a healthy and reliable support system for them to lean on throughout their academic journey. Life as a student can get difficult, frustrating and tiring at times but with good connections to rely on, these students can make it through with ease!

• Be involved in your community

Along with developing healthy relationships with those closer to them, all-rounded students are also involved with their wider community. The easiest way to become more involved is through volunteering! By volunteering for causes close to your heart, you can build a strong bond with the members of your community and participate in events that allow you to give back. Taking part in events like these can also expand your awareness of the issues faced by different kinds of people in our society. As a young person, these activities will help you develop your emotional intelligence, empathy and people skills which are all extremely vital to your growth!

• Continue learning outside the classroom

Last but not least, all-rounded students never stop learning! All-rounded students are lifelong learners who take every opportunity in life as a learning experience. Even after you graduate from school and come to the end of your academic pathway, learning never stops! Continuous learning is the key to building a successful career. No matter how skilled you are, these skills must always be upgraded and adapted to our ever-changing world. The willingness to learn is the marker of a wholesome and happy human being as learning is the only way we can grow as individuals, improve our relationships and create change in our lives!