2013 P1 Registration Exercise for 2014 In-Take

[timtim]

milo17:

Oh My Gosh:

[quote=\"sweehai\"] :scared: Any idea how can I volunteer as \"Community Grassroot Volunteer\" :xedfingers:

Easiest way is to join RC.

but I don't think RC approach is easier than PV. May want to check out the grassroots thread. most think that it is not easy as you need to be active n served at least 1 yr to receive the letter from chairperson. Right? pl share ur views.[/quote]Commitment period is longer for GRL route. To be safe (to get the endorsement letter from PA), you need to commit at least 2 years.

[SAHM_TAN]

micollh:

for online registration, need both parents to login using singpass ? how come need both? if register in school also need both parents? i tot only one parent go will do ??

For onsite registration, both parents' original I/Cs are required. One parent can go to register but need both parents' I/Cs. I guess the same principle applies to online registration. In place of 2 original I/Cs, need both parents' SingPass

[micollh]

SAHM_TAN:

micollh:

for online registration, need both parents to login using singpass ? how come need both? if register in school also need both parents? i tot only one parent go will do ??

For onsite registration, both parents' original I/Cs are required. One parent can go to register but need both parents' I/Cs. I guess the same principle applies to online registration. In place of 2 original I/Cs, need both parents' SingPass

okok.. thanks !

[Bungii]

wiltanws:

gtx108:

[quote=\"deepacn1980\"]Hi, My son is in long term visa, going next year to P1, I stay at YewTee, which school will be available in Phase 3, need a good school, pls suggest.

It's highly unlikely there is any \"good school\" left for Phase 3. The vacancies would be taken up by end of phase 2C. Even PRs don't have chance if there is any balloting. You should plan early and not forget to look at some international schools.

LOL, isn't the MOE always emphasize that every school is a good school? :)[/quote]Everyone's definition of \"good school\" or suitable learning environment varies. Their criterias to pick a primary school also differ.

You may refer to past history http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/content/p1-registration-2014-preview in KiasuParents and check with the schools in mind to see what are their take ups at the different phases, and plan accordingly.

[BaconEgg]

phtthp:

For those with the intention of withdrawal from earlier phase if condition is favorable and re-apply at phase 2c -

Best to wait until last day, see the final numbers by (citizenship + distance), know whether got any chance or not, then decide.
If condition not favorable - stay put/ remain, don't withdraw.

But for those with no intention to withdraw, then can just apply on any day, within that particular phase.

Question - if I already have a placement secured in Phase 2B but want to try a popular school in Phase 2C. Which day of Phase 2C should I withdraw my earlier application and apply?

[qms]

BaconEgg:

Question - if I already have a placement secured in Phase 2B but want to try a popular school in Phase 2C. Which day of Phase 2C should I withdraw my earlier application and apply?

Last day of P2C, afternoon.

[BaconEgg]

qms:

BaconEgg:

Question - if I already have a placement secured in Phase 2B but want to try a popular school in Phase 2C. Which day of Phase 2C should I withdraw my earlier application and apply?

Last day of P2C, afternoon.

Thanks! But very risky too rite? If dont get in via balloting for within 1 km, will lose my placement.. wonder if its worth the risk....where can i find statistics for previous years of exact no. of valid slots vs application?

[SAHM_TAN]

BaconEgg:

qms:

[quote=\"BaconEgg\"]Question - if I already have a placement secured in Phase 2B but want to try a popular school in Phase 2C. Which day of Phase 2C should I withdraw my earlier application and apply?

Last day of P2C, afternoon.

Thanks! But very risky too rite? If dont get in via balloting for within 1 km, will lose my placement.. wonder if its worth the risk....where can i find statistics for previous years of exact no. of valid slots vs application?[/quote]Here's the link

http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/content/singapore-primary-1-registration-school-balloting-history

[qms]

BaconEgg:

Thanks! But very risky too rite? If dont get in via balloting for within 1 km, will lose my placement.. wonder if its worth the risk....where can i find statistics for previous years of exact no. of valid slots vs application?

The risk of not getting in through balloting is not dependent on when you withdraw and re-apply. If you do the withdrawal on the second day, you may not get the updated statistics. Third day of P2C registration is the day you get a more updated picture of the number of applicants. You will be able to make a more informed decision. Who knows, after obtaining the information, you may decide not to withdraw from the first school.

[tyeogh]

dcskoh:

Hi,

My girl is due for p1 registration this year..
I stay within 1km to pei hwa Presbyterian pri..there was balloting under phase 2c for the past two years ..I would like my gal to be enrolled in pei hwa as I just stay next to the school.(5 mins walk away)but I am afraid I may not get it if there is balloting..

I can also reg under phase 2a (2) for her under my primary school which is nan hua pri ..but for that I will need her to take a school bus and I thought it will be v tiring for her

What would you do if u were me?
Any opinions on pei hwa's balloting this year?

Tia for any advice!

I would choose a school nearby for the simple reason that the child does not spend to much time traveling. Bear in mind the school bus has to fetch many kids, so a simple ride may last longer because the driver needs to circle around the estate.