School Of The Arts, Singapore

[yip33]

Shoe:

I've heard mixed feedback on SOTA, any existing parents with kids in SOTA to share their experiences?

Hi, I'm not a parent, but a student in the lower years of SOTA.

I think that a lot of people view SOTA as a school where the students don't study, they go to SOTA because they have bad academic results, SOTA students have no self-discipline etc. And this is totally not true.

SOTA students actually have quite good PSLE results, as you have to get into express stream to be admitted into SOTA.

Even in year one, students work hard to excel in both the arts and acads. I think that with an extra arts curriculum, it makes us even more busy. It is a common misconception that artists are loose. It is in fact the opposite.

I think SOTA is a very good school. I have always been happy with myself, but after going to SOTA, I'm very pleased with the person I've become as I'm more enthusiastic, more open and much more happier. I think that if your child wants to have an arts curriculum, SOTA would be a good choice.

The teachers understand us, and they are professionals at what they do, and can share personal experiences about their careers as artists.

I hope this helps, and if you want to find out more, SOTA is having an open house on the 12 of April

[buds]

yip33:

Shoe:

Hi, I'm not a parent, but a student in the lower years of SOTA.


I think that a lot of people view SOTA as a school where the students don't study, they go to SOTA because they have bad academic results, SOTA students have no self-discipline etc. And this is totally not true.

SOTA students actually have quite good PSLE results, as you have to get into express stream to be admitted into SOTA.

Even in year one, students work hard to excel in both the arts and acads. I think that with an extra arts curriculum, it makes us even more busy. It is a common misconception that artists are loose. It is in fact the opposite.

I think SOTA is a very good school. I have always been happy with myself, but after going to SOTA, I'm very pleased with the person I've become as I'm more enthusiastic, more open and much more happier. I think that if your child wants to have an arts curriculum, SOTA would be a good choice.

The teachers understand us, and they are professionals at what they do, and can share personal experiences about their careers as artists.

I hope this helps, and if you want to find out more, SOTA is having an open house on the 12 of April

:goodpost:

I love your post!

Thank u so much for sharing your heart out. :love: It's very heartening to hear of children with so much passion for what they do - be it academic or sports or arts. You're passionate not only just about academics AND the arts but u have a positive outlook to life itself.

I'm sure your parents must be very proud.

Cos reading your thoughts, I'm proud of you.

I wish all the best in your future endeavours.:love:
My daughter and I will explore options at SOTA.

[dasalo]

Shoe:

I've heard mixed feedback on SOTA, any existing parents with kids in SOTA to share their experiences?

Hi Shoe,

I have both dds in SOTA, one graduated and another graduating this year and both in different faculty. IMO, it is a great school with many opportunities and is also a school that brings out the best of the individuals with their originalities and passion.

PM me for further details.

[Alicorn]

mamabung:

KiasuNewbie, may I also ask what LCD is and why it is so \"precious\" and \"less attainable\" compared to the other art forms?

Hello mamabung!

I'm not KiasuNewbie but I hope I can still answer your question

LCD is the school's system to keep track of your out of classroom workshops, activities or performances, just like a portfolio, for reference's sake and it can be used for anything like scholarships and entrance to university like an actual portfolio

From my VA classmates, I heard that VA workshops are not held as often as other art forms so that may be why it's more precious and less attainable compared to the other art forms.

Hope this helps!

Alicorn

[Alicorn]

MMM:

Dear All,


My ds (P6 this year) is very interested in symphonic band and plays a brass instrument. He is very passionate about his instrument. For me, if he wants to be a conductor or further in this area one day, I think I will be supportive.

We have intention to let him DSA under symphonic band to selected schools that are strong in band. Frankly, we are hesitating about SOTA as we feel that we do not want him to pursue such a specialized route at this stage in life. So yes, I am still contemplating.

On the other hand, I also feel that if he really wants to pursue the band route in the future, maybe going to to SOTA and the future progression path might be more beneficial in training him.

I wanted to hear views from other parents and students particularly in the music area. Thanks !

Hello MMM!

If you dig deeper, the diploma (IB) that you receive at the end of your 6-year tenure isn't actually specialized in the Arts, so your DS can still go for other courses in university than the Arts.

Regarding DSA, I personally feel that normal secondary schools will not have the state-of-the-art (no pun intended) facilities and experienced teachers like SOTA. If you want your DS to be able to develop his musical talent yet still have an element of academics with it, I think SOTA is the right place for him.

Hope this helps in your contemplation! Also, please do come to the open house next Saturday if you have further enquiries! Thank you!

Alicorn

[MMM]

Alicorn:

Hello MMM!


If you dig deeper, the diploma (IB) that you receive at the end of your 6-year tenure isn't actually specialized in the Arts, so your DS can still go for other courses in university than the Arts.

Regarding DSA, I personally feel that normal secondary schools will not have the state-of-the-art (no pun intended) facilities and experienced teachers like SOTA. If you want your DS to be able to develop his musical talent yet still have an element of academics with it, I think SOTA is the right place for him.

Hope this helps in your contemplation! Also, please do come to the open house next Saturday if you have further enquiries! Thank you!

Alicorn

Thanks for sharing. Can you pls share more about the open house on 12th April.

[Alicorn]

MMM:

Thanks for sharing. Can you pls share more about the open house on 12th April.

Hello MMM!

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It will be held from 9.30am to 4pm. There will be an Open Symposium for you to find out more about the integrated curriculum leading to the IBDP at 9.30am to 10.30am or 1.30pm to 2.30pm at the MPH. Guided campus tours are also available and you can visit the Arts and Academic Curriculum a Exhibition at the Level 5 open space area for more information on the different subjects offered here.

Then, there are the arts showcases. For Music, there will be several showcases held at the ORS from 1030 to 1630. Please refer to the programme table included for specific times of each showcase.

For more information, please visit the website at http://sota.edu.sg/Buzz/WhatsHappening2014/OpenHouse2014.aspx. Also, do register before coming at https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/sota-open-house-2014-tickets-10731559383.

Hope this info helps you and see you there!

Thank you!
Alicorn

[mamabung]

Hi Alicorn,


Thanks a lot for answering my query about LCD

[champ]

All

Did anyone go for the SOTA open house yesterday? Personally, I thought it was not well organised and fall short of expectations. For eg campus tour was simply introducing what class room available on each floor but we can’t even peek or look into the class rooms. It was just classrooms after classrooms. Also, the exhibitions were not great either. Been to nanyang and RGS open house, they definitely scored much better!!!

[CraftsMom]

Hi… I’m new here and my children have been dying to go to SOTA.


Can anyone shed some light on what is the Cognitive Exercise? Any sample papers around?