2010 DSA(Direct School Admission)

[phankao]

ningy:

Mathsparks, u mentioned photocopy school results and awards from p4 - p6. do i need to ask the school to certify all copies - that will be quite a lot if including all the CCA awards, maths olympiad, mathalympics, NSW awards (distinction and high distinction for 3 subjects in p4,p5). We're trying for 2 schools and there'll be everythingx2. Need to bring all the certificates to the admin for them to check ? Hope the admin will not give me black face. or do i only need them to certify the school results ? my dd's school is not too \"on\"; i think only less than 5 students will try DSA.

If you not shy then can already, lor ... not all the schools need certified true copy. I photocopied 2 sets. Yes, Bring the originals together, hor.

[ningy]

thanks for the replies and yes; the DSA process is starting soon and those who are keen must definitely check this thread frequently to get the tips and advice from those who have been there and done it ! thanks everyone :celebrate:

[CentralControl]

What are the dates for DSA application submissions for the JC’s and ACS(i)? and even SJI(i)?

[corneyAmber]

CentralControl:

What are the dates for DSA application submissions for the JC's and ACS(i)? and even SJI(i)?

They are usually between April to June, no fixed dates for all, best to check individual schools' website.

[CentralControl]

if you DSA into ACS(i) using academics, will they consider Mid years?

[mathsparks]

ApronMama:

mathsparks:

Have updated the blog with this so as not to mislead people:

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I'm not saying it's compulsory to have a portfolio; please check and the decision's yours whether you wanna prepare anot.

Did any of the schools keep your portfolio?

So sorry, apronmama for the late reply. Just saw yr qn.

Well, the schools didnt return the portfolio. Not sure wat they do with it after. Bin it, perhaps?

[mathsparks]

ningy:

Mathsparks, u mentioned photocopy school results and awards from p4 - p6. do i need to ask the school to certify all copies - that will be quite a lot if including all the CCA awards, maths olympiad, mathalympics, NSW awards (distinction and high distinction for 3 subjects in p4,p5). We're trying for 2 schools and there'll be everythingx2. Need to bring all the certificates to the admin for them to check ? Hope the admin will not give me black face. or do i only need them to certify the school results ? my dd's school is not too \"on\"; i think only less than 5 students will try DSA.

ningy, think you've got yr answers? good luck!

[ningy]

thanks, Mathsparks. Just had the meet the Parents session with my dd1’s form teacher. when I asked her if she can prepare a testimonial if the DSA school requested for it; she went "hahaha ! why go thru DSA if ur daughter can do well in PSLE then she can get into any school she wants… testimonial is just a standard pc of thing that is not useful at all !" I was quite upset that she’s not supportive at all and left after 5 mins 'cos her next comment was : "I have no issues/complaints abt ur daughter and I believe u have nothing to ask me." :x

[mummyjoyce]

ningy:

thanks, Mathsparks. Just had the meet the Parents session with my dd1's form teacher. when I asked her if she can prepare a testimonial if the DSA school requested for it; she went \"hahaha ! why go thru DSA if ur daughter can do well in PSLE then she can get into any school she wants...... testimonial is just a standard pc of thing that is not useful at all !\" I was quite upset that she's not supportive at all and left after 5 mins 'cos her next comment was : \"I have no issues/complaints abt ur daughter and I believe u have nothing to ask me.\" :x

Actually dont need testimonial if you have already so many certs (of cos much be good result) to show. There are std forms to fill during DSA from schools and I feel that the Personal Statement is more impt to show the strength and passion of the child.

[ningy]

mummyjoyce, thanks for the listening ear and advice. guess better "skip" her testimonial if the teacher is not too willing to write. anyway will only be trying for 1 or 2 schools. just see how it goes. hopefully my dd1 can do well in this yr’s maths olympiad - in april.