PSLE if score 150, where can the kid go?

[ycpang]

jtoh:

Yes, SJI(International) stipulates minimum PSLE score of 220.

but my DS's friend score was 170+ and he is in Hwa Chong International sec 1 now. You should just call the schools to find out.

[schweppes]

dolphinsiah:

I am also very worry for my younger child....I think her PSLE should be below 180....
Which means she get only go to Normal Stream....

I have been giving your concerns some thought and for the time being, let's say we cross the bridge when we come to it. In other words, let's put that worry temporarily on hold. Sometimes when we as parents are fearful and anxious, our children pick up on our vibes too. We don't want them to lose faith and confidence because they can sense our anxiety.

Instead, let's think of strategies on how we can help the child instead.

For example,

1. Boost the child's confidence. Simple things to improve the child's self-esteem. Maybe let the child take the bus on his/her own; buy own food at the hawker centre or food court.

2. Praise the child for something that she has done good

3. Get her to help with simple chores - fold clothes or even help to do the dishes (actually, just wash her own plates and cutlery). It gives them a sense of pride and achievement that you trust them to do \"adult\" chores and they see it as helping mummy or daddy.

4. Make learning \"bite size\". In other words, instead of asking the child to study 2 hours at a stretch, get her to work on 30-40mins, take 5 mins break and then work on the next 30-40mins.

5. Get the child to exercise. It cd be going for walks, swimming, jogging, playing badminton.... no need to spend a long time. Maybe 1/2 or so. They idea is to loosen the muslces and bring oxygen to brain.

6. Don't compare with other kids. Each child is different and have different learning styles. If your child is a visual learner, get her to do mind maps or use coloured highlighters to highlight key words and ideas.

Whatever it is, don't lose faith. Continue to provide emotional support. At the same time, u must also take care of your health too so that you can take care of your child's.

:celebrate:

[schweppes]

JonC:

Just curious, is there such thing as doing PSLE again?

I can't verify this but I recall someone mentioning to me before that students may be able to repeat PSLE again but this is only if the score is very bad. (but not sure what \"bad\" means)

If after 2 attempts and the student still does badly, the child can join Northlight or Assumption Pathway.

[schweppes]

daisyt:

Hi dolphinesiah, there is a thread about suriving normal stream, just in case you miss out this thread.


http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7609

Thanks Daisyt for referring to my earlier post on \"Surviving Normal Stream\".

As mentioned in the thread, the student which I mentioned in Case A scored only 100 points and went to NT and then ITE. She worked really hard and became one of the top students in her cohort. Now she is in the poly. Life is tough for her but she is hardworking. The last I heard of her is that she is making slow but steady steps.

Most importantly, please tell your child NOT to give up. And as parents, continue to provide emotional support as well. :lol:

[dolphinsiah]

schweppes:

I have been giving your concerns some thought and for the time being, let's say we cross the bridge when we come to it. In other words, let's put that worry temporarily on hold. Sometimes when we as parents are fearful and anxious, our children pick up on our vibes too. We don't want them to lose faith and confidence because they can sense our anxiety.


Instead, let's think of strategies on how we can help the child instead.

For example,

1. Boost the child's confidence. Simple things to improve the child's self-esteem. Maybe let the child take the bus on his/her own; buy own food at the hawker centre or food court.

2. Praise the child for something that she has done good

3. Get her to help with simple chores - fold clothes or even help to do the dishes (actually, just wash her own plates and cutlery). It gives them a sense of pride and achievement that you trust them to do \"adult\" chores and they see it as helping mummy or daddy.

4. Make learning \"bite size\". In other words, instead of asking the child to study 2 hours at a stretch, get her to work on 30-40mins, take 5 mins break and then work on the next 30-40mins.

5. Get the child to exercise. It cd be going for walks, swimming, jogging, playing badminton.... no need to spend a long time. Maybe 1/2 or so. They idea is to loosen the muslces and bring oxygen to brain.

6. Don't compare with other kids. Each child is different and have different learning styles. If your child is a visual learner, get her to do mind maps or use coloured highlighters to highlight key words and ideas.

Whatever it is, don't lose faith. Continue to provide emotional support. At the same time, u must also take care of your health too so that you can take care of your child's.

:celebrate:

Thank you very much for your kind advice.... :thankyou:

[dolphinsiah]

ycpang:

jtoh:

Yes, SJI(International) stipulates minimum PSLE score of 220.

but my DS's friend score was 170+ and he is in Hwa Chong International sec 1 now. You should just call the schools to find out.

Thank you for your information...will check with HCI next year.... :lol:

[JonC]

Just went to their website.


Need to go for admission test right?

How is the fee?

[ycpang]

JonC:

Just went to their website.


Need to go for admission test right?

How is the fee?

Wow! Just checked the website. the fee is $4500+GST per term for sec 1 to 4. JC1 & 2 is $5100+GST per term.

I drive pass their building everyday while sending my DS to HCI. from outside, the building looks very nice. Better than HCI I must say. May b bcos of the fee they charge?

[JonC]

For HC International - Secondary School


Officially on website, $19260 (include GST) per year or $4815 (include GST) per term or $1605 (include GST) per month.

From the same website, it seems that 2010 will still stay at $17334 (include GST).

Wondering if going to this type of International School still need to go private tuition or not?

How is the fee compared to Australian International School?

Do students of HC International takes also GCE ‘O’ Level?

It result very good, can still join back to mainstream good JC?

170+ really can get in? Based on results or on admission test or "connections"?

[ycpang]

JonC:

For HC International - Secondary School


Officially on website, $19260 (include GST) per year or $4815 (include GST) per term or $1605 (include GST) per month.

From the same website, it seems that 2010 will still stay at $17334 (include GST).

Wondering if going to this type of International School still need to go private tuition or not?

How is the fee compared to Australian International School?

Do students of HC International takes also GCE 'O' Level?

It result very good, can still join back to mainstream good JC?

170+ really can get in? Based on results or on admission test or \"connections\"?

If I am not wrong, it is a 6 years IP program. No 'O' levels.

Not sure how my DS's friend gets in. My DS just met him at the school canteen weeks ago and that was how we knew he is in HC international. One thing for sure is he got 170+ ~ 180 for his PSLE.