2016 PSLE Discussions (Born in 2004)
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Belle:
Huh, for SCGS, the difference between IP and \"O\" IS 1 mark? Correct or not?
By the way, if can qualify for IP, do you suggest we opt to do IP or shall we select 'O' so that it is not so stressful?
In my opinion, I don't think IP is more stressful than those top O level schools. Ultimately it boils down to your child's study attitude. Highly motivated, disciplined n those who thrive to learn more will be able to cope with IP syabullus.
Also do note that there is no way to run away from SG education stress. If your child is planning to do A levels in 6 years time, the stress/workload is much much worse than PSLE. -
This is probably OT but just want a quick check.
The primary school card will no longer be valid by end of this year, so when will the secondary school card be issued to the children? What are the interim arrangements for things like public transport?
Writing as a first-time mum for a child going to secondary level next year ... :oops: -
ImMeeMee:
If I am not wrong, The primary school card should be valid till April next year. They should receive their new card before then, so the old card will expire once you activate the new Secondary Student card.This is probably OT but just want a quick check.
The primary school card will no longer be valid by end of this year, so when will the secondary school card be issued to the children? What are the interim arrangements for things like public transport?
Writing as a first-time mum for a child going to secondary level next year ... :oops: -
nicnac:
the secondary school EZ card will not be ready so soon. so the kids can continue to use it until the new ones are ready. don't top up too much cash into it.
If I am not wrong, The primary school card should be valid till April next year. They should receive their new card before then, so the old card will expire once you activate the new Secondary Student card.ImMeeMee:
This is probably OT but just want a quick check.
The primary school card will no longer be valid by end of this year, so when will the secondary school card be issued to the children? What are the interim arrangements for things like public transport?
Writing as a first-time mum for a child going to secondary level next year ... :oops: -
zbear:
IP syllabus, in my opinion is not for all kids even if they are motivated and disciplined.
In my opinion, I don't think IP is more stressful than those top O level schools. Ultimately it boils down to your child's study attitude. Highly motivated, disciplined n those who thrive to learn more will be able to cope with IP syabullus.
Also do note that there is no way to run away from SG education stress. If your child is planning to do A levels in 6 years time, the stress/workload is much much worse than PSLE.
as it is a through train to A levels, certain A level topics will be brought down to year 3 or 4. the child is expected to be mature to handle the challenge. with o levels, there is still breathing space but IP is demanding. -
janet88:
IP syllabus, in my opinion is not for all kids even if they are motivated and disciplined.
as it is a through train to A levels, certain A level topics will be brought down to year 3 or 4. the child is expected to be mature to handle the challenge. with o levels, there is still breathing space but IP is demanding.
Janet, I hv 1 kid who graduated from IP school and 1 kid who graduated from O level school last year so I can tell the difference.
There are some PSLE students who meet the IP schools COP but are not disciplined or highly motivated enuf to meet the IP syabullus - they are the ones who struggle. But they are the minority.
There is nothing wrong introducing A level topics at Y3/Y4 - even then they are just a little. It's a good head start for them when they enter JC1 compared to O level students who have to struggle more in JC1. Do think of the long term - I always believe - why not struggle n work hard at the earlier stage n enjoy the fruits of your labor at the later stage.
Anyway, this is just my personal opinion. Different strokes for different folks. Everything boils down to what the parent n child wants in the long run n whether the child can cope. It's important to know one's strengths n limitations n work towards an achievable destination regardless of the journey - some take a shorter time, some take a longer time.
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Belle:
Huh, for SCGS, the difference between IP and \"O\" IS 1 mark? Correct or not?
By the way, if can qualify for IP, do you suggest we opt to do IP or shall we select 'O' so that it is not so stressful?![](\"http://s18.postimg.org/d00cli5pl/SCGS_COP.jpg\")
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That's what I got from MOE SIS. -
BigDevil:
Indeed for one reason or another, there are very smart students who opt for normal \"O\" level route instead of IP Programme. Be it for the CCA or to be a big fish in a small pond, I believe every students path ahead is still bright, as long as they continue to maintain a good learning attitude.
That's what I got from MOE SIS. -
Belle:
Apologies to all that I backtrack a little, as I've just seen this post.
I agree that it is very hard to decide on secondary schools without the results. I know what is done is done and hence after each PSLE paper, we just concentrate on the next paper and not discuss those past papers as it would only cause distraction. Having said that, we have to eventually accept what comes along, i.e the result and what I am suggesting to our girl is that we could shortlist 1-2 schools for each range which has certain CCAs she may like, i.e for example for score from say >250 what would be the schools she would like to choose and for scores between 240 - 250, >230 and >220 etc. That would make it easier and less headache when the time comes.janet88:
Without knowing what the results are, it is hard to decide on secondary schools. Maybe you want to get into xx school but yet placing hopes may just lead to disappointment. Even though my daughter has an affiliated secondary school, I am concerned whether she meets the COP too.
Right now, both of us are clueless as to what each school's strength are and the CCAs they offer and the booklet was meant to provide us some ideas before the results are released and I personally think that it is good to involve our daughter in this process. I concur with Applecrumble's suggestion. I would be happy if she can do this on her own or she discuss with her friends because ultimately, she will be the one staying there. Although most schools' open houses are on 26th Nov, by having some ideas, she can attend some school's open houses that are held in the next few coming Saturdays.
I got the same reaction with my boy 5 years ago, and then my girl this year - total disinterest in the booklet, and anxiety, to some extent, from me.
The funny thing about this time is that, while my girl was rather indifferent towards the guide book, my older boy picked it up and went through it in detail. And then he wondered why he is so interested himself now when she should be the one doing this.
Having gone through secondary school and knowing about other schools through CCA contact may have helped his understanding of the maze of schools in the country, after all, there are quite many. This, with the fact that he's not the one subjected to the fate of this exam, may be the reason why he would want to find out more about them.
I make the important choices for my children, in consultation with them. They are too young to make life choices at 12, so I believe it is my job as a parent to guide them through. We may have forgotten our own naivety at that age, after going through so much in life.
They'll grow up and want to find out things on their own and make their own choices soon enough, and when you have been there to guide their choices, they'll come back to you whenever they need help. Continual communication is essential to bringing up teens, IMHO. -
reddiechan:
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The funny thing about this time is that, while my girl was rather indifferent towards the guide book, my older boy picked it up and went through it in detail. And then he wondered why he is so interested himself now when she should be the one doing this.
Having gone through secondary school and knowing about other schools through CCA contact may have helped his understanding of the maze of schools in the country, after all, there are quite many. This, with the fact that he's not the one subjected to the fate of this exam, may be the reason why he would want to find out more about them.
I make the important choices for my children, in consultation with them. They are too young to make life choices at 12, so I believe it is my job as a parent to guide them through. We may have forgotten our own naivety at that age, after going through so much in life.
They'll grow up and want to find out things on their own and make their own choices soon enough, and when you have been there to guide their choices, they'll come back to you whenever they need help. Continual communication is essential to bringing up teens, IMHO.
close communication cements a relationship with the kids...now that they are going into their pre-teens and teenager stage. we want, and also hope they come back to us.
strangely, my son picked up the sec school guide book, went through the schools & ccas in detail.
like you mentioned, he picked it up because he is 'not subjected to the fate of the exams', so there is no stress going through the schools and COPs.
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