Victoria School

[Oh My Gosh]

jangoh:

And could anyone share about the GAT please? Is it an IQ test? Thanks!

Last year, it was all MCQ based on patterns. Not sure if it will be the same this year.

[Sieg]

thefunnyguy:

How did Victoria do for o level??

Not sure about the details but the boys got half a day off yesterday to celebrate its excellent O level results.

Usually it's a full day off but MOE doesn't allow that these days.

[Lionhesrted]

Not sure on the full details. But from what my boy heard (including from friends in other top schools), VS O level results surpassed other boys’ schools and is close to the results of the other top girls’ schools like Cedar.


Was there on the day results were released. The school achieved 100% of students achieving at least 5 O level passes, and 100% of students can go JC/CI. In many subjects (English, Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics), the school’s distinction rate is way above national average for distinction. For Additional Mathematics, the distinction rate was 80+%.

My boy’s performance surprised himself too as he did not expect himself to do so well. He was very thankful to the school and teachers as he found it challenging all the way to the O level. From what I can see, the VS school leaders and teachers work very hard and do their best for the students under their charge.

The teachers have regular remediation/consultation with the students to help them master the skills and concepts from Lower Sec to Upper Sec. The Principal, Vice Principals, Year Head and Teachers also speak to the boys regularly to encourage them. For Sec 4 students, the Principal also writes a postcard for everyone of them and gives to the students before their last day of school. For students who are not doing well, there is close monitoring and support. Principal/Vice-Principals/Year Heads/HODs/Form Teachers will discuss with parents at PTM on support strategies and what the child will need to work on. Can be every term if the child is really not doing well. Who parents see depends on how bad the boy’s academic performance is.

In fact, I have friend whose son went into VS by DSA. He had to see the Principal, Year Head and Form Teachers with the son 3 times in Sec 4. The boy was also monitored regularly by Year Head under the Guidance Programme. In earlier years, he had to see the VP, Year Head and Form Teachers. Eventually, the boy did well and got the results better than what he was aiming for.

It was an achievement for the boy as his PSLE score was way below the school’s COP for the year and VS boys all do Additional Mathematics and Pure Sciences at Upper Sec which are not easy subjects (especially with the new exam syllabus, which requires thinking and application). Unlike other schools, VS boys don’t do combined Science or POA which would be easier to score. All students typically start Sec 3 with 8 subjects ie. 2 languages, 2 Mathematics, 2/3 Pure Science subjects, and 2 Humanities.

[Sieg]

Lionhesrted:

Not sure on the full details. But from what my boy heard (including from friends in other top schools), VS O level results surpassed other boys' schools and is close to the results of the other top girls' schools like Cedar.


Was there on the day results were released. The school achieved 100% of students achieving at least 5 O level passes, and 100% of students can go JC/CI. In many subjects (English, Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics), the school's distinction rate is way above national average for distinction. For Additional Mathematics, the distinction rate was 80+%.

My boy's performance surprised himself too as he did not expect himself to do so well. He was very thankful to the school and teachers as he found it challenging all the way to the O level. From what I can see, the VS school leaders and teachers work very hard and do their best for the students under their charge.

The teachers have regular remediation/consultation with the students to help them master the skills and concepts from Lower Sec to Upper Sec. The Principal, Vice Principals, Year Head and Teachers also speak to the boys regularly to encourage them. For Sec 4 students, the Principal also writes a postcard for everyone of them and gives to the students before their last day of school. For students who are not doing well, there is close monitoring and support. Principal/Vice-Principals/Year Heads/HODs/Form Teachers will discuss with parents at PTM on support strategies and what the child will need to work on. Can be every term if the child is really not doing well. Who parents see depends on how bad the boy's academic performance is.

In fact, I have friend whose son went into VS by DSA. He had to see the Principal, Year Head and Form Teachers with the son 3 times in Sec 4. The boy was also monitored regularly by Year Head under the Guidance Programme. In earlier years, he had to see the VP, Year Head and Form Teachers. Eventually, the boy did well and got the results better than what he was aiming for.

It was an achievement for the boy as his PSLE score was way below the school's COP for the year and VS boys all do Additional Mathematics and Pure Sciences at Upper Sec which are not easy subjects (especially with the new exam syllabus, which requires thinking and application). Unlike other schools, VS boys don't do combined Science or POA which would be easier to score. All students typically start Sec 3 with 8 subjects ie. 2 languages, 2 Mathematics, 2/3 Pure Science subjects, and 2 Humanities.

:congrats:
to your DS, Lionhesrted.
Thanks for sharing!
Well done, Victorians! :rahrah: :rahrah:

[Sieg]

jangoh:

Hi, I'm looking for advice with regards to DSA via shooting or sailing please. Thanks

Sent you a pm. However, it's still stuck in my outbox. Please let me know if you haven't received it.

[rainbowie]

Lionhesrted:

Not sure on the full details. But from what my boy heard (including from friends in other top schools), VS O level results surpassed other boys' schools and is close to the results of the other top girls' schools like Cedar.


Was there on the day results were released. The school achieved 100% of students achieving at least 5 O level passes, and 100% of students can go JC/CI. In many subjects (English, Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics), the school's distinction rate is way above national average for distinction. For Additional Mathematics, the distinction rate was 80+%.

My boy's performance surprised himself too as he did not expect himself to do so well. He was very thankful to the school and teachers as he found it challenging all the way to the O level. From what I can see, the VS school leaders and teachers work very hard and do their best for the students under their charge.

The teachers have regular remediation/consultation with the students to help them master the skills and concepts from Lower Sec to Upper Sec. The Principal, Vice Principals, Year Head and Teachers also speak to the boys regularly to encourage them. For Sec 4 students, the Principal also writes a postcard for everyone of them and gives to the students before their last day of school. For students who are not doing well, there is close monitoring and support. Principal/Vice-Principals/Year Heads/HODs/Form Teachers will discuss with parents at PTM on support strategies and what the child will need to work on. Can be every term if the child is really not doing well. Who parents see depends on how bad the boy's academic performance is.

In fact, I have friend whose son went into VS by DSA. He had to see the Principal, Year Head and Form Teachers with the son 3 times in Sec 4. The boy was also monitored regularly by Year Head under the Guidance Programme. In earlier years, he had to see the VP, Year Head and Form Teachers. Eventually, the boy did well and got the results better than what he was aiming for.

It was an achievement for the boy as his PSLE score was way below the school's COP for the year and VS boys all do Additional Mathematics and Pure Sciences at Upper Sec which are not easy subjects (especially with the new exam syllabus, which requires thinking and application). Unlike other schools, VS boys don't do combined Science or POA which would be easier to score. All students typically start Sec 3 with 8 subjects ie. 2 languages, 2 Mathematics, 2/3 Pure Science subjects, and 2 Humanities.

Congrats to your DS!

I am glad to learn that the A math O-level distinction rate is consistent at 80+%. DS always complains about this subject and I hope he will be motivated after learning about its encouraging result.

Yes, I agree that VS teachers are great as DS doesn't need help from any private tutor so far and so do many of his classmates.

[Singaporeansurely]

Hello all, new to this forum....It's been rewarding reading all these threads..!!


Wonder if there are any parents with boys in shooting as CCA? I was told the range does not have air-con (heard most of the schools that had shooting CCA had air-conditioned range) and with the \"suit\" that rifle shooters wearing on, it can be very hot inside there. Can we parents pool together to sponsor one to the school?

Anyone keen? Can PM me and let's see if we can work out something with the school. If we want them to excel, my thought is that we should provide a conducive environment to the students. :lovesite:

[FanFanX]

Has any one seen this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPAft25F__E&t=91s

[yap_susan]

Any idea if VS is changing P soon?

[ax dee]

yap_susan:

Any idea if VS is changing P soon?

It is not changing for at least another 5-6 years I think because it’s close to VJC and the construction of Siglap MRT station