CHIJ Family of Schools

[janet88]

Hi mom_of_3,

I was from IJ TP too, and would also like to know what IJ culture is like now, although I have not lost touch entirely with school scene (my son is in P4).

My daughter is going to P1 next year. Like yourself, I am curious to know if there is any CA at P1 and whether there are lots of homework too.
Would any mummy here be able to advise please ? Your input is very valuable. Thanks in advance

[mom_of_3]

Hi janet_lee88,


According to what I read on this website at the Parents' Networking Groups forum, from a parent of a girl who began P1 last year (in P2 2010):
in 2009, she says her daughter had SA2 (year-end) recorded in the report book, and at mid-year, there were tests for all subjects, results of which were not recorded but they got to meet the form teachers to discuss the girl's academic and behavioural performance.
It sounds like P1 is an easy-going year for the girls, I'm not sure but I hear that there is no daily homework.
Do you belong to the alumni? I do but couldn't attend the AGM 2010

[janet88]

Hi mom_of_3,

I’m fine with kids having SA1 and SA2 at P1…bcos SA1 is in May which is 5 months into school curriculum, and kids even those born year end (like my gal) would have adjusted.

I don’t belong to alumni, bcos we were still deciding whether IJ TP or same school as older sibling then…then it was too late to join late last year. Besides, I have no time to attend any meetings if I join alumni.

[Bluedale]

Posted at OLN’s thread but no reply…


Am considering if this school is good for my gal. Any parent of current student can share how’s the school? Teachers are competent and loving? How’s the school culture? Happy with the development for your kid? All feedback welcome. thanks.

[Donkey Kong]

Why RI doesn't have so many branches? :?


RI@Bishan, RI@YCK, etc. :celebrate:

Then, we don't have to fight for places.

[janet88]

Donkey Kong:

Why RI doesn't have so many branches? :?


RI@Bishan, RI@YCK, etc. :celebrate:

Then, we don't have to fight for places.

CHIJ has several schools under its ''family umbrella''...unfortunately not all CHIJ primary schools go to one secondary school or affiliated to same secondary school. I was from CHIJ Toa Payoh Primary which is affiliated to CHIJ TP Secondary (or former students of IJ Victoria St).
IJ St Nicholas has its own primary/secondary. I'm staying nearer to IJ Chestnut (Upp Bukit Timah) but can't qualify under Phase 2A in that school.

[Donkey Kong]

Suggest to MOE, select only best teachers for primary schools. They must have Adam Khoo type of motivating skills. :celebrate:


Then, we not so headache over pri sch selection.

[janet88]

Hi Mummies,

I would like to know how you feel about the behaviour of girls in IJ now…guess it’s all the same with the IJ group of schools. Can anyone enlighten me please ? Thanks.

[angel]

Hi,


I need advice.

Under CHIJ TPY last year 2009, under phase 2B, there was a ballot (APP 119% TUR 75%), what does the figure mean?

I am a Catholic and would like to enrol my dd at IJ TPY in 2013.

When should I start to PV and where to get the appln forms and when is the closing date for 2013 enrolment?

Thanks in advance!

[hquek]

angel:

Hi,


I need advice.

Under CHIJ TPY last year 2009, under phase 2B, there was a ballot (APP 119% TUR 75%), what does the figure mean?

I am a Catholic and would like to enrol my dd at IJ TPY in 2013.

When should I start to PV and where to get the appln forms and when is the closing date for 2013 enrolment?

Thanks in advance!

Hi Angel,

TUR means how many percent of total places taken up by end of that phase (ie 25% left for Phase 2C and further). APP 119% means applications were 19% above the total available spaces.

Usually I just look at the colour, for IJ TPY, seems like more than 2KM is quite scary...will have to ballot.

If you are catholic, I think you won't have to do PV for catholic schools. Speak to your church about getting the recommendation letter. Query first now even if your child is enrolling in 2013 - make sure you are eligible for the letter.

If you are looking at PV in other schools, best way is to call up. Some schools accept PV way in advance, so don't worry about being too early. I have seen one parent who is registering next year, but already completed the 40 hours LAST year.