DSA 2017
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If you don't mind, which school is this? Sounds like a very positive environment![/quote]
Not true la ... dd has zero tuition after she entered IP school via DSA CCA and her T-score was below the school's cut-off point ... she is coping well now ... and the school doesn't encourage the students to go for tuition ...all the teachers are very friendly and helpful, so no problem for the kids to approach them if facing problems ....
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coldleaf:
Yes, there are some who manage well, and some who can't. I think there are many factors, one of which is the nature of the CCA. There are some CCAs that take up a lot of time, such as swimming, running, team sports, dancing etc. And by the time the student is done with training, he/she will be very tired. And some CCAs have major competitions closer to exam dates.php:
Not true la ... dd has zero tuition after she entered IP school via DSA CCA and her T-score was below the school's cut-off point ... she is coping well now ... and the school doesn't encourage the students to go for tuition ...all the teachers are very friendly and helpful, so no problem for the kids to approach them if facing problems ....
Yes, I also agreed. My dd1 also get into an ip school and her t score below sch's cut off point. At that time, appeal was allowed and was the last batch. Until today she only has not so expensive Chinese group tuition (cos the Chinese standard in this sch is super high), the rest she is managing on her own and is doing fine without tuition.
She has to commit to her sport cca, training 3 times a week. It is not true that sport dsa players have to spend a lot of time training in sch. Be it entered into an ip sch via sport dsa or join a sport as cca, the amount of time spent in training is the same. Most of the time, only if a player is under the national team (represent singapore) then they have external intensive training.
I find that is not about how well one's score well in psle but is the learning attitude. Someone pointed out that psle can be drilled and have a lot of tuition in one subject to boost up the score but learning attitude really can't be taught. Only positive self motivated learning attitude will succeed be it which sch they go. Just my 小小 opinion. :oops:
Another factor is the natural academic ability. We all have know of former schoolmates who are simply faster and better when it comes to academic.
Parents should know the capability of one's child and training requirement of the CCA, and make an objective judgment. Whether to take up CCA DSA is a major decision that will significantly affect the child's life. Unfortunately there is no trial period; it is either swim or sink. -
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Ganjiongspider:
Ya lo! Haha! That's why no matter which IP schools you go --- still need TUITIONSssssssss!
Not true la ... dd has zero tuition after she entered IP school via DSA CCA and her T-score was below the school's cut-off point ... she is coping well now ... and the school doesn't encourage the students to go for tuition ...all the teachers are very friendly and helpful, so no problem for the kids to approach them if facing problems ....
Oh, good to hear that! I hope my DD also no need tuition too.. Can save alot of $$$$$! :imcool: -
coldleaf:
Hi coldleaf,
Yes, I also agreed.php:
Not true la ... dd has zero tuition after she entered IP school via DSA CCA and her T-score was below the school's cut-off point ... she is coping well now ... and the school doesn't encourage the students to go for tuition ...all the teachers are very friendly and helpful, so no problem for the kids to approach them if facing problems ....
My dd1 also get into an ip school and her t score below sch's cut off point.
At that time, appeal was allowed and was the last batch. Until today she only has not so expensive Chinese group tuition (cos the Chinese standard in this sch is super high), the rest she is managing on her own and is doing fine without tuition.
She has to commit to her sport cca, training 3 times a week. It is not true that sport dsa players have to spend a lot of time training in sch.
Be it entered into an ip sch via sport dsa or join a sport as cca, the amount of time spent in training is the same. Most of the time, only if a player is under the national team (represent singapore) then they have external intensive training.
I find that is not about how well one's score well in psle but is the learning attitude. Someone pointed out that psle can be drilled and have a lot of tuition in one subject to boost up the score but learning attitude really can't be taught. Only positive self motivated learning attitude will succeed be it which sch they go. Just my 小小 opinion. :oops:
curious ... if you don't mind, may we know which Cca is your daughter in, at NYGH ? -
Ganjiongspider:
Ya lo! Haha! That's why no matter which IP schools you go --- still need TUITIONSssssssss!
Referring to your earlier post about teachers in IP schools not teaching much - I guess \"much\" is relative. It's important to be with students who generally need about the same amount of repetition and explanation so teachers will cater to that level. For students who don't like a lot of repetition and are willing to do more self-study, they prefer it if teachers teach \"less\". Since the teachers are happy to clarify when asked, it really shouldn't be a problem as long as the student doesn't need help all the time.
If a student thinks she needs tuition in several subjects if she chooses to go to an IP school, perhaps it may not be such a good choice. Having tuition in 1 subject, at most 2, is probably quite normal as not everyone can be equally good in all subjects. One of my daughters is in an IP school, and while many students have tuition, there are good number who do not have any tuition. -
phtthp:
Hi coldleaf,
Yes, I also agreed.coldleaf:
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Not true la ... dd has zero tuition after she entered IP school via DSA CCA and her T-score was below the school's cut-off point ... she is coping well now ... and the school doesn't encourage the students to go for tuition ...all the teachers are very friendly and helpful, so no problem for the kids to approach them if facing problems ....
My dd1 also get into an ip school and her t score below sch's cut off point.
At that time, appeal was allowed and was the last batch. Until today she only has not so expensive Chinese group tuition (cos the Chinese standard in this sch is super high), the rest she is managing on her own and is doing fine without tuition.
She has to commit to her sport cca, training 3 times a week. It is not true that sport dsa players have to spend a lot of time training in sch.
Be it entered into an ip sch via sport dsa or join a sport as cca, the amount of time spent in training is the same. Most of the time, only if a player is under the national team (represent singapore) then they have external intensive training.
I find that is not about how well one's score well in psle but is the learning attitude. Someone pointed out that psle can be drilled and have a lot of tuition in one subject to boost up the score but learning attitude really can't be taught. Only positive self motivated learning attitude will succeed be it which sch they go. Just my 小小 opinion. :oops:
curious ... if you don't mind, may we know which Cca is your daughter in, at NYGH ?[/quote]Yes, in Nygh...
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I’m hoping someone will correct me on this
Both, HCI & RI release results by email
No information will be released over the telephone -
kiasuPumpkin:
Hi kiasuPumpkin, based on last year, results for both RI and HCI were released via email. On RI website, it is also stated that no information on application status or outcome will be provided over the phone.I'm hoping someone will correct me on this
Both, HCI & RI release results by email
No information will be released over the telephone -
Hi myteapot, Noted & Thanks
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Francoise:
I have friends' daughters studying in NJC so these are the feedback I have gotten. :scratchhead:ntnl:
Fallacy
my dd is in NJC , year 5 and her teachers do teach and guide, no spoon feeding tho, guess thats why they want independent learners.
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