All About A Levels

[Ksptan]

gjooheng:

Ksptan:

[quote=\"gjooheng\"]Cs Toh is not updated to the latest syllabus. You can get H2 maths topical practise by Lois Chee.

Should have updated.
Just check cs toh website, stated H2.2 is the latest syllabus for A level 2017

Question 8 is on recurrence relations. It is no longer in the new syllabus 9758. Seems Cs Toh did not update thoroughly

https://play.google.com/books/reader?id=6TVIDQAAQBAJ&printsec=frontcover&output=reader&hl=en_GB&pg=GBS.PA36[/quote]Thx for sharing.

[student102124]

Firstly, selecting a JC, is already destined yourself/your kids, to anther 2 years of intense studying… When looking for a JC, the end point is A levels, thus choosing the school with a good track record of results may help you in these short but tiring journey in JC. The recent trends of merging JCs, may complicate the selection of the right JC for you/your kids.


Personally, I was from AJC a few years back, even though I am able to get into "better JCs", but I did not regret my choice of it. Many may compare AJC to schools like NYJC, which have better facilities etc. Trust me, in JC, 2 years is too short and hectic to actually make full use of all facilities. Of course, environment do have some impact on the studying productivity of a student, but what really matters is the teaching and learning.

AJC to be honest is pretty run-down in some areas, but they do still provide quality education, and that is the most important of all. The teachers would actually take an extra mile to help students through consultations etc. AJC is also notorious for her incredibly tough Math papers, which helps to expose students to the toughest questions, and of course when it is A levels, they will ease through the exams.

CCAs wise, AJC do not have many niche CCAs available, and do not have the best facilities for every CCA too, but I still think that these are just small considerations you should take note when choosing your JC (at the end of the day, you will only join your CCA for 1 year, from about March in J1 to April in J2, so don’t let it be the deciding factor when choosing your JC)

Opportunities in AJC to expose yourself to other things other than academics is quite decent, won’t say they offer the best opportunities, but decent and plenty enough for everyone. From school-based projects like Open Houses, or Orientation Camps, to external projects like Oversea Learning Exchanges. Programmes such as the Alpha program, prepares you and build your profile and resume for future scholarships and internship opportunities.

In a nutshell, I would say that there are people who perform well in ‘not-so-good’ JCs, and there are people who perform badly in those ‘good’ JCs, it all depends on you/your kids, how well they suit the teaching and how much they work hard for the results. The 2 years for that A level cert, is just merely bridging yourself to get into your desired University courses, and get yourself a good job in the future. How fun your JC life would be, really depends on you and the friends you make, and the willingness to step out of your comfort zone. What seems to be a boring school for many, could actually give you the best memories, and it is possible to not enjoy yourself in what they called a exciting school.

[ParkYuni]

student102124:

Firstly, selecting a JC, is already destined yourself/your kids, to anther 2 years of intense studying.. When looking for a JC, the end point is A levels, thus choosing the school with a good track record of results may help you in these short but tiring journey in JC. The recent trends of merging JCs, may complicate the selection of the right JC for you/your kids.


Personally, I was from AJC a few years back, even though I am able to get into \"better JCs\", but I did not regret my choice of it. Many may compare AJC to schools like NYJC, which have better facilities etc. Trust me, in JC, 2 years is too short and hectic to actually make full use of all facilities. Of course, environment do have some impact on the studying productivity of a student, but what really matters is the teaching and learning.

AJC to be honest is pretty run-down in some areas, but they do still provide quality education, and that is the most important of all. The teachers would actually take an extra mile to help students through consultations etc. AJC is also notorious for her incredibly tough Math papers, which helps to expose students to the toughest questions, and of course when it is A levels, they will ease through the exams.

CCAs wise, AJC do not have many niche CCAs available, and do not have the best facilities for every CCA too, but I still think that these are just small considerations you should take note when choosing your JC (at the end of the day, you will only join your CCA for 1 year, from about March in J1 to April in J2, so don't let it be the deciding factor when choosing your JC)

Opportunities in AJC to expose yourself to other things other than academics is quite decent, won't say they offer the best opportunities, but decent and plenty enough for everyone. From school-based projects like Open Houses, or Orientation Camps, to external projects like Oversea Learning Exchanges. Programmes such as the Alpha program, prepares you and build your profile and resume for future scholarships and internship opportunities.

In a nutshell, I would say that there are people who perform well in 'not-so-good' JCs, and there are people who perform badly in those 'good' JCs, it all depends on you/your kids, how well they suit the teaching and how much they work hard for the results. The 2 years for that A level cert, is just merely bridging yourself to get into your desired University courses, and get yourself a good job in the future. How fun your JC life would be, really depends on you and the friends you make, and the willingness to step out of your comfort zone. What seems to be a boring school for many, could actually give you the best memories, and it is possible to not enjoy yourself in what they called a exciting school.

Well said!
There is no jc that is totally fun or totally boring. Nor is there a jc which every single student will have the same opinion about it. What we hear may not be reflective of that jc too unless one experiences it himself and his experience may differ from a fella schoolmate and both may draw different conclusions out of it. One man's meat is another man's poison.
I am sure MOE will provide adequate facilities to all the non-independent jcs and not favoring one over another. Any extra 'perks' will most probably be contributed by the jc's alumni or clan and it's something a student need not fuss over if his jc doesn't have them. He will be there for a mere 2 years and it's not his permanent abode.
What matters most is that the student has enjoyed and benefited from the program in his jc and has no regret choosing it.

[raspberrybunny63]

MommyDearest:

I'm currently looking for a private tutor (preferably male) to coach my DS in H2 Chemistry. He will be taking his 'A' Levels this year. We are staying in the East.

Appreciate any referral to a responsible & experienced tutor. TIA!!

Hi, saw your post looking for H2 Chem for your DS. Was wondering have you gotten one orie. Is the tutor worthy of recommending? If yes, may I please ask for your help to let me have his contact. Thanks a lot for your help. :thankyou:

[phtthp]

A level results out this Fri (23 Feb), 2.30 pm

[proton]

normally use school notes is good enough. Not really need additional assessment books.


My child’s tutor last time also say just notes and TYS are good enough. She gave notes though.

[smileplease]

raspberrybunny63:

MommyDearest:

I'm currently looking for a private tutor (preferably male) to coach my DS in H2 Chemistry. He will be taking his 'A' Levels this year. We are staying in the East.

Appreciate any referral to a responsible & experienced tutor. TIA!!

Hi, saw your post looking for H2 Chem for your DS. Was wondering have you gotten one orie. Is the tutor worthy of recommending? If yes, may I please ask for your help to let me have his contact. Thanks a lot for your help. :thankyou:

My girl's chemistry H2 tutor is good but his house is in sengkang, do you want the contact?

[smileplease]

raspberrybunny63:

MommyDearest:

I'm currently looking for a private tutor (preferably male) to coach my DS in H2 Chemistry. He will be taking his 'A' Levels this year. We are staying in the East.

Appreciate any referral to a responsible & experienced tutor. TIA!!

Hi, saw your post looking for H2 Chem for your DS. Was wondering have you gotten one orie. Is the tutor worthy of recommending? If yes, may I please ask for your help to let me have his contact. Thanks a lot for your help. :thankyou:

My girl's chemistry H2 tutor is good but his house is in sengkang, do you want the contact?

[Nicktan0301]

Hi all is it possible for a dsa student in jc to transfer to other jc?

[emoh]

Nicktan0301:

Hi all is it possible for a dsa student in jc to transfer to other jc?

Students successfully admitted to their DSA schools will not be allowed to participate in the annual JAE. They will also not be allowed to transfer to another school after the release of the GCE ‘O’ Level examination results. Students are expected to honour the commitment to the DSA school.

https://www.moe.gov.sg/admissions/direct-admissions/dsa-jc