Logo
    • Education
      • Pre-School
      • Primary Schools Directory
      • Primary Schools Articles
      • P1 Registration
      • DSA
      • PSLE
      • Secondary
      • Tertiary
      • Special Needs
    • Lifestyle
      • Well-being
    • Activities
      • Events
    • Enrichment & Services
      • Find A Service Provider
      • Enrichment Articles
      • Enrichment Services
      • Tuition Centre/Private Tutor
      • Infant Care/ Childcare / Student Care Centre
      • Kindergarten/Preschool
      • Private Institutions and International Schools
      • Special Needs
      • Indoor & Outdoor Playgrounds
      • Paediatrics
      • Neonatal Care
    • Forum
    • ASKQ
    • Register
    • Login

    [Seng Kang] Primary Schools

    Scheduled Pinned Locked Moved Primary Schools - Selection & Registration
    1.3k Posts 367 Posters 549.2k Views 1 Watching
    Loading More Posts
    • Oldest to Newest
    • Newest to Oldest
    • Most Votes
    Reply
    • Reply as topic
    Log in to reply
    This topic has been deleted. Only users with topic management privileges can see it.
    • LexyL Offline
      Lexy
      last edited by

      floppy\" post_id=\"1987492\" time=\"1595568799\" user_id=\"97579:

      Lexy\" post_id=\"1987474\" time=\"1595565112\" user_id=\"12180:


      You are the king la, nowadays i dont dare to give a confirm chop sure comment. Anyway, if everything equal in terms of (overall) vacancies available for this year and next, its gg to be very tough next year (upgrade version of the intensity)

      SD has 53 places remaining. Zero take up so far for Phase 2B. How many are you expecting today? I say not more than 5. Therefore, there will be over 100 places for 2C. Realistically, there won’t be more than 100 SC < 1km applying lah.

      2b is always a non event for SD. i have 106 available flashing in my head for 2C , just cannot get past of the 135 applied SD in 2018 how many is within 1km SC (its balloting for PR within 1km that year)

      1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
      • MerlionInGermanyM Offline
        MerlionInGermany
        last edited by

        Iseearainbow\" post_id=\"1987483\" time=\"1595566545\" user_id=\"185216:

        I can apply sd and nc under phase 2b and I have register nc under phase 2b yesterday...
        when I see the stats for nc, I went hysterical coz I was afraid I lost my chance at my 2nd choice school, i.e. sd as I worried if I apply under phase 2c for sd, I may not get it.... for both sd and nc, I am within 1-2km...

        so I am now stuck here, whether I should withdraw nc and re-apply sd under phase 2b as i am v afraid I cannot get into sd under phase 2c... I don't mind taking a shot at nc under phase 2b if I know I will confirm get in sd under phase 2c...

        why I am so worried is bc, I scare both of my options will be gone if on hindsight, I should just apply sd under phase 2b... Would I stand a chance at springdale for phase 2c?

        Could anyone help explain how was the take-up rate of 52% derived for 82 applicants compared to 70 vacancies? not very sure how TUR can help parents in planning *blur*

        \"So far TUR quite low at 52%, you might have a good chance to ballot 1-2km or even balloting only for >2km.\"
        I have never analysed the numbers before but I want to say this.

        1) If NC 1-2km balloted out in 2B, and SD 1-2km balloted out in 2C, do you have a sure-in 2CS school you are happy with?

        If yes, you do have a happy-2CS, then skip Q2.
        If no, go to Q2.

        2) Why in the first place, do you prefer NC to SD? Is it just the name? My friend’s daughter, was badly (mentally) bullied in NC because she is not clever, she is now in Sec 1 NA. Her younger brother enjoys NC because he is good in his work. Another friend’s son failed at 1km 2C NC ballot, the son went to Anchor Green 2CS, now pirmary 2, very happy. Said it was a blessing in disguise. My point is, the name is only a name.

        1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
        • DavischewD Offline
          Davischew
          last edited by

          Ok if we view it objectively, most people will want a taste of popularity if it is not too risky to take. Else as per say, i do believe every school is a good school, as long as you are learning something along the way.

          1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
          • MerlionInGermanyM Offline
            MerlionInGermany
            last edited by

            Davischew\" post_id=\"1987504\" time=\"1595571550\" user_id=\"132882:

            Ok if we view it objectively, most people will want a taste of popularity if it is not too risky to take.
            Therefore if there is a happy-2CS (worst case scenario), then stick to NC 1-2km 2B.
            If there isn’t, then think very hard why NC is preferred to SD.

            1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
            • DavischewD Offline
              Davischew
              last edited by

              MerlionInGermany\" post_id=\"1987506\" time=\"1595571868\" user_id=\"2964:

              Davischew\" post_id=\"1987504\" time=\"1595571550\" user_id=\"132882:

              Ok if we view it objectively, most people will want a taste of popularity if it is not too risky to take.

              Therefore if there is a happy-2CS (worst case scenario), then stick to NC 1-2km 2B.
              If there isn’t, then think very hard why NC is preferred to SD.

              Don't need 2CS in this case, SD 2C 1-2km already sure in.

              1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
              • I Offline
                Iseearainbow
                last edited by

                i am very appreciative to all those who have responded and shared their views… i guess, it is my duty to try my best to try to get my child into the best school possible… nc was recognised as one of the better school in SK as u can see from past balloting… surely this school must have its own merits that warrant so many parents fighting for a place…


                update: nc has called me that i do not have a chance for balloting… hence i have withdrawn my application and resubmit a new one today… do note that if a parent wishes to withdraw, they still need to email the school to inform the withdrawal as the school need to issue a withdraw letter in order for the new school to accept in system… (i just went through the withdrawal process via email as the new school called me that NC need to withdraw in the system)

                1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                • floppyF Offline
                  floppy
                  last edited by

                  At least 72 SC within 1km. That is really something

                  1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                  • LexyL Offline
                    Lexy
                    last edited by

                    Iseearainbow\" post_id=\"1987527\" time=\"1595577469\" user_id=\"185216:

                    i am very appreciative to all those who have responded and shared their views... i guess, it is my duty to try my best to try to get my child into the best school possible... nc was recognised as one of the better school in SK as u can see from past balloting... surely this school must have its own merits that warrant so many parents fighting for a place..

                    update: nc has called me that i do not have a chance for balloting... hence i have withdrawn my application and resubmit a new one today... do note that if a parent wishes to withdraw, they still need to email the school to inform the withdrawal as the school need to issue a withdraw letter in order for the new school to accept in system.. (i just went through the withdrawal process via email as the new school called me that NC need to withdraw in the system)
                    Its good that NC called you up, there is no wrong of what you are doing. Parents would want the best for the children. That's why we are \"station\" here to support the parents who need help.

                    1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                    • S Offline
                      SiminC
                      last edited by

                      Hi Parents,


                      Will be enrolling my son for Phase 2C soon. We are contemplating between North Vista and Rivervale.

                      NVPS - we are within 1 km and based on 2B results there shld be abt 135 vacancies so shld be able to get in. But looking through the school website it seems quite limited in areas like CCAs

                      Rivervale - school offerings seem more impressive and we’ve heard good reviews but of coz it’s more popular and we are in the 1-2 km category. Based on 2B results there shld be ard 127 vacancies left.

                      Question is which shld we go for? Will we have a chance for Rivervale?

                      1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                      • DavischewD Offline
                        Davischew
                        last edited by

                        SiminC\" post_id=\"1987630\" time=\"1595645926\" user_id=\"187221:

                        Hi Parents,

                        Will be enrolling my son for Phase 2C soon. We are contemplating between North Vista and Rivervale.

                        NVPS - we are within 1 km and based on 2B results there shld be abt 135 vacancies so shld be able to get in. But looking through the school website it seems quite limited in areas like CCAs

                        Rivervale - school offerings seem more impressive and we’ve heard good reviews but of coz it’s more popular and we are in the 1-2 km category. Based on 2B results there shld be ard 127 vacancies left.

                        Question is which shld we go for? Will we have a chance for Rivervale?
                        Rivervale usually ballot <1km. North Vista sure in.

                        1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0

                        Hello! It looks like you're interested in this conversation, but you don't have an account yet.

                        Getting fed up of having to scroll through the same posts each visit? When you register for an account, you'll always come back to exactly where you were before, and choose to be notified of new replies (either via email, or push notification). You'll also be able to save bookmarks and upvote posts to show your appreciation to other community members.

                        With your input, this post could be even better 💗

                        Register Login
                        • 1
                        • 2
                        • 120
                        • 121
                        • 122
                        • 123
                        • 124
                        • 128
                        • 129
                        • 122 / 129
                        • First post
                          Last post



                        Online Users

                        Statistics

                        2

                        Online

                        211.2k

                        Users

                        34.5k

                        Topics

                        1.8m

                        Posts
                        Popular Topics
                        New to the KiasuParents forum? Tips and Tricks!
                        P1 Registration 2027 Changes
                        DSA Discussions and Strategies
                        PSLE Discussions and Strategies
                        How much do you spend on the kids' tuition/enrichments?
                        SkillsFuture + anything related to upskilling/learning something new!

                          About Us Contact Us forum Terms of Service Privacy Policy