2021 PSLE Discussions and Strategies (Children born in 2009)
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AHsDad\" post_id=\"2047411\" time=\"1637594420\" user_id=\"172457:
I think maybe swc is saying 30 dropped out of RGS instead of exited RGS IP? I recall reading an article years ago about DSA IP students having to take o levels, probably due to poor results and then didn’t perform well in the Os.
Regarding IP dropout rate, ST reported that roughly around 6% of 4000 IP students exit the program midway through. That’s about 240 per year.lee_yl\" post_id=\"2047189\" time=\"1637474071\" user_id=\"17023:
[quote=Swc post_id=2047172 time=1637469200 user_id=178585]
I remember when I attended RGS DSA briefing a few years back, the statistic given was less than 30 has exited RGS since the introduction of IP program in RGS. Not 20+ per year definitely.
If RGS has only fewer than 30 IP dropouts in history since the introduction of IP, ohh…. then it’s a pretty amazing achievement
But for these 6% dropout, assuming before Sec 4, surely they will receive some tutoring on the o levels syllabus right? Actually how different exactly is O levels and IP syllabus?[/quote]What is the difference between dropping out of RGS and exiting RGS IP program?
If 30 dropped out RGS then how many RGS girls exited IP?
Let’s say a sec 2 student couldn’t cope with IP and decided to go aboard to further studies, this is classified as exiting the IP program? -
[quote]What can students look forward to in the next phase of their education journey? How can they choose schools that are right for them? Hear from students and parents in this video that provides an overview of the different kinds of schools and the experiences in store.[/quote]
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lee_yl\" post_id=\"2047464\" time=\"1637641683\" user_id=\"17023:
To me, I would classify this as “exiting the program”.
Let’s say a sec 2 student couldn’t cope with IP and decided to go aboard to further studies, this is classified as exiting the IP program?
But I think, to the school, this would not be classified as exiting the program. Because if they are counting these, how can there be fewer than 30 since 2006? I think they are only counting those that have been made to leave. And this would be a small number.
And quoting the number for those made to leave, is also not wrong from an open house / publicity point of view, because the school cant control those who leave on their own (struggling or not). Clearly the school thinks they are allowed to stay (same year or promote) but they chose to leave. -
Hi all bringing back the questions that i have posted earlier in this thread with regards to placement of school choices but it didnt seems very applicable at that point in time. In lieu of the result release tomorrow its now the time to seek your opinions . Based on prelim results of AL 13 and we are staying at Hougang area. Heres the few schools that we are looking at with PLMGS ranked the desired school .
PLMGS COP ( 8 -11 )
CHIJ SJC COP ( 9 - 13 )
Presbyterian COP ( 8 -13 )
Holy Innocents COP( 10-15 )
Q1) Should the PSLE results remains at AL13 should we even try to put a placing for PLMGS since the COP is 11 ?
Q2) Assuming that we go ahead and place PLMGS as 1st choice in the hope that this year COP is higher its still a risk to take and so 2nd school choice becomes crucial , in my case i should perharps put Holy Innocents as 2nd choice in order to at least secure a sure place at Holy with COP at 15 ?
Q3) Have heard not so good feedback from friends on CHIJ SJC , have discussed with my child but she doesnt seems affected by the negative comments .
We have watched the open house for the school above .
Hoping to score some pointers or gain more insight and sharings from the experienced parents here .
Thank you so much . -
manorway\" post_id=\"2047427\" time=\"1637611968\" user_id=\"9303:
It’s time we move on as this post by CCK2008 is full of errors. This post is somewhat confusing everyone, because of his other child that goes to NYGH. What he wrote was for NYGH. RGS girls goes to RI and there is NO O-levels in RGS.
Sorry now I am confused. Is there still a RJC? Don't RGS girls go to RI for Year 5 and 6?CCK2008\" post_id=\"2046979\" time=\"1637308934\" user_id=\"26004:
Same for RGS, RJC is partner JC for RGS, for those RGS who eventually do o level, they have no affiliation to any JC. However, understand that for both NYGH and RGS, no who did o level are very few, 20+ odd for each cohort each year.
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SJV2608\" post_id=\"2047514\" time=\"1637652355\" user_id=\"188063:
Q1. Yes. You should put that as first choice.
Hi all bringing back the questions that i have posted earlier in this thread with regards to placement of school choices but it didnt seems very applicable at that point in time. In lieu of the result release tomorrow its now the time to seek your opinions . Based on prelim results of AL 13 and we are staying at Hougang area. Heres the few schools that we are looking at with PLMGS ranked the desired school .
PLMGS COP ( 8 -11 )
CHIJ SJC COP ( 9 - 13 )
Presbyterian COP ( 8 -13 )
Holy Innocents COP( 10-15 )
Q1) Should the PSLE results remains at AL13 should we even try to put a placing for PLMGS since the COP is 11 ?
Q2) Assuming that we go ahead and place PLMGS as 1st choice in the hope that this year COP is higher its still a risk to take and so 2nd school choice becomes crucial , in my case i should perharps put Holy Innocents as 2nd choice in order to at least secure a sure place at Holy with COP at 15 ?
Q3) Have heard not so good feedback from friends on CHIJ SJC , have discussed with my child but she doesnt seems affected by the negative comments .
We have watched the open house for the school above .
Hoping to score some pointers or gain more insight and sharings from the experienced parents here .
Thank you so much .
Q2. You could put COP 12/13/14 as your 2nd-4th choices, if you like. COP 15 can be your 5th, and another for one for 6th as a safety net.
Q3. I didn’t understand this question. -
Hi zeal mummy thank you so much for responding.
I am full of anxiety and questions on the placementof school choices and so overwhelmed with the information shared in this thread as i read on . My concern is pretty trival as compared to some of the concerns as mentioned , is how to work around the school choices in the best interest of my child .
Q2) First of all it somehwhat felt comforting to read your reply as you made the choices so promising perharps you are stronger in your thoughts and experience. Am i being too over concerned here , the reason why holy innocents is placed 2nd is so that i can be sure i will endup getting into my 2nd choice ( holy innocents ) and not try my luck again and again putting schools withCOP 12/13/14 as 2 ,3 ,4 . Holy Innocent at 5th placing is gona be a challegne eventually and i may end up with no shcools as compared to somone who has placed Holy innocents as 1st and me @ 5th placing ? Correct me if i,m wrong
3) My apology ‘the school does not have good review’ what is your take on this school ? I have a friend who mentioned that CHIJ SJC is not an ideal choice and a neighbour who also shared similar view . As mentioned we have watched the virtual open house of all the schools above. PLMGS scored points as first no doubt and my gut feel 2nd choice is a tie breaker between presbyterain and CHIJ SJC . Hence i would like to gather some comments / feedback here with regards to CHIJ SJC maybe exisitng students or parents who has child in this school will be able to do some sharings as i am being netural here . My child has nil feedback on both schools when i asked her . Just wanting to know more information which will greatly aid in my choices .
Thank you all. Appreciate all inputs -
SJV2608\" post_id=\"2047536\" time=\"1637656400\" user_id=\"188063:
I dont have insider info on both schools, but I thought I might highlight that it is quite hard to get to SJC, unless you have a direct bus from home to SJC. Otherwise I think most of them take the LRT from SK MRT.
3) …. and my gut feel 2nd choice is a tie breaker between presbyterain and CHIJ SJC . …
As for PHS, I think there is major construction outside the school. You should travel there to take a look. The last time I was there, they didnt even have wide enough pavement for pedestrian to wait at the crossing. And it was not sheltered. If it rains, and if there is not enough pavement for you to stand and wait, it can be dangerous? I dont know how the situation is right now, but you should check.
If Holy Innocent is nearby, could be ok to just go with it. Afterall, holy innocent, sjc, phs, are all about the same. Travel all the way for something similar doesnt seem to make much sense.
Plus your fear of you putting it 5th vs a neighbour who puts it 1st, and both of you having the same score, then the neighbour will get in first, and you end up with no school (your words) is a valid concern. Afterall, if you dont have big dislike for holy innocent, why not just go with it for peace of mind. SJC and PHS are not very much more superior. -
Hi Merlion In Germany thank you so much for your input. So glad to hear from your perspective. We have a direct bus to SJC from our house just disturbed by what i heard and of course not having nuch information on either school ( SJC & PHS ) . Our consideration for school choices is mainly a school nearby of course with a little travelling is fine ( eg: areas like amk , sengkeng etc we had wanted TKGS initially but its too far ) , and of course the COP that my child is eligible for and also the virtual open house . PHS seems relatively better ( COP + School compound etc on virtual ) as compared to Holy Innocents.But because of the fear of havin no school the easy way out is to put holy innocents at 2nd place instead of PLMGS, SJC, PHS , Holy innocents as what was preferred . Of course the choices will change depending on the final results. I like to get myself prepared with at least an idea and hence this post . Thank you once again for all your sharings . More is welcome ……
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Hi,
Anyone have any idea tomo result will be released 11 sharp or could be earlier ?
Thanks in advance!
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