Dunman High School (Junior High)

[CLOcean]

ksks\" post_id=\"2047839\" time=\"1637747570\" user_id=\"1042:

As my child has DSA-ed into DHS, I would like to buy uniform in advance.

Can a parent (esp Year1) comment on whether 2 sets of uniforms (blouse n skirt), 2 sets of polo-T, 2 sets of PE T-shirt and PE shorts are sufficient?

How many days in a week can a student wear polo shirt?
Are PE T shirt n pants bought from a different vendor (not Shanghai)?
Thanks.

Only need to wear uniform on Monday and Polo T on Friday, the rest of the day is PE attire/Polo T.

[putien]

FantasyLandDreams\" post_id=\"2047816\" time=\"1637744531\" user_id=\"105816:

putien\" post_id=\"2047795\" time=\"1637741183\" user_id=\"29927:

[quote=ksks post_id=2047784 time=1637739816 user_id=1042]

Thanks. Any 2nd tier criteria? Like minimum grade for English, Chinese or Maths?

Y1 - Y4 at least a C in English.
The GPA of the subjects considered for Y1 - Y4 differ. e.g. For Y1-Y2: average of grade points of English + Higher Chinese + Maths + Best 3 Other Subjects

Oh Higher Chinese grade is compulsory in the gpa computation? I thought it is based on L1R5 instead whereby you can choose either English or Higher Chinese as the L1 for the gpa computation? No ah?[/quote]Y1- Y2 both first languages must be included in the computation.
Y3 - Y4 one of the first languages must be used for computation. The other first language may be used in one of the R.

[nerov]

Hi parents,


May I know how many sets of formal/polo/PE attires are needed for a week?

Thanks!

[bbrooster]

nerov\" post_id=\"2048224\" time=\"1637821368\" user_id=\"16273:

Hi parents,

May I know how many sets of formal/polo/PE attires are needed for a week?

Thanks!

Hi! I would recommend having one set of uniform blouse and one polo tee, as these are only worn once a week (blouse on Monday, polo on Friday). I think 2 sets of PE (shorts and tshirt) will be a good start and 3 pairs of skirts. Personally, I only change my skirt every 2 days. Hope this helps!

[nerov]

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nerov\" post_id=\"2048224\" time=\"1637821368\" user_id=\"16273:

Hi parents,

May I know how many sets of formal/polo/PE attires are needed for a week?

Thanks!

Hi! I would recommend having one set of uniform blouse and one polo tee, as these are only worn once a week (blouse on Monday, polo on Friday). I think 2 sets of PE (shorts and tshirt) will be a good start and 3 pairs of skirts. Personally, I only change my skirt every 2 days. Hope this helps!

Thanks, bbrooster! What tops are to be worn on Tues to Thurs then?

[bbrooster]

nerov\" post_id=\"2048441\" time=\"1637852207\" user_id=\"16273:

bbrooster\" post_id=\"2048324\" time=\"1637834889\" user_id=\"42663:

[quote=nerov post_id=2048224 time=1637821368 user_id=16273]Hi parents,

May I know how many sets of formal/polo/PE attires are needed for a week?

Thanks!

Hi! I would recommend having one set of uniform blouse and one polo tee, as these are only worn once a week (blouse on Monday, polo on Friday). I think 2 sets of PE (shorts and tshirt) will be a good start and 3 pairs of skirts. Personally, I only change my skirt every 2 days. Hope this helps!

Thanks, bbrooster! What tops are to be worn on Tues to Thurs then?[/quote]oh! We are allowed to wear any school-based tee we want. When you enter, you get an orientation tee, you can wear that, or PE shirt. As you go along, you collect more t-shirts like CCA tee, class tee, Dunman tee. T-shirts are more comfortable for our weather hope this helps

[simplycho]

hi all! my child is considering between DHS, VS and HCI for 2022 intake so would like to find out the culture in DHS and what made your child enjoy DHS


DHS was my husband’s alma mater and he strongly believes in the character building which DHS has, which has shaped his character and forged many great friendships which lasted till this day.

building character is our primary focus when researching for a secondary school for my child, with strong moral values

however, as DHS was still not an IP school in my husband’s era, I’m wondering if anyone knows how the past cohorts have fared for A levels?

The current indicative COP for DHS is 4-8, while my child scored 6 with a merit in HCL, i do feel anxious placing him in an IP track


thanks in advance for reading my post

[ksks]

Can I check whether Year 1 student needs to buy a laptop or ipad? If yes, is the order taken via the school? Thanks

[putien]

ksks\" post_id=\"2048504\" time=\"1637881593\" user_id=\"1042:

Can I check whether Year 1 student needs to buy a laptop or ipad? If yes, is the order taken via the school? Thanks

All Y1 students will buy a PLD (personal learning device). The school will give the model, configuration and take order before placing a bulk order with the vendor.

[putien]

simplycho\" post_id=\"2048493\" time=\"1637864978\" user_id=\"39507:

hi all! my child is considering between DHS, VS and HCI for 2022 intake so would like to find out the culture in DHS and what made your child enjoy DHS

DHS was my husband’s alma mater and he strongly believes in the character building which DHS has, which has shaped his character and forged many great friendships which lasted till this day.

building character is our primary focus when researching for a secondary school for my child, with strong moral values

however, as DHS was still not an IP school in my husband’s era, I’m wondering if anyone knows how the past cohorts have fared for A levels?

The current indicative COP for DHS is 4-8, while my child scored 6 with a merit in HCL, i do feel anxious placing him in an IP track


thanks in advance for reading my post

My hubby and I were considering RI, HCI and DHS last year. Our primary focus was, and still is, character building and strong moral values. We preferred a small close knit environment where the A-level cohort size is smaller ~400 (vs ~800-1200 in larger JCs). This is because the two years in JC are short and by the time one adapts to a new campus, make new friends etc one year would have gone by. Choosing DHS minimises these changes. A co-ed school may also help boys and girls to gain a fresh perspective from each other intellectually, develop socially, and become more confident in expressing their views in the presence of members of the opposite sex and leaves them with a wider, more diverse network of friends. If your child wants to experience JC life, then I think a real JC (i.e .HCJC or VJC) will be a preferred choice because the dynamics is totally different from DHS.

My child made the final decision to join DHS and enjoys it - likes the proximity (we stay in the east) and the 16 canteen stalls offering pretty good choices and variety. lol

For A level results, pls refer to https://dunmanhigh.moe.edu.sg/?s=a+level+results
and discussion on comparison of A level results between larger JCs (HCJC, VJC etc) and smaller ones (DHS/RVHS)
https://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=40&t=67330&start=2930

If your child is a self-directed learner, he will be fine in an IP track.

Most importantly, talk to him about the school choices - pros, cons and let him decide where he wants to spend the next 4-6 years of his student life. Intrinsic motivation is important when the going gets tough.

You may want to check out DHS virtual open house too: https://dunmanhigh.moe.edu.sg/e-openhouse-nov2021/