Raffles Girls' School (Secondary) [*IP]

[sob7]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi parents,

My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

1) Some will have tuition , have to find the time.Most subjects in Y1-Y2 are ok, but it gets tougher in Y3 depending on the subject combo. Its the same for most Sec schools I guess

2) That is a valid concern for most parents, but the teachers encourage and will give opportunities to everyone.
With presentations and group discussions, they will take turns to voice their opinion

3) CCA is a hit or miss, there will be selection trials by students and teachers , if first round not selected will be offered available slots.
Music CCA, priority is for those that DSA music, then will go same process as above.

Cheers

[Reenie]

sob7\" post_id=\"2048745\" time=\"1637922637\" user_id=\"135725:

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi parents,

My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

1) Some will have tuition , have to find the time.Most subjects in Y1-Y2 are ok, but it gets tougher in Y3 depending on the subject combo. Its the same for most Sec schools I guess

2) That is a valid concern for most parents, but the teachers encourage and will give opportunities to everyone.
With presentations and group discussions, they will take turns to voice their opinion

3) CCA is a hit or miss, there will be selection trials by students and teachers , if first round not selected will be offered available slots.
Music CCA, priority is for those that DSA music, then will go same process as above.

Cheers

Thank you so much for taking time to answer my questions! It means so much to us. It really helps the parents to make a decision and for that, I’m really grateful. Have a wonderful weekends.

[Zeal mummy]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi parents,

My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

Hi Reenie,

1. My daughter doesn’t have any tuition and copes fine. Teachers are available for consultations and that is the better option as I think not many tuition center follows the IP curriculum closely. She is going Year 2 next year.

2. Yes there are many confident speakers and leaders. My daughter is not vocal, but she is a confident speaker. She made many friends and have a closer group of friends now after year 1.

3. It is indeed rather competitive as there are limited slots. It depends on her piano grade, but there are sufficient slots for the aesthetics like band, strings, orchestra and choir, so she should be alright.

Hope this helps!

[Zeal mummy]

KCmummy@049\" post_id=\"2048381\" time=\"1637845232\" user_id=\"193649:

Hi parents, can you advise me about the culture and the environment in RGS? I am shortlisting a few schools, and RGS is one of my consideration for submission next week. However, I understand it is very competitive and stressful. I will like to understand the support, the culture, the teachers and the students?
Please do help for those who have a much in depth into RGS.
thanks alot in advance!

Generally the girls are friendly and helpful, like most schools, in year 1, they make new friends, choose their CCA, adapt to the new curriculum and environment. Honestly, it is competitive but not stressful. The year just flew by in a flash!

[Reenie]

Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2048768\" time=\"1637926993\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2048768 time=1637926993 user_id=58173]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi Reenie,

1. My daughter doesn’t have any tuition and copes fine. Teachers are available for consultations and that is the better option as I think not many tuition center follows the IP curriculum closely. She is going Year 2 next year.

2. Yes there are many confident speakers and leaders. My daughter is not vocal, but she is a confident speaker. She made many friends and have a closer group of friends now after year 1.

3. It is indeed rather competitive as there are limited slots. It depends on her piano grade, but there are sufficient slots for the aesthetics like band, strings, orchestra and choir, so she should be alright.

Hope this helps!

Thank you so much for replying as well I can’t express how grateful I am to hear from parents here. Thank you so much. I feel more confident now that she is making a wise choice.

[totorosy]

Hi everyone! Looking for transport options for my girl joining RGS next year from Katong/Joo Chiat/Marine Parade area. Was wondering if anyone is keen to share a ride (Grab, etc). Thanks!

[emoh]

totorosy\" post_id=\"2049107\" time=\"1638021032\" user_id=\"9095:

Hi everyone! Looking for transport options for my girl joining RGS next year from Katong/Joo Chiat/Marine Parade area. Was wondering if anyone is keen to share a ride (Grab, etc). Thanks!

u can explore bus 59 from Jin Eunos that will bring u to the braddell MRT bus stop via PIE quite fast

[totorosy]

Thank you, Emoh! Would you happen to know if there is parent chat group for the incoming batch? Would like to connect with other parents within Katong area to see if we can make transport arrangements.

[mummydarling]

Hi,

What is the timing for school start and end on a typical day that don’t have cca?
And also what time will the girls release for day with cca ?
Thanks!

[boinkys]

mummydarling\" post_id=\"2049304\" time=\"1638082109\" user_id=\"82246:

Hi,
What is the timing for school start and end on a typical day that don’t have cca?
And also what time will the girls release for day with cca ?
Thanks!

school usually ends around 1.20-1.30, but can stretch till 2.20/2.30 as the time in between are study blocks. if I'm not wrong, cca usually stretches till around 5+ but it varies! my cca stretches till 6+ on some days