DSA 2022
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My kid just started P6, thanks for this thread!
Can anyone please help me understand this point in the moe website \"Your child’s PSLE score still matters. Students offered placement in a DSA-Sec school still need a PSLE score that qualifies them for the course offered by the school.\"?
What AL score is necessary to qualify in case the kid gets a CO from school of choice? We have not yet decided on which schools to apply for yet, domain will be math and science. He seems keen on NUSH. Any inputs is much appreciated, thanks in advance!
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Lavanya123\" post_id=\"2055297\" time=\"1641860838\" user_id=\"143620:
Think of DSA as the school actually examining the student before PSLE. So if he is accepted for DSA, it means the school has passed him and is willing to take the risk of taking him in. In the past, the minimum score you must attain is for PSLE is for entry into the school at the right level, ie. you must attain a t-score of 200. I'm not sure what you must attain now with AL levels.
My kid just started P6, thanks for this thread!
Can anyone please help me understand this point in the moe website \"Your child’s PSLE score still matters. Students offered placement in a DSA-Sec school still need a PSLE score that qualifies them for the course offered by the school.\"?
What AL score is necessary to qualify in case the kid gets a CO from school of choice? We have not yet decided on which schools to apply for yet, domain will be math and science. He seems keen on NUSH. Any inputs is much appreciated, thanks in advance! -
ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2055299\" time=\"1641861465\" user_id=\"3:
For IP stream it would be 20 in order for the CO not to be voided.
Think of DSA as the school actually examining the student before PSLE. So if he is accepted for DSA, it means the school has passed him and is willing to take the risk of taking him in. In the past, the minimum score you must attain is for PSLE is for entry into the school at the right level, ie. you must attain a t-score of 200. I'm not sure what you must attain now with AL levels. -
Beloved3\" post_id=\"2055296\" time=\"1641860539\" user_id=\"179743:
I think (not absolutely sure) that the ACSI boys are only exempted from UG if they are in a Sports CCA on a competitive basis (whether DSA in or otherwise).
Hi everyone. Does anyone know if one DSA to ACSI via robotics or chess, does he still need to do UG? Thanks.
All the best to your DS! -
zac's mum\" post_id=\"2055303\" time=\"1641862535\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2055303 time=1641862535 user_id=53606]
Ok
For IP stream it would be 20 in order for the CO not to be voided.[/quote] -
Form submission to MOE portal is standard, as I described. However, depending on each school and domain, might have other requirements to email to the school separately, within a certain date.
Eg. Sports/music to submit videos or art/language to submit past works. Maths/Science nothing extra.
Personal statement is not required unless explicitly stated. Teachers have to manually look through the submissions so its best the “resume” aka MOE form, is clear and succinct.
Below is an example of requirements for RGS for your clearer picture. Other schools may deviate only slightly
https://www.rgs.edu.sg/qql/slot/u551/Admissions/2021%20DSA-RGS_TalentInfo.pdf -
AHsDad\" post_id=\"2055307\" time=\"1641864187\" user_id=\"172457:
Thanks for the pdf!
Form submission to MOE portal is standard, as I described. However, depending on each school and domain, might have other requirements to email to the school separately, within a certain date.
Eg. Sports/music to submit videos or art/language to submit past works. Maths/Science nothing extra.
Personal statement is not required unless explicitly stated. Teachers have to manually look through the submissions so its best the “resume” aka MOE form, is clear and succinct.
Below is an example of requirements for RGS for your clearer picture. Other schools may deviate only slightly
https://www.rgs.edu.sg/qql/slot/u551/Admissions/2021%20DSA-RGS_TalentInfo.pdf -
I am struggling to narrow down the three DSA school choices for my son(started P6 this year). He is keen on applying through math/science domain. He generally reads a lot and in recent years enjoys more about science, rather quite advanced science actually.
Here is a glimpse into his overall profile : He is in E2K science and Math Olympiad programs in his school, got a couple of Gold medals in math and science olympiads conducted by SIMCC (not all gold ofcourse, it ranges from gold to participation
) and a bronze in NMOS last year(P5), participated in science buskers and Sony creative competitions(P5)
But his SA1 and SA2 scores are generally not consistent(P4 math 100 but P5 92, and sometimes it dips below 90 too, bit of a wild card actually, just like his olympiad results, you never know what to expect!).
Considering the above what three schools would you recommend for him?
NUSH seems to be one suitable choice so far.
I donno where and how to start looking! Help!!
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I am editing this post after seeing this useful resource : https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/sg.parent
Much thanks to the person posting it! It helped me narrow down my choices. But I would still love to have recommendations based on school ethos/culture etc in general among the schools that offer DSA through Science and Math. Thanks in advance! -
Hi KSP,
Planning to apply dsa for my girl (P6 this year) via Drama. She is an average-score student. We already planned our choices of schools. But recently read about IB vs A level edu-structure. Seem IB is more oral presentation and research (dunno whether I m wrong or not). And also IB is for v good results students. I find it more suitable for my girl who is more vocal and like to do research based and writing. SATA seem to be IB and an option. But with my DD’s average results, I am wondering am I having whimsical idea or what? Or just don’t think too much, follow the original plan. Just want to know more and having better understanding. LOL! Thanks! -
Knowingmore\" post_id=\"2055343\" time=\"1641875194\" user_id=\"191620:
You are right about IB, its a totally different way of learning. Some kids seem to fare better in IB after switching to it based on some of my friends experience. You may want to do more research and find out if it will suit your kid. Dont know about SATA though.
Hi KSP,
Planning to apply dsa for my girl (P6 this year) via Drama. She is an average-score student. We already planned our choices of schools. But recently read about IB vs A level edu-structure. Seem IB is more oral presentation and research (dunno whether I m wrong or not). And also IB is for v good results students. I find it more suitable for my girl who is more vocal and like to do research based and writing. SATA seem to be IB and an option. But with my DD's average results, I am wondering am I having whimsical idea or what? Or just don't think too much, follow the original plan. Just want to know more and having better understanding. LOL! Thanks!
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