Raffles Girls' School (Secondary) [*IP]

[Momo70]

Marvelous\" post_id=\"2079193\" time=\"1660999263\" user_id=\"48757:

Thank you for sharing, slmkhoo & Momo70 😀

Last point to take note:

Although the minimum passing is GPA2.0.
Usually those are weaker students and most likely they will not be able to cope with 9 or 10 subjects. Just like any normal secondary school.

Actually the school has highlighted that there is no advantage for a “10 subjects” student over a “ 8 subjects” student.

For example - a science student doing triple science in Y3/Y4 - when they reach Y5/Y6 they will only be able to do double science.

Either Chem/Phy or Chem/Bio.

Hope this helps. 😃

[Marvelous]

Thank you for sharing, Momo70

Appreciate that!
:thankyou:

[Reenie]

Hi! May I know for RS (research studies) in Y2, is it a compulsory to pass subject? What’s the commitment like? Is it going to take up a lot of time after school? Thanks!

[manorway]

Momo70\" post_id=\"2079902\" time=\"1661566036\" user_id=\"189715:

Last point to take note:

Although the minimum passing is GPA2.0.
Usually those are weaker students and most likely they will not be able to cope with 9 or 10 subjects. Just like any normal secondary school.

Actually the school has highlighted that there is no advantage for a “10 subjects” student over a “ 8 subjects” student.

For example - a science student doing triple science in Y3/Y4 - when they reach Y5/Y6 they will only be able to do double science.

Either Chem/Phy or Chem/Bio.

Hope this helps. 😃

Just out of curiosity, for one to make it to RGS, their PSLE grades must already be really good. Top 5% of SG? So who are the struggling weaker students in RGS? Those who entered via DSA or one could score above 259 but still do poorly in RGS?

[sharonkhoo]

manorway\" post_id=\"2081865\" time=\"1662913856\" user_id=\"9303:

Just out of curiosity, for one to make it to RGS, their PSLE grades must already be really good. Top 5% of SG? So who are the struggling weaker students in RGS? Those who entered via DSA or one could score above 259 but still do poorly in RGS?

My daughter was in RGS years ago, but I just wanted to add my 2cents here.

I think that quite a lot of people overlook the fact that doing well as PSLE just measures a limited no. of skills. For kids that young, a lot is focused on their acquiring basic knowledge, and some basic ability to manipulate that knowledge to answer questions. That is as it should be for kids of 11-12. However, for the kids with fairly average intelligence, high marks at PSLE can be gained simply by studying very hard.

But as kids grow and mature into their teen years, more skills should develop - deeper thinking skills, communication skills, creativity, time and project management skills, etc. As subjects and demands become more complex, studying very hard may not achieve high grades without some of these other skills. Add to that teenage angst and emotional factors, which can be affected by family and social issues, many of which may be beyond their control, and some kids may flounder later on. So while getting a high score at PSLE is a reasonably good predictor of success in sec school, it does not guarantee it.

[Momo70]

slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2081869\" time=\"1662940881\" user_id=\"28674:

My daughter was in RGS years ago, but I just wanted to add my 2cents here.

I think that quite a lot of people overlook the fact that doing well as PSLE just measures a limited no. of skills. For kids that young, a lot is focused on their acquiring basic knowledge, and some basic ability to manipulate that knowledge to answer questions. That is as it should be for kids of 11-12. However, for the kids with fairly average intelligence, high marks at PSLE can be gained simply by studying very hard.

But as kids grow and mature into their teen years, more skills should develop - deeper thinking skills, communication skills, creativity, time and project management skills, etc. As subjects and demands become more complex, studying very hard may not achieve high grades without some of these other skills. Add to that teenage angst and emotional factors, which can be affected by family and social issues, many of which may be beyond their control, and some kids may flounder later on. So while getting a high score at PSLE is a reasonably good predictor of success in sec school, it does not guarantee it.

Well said Guru slmkhoo. You are one of the best Guru I always look upon!!!!
I can't agree more with what you have mentioned.

1. Higher learning techniques. (To grasp challenging topics)
2. Child's Interests (Focus and self-driven)
3. Time management. (sleep and rest well, play hard and study hard)
4. Good personal emotional management.
5. Support from parents, school and friends.
6. Mixing with the right group of friends.




Anyway - PSLE is just the starting -

IMO:
Y1 to Y2 in RGS is a period for these young and high-achieving kids to adapt to the IP environment.
(Honeymoon period).

Y3 to Y4 is the time to develop and grow them. This will help to prepare them for higher learning in Y5 and Y6.

The real hard work starts in Y5 and Y6 because the ultimate aim is to do well at A-level.

The real trouble will start once the child loses interest in learning and does not put enough effort into their study. Be it they are from DSA, Main stream high PLSE scores or GEP.

@Manorway.
IMO, these could be the struggling weaker students in RGS that I'm referring to.

[AHsDad]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2081854\" time=\"1662900472\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi! May I know for RS (research studies) in Y2, is it a compulsory to pass subject? What’s the commitment like? Is it going to take up a lot of time after school? Thanks!

What I hear from my daughter (now sec1 also), it’s once a week every Wednesday. Project basis. And not counting towards GPA. There’s several topics up for grabs

[Reenie]

AHsDad\" post_id=\"2081984\" time=\"1662995232\" user_id=\"172457:

What I hear from my daughter (now sec1 also), it’s once a week every Wednesday. Project basis. And not counting towards GPA. There’s several topics up for grabs

Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[cutepandabear]

Hi, I would like to ask RGS parents about their impressions of the school. For instance, are girls generally helpful towards one another? Do teachers really teach? Or do they assume the girls are bright enough to undertake self-learning. Is the Higher Chinese standard manageable? Are you happy with the way the school is run? Do your girls sleep enough or is school work too fast paced and grueling?


I attended the virtual school talks during the open house, and watched the school’s various videos on CCAs, leadership development etc. So I’m hoping to hear personal responses from parents to form a more complete impression of the school.

Thanks in advance.

[manorway]

slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2081869\" time=\"1662940881\" user_id=\"28674:

My daughter was in RGS years ago, but I just wanted to add my 2cents here.

I think that quite a lot of people overlook the fact that doing well as PSLE just measures a limited no. of skills. For kids that young, a lot is focused on their acquiring basic knowledge, and some basic ability to manipulate that knowledge to answer questions. That is as it should be for kids of 11-12. However, for the kids with fairly average intelligence, high marks at PSLE can be gained simply by studying very hard.

But as kids grow and mature into their teen years, more skills should develop - deeper thinking skills, communication skills, creativity, time and project management skills, etc. As subjects and demands become more complex, studying very hard may not achieve high grades without some of these other skills. Add to that teenage angst and emotional factors, which can be affected by family and social issues, many of which may be beyond their control, and some kids may flounder later on. So while getting a high score at PSLE is a reasonably good predictor of success in sec school, it does not guarantee it.

Thank you. I totally agree!