DSA 2022

[Mr.025413Clumsy]

jovovich\" post_id=\"2082106\" time=\"1663118601\" user_id=\"164000:

Morning all. Is there some sort of literature that compiles the differences, pros and cons of the different streams offered currently? I'm trying to explain the difference to DS but I only have experience in O, A levels and Diploma - which could also be outdated by now. ><

And trying my best to describe based on the bits and pieces I'm reading here (which is a great help btw!).

This is a helpful thread.

https://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=8100&p=2082105#p2082088

[Blurmee]

Hi. I would like to ask if any parents have boys in DHS or VS?


My DS received co from these 2 schools via sports. I would like to know more about these 2 schools about their culture, academic & teachers. Are there any distinct difference in the ip programme between the 2 schools?

Thanks in advance!

[SG_KP1]

Blurmee\" post_id=\"2082111\" time=\"1663122982\" user_id=\"199104:

Hi. I would like to ask if any parents have boys in DHS or VS?

My DS received co from these 2 schools via sports. I would like to know more about these 2 schools about their culture, academic & teachers. Are there any distinct difference in the ip programme between the 2 schools?

Thanks in advance!

:rahrah: :rahrah: Many congrats, I guess DHS was worth the wait

Best of luck with the choice.

:congrats:

[Blurmee]

SG_KP1\" post_id=\"2082112\" time=\"1663123270\" user_id=\"188234:

:rahrah: :rahrah: Many congrats, I guess DHS was worth the wait

Best of luck with the choice.

:congrats:

Yes! Thank you so much SG_KP1 😀

[Mr.025413Clumsy]

Blurmee\" post_id=\"2082111\" time=\"1663122982\" user_id=\"199104:

Hi. I would like to ask if any parents have boys in DHS or VS?

My DS received co from these 2 schools via sports. I would like to know more about these 2 schools about their culture, academic & teachers. Are there any distinct difference in the ip programme between the 2 schools?

Thanks in advance!

Well done!! Congratulations to your DS!

[Blurmee]

Mr.Clumsy\" post_id=\"2082118\" time=\"1663125285\" user_id=\"135989:

Well done!! Congratulations to your DS!

Thank you Mr. Clumsy! 😁

[MerlionInGermany]

jjkhng\" post_id=\"2081758\" time=\"1662800621\" user_id=\"199362:

Higher Chinese is compulsory in SNGS IP.
English Literature is compulsory in SCGS IP.

BSP and HMP and STDP in SNGS IP can be stacked on any subject combination.

What could be more important is to find out, what kind of science talent development programmes (STDP) each school has, to help develop your daughter’s passion and talent in science. What commitment each school has put in place to support your daughter. It is afterall a Science DSA.

As for compulsory activities for the dsa science student joining in 2023, you should check with the schools for the most accurate information, as they can change the requirements with every cohort right?

jjkhng\" post_id=\"2081761\" time=\"1662801761\" user_id=\"199362:[quote=jjkhng post_id=2081761 time=1662801761 user_id=199362]I was wondering if there is difference in terms of say.... activities or exposure for the students? Independent school has more fun stuff?

Pre covid, SCGS had a fun fair every year? I recall buying fun fair tickets from a colleague every year around CNY time.

SNGS used to have one every 3 years. Less fun in this way I guess?

[jjkhng]

m3i_m3i\" post_id=\"2082099\" time=\"1663114602\" user_id=\"18745:

Congratulations
My girl's also DSA science from SCGS too, she's now Sec2.
Although distance wise, SNGS is nearer but we chose SCGS as my girl is weak in Chinese.
It's compulsory to take HCL in SNGS IP but optional in SCGS IP.
Both school have similar academic syllabus as they both go to EJC later.
SCGS has both higher art and higher music at year3-4 but SNGS only has MEP (music) for selected kids since year 1
Both schools have elective BSP start at year 3
Take note that it's compulsory to take Literature as one of humanity at year 3-4 in SCGS, I don't know if SNGS has this rule also.
There wasn't any commitment to join any CCA on my girl's cohort, but DSA science kids are encouraged to join Science & Environment Club.
My girl joined in year 1 but changed her CCA in year 2.
My girl took part in some science competitions although school didn't force her to.
3 schools - SCGS, SNGS, CHS - gather once a year to attend symposium although they couldn't mingle in this covid time.
SCGS school fee is definitely higher as it is independent school.

I hope this help

Thank you for your reply.

[Daddy with one son]

Any inputs on HCI? Other than this site, any other place that I can get information? Like their consortium allocation, ECA selection. Etc ?

[jjkhng]

MerlionInGermany\" post_id=\"2082124\" time=\"1663127317\" user_id=\"2964:

Higher Chinese is compulsory in SNGS IP.
English Literature is compulsory in SCGS IP.

BSP and HMP and STDP in SNGS IP can be stacked on any subject combination.

What could be more important is to find out, what kind of science talent development programmes (STDP) each school has, to help develop your daughter’s passion and talent in science. What commitment each school has put in place to support your daughter. It is afterall a Science DSA.

As for compulsory activities for the dsa science student joining in 2023, you should check with the schools for the most accurate information, as they can change the requirements with every cohort right?



Pre covid, SCGS had a fun fair every year? I recall buying fun fair tickets from a colleague every year around CNY time.

SNGS used to have one every 3 years. Less fun in this way I guess?

Thank you for your reply.

Yes, what i was trying to find out are the dsa science commitments and activities. My bad for not phrasing my question properly. I will check with the school in october.