DSA 2024

[ChiefKiasu]

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Choose wisely, every kid only has three DSA chances.
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Only 3??! I think it is 2 too many
We should see DSA is a means to get into our dream school. It is not about shopping around for cheap deals.

[00skyblue00]

ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2132518\" time=\"1712894886\" user_id=\"3:

Only 3??! I think it is 2 too many
We should see DSA is a means to get into our dream school. It is not about shopping around for cheap deals.

Ha....
I was trying to caution as some parents put all three schools of same tier when kids achievements are comparably not so outstanding.
Agree, dsa is for some kids with talent to aim to get into their one dream school. Not many dream schools. Edited.

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1 dream sch + 2 realistic schools vs
3 dream schools

Know a kid, didn't get into dream sch but now enjoying and his talent is recognised in realistic school and getting good opportunities and exposure. Parents are very thankful.

[Pamelatan.pw]

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AHsDad\" post_id=\"2132503\" time=\"1712855253\" user_id=\"172457:

Hi there. AL13 may be slightly higher than the expected grade for either HC and RI. Minimally must be top3 in the Nationals and deemed capable to handle the IP course. Iirc, last year (sec1 in 2023) RI took in ZERO for Judo and 2 only in 2022. So it means even if u are the best, no guarantees.

Perhaps AL13 can be mitigated by midyr P5 or P4? So… no harm just try lah. Big question is does ur son train in SA Judo (HC) or TDJ (RI) or neither? Coach can help advise and speak to the teacher-in-charge to put up their respective case.

On the other hand, SJI (under SOJ) may have higher probability of acceptance. Hope this helps and all the best!

Hi AHsDad, thanks for your insight. Definitely helps! From your reply, RI should b out of our league. My son with SA judo. Been talking to the coaches at the academy but their replies are very generic. Like grades must be AL 6 below, say HCI see grades first. Maybe must talk to the head coach directly & attend open house in May.

[jojojoe]

Hi, need advice. What are the chances of my son gaining admission to NUSH if he hasn’t participated in math/science olympiad training? his school results for math is always above 90.

[phtthp]

jojojoe\" post_id=\"2132585\" time=\"1712994714\" user_id=\"198764:

Hi, need advice. What are the chances of my son gaining admission to NUSH if he hasn't participated in math/science olympiad training? his school results for math is always above 90.

Answer

The chances of your son entering NUS High, will depend on his ability, to clear the internal tests administered by the school itself.

Your son's results above 90 : is not important. What's important is, he must sit for NUSH tests & passed them.

[Shirangel]

Hi,


Anyone that has experience on DSA STEM for DHS?

Considering STEM is a broad area, how are the selection rounds conducted?

Are there group interviews, essays or maths tests conducted?

What are the chances when DD is only good at Maths?

[En Yi]

Hi Parents, am checking for experiences for English DSA. My dd has not participated in any writing contests, but has love for English language. Also consistently good results for English ( though understand good is subjective) She is competitive in sports and it was a sudden change in P6 this year that she decided not to DSA using the same sport she is competing in, and we respect and support her decision not to. It has gotten too hard physically and now its "boring" . She wishes to spend time trying other areas she is interested in. We did not think of using DSA and this just occured to me, but English has been her favourite subject all long from P1 till now and she is coping fine. Are there any specific pre entry requisites for English? If she is not going to be considered at all since she has no prior awards or English writing / speaking competition accolade, I will wish to manage her expecations first and talk to her , if she still wants to give it a shot. Any advise and feedback will be appreciated! Thank you!

[123Mum]

Hi if anyone has a child who has been accepted by RI or HCI in the science domain, can you share what are his credentials? Any idea how many spots RI or HCI offer for DSA via the science domain?

[123Mum]

For Science DSA to HCI or RI, are the questions pegged to primary or secondary level? Will there be any questions on physics, chemistry or bio?

[mummydarling]

Hi,

Can any parents share about DSA for Eng and Sci to MGS IP?
Every year how many DSA student MGS takes in for IP program?
Thank you!