7 New IP schools
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mommyNg:
Pardon my ignorance... currently, can a student from a non-IP sec sch apply to join IP in a IP sec school, say in sec 2 or 3 (of course, provided the student has obtained significant achievement and something to substantiate the application)?[/quote]Hi mommyNg,
It's true there is still cut-off point for IP and the kid need to meet the PSLE cut-off for IP in sec. However, if the kid did not meet the COP, he can still go to the affiliated sec and in sec 1-2, should he do well, he can still move to the IP arm of the affiliated sec. Having an affiliated sec, and having the opportunity to enter the affiliated sec IP either via PSLE / lower sec route itself is a huge bonus - that's what I see!Pen88n:
[quote=\"mommyNg\"]
Well, I think these new IPs schools would offer both IP and non-IP classes. For example, if MOE says the COP for IP class is 250, then, those who score more than 250 (with or without affiliation) will be eligible for the IP class, while the rest (e.g. those > 220 but < 250) will be in the normal O level class. So, even if one get into primary sch with affiliation sch offering IP, there is no guarantee that the kid can move smoothly to IP program in sec.
The current batch of IP schools, say RI/RGS/HCI/NYGH would still command a higher value & demand, cos' besides the reputation, all the classes (at least in Sec 1, I think) are IP, and if I'm not wrong, only if one did really badly that one would be put into a normal O level class at a later time (perhaps 1-2 classes only)??
Temasek Jc & Victoria Jc both accept Sec 2 students for their 4 year IP programme. However, the application period for this year has closed since May/June. The JCs' websites have more details if you're interested . -
So which are the 7 schools?
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daisyt:
So which are the 7 schools?
Don't know yet. Hopefully they announce before noon. I wish that the 7 IP school would have at least have 1 each at East, South, West, North and Central so as it will be even more convenience. -
ksi:
another 7 schools for children who can benefit from the IP track is a good thing. No matter how many other birds this stone may have killed, it is still a good stone. No need to worry la.
Maybe people worry about banana money effect?phankao:
Why do you all want to speculate so much? Got offer, take lah!
I am rather neutral now and trying to understand the rationale of the thought process because reality has not hit me yet, just curious about the evolution of our education system.
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dunnoleh:
another 7 schools for children who can benefit from the IP track is a good thing. No matter how many other birds this stone may have killed, it is still a good stone. No need to worry la.[/quote]I agree with Dunnoleh..I mean this will give chance for the \"late bloomers\" or the students weak in MT a chance to get into IP track when/if they qualify. They should be given a chance to prove themselves.
Maybe people worry about banana money effect?ksi:
[quote=\"phankao\"]
Why do you all want to speculate so much? Got offer, take lah!
I am rather neutral now and trying to understand the rationale of the thought process because reality has not hit me yet, just curious about the evolution of our education system.
I am also wondering how it'll all pan out but it's a good thing. -
Brenda10:
I think in evening then will announce.daisyt:
So which are the 7 schools?
Don't know yet. Hopefully they announce before noon. I wish that the 7 IP school would have at least have 1 each at East, South, West, North and Central so as it will be even more convenience. -
strong opinions:
I think in evening then will announce.[/quote]Most important is with immediate effect and benefit this year PSLE kidsBrenda10:
[quote=\"daisyt\"]So which are the 7 schools?
Don't know yet. Hopefully they announce before noon. I wish that the 7 IP school would have at least have 1 each at East, South, West, North and Central so as it will be even more convenience.
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mommyNg:
yes, can, just DSA for Sec 3 why doing the sec 2 lor....
Pardon my ignorance... currently, can a student from a non-IP sec sch apply to join IP in a IP sec school, say in sec 2 or 3 (of course, provided the student has obtained significant achievement and something to substantiate the application)?
my daughter's classmates done that -
Brenda10:
Most important is with immediate effect and benefit this year PSLE kids
I think in evening then will announce.strong opinions:
[quote=\"Brenda10\"]
Don't know yet. Hopefully they announce before noon. I wish that the 7 IP school would have at least have 1 each at East, South, West, North and Central so as it will be even more convenience.
:lol:[/quote]
Even Sec1/Sec2 students this year will be allowed... Else why annoce now......these 7 schools are ready to roll IP program in 2 years time -
Brenda10:
Anyone knows if the annoucement is out?daisyt:
So which are the 7 schools?
Don't know yet. Hopefully they announce before noon. I wish that the 7 IP school would have at least have 1 each at East, South, West, North and Central so as it will be even more convenience.
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