All About Preparing For PSLE

[jtoh]

Chenonceau:

jtoh:

[quote=\"Chenonceau\"]

Actually, I thought I had experience... it turns out that I know so much less than so many Mommies here because DD1's experience was so long ago that almost nothing is relevant. The DSA system has become really serious now. Way back then, we got an invitation to audit. We turned up. That was all... apart from a test or something. Even when we decided not to sign the paper stating that she would stick with her CCA for 4 years, the school still said \"If you miss the COP by a few points, do come back anyway, we'll take her.\"

And the syllabus was different too. The standards have risen tremendously and I am far more stressed now than before. DD1 didn't have supplementary classes.

It really is very stressful this time. But lurking around here and imbibing the spirit of other indomitable and forward charging PSLE moms does help.

Imbibing the spirit is good but can be daunting at times when you realize how little you know compared to the other parents. :lol: Sets off the panic button. :lol:

Oh! Oh! Oh! Panic is an understatement!! I am on high alert!![/quote] :lol: :lol: Chenonceau, you don't strike as the panicking type. :lol: :lol:

[Chenonceau]

jtoh:

Chenonceau:

[quote=\"jtoh\"]
Imbibing the spirit is good but can be daunting at times when you realize how little you know compared to the other parents. :lol: Sets off the panic button. :lol:

Oh! Oh! Oh! Panic is an understatement!! I am on high alert!!

:lol: :lol: Chenonceau, you don't strike as the panicking type. :lol: :lol:[/quote]I panic quietly. :lol:

[jtoh]

Chenonceau:

I panic quietly. :lol:

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[Tinkerbelle]

Chenonceau:

Tinkerbelle:

[quote=\"Chenonceau\"]
Tee hee! DS is P5 this year. DD is 'A' levels. But I think it's never too early to start dreaming. Thanks for the well wishes though!!

Hi chenonceau,

Oic...So you've been through PSLE once with DD1 already.....got experience. :lol: 请多多指教 :celebrate:

Hope your DS is enjoying his P5. Quite a leap from P4 huh?

Actually, I thought I had experience... it turns out that I know so much less than so many Mommies here because DD1's experience was so long ago that almost nothing is relevant. The DSA system has become really serious now. Way back then, we got an invitation to audit. We turned up. That was all... apart from a test or something. Even when we decided not to sign the paper stating that she would stick with her CCA for 4 years, the school still said \"If you miss the COP by a few points, do come back anyway, we'll take her.\"

And the syllabus was different too. The standards have risen tremendously and I am far more stressed now than before. DD1 didn't have supplementary classes.

It really is very stressful this time. But lurking around here and imbibing the spirit of other indomitable and forward charging PSLE moms does help.[/quote]Hi chenonceau,
:hi5: I agree with you that the syllabus and expectations have changed so drastically over the years. With all the recent changes to the Singapore's education system, it's sometimes really hard to keep up, even for the ones who have \"Been there, Done that\". I have another DD in P2 and it's evident that DD2's P2 syllabus is very different to DD1's P2 syllabus 4 years ago. It's a whole new learning experience every day.

[phankao]

Tinkerbelle:

Hi chenonceau,
:hi5: I agree with you that the syllabus and expectations have changed so drastically over the years. With all the recent changes to the Singapore's education system, it's sometimes really hard to keep up, even for the ones who have \"Been there, Done that\". I have another DD in P2 and it's evident that DD2's P2 syllabus is very different to DD1's P2 syllabus 4 years ago. It's a whole new learning experience every day.

Aye, I've already had 2 older ones gone thru' psle already but each child is so different. Didn't really do all that much \"studying\" with the older kids nor monitor their studies. But this one need to keep close eye.

[Chenonceau]

phankao:

Tinkerbelle:

Hi chenonceau,
:hi5: I agree with you that the syllabus and expectations have changed so drastically over the years. With all the recent changes to the Singapore's education system, it's sometimes really hard to keep up, even for the ones who have \"Been there, Done that\". I have another DD in P2 and it's evident that DD2's P2 syllabus is very different to DD1's P2 syllabus 4 years ago. It's a whole new learning experience every day.

Aye, I've already had 2 older ones gone thru' psle already but each child is so different. Didn't really do all that much \"studying\" with the older kids nor monitor their studies. But this one need to keep close eye.

The standards have been raised to a point that I cannot NOT keep a close eye. I believe kids should be left to study on their own. Same like with your older ones, The Daughter had no tuition and little help from me... can still make it into top school. Little Boy faces challenges that The Daughter never had to face. I think we can still do it but he certainly cannot cope without help.

I wonder how kids with no enrichment and uneducated parents cope though. It no longer is a level playing field because it has come to a point where to succeed at PSLE, you need a TEAM and not just a child.

[jtoh]

Chenonceau:

phankao:

[quote=\"Tinkerbelle\"]
Hi chenonceau,
:hi5: I agree with you that the syllabus and expectations have changed so drastically over the years. With all the recent changes to the Singapore's education system, it's sometimes really hard to keep up, even for the ones who have \"Been there, Done that\". I have another DD in P2 and it's evident that DD2's P2 syllabus is very different to DD1's P2 syllabus 4 years ago. It's a whole new learning experience every day.

Aye, I've already had 2 older ones gone thru' psle already but each child is so different. Didn't really do all that much \"studying\" with the older kids nor monitor their studies. But this one need to keep close eye.

The standards have been raised to a point that I cannot NOT keep a close eye. I believe kids should be left to study on their own. Same like with your older ones, The Daughter had no tuition and little help from me... can still make it into top school. Little Boy faces challenges that The Daughter never had to face. I think we can still do it but he certainly cannot cope without help.

I wonder how kids with no enrichment and uneducated parents cope though. It no longer is a level playing field because it has come to a point where to succeed at PSLE, you need a TEAM and not just a child.[/quote]I wonder too. Boils down to sheer determination, ability and the want to succeed. I think it's still do-able at PSLE without a team, but secondary school is tough.

[janet88]

Hi Parents,

I’m riding on your experience on what to expect when son goes to P6 next year. Like what Tinkerbelle mentioned, it’s a whole new learning experience everyday…and I don’t know if I’m coaching my son is on right or wrong track. Really have to keep closer eye.

With just one paycheque, it’s not possible to have tuition in all 4 subjects. Going to primary school now is like having an operation in OT (TOUCHWOOD)…you need a team of specialists.

[phankao]

jtoh:

I wonder too. Boils down to sheer determination, ability and the want to succeed. I think it's still do-able at PSLE without a team, but secondary school is tough.

Secondary school? They are on their own - make it or break it. They have to learn to handle. Can't have much tuition either bc no time in secondary school.

[phankao]

janet_lee88:

Hi Parents,

I'm riding on your experience on what to expect when son goes to P6 next year. Like what Tinkerbelle mentioned, it's a whole new learning experience everyday...and I don't know if I'm coaching my son is on right or wrong track. Really have to keep closer eye.

With just one paycheque, it's not possible to have tuition in all 4 subjects. Going to primary school now is like having an operation in OT (TOUCHWOOD)...you need a team of specialists.

My p6 is not having tuition bc he hates it. He does have 1 math, altho' I wonder if it's helping or not. It's not his worst subject, but I think as a subject, it's the most tolerable tuition for this boy to have. And no homework - which is his style. Anyway, I'm in a way glad he refused to have other tuition, bc with his heavier schedule this year, he doesn't have that much time, plus school homework, etc.