PCF/PAP Kindergartens

[ChiefKiasu]

When people believe that there are only 2 possible solutions to any problem, or 2 possible views to any argument, there can be no constructive discussions that can satisfactorily solve the issues. Most people ignore the possibility of the 3rd viewpoint, which is to get out of the box and so that we can look at the problem from both sides of the argument in order to remain rational and look for ways of addressing concerns of both both sides.


It is unfair for anyone to label parents as being discriminatory to special needs children by virtue of their concerns over the safety of their own children. Nor is it right for anyone to discriminate against special needs children and deny them the opportunity to interact with other children. After all, both sides share the same fundamental concern over the welfare of their children.

The posts that explain the behavior of special needs children are very informational and help to educate other parents. I am thankful for all those that took the time to post such information. And if the purpose is to educate other parents, we must also accept that education should not be measured by how it is able to change opinions, but whether the audience has actually listened and internalized your words. I would be happy if people actually read and understood what I write. I don’t hope for my words to actually change people’s lives.

I thought jkcy has brought out an excellent point. The question should really be on whether parents should tolerate a child that often exhibits poor behavior in class, regardless of whether the child is special-needs or not. In my humble opinion, it all depends on the ability of the institution to manage the situation. Institutions or educators who are incapable of handling such children will have to take action to protect other children, while those who can find ways to effectively manage the child in their learning environment should be lauded and respected for their competency, because the diversity of members of the class will bring rich learning opportunities for our children who will be facing a complex and globalized world in the future. It is no longer the "strongest will survive". It is the one who is able to understand how to build and motivate networks of people with different cultures, skills and talents and exploit diversity that will ultimately win the race.

[smurf]

Wow chief,


Nothing to say but this :udaman:

[Kabby]

smurf:

Wow chief,


Nothing to say but this :udaman:

I second that! Been following the discussion and reading the powerpoint slides and different viewpoints, but still thinking and sitting on them, wondering if should come out and say something too.

But, wow! Thanks, chief!

:udaman:

[buds]

ChiefKiasu:

It is no longer the \"strongest will survive\". It is the one who is able to understand how to build and motivate networks of people with different cultures, skills and talents and exploit diversity that will ultimately win the race.

:goodpost:

[autumn82]

Hi there,


anyone knows the standard of the PCFs in Bishan? Around street 22/23/24???

[tracytmks]

any feedback or comments abt blk 444 tamp pcf for nursery? how the school teacher standard

[choz_cai]

hi, i’m not very active for this forum though…

but wanna to source out more abt the PCF SPARKLETOTS @ serangoon north?? any mummy have a say or two for this??

thanks…

[nurnurnini]

My MIL have been observing the PCF N1 and N2 classes near my house and this is what she has observed:-


(a) CHildren are playing on their own (most of the time)
(b) Teachers \"hide\" at one corner to do their own stuff
(c) No spelling
(b) No homework
(e) Children don't need to carry any bags

So is it really beneficial to study at PCF? Really need some advices :shock:

[choz_cai]

nurnurnini,

is it so bad??? my god... they are expanding so fast, yet they don have the standard??? i realised that the PCF teachers are mostly china.. not very sure what they really help & teacher our kids.. >_<|||

I though my gal CC is bad.. But then, they still have spelling, homework, speech & drama.. teachers are usually around with the kids... And they will study like few hours.. And play few hours... hai~~

nurnurnini:

My MIL have been observing the PCF N1 and N2 classes near my house and this is what she has observed:-

(a) CHildren are playing on their own (most of the time)
(b) Teachers \"hide\" at one corner to do their own stuff
(c) No spelling
(b) No homework
(e) Children don't need to carry any bags

So is it really beneficial to study at PCF? Really need some advices :shock:

[autumn82]

nurnurnini:

My MIL have been observing the PCF N1 and N2 classes near my house and this is what she has observed:-


(a) CHildren are playing on their own (most of the time)
(b) Teachers \"hide\" at one corner to do their own stuff
(c) No spelling
(b) No homework
(e) Children don't need to carry any bags

So is it really beneficial to study at PCF? Really need some advices :shock:

I supposed not all PCFs centres are like that. My girl used to attend 1 which is 1 block away from us. The teachers do make sure that they are learning the essentials and some will even go beyond the PCF standard.

There are some days when the teachers will be busy with the projects for graduation exhibition or even racial harmony days where they will be required to do up stalls and all for fund raising. But definitely its not that often that the kids are left alone to play.

For Nursery level, I don't recall my gal bringing homework back to do coz they usually complete the work in school. And spelling starts only in K2.

From N2 to K2, school bags are essential coz they need to bring books, pencil case and water bottle to school daily.

But coz we are shifting, that's why my boy won't be able to attend his sister's previous PCF..