National Junior College (Junior High)

[triplediao]

But the music studios on campus need booking too right?

[phankao]

triplediao:

But the music studios on campus need booking too right?

Not sure. I have not heard about my son having to book. He doesn't play the piano, but still uses the rooms. I think he just goes and sees what is available - there are a few. Maybe you go by and ask.

[Celestsweety]

I have some questions to ask regarding boarding:

Is it true that the laundry service is subjected to a fixed no. of items?
What is the schedule of the laundry service like?
I am trying to work out on the min. no.of sets of school uniform, PE attire to prepare.

Any experienced boarders or parents care to share?

[Jennifer]

Celestsweety:

I have some questions to ask regarding boarding:

Is it true that the laundry service is subjected to a fixed no. of items?
What is the schedule of the laundry service like?
I am trying to work out on the min. no.of sets of school uniform, PE attire to prepare.

Any experienced boarders or parents care to share?

I remember there is a fixed no. of items for the free laundry svc- 11 or 17 pcs? Laundry check-in on Mon/Wed/Fri. No undergarments/socks/handkerchief/small items.

My boy has only 2 sets of uniforms (shirt + pants), 1 set of Wed attire (Polo-T + pants) and 2 sets of PE attire. Each week, he washes at least 1 set of uniform and PE attire on his own. Sometimes, he brings back the bath towel home to wash. Pillow/bolster cases/bedsheet are sent to the laundry svc.

Are you comfortable with the idea of your child washing clothes using the washing machine in the boarding?

[phankao]

Jennifer:

Are you comfortable with the idea of your child washing clothes using the washing machine in the boarding?

I can't remember how many pieces they can send. Should be enough lah. Even though my son washed his own clothes in JH1 boarding, I didn't like his standard of ironing, so told him to pack all his clothes to bring back on Fridays. Usually bedsheets, uniforms and whatever he uses during the week, he would send for laundry service. Whatever is leftover on Friday, he would bring home. I made sure he had like 6 sets of casual wear, and he has 4 sets of uniforms + Polo shirt (don't have extra pants though). Generally enough.

[Celestsweety]

Dear Jennifer and Phankao, thank you for your sharing.


I am okay with my DD using the washing machine but I am not sure if she has the time to do her laundry and iron her school uniforms! At the school tour, the house master also say that the students spend most of the time studying that they don’t have much time for other things.

Are the students required to clean the rooms like mopping the floor?

[phankao]

Celestsweety:

Dear Jennifer and Phankao, thank you for your sharing.


I am okay with my DD using the washing machine but I am not sure if she has the time to do her laundry and iron her school uniforms! At the school tour, the house master also say that the students spend most of the time studying that they don't have much time for other things.

Are the students required to clean the rooms like mopping the floor?

Yes, they have to clean the rooms. For simplicity....instead of going to the common area to get the mop/pail, I just have them bring the foldable \"broom\" that you put floor cleaner wipes on. But I buy the cheaper brand (school floor!!!!!!). Then I buy more packs for them to do quick cleanup of their tables/chairs, etc, as well. Including glass-cleaner wipes. HAHA. They don't use a lot I think bc always have \"spare\" coming back.

[Jennifer]

Celestsweety:

Dear Jennifer and Phankao, thank you for your sharing.


I am okay with my DD using the washing machine but I am not sure if she has the time to do her laundry and iron her school uniforms! At the school tour, the house master also say that the students spend most of the time studying that they don't have much time for other things.

Are the students required to clean the rooms like mopping the floor?

\"students spend most of the time studying that they don't have much time for other things\" not very true lah. All boils down to time mgt.

There is regular inspection of the rooms. We recently recd a report on last year JH1 boarding- general cleanliness/ cooperation between boarders/ etc grading.

My boy usu. checkin ard 8pm on Sun, do a quick cleanup of the room, laid the mattress cover/pillow/bolster cases. Then unpack whatever he brings back to boarding. After which goes to the dinning hall for roll call.

All the best.

[Just Mama]

17 pcs of laundry per week … be careful - my DD was given back the wrong towel, shorts etc and could not find them ever again …

[sky12_]

This yr (2011) there r, as far as i know, 199 JH1 pupils.