NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (Diploma)
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Merlion:
Dharma, I don't think I am unfriendly to him. I am simply trying to undertsand why a NUSH student feels that the school's life is slack, that's all. Don't be so sensitive.
Ok. I misunderstood your tone. -
I was at NUSH 3 days ago and have a chance to see Dr. Hang and some teachers. One of the teachers was surprised that student from NUSH felt that NUSH school life was slack compared to other schools. She thinks that it is not healthy. The student should let the school knows about his view and see if the school can do anything to help him to have a more colorful school life. Getting more involved in CCA or maths / science competition training might be ways to go. From my point of view, if a student keeps thinking that his school life is slack then it is time for him to think if he has made the right choice of school, especially for kids who can take stress.
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Lol…I say school like is slack cos im a slacker, or to put it more nicely, a minimalist. A sizeable number of my friends take many extra modules and they enjoy it. "To each his/her own." NUS High caters to a rather wide range of students, unlike schools like Raffles Institution where, from what I heard from friends, they have no choice whatsoever in the subjects they take, other than 3rd language I think. I recall a teacher of mine saying, "Why settle for a B+ when you can get an A?" to which a friend replied, "So that we can hone other skills, such as sports." I find this rather true as a CAP of 3.5/5.0 is sufficient to ensure entry into several universities. And as I’m not aiming for a scholarship of any kind, I think I’m pretty much happy with what I’m studying now.
*Special note to parents: Please DO NOT force your child to enter a school simply because it is prestigious or they have good CCAs or anything. My parents tried to make me go to Raffles Institution since i got 272 for my PSLE but I "persuaded" them to let me go to NUS High.
Cheers,
Holyaxile -
Its not surprise to hear from a NUSH student’s feedback that their school life is rather slack. I heard from a few parents whose children are currently in Sec 1 and Sec 2 that NUSH does not focus very much on CCA. Students are not motivated to participate intensely or excel in any CCA because the CCA teachers’s lack of inspiration and encouragement resulted in many students changing CCA each year. This is so different from other IP school such as RI, RGS, HCI or NYG etc who encourage their students to maximise their potential and excel in the CCA. The amount of CCA trainings, attendance and numerous competitions for the students in these IP schools far exceeded the requirement of NUSH’s CCA program. In addition, these students need to focus not only on Maths & Science but also humanitarian subject pledged at IP level, Philopsopy, IT, Research Education, Third Language etc. NUSH’s students who did not qualify for advance level in the Maths and Science subjects find themselves having alot of free time.
I think it is not wrong to suggest that the student who feels the school environment is too slack and did not maximise his potential should approach the school to help to increase his curriculum and activities especially when he is doing well academically. Bearing in mind that NUSH focus on Maths and Science and if his interest lies wider than Maths and Science subjects, he may want to discuss with his parents and consider switching to another school that could provide a more broader education. -
Fluffy:
I agree. I've a friend's son in NUSH and am surprised that there was no opportunity for immersion programme overseas and overseas CIP prog. Even nhd sch kids are given opportunity in these areas- I see that in my other friends' children. Though the focus of NUSH is on Maths and Science, there must be development in other aspects of the child as well to give him a total and enriching sch experience. NUSH, I believe do develop the other aspects but more could be done. CCAs is a natural platform for character development and values teaching provided there is rigour in the programme. We have the cream in NUSH and if they are under stretched, in areas other than Maths and Science, then we can be shortchanging the kids. Worse still, if the child ended up not among the upper band for maths and science, he will lead a \"slack\" life??Its not surprise to hear from a NUSH student's feedback that their school life is rather slack. I heard from a few parents whose children are currently in Sec 1 and Sec 2 that NUSH does not focus very much on CCA. Students are not motivated to participate intensely or excel in any CCA because the CCA teachers's lack of inspiration and encouragement resulted in many students changing CCA each year. This is so different from other IP school such as RI, RGS, HCI or NYG etc who encourage their students to maximise their potential and excel in the CCA. The amount of CCA trainings, attendance and numerous competitions for the students in these IP schools far exceeded the requirement of NUSH's CCA program. In addition, these students need to focus not only on Maths & Science but also humanitarian subject pledged at IP level, Philopsopy, IT, Research Education, Third Language etc. NUSH's students who did not qualify for advance level in the Maths and Science subjects find themselves having alot of free time.
I think it is not wrong to suggest that the student who feels the school environment is too slack and did not maximise his potential should approach the school to help to increase his curriculum and activities especially when he is doing well academically. Bearing in mind that NUSH focus on Maths and Science and if his interest lies wider than Maths and Science subjects, he may want to discuss with his parents and consider switching to another school that could provide a more broader education.
Well, parents need to know your kids very well and make informed decision. As a parent, I look for a school that provides a balanced education so that my child can develop fully. I don't believe that children need to do university math at sec sch level. Those gifted can, but usually at the expense of other development that is crucial. However, we should not complain bec NUSH is a sch meant to be different from mainstream schs. SO if we do not agree with their mission, then we just don't put our children there. -
JHFMum:
Well said, JHFMum. My dd was very keen on NUSH initially, but we all changed our minds after attending the Open House. Every school has its strengths and weaknesses. The important thing is to select a school based on your child's interest, acumen and personality. That is why it's important to attend Open Houses and to speak to the students and teachers to make an informed decision about your choice of secondary school.
I agree. I've a friend's son in NUSH and am surprised that there was no opportunity for immersion programme overseas and overseas CIP prog. Even nhd sch kids are given opportunity in these areas- I see that in my other friends' children. Though the focus of NUSH is on Maths and Science, there must be development in other aspects of the child as well to give him a total and enriching sch experience. NUSH, I believe do develop the other aspects but more could be done. CCAs is a natural platform for character development and values teaching provided there is rigour in the programme. We have the cream in NUSH and if they are under stretched, in areas other than Maths and Science, then we can be shortchanging the kids. Worse still, if the child ended up not among the upper band for maths and science, he will lead a \"slack\" life??Fluffy:
Its not surprise to hear from a NUSH student's feedback that their school life is rather slack. I heard from a few parents whose children are currently in Sec 1 and Sec 2 that NUSH does not focus very much on CCA. Students are not motivated to participate intensely or excel in any CCA because the CCA teachers's lack of inspiration and encouragement resulted in many students changing CCA each year. This is so different from other IP school such as RI, RGS, HCI or NYG etc who encourage their students to maximise their potential and excel in the CCA. The amount of CCA trainings, attendance and numerous competitions for the students in these IP schools far exceeded the requirement of NUSH's CCA program. In addition, these students need to focus not only on Maths & Science but also humanitarian subject pledged at IP level, Philopsopy, IT, Research Education, Third Language etc. NUSH's students who did not qualify for advance level in the Maths and Science subjects find themselves having alot of free time.
I think it is not wrong to suggest that the student who feels the school environment is too slack and did not maximise his potential should approach the school to help to increase his curriculum and activities especially when he is doing well academically. Bearing in mind that NUSH focus on Maths and Science and if his interest lies wider than Maths and Science subjects, he may want to discuss with his parents and consider switching to another school that could provide a more broader education.
Well, parents need to know your kids very well and make informed decision. As a parent, I look for a school that provides a balanced education so that my child can develop fully. I don't believe that children need to do university math at sec sch level. Those gifted can, but usually at the expense of other development that is crucial. However, we should not complain bec NUSH is a sch meant to be different from mainstream schs. SO if we do not agree with their mission, then we just don't put our children there. -
One parent i know chosed NUSH than another top IP school with good T-Score (>270+) when offered both cos she does not want to OVER stress the son. They can choose not to due to its modular system. Also , not a must to past HCL in order to get promoted to year 2 (May I know if this is true in NUSH?) . Afterall, each individual has the choice to choose what kind of life he wants.
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As parents, we always encourage kids to work hard (not over stress) and to try the best they can. If a kid selects NUSH over other schools because he thinks that the life in NUSH is more relax and easy, then how can we expect the kid to work hard when he grows up? But as Zann said everyone has the choice to choose what kind of life he wants. It is not up to me to say if this is good or bad. It is their lives. :celebrate:
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My girl is in year 3 of Nush.
I do not really agree on what that had been discussed recently about students slacking, lack of motiviation for cca...etc
She and her class/school mates are very busy with lots of electives and enrichment modules which they want to take out of their own will.
What they want to learn from these modules are certainly very innovative and which is somthing very much out from the normal text.
They are also very involved with their cca be they in sports, clubs etc...
Besides these, they took part in many competitions, be they maths, science, english debate, moot parliament etc.... These really kept them busy but happy! You can see the spark in their eyes and they are so much confident but still have the happy spirit for trying their best.
My girl slept at half past 10 and wake up about half past 5 (school bus) and is not being deprive of her sleep but she is still doing really fine in her study too.
If you have further doubts about the school, you can email me at [email protected] -
Thanks happymum8, it is always good to hear another side of the story from other parents / students. It is very important that a kid has good attitudes towards life while he is still young. :celebrate:
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