GEP - General Syllabus Discussion

[25hr mama]

This is a repost, I hv shared this sentiment in another thread.


I’m sure many parents share the same sentiments. When our kids were in mainstream, they basically breezed thru all exams, topping class or level without much problems. But when come to GEP, they need to put in more effort, as all the subjects r pitched at a higher level, in order to tap to their so called "fullest potential", I guess.

Hence, both parents & kids have to manage their expectations more realistically. I dun think it is wise to expect them to excel in every paper, in all subjects. A little setback is necessary & good for the kids sometimes.

[AdvancedAcademia]

The GEP programme is meant to stretch pupils’ abilities… So naturally some strains and "pains" will be expected. Pupils will face competition which they did not need to when they were in P1-3. I concur that we should not expect all GEP pupils to excel in ALL subjects.


Yes, some of them might need some additional help for specific subjects or specific areas. But, from experience, it is not a good idea to set astronomical expectations for all subjects then load our children with "additional" classes/tuition for every subject. It would be more beneficial and efficient (not to mention economical) if we identify specific needs and find the trained and qualified tutors to guide them in those areas.

[pinball]

Hence, both parents & kids have to manage their expectations more realistically. I dun think it is wise to expect them to excel in every paper, in all subjects. A little setback is necessary & good for the kids sometimes.[/quote]


I agree, it has always been smooth sailing without much effort for DS so I feel this is also a good wake up call. We have never expected him to be good in all subject or everything. We told him he should just continue to enjoy being in the prog and learn to work harder

[YY1205]

toxic118:

Any of your child sign up for the 28thMay outing for Higher Chinese? Heard his class 9 students being chosen to join the outing. Total 50 students fr P4/P5 will join this outing. Never say go where yet. Any more info?

My DS signed for the outing. He is in Tag2. Your DS is in Tag2 or Tag3?

[YY1205]

Yesterday the exam papers were brought back for parents signature.

Took a deep look of English and Science, not easy, need higher thinking skill, as his teacher said.

[YY1205]

Ds mentioned his classmates (including him) most felt upset yesterday, I asked why, He said because scared of being scold by parents. Poor kids! So I decided say nothing, although scared of his score as well.

[kitkit]

25hr mama:

This is a repost, I hv shared this sentiment in another thread.


I'm sure many parents share the same sentiments. When our kids were in mainstream, they basically breezed thru all exams, topping class or level without much problems. But when come to GEP, they need to put in more effort, as all the subjects r pitched at a higher level, in order to tap to their so called \"fullest potential\", I guess.

Hence, both parents & kids have to manage their expectations more realistically. I dun think it is wise to expect them to excel in every paper, in all subjects. A little setback is necessary & good for the kids sometimes.

DS is averaging below 70% for most subjects :sad:

I am really concerned cos I know he is quite disappointed that he can't do well even though he has put in effort..

EL used to be his strongest subject but now he is scoring below baseline and i know he feels demoralised.

DS has also told me that he thinks he is not good enough for the programme and asked if he should go back to mainstream.. :sad: Can't help but feel sad for him..

[toxic118]

YY1205:

My DS signed for the outing. He is in Tag2. Your DS is in Tag2 or Tag3?

hahaha.............they're in the same class
Is it ur son who score chinese 56/60? :rahrah:

[PiggyLalala]

kitkit:

25hr mama:

This is a repost, I hv shared this sentiment in another thread.


I'm sure many parents share the same sentiments. When our kids were in mainstream, they basically breezed thru all exams, topping class or level without much problems. But when come to GEP, they need to put in more effort, as all the subjects r pitched at a higher level, in order to tap to their so called \"fullest potential\", I guess.

Hence, both parents & kids have to manage their expectations more realistically. I dun think it is wise to expect them to excel in every paper, in all subjects. A little setback is necessary & good for the kids sometimes.

DS is averaging below 70% for most subjects :sad:

I am really concerned cos I know he is quite disappointed that he can't do well even though he has put in effort..

EL used to be his strongest subject but now he is scoring below baseline and i know he feels demoralised.

DS has also told me that he thinks he is not good enough for the programme and asked if he should go back to mainstream.. :sad: Can't help but feel sad for him..

Don't be discouraged. Some of my ds classmates did badly in p4 but their results gradually improved in p5 and p6. This is only the first exam. It is still too early to say whether the kids are suitable for the program. Jia you:)

[YY1205]

toxic118:

YY1205:

My DS signed for the outing. He is in Tag2. Your DS is in Tag2 or Tag3?

hahaha.............they're in the same class
Is it ur son who score chinese 56/60? :rahrah:

No, his score was not good :(, which really worried me.