[Novena] Primary Schools

[2hotTOhandle]

Gogglesgirl:

Then honestly, you have to give credit to those who devoted time to either be PVs or GRLs, because they have made the sacrifices. You didn't and I know not everyone has time for everything especially in the competitive society we live in. I understand what you mean but at the end of the day, you reap what you sow and like everything else, their places to schools were also not guaranteed but it did put them in a better place/position. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. But again, if there is any injustice, I hope these GRLs would not quit the moment their kids get into schools. So, is there any full proof system? - I rest my case.


My comment re \"worthy of being parents\" - maybe you missed the other 50 odd pages. My point is simply we need to be good role models to our kids, otherwise we won't be able to progress as human beings and as a nation - how is the next generation going to be better than the last? Our kids' good moral upbringing are only as good as their parents' day to day behaviour and teachings - most importantly, practice what we/they preach - we are no saints and we are responsible for their behaviour - at least I take personal responsibility. No yardstick - Make no mistake - we are all willing to die for our kids and do our utmost to help them in their lives but like everything else, there are lines drawn. I was referring to a specific example and apologies if it was too general.

Actually our discussion was not about 2b parents. I dun think anyone here thinks 2b parents are undeserving. U cant just put words in ppl's mouth or make sweeping remarks.
We were discussing about ppl who cheat on addresses. Perhaps u could quote the particular post you were referring to when u post. When u jumped in with your first post it was confusing which post u were referring to.

[phtthp]

Scary:

May not be fair to look at just one year. Also, the background of the kids in MGS and e.g. St. Hilda can be very different. Kids in MGS and SCGS may have the financial means to attend more tuitions, enrichments classes, etc.

Yes, you're right.
let's revisit SCGS psle comparison, after this year 2012 psle cohort graduate.
observe for minimal 5 years, see pattern trend.

not only SCGS.
also monitor MGS, RGPS, CHIJ St Nicholas (since 2013 St Nick introduce IP track, parents also expecting St Nick to produce stellar results, right ?)

what other girls' school can we think of, besides St Marg, PLMGS, CHIJ Toa Payoh ?
btw, anyone has Quality % pass breakdown for ACS Barker, Nanyang & St Nick?

reason:
some schools standard drop, unlike the glorious hey days in the past.
need to monitor, many changes had taken place after so many years.

[zakashi]

Thanks phtthp for the list. As I know SCGS is not top ten primary school in terms of academy. This can be found in this forum on Top ten primary school academy excellency list. I am confused.

[corneyAmber]

SCGS is not about academic results. They are known for their holistic exposure to other aspects of education which parents may consider more important than academics. Having said this, it does not mean their academics is not strong, it is just not their only main focus, they try to emphasize on other things as well.

[2hotTOhandle]

ksi:

SCGS is not about academic results. They are known for their holistic exposure to other aspects of education which parents may consider more important than academics. Having said this, it does not mean their academics is not strong, it is just not their only main focus, they try to emphasize on other things as well.

I fully agree! Of all my SCGS friends I have not met one who is not articulate and gracious and polite.

[MR06]

Herbie:

For those who applied under GRC if there out of 2km they need to go for balloting right.

As in all phases, balloting kicks in when there are more applicants that what the school can offer.

The priority in securing a place is based on distance, those staying nearest get in first in the following order: <1km, 1-2km and lastly>2km.

There will not be any distinction between PVs, church/clan members and GRLs. So in SCGS case the 7 applicants that resides >2km from the school be they PVs or GRLs have equal chance in balloting, it all depends on who ladyluck favours!

As for how many PVs in SCGS, don't think anyone has the info, the sch keeps it confidential.

It is definitely stressful to be at the bottom of the pecking order but :rant: :mad: :nunchuk: won't get us anywhere.

We can respond and react better when we are clear-headed.

So keep and best of luck to all P2B parents going for balloting this Wed and to P2C parents too.

[Scary]

2hotTOhandle:

I fully agree! Of all my SCGS friends I have not met one who is not articulate and gracious and polite.

My SCGS friends. Articulate? Yes! Gracious and polite? Umm. .. .I think I better reserve my comment on these.

[phtthp]

zakashi:

As I know SCGS is not top ten primary school in terms of academy. This can be found in this forum on Top ten primary school academy excellency list. I am confused.

Hey, don’t get confused. When you read any article, need to question quietly – based on what facts & figures are those schools you had read being classified as Top 10 ?

I do not know which article you’re refering to, published by which author so can’t answer. Anyway, different authors have different ways of interpreting their definition of “Top 10.” Some just look at only the Top PSLE score achieved by schools, and conclude Ya, is inside Top 10. Other authors look at other criteria instead. Different criteria mean different thing.

when one look at Top Psle score:
they focus on ONE student out of entire P6 cohort, ie. the Top student.
they only look for ONE particular egg inside a basket.

but when one look at % Quality passes:
they focus on entire P6 cohort batch, not just one Top student only.
they look at ALL the eggs inside the basket.
good egg, poor egg, average egg - every single egg is evaluated inside the basket.

Not all parents bother which school comes under what top 10 list. Hence, they don’t bother about the Top 10 primary school academy list you mention. Like what ksi commented, some parents look for Holistic aspect in education, not pure academics. To them, they view it more important than academics. To this, I fully agree.

Did I mention anywhere that SCGS is one of the top 10 schools ? No, I didn’t.
Did i mention SCGS top PSLE score ? No, I didn't.

I happen to post figures that SCGS did exceedingly well in 2011, is commendable & post her “Quality Passes in 4 subjects.” ... to give you some idea.

After posting, some one else remark that well, 2011 is only 1 year. Can’t conclude just like that. This I also agree: suggest one has to look further, ie. collect minimal 5 years trend results, observe the trend for consistency proven in SCGS results, not just look at one year only (2011).

however, out of so many primary schools in SG so far, why are SCGS and St Nick handpicked by MOE to kick start 2013 IP Track next year ? Why MOE didn't pick other school ? I think this speak a lot.

[phtthp]

2011


SCGS compare with ACS Junior (% Quality passes) : –
perform better, in all 4 subjects.

English: SCGS (91.2 %) win ACS Junior (82.3 %)

Chinese: SCGS (89.3 %) win ACS Junior (79.1 %)

Science: SCGS (82 %) win ACS Junior (74.2 %)

Maths: SCGS (68.6 %) win ACS Junior (66.9 %)

ACS Junior psle
http://www.acsjunior.sg/docs/Information/PSLE_Results_2011.pdf

[Herbie]

MR06:

Herbie:

For those who applied under GRC if there out of 2km they need to go for balloting right.

As in all phases, balloting kicks in when there are more applicants that what the school can offer.

The priority in securing a place is based on distance, those staying nearest get in first in the following order: <1km, 1-2km and lastly>2km.

There will not be any distinction between PVs, church/clan members and GRLs. So in SCGS case the 7 applicants that resides >2km from the school be they PVs or GRLs have equal chance in balloting, it all depends on who ladyluck favours!

As for how many PVs in SCGS, don't think anyone has the info, the sch keeps it confidential.

It is definitely stressful to be at the bottom of the pecking order but :rant: :mad: :nunchuk: won't get us anywhere.

We can respond and react better when we are clear-headed.

So keep and best of luck to all P2B parents going for balloting this Wed and to P2C parents too.

Thanks for yr reply.