PSLE 2012 - Results Discussion

[TREX8]

I agree with Zeemini. Math in sec no longer relies on models but uses algebra. My dd, who had difficulty with models in pri sch, commented that sec math is so much easier.


Look out though for humanities subjects as the skills needed to answer exam qns will be new to pri students. Do not despair when they don't do well in the first few tests. Check that they understand the concepts, then allow them and their trs time to learn/teach the skills.

The good thing about grouping students with similar ability in sec sch, roughly based on COP, is that the pace of learning is similar, so trs are better able to teach at a suitable pace and students feel less threatened as majority of classmates are of similar ability.

加油 P6 parents. You have worked with your child to prepare and take one major exam. Whether the results are beyond/within/below expectations, just put aside psle results. Focus on helping your child settle in and find his/her place and niche in sec sch. They will blossom, in CCA, in leadership, in academics, when they are given opportunities and are in a place where they feel comfortable to try, to make mistakes and to take on new roles.

janet_lee88:

zeemimi:

[quote=\"teacher_girl\"]A typical kid takes about 10 subjects in sec1-2 (not all at same time though) but you really shouldn't worry about tuition teachers, I'm sure there are really good teachers in school. In case that teacher is not available, there are many other teachers of the same subject/department available in that school too. Encourage your child to make friends with good friends so that they can each other too.

math in sec1 is NOT similar to pri sch math. it is very different. you no longer need models. algebra is already taught at sec 1. a check of sec 1 textbooks will confirm that.
an observation of some students i know: some of them were not A* math students at pri school but they excel in secondary school maths. these students caught on to algebra with little problem. but many others who are well versed with modelling and heuristics have problem switching to algebra in sec school.

so an encouragement to those who may not have hit A* or A at PSLE math, you still have plenty of chances to excel in sec sch math. Work hard, practice a lot, be consistent in your work.

my neighbour can confirm that sec 1 maths is different from primary school...no longer models.[/quote]

[octoberbaby]

kids used to score A star Maths in primary school, can flung maths in sec sch. Possible meh?

[janet88]

TREX8:

I agree with Zeemini. Math in sec no longer relies on models but uses algebra. My dd, who had difficulty with models in pri sch, commented that sec math is so much easier.


Look out though for humanities subjects as the skills needed to answer exam qns will be new to pri students. Do not despair when they don't do well in the first few tests. Check that they understand the concepts, then allow them and their trs time to learn/teach the skills.

The good thing about grouping students with similar ability in sec sch, roughly based on COP, is that the pace of learning is similar, so trs are better able to teach at a suitable pace and students feel less threatened as majority of classmates are of similar ability.

加油 P6 parents. You have worked with your child to prepare and take one major exam. Whether the results are beyond/within/below expectations, just put aside psle results. Focus on helping your child settle in and find his/her place and niche in sec sch. They will blossom, in CCA, in leadership, in academics, when they are given opportunities and are in a place where they feel comfortable to try, to make mistakes and to take on new roles.

i would like to ask a kiasu question :razz:
with increase of subjects to 8-9 at sec 1, i wonder if my son is able to take cca which doesn't require him to stay back often ? my concern is with the longer hours, he will need time to adjust and cope with the changes.

[Piggy_mummy]

hi,

can someone advise on this:-
score 256
first choice-National Junior College (CUP-258)
second Choice-River Valley (CUP-254)
third choice-normal sec wothout IP

in this case, will she high chance get into River Valley or she will get third choice? since NJC she doesnt met the COP. thanks.

[octoberbaby]

janet_lee88:

i would like to ask a kiasu question :razz:
with increase of subjects to 8-9 at sec 1, i wonder if my son is able to take cca which doesn't require him to stay back often ? my concern is with the longer hours, he will need time to adjust and cope with the changes.

Not surprising everyday reach home 5 or 6 pm or 7pm. If sch and home distance is near, the child should be home by 5pm.

[octoberbaby]

Piggy_mummy:

hi,

can someone advise on this:-
score 256
first choice-National Junior College (CUP-258)
second Choice-River Valley (CUP-254)
third choice-normal sec wothout IP

in this case, will she high chance get into River Valley or she will get third choice? since NJC she doesnt met the COP. thanks.

Which sch are you aiming? NJC or RV?

On Dec 19, you will receive SMS most probably Option 2. Ask you to report the next day to RV.
If NJC is the dream school. After RV orientation, straightaway go to NJC take an appeal form and prepare all the photocopy documents.
Most probably NJC will accept. Boy or Girl?

[zeemimi]

octoberbaby:

kids used to score A star Maths in primary school, can flung maths in sec sch. Possible meh?

Yes! Possible. I won't hv believed that until I came across such students. They exist.

[Poet2010]

octoberbaby:

kids used to score A star Maths in primary school, can flung maths in sec sch. Possible meh?

anything is possible.

primary school education is just a foundation.

secondary school education is maturity.

students whom had scored well in PSLE (265) may not necessarily perform or excel in secondary curriculum, it's a matter of maturity rate in thinking n analysis ...

Just be supportive, no added pressure.

Cheers

[octoberbaby]

Poet2010:

anything is possible.

primary school education is just a foundation.

secondary school education is maturity.

students whom had scored well in PSLE (265) may not necessarily perform or excel in secondary curriculum, it's a matter of maturity rate in thinking n analysis ...

Just be supportive, no added pressure.

Cheers

You have the point. As my kid entered to the sec sch beg this year. The teacher told them about 20% co-hort failed mathematics. The students scored 260 above to enter into this school. Not sure aggregate for DSA students. GEPpers also can fail Maths?

[Poet2010]

octoberbaby:

janet_lee88:

i would like to ask a kiasu question :razz:
with increase of subjects to 8-9 at sec 1, i wonder if my son is able to take cca which doesn't require him to stay back often ? my concern is with the longer hours, he will need time to adjust and cope with the changes.

Not surprising everyday reach home 5 or 6 pm or 7pm. If sch and home distance is near, the child should be home by 5pm.

Dear Parents,
Choosing a school for your kids after the PSLE season can be a rather heart wrenching occasion.
Which school is good, which school offers a better training foundation, which school do thrives and excel, neighborhood school or schools that are of a travelling distance.

I've got one key point to render, if you deemed the child is highly self-motivated (i.e. minimal or no tuition needed), exhibited self-discipline (i.e. lesser gaming hour, self volunteering to attend school remedial lessons though not required), did perform well in the PSLE, then do exercise prime consideration to fit him/her in the top few schools, else be conservative and objective.

With God's blessing, my kids are doing well in school, self-studied, self-motivated, as for me, I just facilitate and provide the morale support.

All The Best @Poet2010