DSA 2022

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AudreyK\" post_id=\"2088946\" time=\"1668665023\" user_id=\"121871:

Thanks so much for sharing Doodbug.

That's good that your DD managed to get into her dream school with her own abilities

What I wanted to know is that , are kids struggling hard in IP schools after they have DSAed (sports) into these schools (esp when they score is below the cut off for these IP schools) or they are able to cope well with peers in the same environment,

Should we aim high on these schools when offer is given or should we pick a mid tier school to play safe. hmm
eg, AL 12, will kids struggle in IP school if gotten a CO.

Depends on child’s learning style and motivation. I have seen sports kids hothoused both in sports and lots of tuition to marginally meet/below the COP of IP schools but did not eventually thrive in the program. I have also seen sports kids quite below cop of ip school
With no tuition since pri Sch and a self-starter, progressing well in IP schools.
Which IP Sch are u considering? Not all IP schools are the same in terms of intensity of work or curriculum or promotion criteria.

[Mr.025413Clumsy]

AudreyK\" post_id=\"2088946\" time=\"1668665023\" user_id=\"121871:

Thanks so much for sharing Doodbug.

That's good that your DD managed to get into her dream school with her own abilities

What I wanted to know is that , are kids struggling hard in IP schools after they have DSAed (sports) into these schools (esp when they score is below the cut off for these IP schools) or they are able to cope well with peers in the same environment,

Should we aim high on these schools when offer is given or should we pick a mid tier school to play safe. hmm
eg, AL 12, will kids struggle in IP school if gotten a CO.

That's a tricky question since much depends on the student and the school he/she has DSA'd into. If the student does struggle, it's hard to say if that is due to the IP program or whether the sports demands are excessive or if there are other external factors.

What I do know is that some schools (perhaps many schools) which have admitted students via the DSA route actually monitor the students' performance and will step in if they see that the student is struggling. Transitioning into secondary school is a challenge in and of itself, what more when the student is expected to perform in an extra-curricular activity. Yes, I believe that the expectation is that the student performs. So the pressure on the child is higher which warrants closer monitoring and intervention from the school, if things start to wobble.

That said, I also know of students who do really well as they enjoy the academic program and are passionate with their sport. They thrive because they are given an opportunity to showcase their capabilities. They also appreciate the facilities and exposure provided by the school so it's ultimately a win-win scenario.

But, as I said, much depends on the student and the school. It's not always a perfect match which is why I think engaging with the school early is key. You need to know what the DSA approach, program, support etc. are like and only proceed with eyes open

[Yutong]

Dear Parents,


My daughter is playing Cello and we are thinking of trying for CCA such as String Ensemble.

Can ask parents, what are the things to prepare or take note to better her chances? I wanted her to go try NJC, but she wanted very much to try Dunman.

[AudreyK]

Anyone DSA into NYGH without taking HCL?

[cool_hi]

Mr.Clumsy\" post_id=\"2089087\" time=\"1668766238\" user_id=\"135989:

That's a tricky question since much depends on the student and the school he/she has DSA'd into. If the student does struggle, it's hard to say if that is due to the IP program or whether the sports demands are excessive or if there are other external factors.

What I do know is that some schools (perhaps many schools) which have admitted students via the DSA route actually monitor the students' performance and will step in if they see that the student is struggling. Transitioning into secondary school is a challenge in and of itself, what more when the student is expected to perform in an extra-curricular activity. Yes, I believe that the expectation is that the student performs. So the pressure on the child is higher which warrants closer monitoring and intervention from the school, if things start to wobble.

That said, I also know of students who do really well as they enjoy the academic program and are passionate with their sport. They thrive because they are given an opportunity to showcase their capabilities. They also appreciate the facilities and exposure provided by the school so it's ultimately a win-win scenario.

But, as I said, much depends on the student and the school. It's not always a perfect match which is why I think engaging with the school early is key. You need to know what the DSA approach, program, support etc. are like and only proceed with eyes open

Agree!! Depends a lot on the child's academic abilities & learning attitudes .
& tbh,very very few parents share on \"failure\" cases
(For obvious reasons!), so many thought ok la,strike lottery ,just take lor.. but if they do not \"know\" their kids \"well\",they may be sending the kids to 4-6years of struggles,can end up getting a low self-esteem kid(I saw real examples),I think this is so unwise..

& fyi not all schools bother to monitor kids who dsa into schools which are much better than their psle score & render help when kids need obviously...
Don't leave this to luck & regret!

I know of 1 real case..not even IP,but is a good neighbourhood school,ard cop 243..1 child dsa in using sports,psle score 200,just make it to express ..fail maths all the way to sec4,other subjects also weak,but need to take 2× Pure science as combined science is not offered,so even though failed both pure science at end sec3, not able
To change to combined science..end up, for this yr o level,\"drop\" pure chem & Amath,never go for exam..
& low-self-esteem, avoid talking to friends as they are mostly smarter,through the 4 years! I feel if the child went to a school which is just a bit better than own psle score, would have been able to bring out academic potential much better...

Another case I know is,gal from Nanyang pri,got 250 can go Nygh with affiliation,but parents decide not to let their gal go,coz they feel is not a good fit, though her gal took HCL at psle,but she is not so good & they feel she does not suit IP,& prefer to go another mission co-ed school..& is doing well there!!
With leadership opportunities etc..

So key is: KNOW your Child's learning abilities & character well..if a child feel inferior easily,then I feel should not go to a school which is much better thru DSA, as there is a high chance the child may \"break\" easily, emotionally..
& very stressful to commit to the sports cca & manage the higher demands in academic..
Key is: a child need to be Happy, then can be confident of themselves, & able to face challenges bravely & positively.

Oops! Pardon for long sharing:) hope this helps!
All the BEST!

[Slothie]

Hello! Quick question. Is the school posted via DSA reflected on the psle result slip?

[Slothie]

Hello! Quick question. Is the school posted via DSA reflected on the psle result slip?

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Slothie\" post_id=\"2089562\" time=\"1669176231\" user_id=\"198513:

Hello! Quick question. Is the school posted via DSA reflected on the psle result slip?

Not on the result slip itself but you will get the outcome along with the PSLE results release today.

All the best.

[SG_KP1]

Slothie\" post_id=\"2089563\" time=\"1669176254\" user_id=\"198513:

Hello! Quick question. Is the school posted via DSA reflected on the psle result slip?

Check the S1 Option Form (envelope).

[wind1_19]

There is an envelope that comes with it and says the school posted to.