DSA 2024
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yitchieh\" post_id=\"2132910\" time=\"1713574841\" user_id=\"176771:
Basically 3 ways to get into NUSHigh through Year 1 admissions.
Hi may I know for NUS High. Entry is based on their own exams right? Does PSLE score matters for them? And once acceptance, the child cant choose other sch? Example reject DSA and apply other Sec 1 school once receive PSLE result.
1. Talent spotted - already some platinum medallist / award winner and in their training programmes. Invited to join without having to sit for selection test. Scholarship usually offered.
2. Selection. Test round 1 and DSA Camp round 2 - majority will enter this way.
Some will need to go for interview so they hv better understanding of the passion and motivations. After offer, get high enough PSLE score to qualify for ESIS if you want fees to be largely covered ( as with all IP schools).
For 1 and 2. When offered, choose NUSH as first choice in DSA choice selection and then PSLE score just needs to clear express hurdle ( whatever it means in AL system. Group 3 ?)
1 and 2 Once you are offered and then make the first choice selection ( after PSLE exams BUT before PSLE results) , you do not join the countrywide S1 posting exercise after PSLE results. You already receive your posting slip confirming your DSA choice same time as you get your PSLE results. You will not receive that slip asking you to fill your posting choices.
3. SIE stage post PSLE results . Just a few or none per year depending if there are places left over from 1 and 2 .
PSLE score matters - first, you must not hold a DSA offer already and achieved AL 4-6 in the PSLE , plus need AL 1 in both math and science - you are up against the top scorers (used to be qualified as > 250 and A* both math and science) who apply after PSLE. And this exercise happens ONLY if there are vacancies and after results release. But anyone who has interest should indicate that before results release so observe the timelines closely.
Interview is conducted and you accept within 24 hrs. Take heart, they admit they do not pick the highest scorers - it is the interview that matters. They have picked the 250 region guy over the 260 guys as they assessed better fit for the school.
Personally, I see parallel like Cambridge selection once you meet the minimium mark, it is abt FIT … and not like non-interview courses in Imperial or Manchester , where only the top relevant grades are picked.
For SIE, you will not join the joint admissions exercise, NUSH will inform MOH to take you out of the exercise after you accept their 24 hr offer.
Official link
https://www.nushigh.edu.sg/admissions/year-1-and-3-admissions/year-1-admissions/
Open house 2024 details
https://www.nushigh.edu.sg/admissions/open-house/
Ahead of it, do view the informative videos . We learnt a lot , albeit belatedly, from there only after DS was in school for several years. Would advise all prospective parents to understand the ethos and vibe thoroughly to support their child. It is a road less travelled, not for everyone but if there is a fit, your child will be grateful you supported him/her in this adventure beyond the normie boundaries of opportunities, growth and achievements.
https://www.nushigh.edu.sg/admissions/open-house/open-house-information/ -
Wah
Must be gepper parents. Right?
For (1), I only know 1 real example first hand.
It’s really rare.
So 170+ minus the (1).
Remaining is for (2) and (3)lucid\" post_id=\"2132921\" time=\"1713580146\" user_id=\"14312:
Basically 3 ways to get into NUSHigh through Year 1 admissions.
1. Talent spotted - already some platinum medallist / award winner and in their training programmes. Invited to join without having to sit for selection test. Scholarship usually offered.
2. Selection. Test round 1 and DSA Camp round 2 - majority will enter this way.
Some will need to go for interview so they hv better understanding of the passion and motivations. After offer, get high enough PSLE score to qualify for ESIS if you want fees to be largely covered ( as with all IP schools).
For 1 and 2. When offered, choose NUSH as first choice in DSA choice selection and then PSLE score just needs to clear express hurdle ( whatever it means in AL system. Group 3 ?)
1 and 2 Once you are offered and then make the first choice selection ( after PSLE exams BUT before PSLE results) , you do not join the countrywide S1 posting exercise after PSLE results. You already receive your posting slip confirming your DSA choice same time as you get your PSLE results. You will not receive that slip asking you to fill your posting choices.
3. SIE stage post PSLE results . Just a few or none per year depending if there are places left over from 1 and 2 .
PSLE score matters - first, you must not hold a DSA offer already and achieved AL 4-6 in the PSLE , plus need AL 1 in both math and science - you are up against the top scorers (used to be qualified as > 250 and A* both math and science) who apply after PSLE. And this exercise happens ONLY if there are vacancies and after results release. But anyone who has interest should indicate that before results release so observe the timelines closely.
Interview is conducted and you accept within 24 hrs. Take heart, they admit they do not pick the highest scorers - it is the interview that matters. They have picked the 250 region guy over the 260 guys as they assessed better fit for the school.
Personally, I see parallel like Cambridge selection once you meet the minimium mark, it is abt FIT … and not like non-interview courses in Imperial or Manchester , where only the top relevant grades are picked.
For SIE, you will not join the joint admissions exercise, NUSH will inform MOH to take you out of the exercise after you accept their 24 hr offer.
Official link
https://www.nushigh.edu.sg/admissions/year-1-and-3-admissions/year-1-admissions/
Open house 2024 details
https://www.nushigh.edu.sg/admissions/open-house/
Ahead of it, do view the informative videos . We learnt a lot , albeit belatedly, from there only after DS was in school for several years. Would advise all prospective parents to understand the ethos and vibe thoroughly to support their child. It is a road less travelled, not for everyone but if there is a fit, your child will be grateful you supported him/her in this adventure beyond the normie boundaries of opportunities, growth and achievements.
https://www.nushigh.edu.sg/admissions/open-house/open-house-information/ -
Hi…
As moe change new rule which no more streams as express , normal and NE…
I wonder does it mean DSA aim for normal neighbourhoods schools also useless?
Under old stream system… as long as you get in via DSA no matter to which school as least is under express…
Now under new system does it mean if not aim for popular school or IP … no point go using DSA for normal school as there will not be confirmation under express? -
Are there selection tests for DSA via science for RGS and NYGH?
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skii\" post_id=\"2132949\" time=\"1713668918\" user_id=\"82603:
Some GEP, not all. Scholarship ones from what I know for a few cohorts now , usually make up one full class ( ard 23-25).
Wah
Must be gepper parents. Right?
For (1), I only know 1 real example first hand.
It’s really rare.
So 170+ minus the (1).
Remaining is for (2) and (3)
But they don’t stay in the same class in upper years given different course choices. Not all the scholars will do well either. Some are literally hothoused in and it will show up in higher years.
In fact, it is the only IP that does not distinguish between Gepper or non-Gepper. Very inclusive and indifferent who came from what school or who is male or female - as the greatest equaliser is just making it in. Those who go in through route 3 are the rarest - only a handful if any. First, they hv to have high score and not already spoken for in DSA and then there are just a handful places (2-4 pax) some years. -
Pietweetie\" post_id=\"2132892\" time=\"1713522146\" user_id=\"204365:
No. My girl got into RV via DSA last year. She didn't take Higher Chinese in primary school.
Hi
If the child does not take Higher Chinese does it mean the child will not be able to apply River Valley through DSA?
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judoboys\" post_id=\"2132883\" time=\"1713516762\" user_id=\"94986:
Hi, I thought that as long as you qualify for posting group 3 (Express), ie AL20 the school will accept you ?
That is true if u have been already given the CO or WL (eligible to convert). Just need AL20 in psle.
My points were based on selection process ie P4/5/6 midyr score. If student is a national champ but achieved academic average of AL15 (random figure), it may not be feasible to apply to DSA judo in RI or HC.
1. Find the teacher in charge during the openhouse and get their inputs.
2. Good to speak to the school appointed coach for advice. I presume ur boys alrdy in Judo right? So their current coaches should know some things, else the dojo overall head coach.
3. If can, just drop by the NSG la to have a feel. Unfortunately C Div Judo in July (Hougang Sec). A and B Div on 15-17 May in OCBC arena. -
Hi, would appreciate some advice from parents on DSA via Chinese Orchestra. DS’s in Chinese Orchestra and taking part in this year’s SYF. Other than miscellaneous school performances, no other performance experience. His CCA instructor advised him to take up private lessons but we didn’t because no budget…Has anyone gotten in through DSA Chinese Orchestra? If so, which school and what is your child’s DSA profile like? Thanks a lot!!
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skii\" post_id=\"2132949\" time=\"1713668918\" user_id=\"82603:
Actually, most students are not GEP.
Wah
Must be gepper parents. Right?
For (1), I only know 1 real example first hand.
It’s really rare.
So 170+ minus the (1).
Remaining is for (2) and (3)
The final intake of 170+ students comes from ~80 primary schools, not all of which are top schools. My son's school is just a neighborhood school, and last year, 4 students from his school got into NUSH.
I feel that among the top schools, NUSH offers the most fairness and opportunities. At least everyone has a chance to sit in the selection test, Unlike in other schools where most applicants get eliminated in the shortlisting stage. -
koudayao27\" post_id=\"2133001\" time=\"1713775310\" user_id=\"199369:
It's heartening to hear this. Sounds like each cohort could comprise a good mix of students. I hear good things about NUS High but am worried that it maybe a rather \"stressful\" environment. Anyone has any feedback regarding this?
Actually, most students are not GEP.
The final intake of 170+ students comes from ~80 primary schools, not all of which are top schools. My son's school is just a neighborhood school, and last year, 4 students from his school got into NUSH.
I feel that among the top schools, NUSH offers the most fairness and opportunities. At least everyone has a chance to sit in the selection test, Unlike in other schools where most applicants get eliminated in the shortlisting stage.