DSA 2012
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My DS is psle this year. In the very beginning, I ,same as those parents here , am thinking of which prestige sch I should apply for, but now after the baptism of the stressful exam, I have another thought to share. I saw my DS go through all the hurdles and come to an end now. I don’t intend to force him to go which sch, what programme that I suppose to be good for him. His ability and capability that can cope with the future studies is my first concern. If he scored an average result, I won’t force him to go such high cop schools that may make him feel inferior and demoralized. And traditional o level programme may be better than 6 year ip programme. At least he can test his ability whether suits for going to jc then a level or polytechnic . He at least got a o level certificate for his future studies or career. I took a level before, it’s not easy I know. If I just based on my preference want him to go ip coz directly 6 programme to a level. It may be a disaster for him.of course being a parent, I would like him to take 6 year a level programme and then go to university. That is a perfect scenario, but would it apply on my DS? Indeed my DS had full confidence before psle as his prelim did very well. However, after the actual battle, he is not as confident as before. Well, as I saw he tried his best , see his real ability after the release of the result and decide the best choice of his sec sch. Good luck for everyone here as well.
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Agree with you. IP programme can be v stressful and not suitable for everyone.
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I’ve been thru one. Not sure if relevant or not but will just share.
Having walked thru with my boy for Math n Science, I knew he knew alot more than what the PSLE requires. His foundation was good. BUT he just didn’t ‘do well’ for exams!
Main reason being he is RECKLESS!
His impatience often led him to rush thru his work/exams. He failed to notice subtle details (eg, keywords) that is needed to tacke the science questions. When he was younger, he could miss 1 whole page of math qns coz he flipped too fast and didn’t bother to check!!
SO that being said, if he’s not getting a high T-score, it may not be he is average…it could be due to other reasons. We hould help them if we feel they r destined for higher thing! -
NY1969:
Agree with you. IP programme can be v stressful and not suitable for everyone.
Being a parent is not easy now. I m now just assessing my son ability either IB, ip or o level is best for my son. During the honey moon period now, I ask for my son to read through all these programs n decide what he thinks best for himself. I analysize with him that he knows his strengthen is languages, both Chinese and English. Maths and science are comparatively performed average only. He likes to write and do rsearch and so he needs to justify himself and know the requirement of those different programs. Then at the end of the day, according to the psle result, make his non-regretful decision. -
Hi
My friend 's son got a CO from a premier school for IP course through academic but he fell ill since last week . Fever and stomach flu , unable to perform at his best condition . He afraid tht he may only get 230 plus . Although letter stated as long can get in Express but he afraid that school will not accept him or put him in some observation .
Needs your advice on these ! -
Kiasuno8:
I am sure your son has produced MC and is he also in list of irregularities report?Hi
My friend 's son got a CO from a premier school for IP course through academic but he fell ill since last week . Fever and stomach flu , unable to perform at his best condition . He afraid tht he may only get 230 plus . Although letter stated as long can get in Express but he afraid that school will not accept him or put him in some observation .
Needs your advice on these !
Then hopefully when markers are marking, they would take his illness into consideration.
Anyway, if CO already specified Express then it should be as such.
Know of kids who got into premier IP via DSA non CCA and eventually scoring 24x...they are now happily studying in the premier IP.
So ask your son don't worry because the score is something he can't change and after entering IP, just be happy and settle in. -
Snow Crystal:
:thankyou: For sharing
I am sure your son has produced MC and is he also in list of irregularities report?Kiasuno8:
Hi
My friend 's son got a CO from a premier school for IP course through academic but he fell ill since last week . Fever and stomach flu , unable to perform at his best condition . He afraid tht he may only get 230 plus . Although letter stated as long can get in Express but he afraid that school will not accept him or put him in some observation .
Needs your advice on these !
Then hopefully when markers are marking, they would take his illness into consideration.
Anyway, if CO already specified Express then it should be as such.
Know of kids who got into premier IP via DSA non CCA and eventually scoring 24x...they are now happily studying in the premier IP.
So ask your son don't worry because the score is something he can't change and after entering IP, just be happy and settle in.
Hope the school will not penalize him . -
My child has been getting above 80 marks (below 90) for all subject from P1 to P5. What is the chances of getting into Dunman High via acadamic and CCA leadership? She is not under GEP.
Should we try DSA to Dunman high next year? Or there is no chance at all?
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JJ1111:
One/two of the subjects should hit above 90 marks, if possible achieve it during P6 Prelim to gain extra chance. also, DC need to sit for GAT first before interview/.My child has been getting above 80 marks (below 90) for all subject from P1 to P5. What is the chances of getting into Dunman High via acadamic and CCA leadership? She is not under GEP.
Should we try DSA to Dunman high next year? Or there is no chance at all? -
isetan:
Thanks.
One/two of the subjects should hit above 90 marks, if possible achieve it during P6 Prelim to gain extra chance. also, DC need to sit for GAT first before interview/.JJ1111:
My child has been getting above 80 marks (below 90) for all subject from P1 to P5. What is the chances of getting into Dunman High via acadamic and CCA leadership? She is not under GEP.
Should we try DSA to Dunman high next year? Or there is no chance at all?
Than I think no chance. :sad: My child since P4 has not exceed 90 marks. 1-2 subject is above 85 but below 90.
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