DSA 2012

[clay569]

Peony:

For 1) it depends on the sch u are applying for. For the IP sch my DD applied for, am not sure, but I thought that all were invited for the HAST test. Then only shortlisted students were invited for the interview. I felt this was very fair as different Schs have different level of difficulty hence, inviting all to sit for the same test is the way to go. I'm referring to DSA via academics.

For 2) selection is based on PSLE score. Many rejected students have made it to their dream sch via their actual results.

Skyed, Peony, thanks!

Is it advisable to prepare for GAT test? What does it test? I saw on random page in this thread that it tests shapes and patterns. Does this still hold true now?

[ruohoo97]

clay569:

Peony:

For 1) it depends on the sch u are applying for. For the IP sch my DD applied for, am not sure, but I thought that all were invited for the HAST test. Then only shortlisted students were invited for the interview. I felt this was very fair as different Schs have different level of difficulty hence, inviting all to sit for the same test is the way to go. I'm referring to DSA via academics.

For 2) selection is based on PSLE score. Many rejected students have made it to their dream sch via their actual results.

Skyed, Peony, thanks!

Is it advisable to prepare for GAT test? What does it test? I saw on random page in this thread that it tests shapes and patterns. Does this still hold true now?

There is no need to prepare GAT test. However, part of GAT test for NYGH and RGS was in fact the same. :?

[adelynn75]

Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

[Skyed]

adelynn75:

Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

I believe different schools have different requirements. If I'm not wrong I think for Singapore Sports School need to get a PSLE score of at least Express stream + DSA via sports.

[ruohoo97]

adelynn75:

Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

If you intent to apply RGS, yes, there is provisional offer for some sports DSA, PSLE >235.

[watmekiasu]

ruohoo97:

adelynn75:

Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

If you intent to apply RGS, yes, there is provisional offer for some sports DSA, PSLE >235.

I am very curious to know how these students cope with their academics - their schoolmates are generally 260 and above. If they can keep up, then it gives great hopes to others hoping to DSA into the school.

[Nebbermind]

But a lot of these sports kids are very disciplined, and probably spent a lot more time on their sports than academic stuff prior to their psle. So their psle scores may not truly reflect on their academic capability, n with their disciplined character, catching up may not be a problem.

Also seen a couple of gep, tidah apa type, slacker, underperformers…outside people probably thought they were hothoused coz of the non stellar results. But can suddenly wake up after prelim n scored good enough for RI…definitely unreleased potential previously n not short of brainjuice…but one thing, may be difficult to work with as adult if donch change.

[ks2011]

watmekiasu:

ruohoo97:

[quote=\"adelynn75\"]Is there any minimum academic results for DSA via sports?

If you intent to apply RGS, yes, there is provisional offer for some sports DSA, PSLE >235.

I am very curious to know how these students cope with their academics - their schoolmates are generally 260 and above. If they can keep up, then it gives great hopes to others hoping to DSA into the school.[/quote]I know of some sports DSA girls in RGS. They are doing very well. Perhaps the IP syllabus suits them.

[ruohoo97]

Nebbermind:

But a lot of these sports kids are very disciplined, and probably spent a lot more time on their sports than academic stuff prior to their psle. So their psle scores may not truly reflect on their academic capability, n with their disciplined character, catching up may not be a problem.

Also seen a couple of gep, tidah apa type, slacker, underperformers...outside people probably thought they were hothoused coz of the non stellar results. But can suddenly wake up after prelim n scored good enough for RI...definitely unreleased potential previously n not short of brainjuice....but one thing, may be difficult to work with as adult if donch change.

That is so true. In fact, those who are very driven and motivated, mostly do very well in both academic and sports. I have come to know quite number of them, when they were in primary school, from top class, as well as National Finalists; one of them even opted out from GEP, the parents felt his plate was already too full,:)

For those sports children who spend many hours training, perhaps they know they have less time to study, so they learn to study more efficiently (remembing Ksi); Sports also provide stress relief during stressful PSLE year, as least my DD said so. :lol

[octoberbaby]

In my kid’s school, those girls who DSA sports have to change their class test timing and days frequently because clash with extensive training before competition. Very very disruptive. Some swimmers have to start practise swimming at 6am. Reach school about 8-9am. At least swimming pool in Bt Timah nearby from Anderson Road.