simplycho\" post_id=\"1905681\" time=\"1554786046\" user_id=\"39507:

my 9 yr old was recently back from a trip to Shanghai
total cost including travel insurance was around $1.2k? after moe subsidy and deducting edusave.. we paid around $180 cash
this includes all transport and all meals in shanghai
but I heard different trips have different amount of subsidies

simplycho\" post_id=\"1906455\" time=\"1555299758\" user_id=\"39507:

Giggler1\" post_id=\"1906452\" time=\"1555299544\" user_id=\"19829:

How do we get subsidy?

It’s based on the type if house you stay (at least for DS school)
even for my DS school, different trips got different % of subsidy

Giggler1\" post_id=\"1906452\" time=\"1555299544\" user_id=\"19829:

How do we get subsidy?

Vanz\" post_id=\"1905673\" time=\"1554783138\" user_id=\"165801:

We've always been interested with Overseas Immersion Programmes, but I'm not sure with the cost and all.

ssliana\" post_id=\"1853280\" time=\"1529649756\" user_id=\"168664:

I think overseas immersion programmes / OCIP programmes can be very beneficial for students, provided there is a clear and deep objective to the trip! Students always benefit from being exposed to different perspectives, people and places, especially in an environment like Singapore's, with such an overarching narrative and expectation of what it means to be 'successful'. They can be very good reminders that there is a wider world beyond grades and test scores, which helps build self-esteem and a belief in children's own competency.

simplycho:

thanks for the feedback!

hmm dont think its to represent school
more like because too many kids apply then they need to interview
but i will check it out as well
if DS passes the interview

is there a moe regulated teacher:student ratio?

simplycho:

hi parents, my P4 ds was also selected for interview for an immersion trip to shanghai/xiamen

initially we were skeptical and left him to handle the written submission
we didnt think he would be granted an interview
now we are stuck because he is so excited and wishes to do his best for the interview
on one hand, we are thrilled if he gets past the interview himself
but on the other hand, we are worried that if he gets selected after interview and we were to stop him from going, he will be devastated

we mentioned that we will bring him to china in future but i guess he really wants to experience travelling on his own

as parents, our key concerns are of safety.. food and comfort of accomodation are secondary
any idea which airline do they normally fly?
we hope to follow along but without interfering with the schedule

Del27:

You don't hear of schools going to India right? Why not go for immersion in Malaysian schools then? This cultivates better cultural understanding with our neighbours and more relevant.

ngl2010:

slmkhoo:

[quote=\"ngl2010\"]My niece travelled ALONE to Europe for 1 month after her A levels. She is so daring! I won’t allow DS to travel alone for 1 month overseas at 18yo. When I asked her how she ensure her safety, she told me she carries penknife all the time. :faint:

I wouldn't allow that either! How did her parents feel about it? Even my husband and I, at our age and with our experience, wouldn't travel alone like that. There are just too many risks, and unless she is extremely good at self-defence, a penknife isn't going to help! Travelling from point to point would probably be safer - I would be fine if my daughter wanted to visit friends overseas, travelling from place to place, for a month (depending on where and how).

janet88:

hubby is paranoid about kids going overseas. i thought i am worse. anyway, son's japan trip is fully packed itinerary. planning to apply for a debit card for him. at least he can buy something he likes.

Zeit:

dolphin11:

we just had an episode of bullying. not about parenting methods. sometimes its just a mattar of time for them to develop the skills to say no.

Your child was recently bullied by his classmates and you don't feel good that he's going to be with them on this overseas trip? Won't there be a buddy system or 1 teacher: 5 kids to look out for one another?

If you judge that your son's not mature or street smart enough, it's best to opt out. There's very little culture/heritage to learn across the Causeway (unless they are going to Malacca or Penang). You can take him there yourself.

I just don't feel safe when you mentioned Causeway, which means they are travelling by coach. I rather be the one controlling the wheel. Any mishap, I take full responsibility!

Cloud Cloud:

dolphin11:

[quote=\"slmkhoo\"]Dolphin11's child is still in pr school? I would probably not allow if he was my child. I don't see the need, and I feel that kids of that age are still too young to travel in groups away from family.


From the mid-teens, I think kids should be sensible and independent enough to travel in school groups.

This year, my 18yo daughter is planning to go on a week's holiday with 3 other girls. The various parents have told them that if they go on a tour, we're OK with it. By next year, she may well be living overseas and I will just have to trust her good sense, so this is a \"try-out\". I studied overseas from 19yo, and travelled extensively with friends, and it was fine. A lot depends on the child's maturity and good sense.

yes he is primary schooler. I am trying share in this group that it's ok not to go . Why risk if you know your child's senses has not develop? Look deeper into the purpose. Is it necessary in the first place?

Cloud Cloud:

In fact, I did not even allow dd1 to take part in the swimming lessons conducted by her primary school. I cannot trust the teacher and trainer to take care of so many children in the pool.