Hong Wen

[hquek]

hi smum,


Could you share some idea on what HW life is like? For instance, the teachers encountered, the level of homework, the academic standards in general. I can’t find much in their website - only know for sure they seem to place a lot of pride in their rope skipping and maybe wushu.

Thanks much!

[smum]

I think Hong Wen belongs to those very "Chinese" culture school. They have old folks home people attending school celebration. Donation to charity etc. So I think it is good for character building for the students.


I found they are not over emphasis on homework. For me, it’s great because I prefer my child not to have so much homework. But for most parents, this might not be a good thing.

Hong Wen is a SAP school. Found their Higher Chinese standard not bad. There are regular test to ensure the students learn. So far, I have never receive any notice of English or Maths test in school. I think they do it internally and did not expect parents to help revise with the child.

Feels that it is more for those parents who wants the child to expose to Chinese culture. Definitely not for those who is looking for academic advancement.

[hquek]

Thanks smum for the insight! At least this gives a clearer picture on what to expect.

[jordanmommy]

Hi,


I wonder if there is exam for P1 students in Hong Wen?

[mgsim]

hquek:

came across this in asiaone.com


http://forums.asiaone.com/showthread.php?t=21639

Sounds scary. One thing to scold and admonish kids, another to be waving a scissors around.

Any parents with kids in HW who can share their experience?

Hello Hquek,
Any idea on the name of the form teacher.. is this person still teaching in HW ? :shock:

Got to take precautions now that my kid is getting in next year ! :?

[hquek]

Sorry no clues, my child is not currently in HW - I’m just eyeing that school.


I guess it’s really a matter of luck whether your child gets a patient/impatient/caring/uncaring teacher. It’s how you and your child react that will be key. We all will meet our fair share of nice/not nice people (bosses, subordinates, peers) - so maybe encountering a ‘bad’ teacher could turn out to be a good lesson afterall.

[mgsim]

hquek:

Sorry no clues, my child is not currently in HW - I'm just eyeing that school.


I guess it's really a matter of luck whether your child gets a patient/impatient/caring/uncaring teacher. It's how you and your child react that will be key. We all will meet our fair share of nice/not nice people (bosses, subordinates, peers) - so maybe encountering a 'bad' teacher could turn out to be a good lesson afterall.

Well, it is one thing to have a bad teacher, but to have a scissors wielding teacher... :!:

[smum]

I believe the teacher will be more careful with the "scissor" now that the principal is in the loop. I guess that is why parents must be involved in their children life so as to step in and help as and when needed.

[hnghng]

My son will go to HW school next yrs too.

Willing to put him at after school care. So difficult to find near the school.
May i know when the school start the after school care?
Pls advice. Thanks.

[hnghng]

Found a Student care next to the Hong Wen School.

\" Saint's Elmo Education Centre\" at 4C St. George Lane.
Any parents send their children there?
Pls advice. Thanks :roll: