Hong Wen

[SAHM_TAN]

my62202:

Hi SAHM_TAN,

i had called the school few weeks ago...
they said register in Apr for the PV
btw, need to go thru any interview for the PV ??

ya, PCPS PV already closed...a bit too early...

Different schools have different closing dates, I know of another school which has an even earlier dateline then PCPS :lol: . It's something I wanted to feedback to MOE because the MOE website does not state this clearly.

There's no interview, they welcome all who wish to have a chance at phase 2B :lol: . At least this is the situation under the current P.

BTW, you will not find any other infor about PSLE results. It's not publicized

[hquek]

my62202:

Hi, i m new here...


PCPS in TPY definitely difficult to get in...
so DH is thinking of HWS coz of its good reputation...
most likely will be registering for PV come this Apr...
btw, my DS is born in 2006, register 2012 for P1 in 2013...

after reading the whole thread...realised that 2010 top score was 260...
sounds good to me...how abt 2009 n 2008 ??

also all the mummies here seems very united and very concerned...
i likey...
and lionheart is PSG from HWS ??
u r very concerned and really listened to us parents...
gambatte...

HWS seems to focus more on chinese...
i like it coz as a chinese, we shouldn't forget our root...
but what abt english ?? it's equally important too...

btw, any school bus to TPY ??

hi my62202, welcome! I'm not sure about the reputation part (just being very honest) but so far, the few short months my DS is in the school, I pretty like much of what I see.

Please always remember that a significant part of school population comes from disadvantaged background - so this will affect the school's scoring in general. I was surprised to learn that not all pupils have cable tv, no computer and even internet connection (though nowadays MOE gives free pc and internet to children from low income) - ok, I very suaku.

I have no regrets about putting DS (1 and later 2) in this school. Sahm_Tan was right, it's up to us to make HWS a good school to be in.

TPY is not too far away, I assume there would be school bus. But note that kids are encouraged to report by 7.10am (for silent reading and other activities).

[Footprintz]

Hi everyone,


Its my first post in this forum

I am keen on sending my son to Hong Wen Primary, cus its relatively near my house. Since its quite a good school, definately need to ballot, even though we stay nearby.

So the next option is PV !! Just wondering when does HWP accept PV application ? Do we PV only the year before registration?

My son has another 3-4 yrs to P1. I read that some other schools are already accepting PV 3-4 yrs ahead.

Want to research so I will be better prepared, these days so stressful everywhere...Anyone can help ?

[SAHM_TAN]

Footprintz:

Hi everyone,


Its my first post in this forum

I am keen on sending my son to Hong Wen Primary, cus its relatively near my house. Since its quite a good school, definately need to ballot, even though we stay nearby.

So the next option is PV !! Just wondering when does HWP accept PV application ? Do we PV only the year before registration?

My son has another 3-4 yrs to P1. I read that some other schools are already accepting PV 3-4 yrs ahead.

Want to research so I will be better prepared, these days so stressful everywhere...Anyone can help ?

Currently is register the year before P1 registration. From my62202, she was told to register in Apr for her DS who will be registering next year. But from what I understand they do accept registeration from parents whose child does not register in the next year. It's just that in the year of registration, only parent whose child will register will be allow for PV.

PV is still relatively new in HWS, so not sure will there be any changes. It's best to check with the school yearly to get the latest news. I'm kiasi in this regard because kenna burnt before :lol: :lol: :lol:

[hquek]

Footprintz:

Hi everyone,


Its my first post in this forum

Want to research so I will be better prepared, these days so stressful everywhere...Anyone can help ?

hi footprintz, welcome. Suggest you to call the school if you are not sure. When I joined pv, it was quite free for all. Now they are more stringent in that parents not registering so fast are not given priority, that's what I sense. It's good cos the work and hours then goes to those who are truly in need. I recalled once I had clocked the hours, they told us to give chance.

good luck with your search. Always a good idea to be prepared.

[my62202]

hi SAHM_TAN & hquek,


agree with u gals that it’s the students who determine what kind of school it is…

so far HWS is our first choice of school…
unless DH got last minute changes…

btw, is it a lot of homework in P1 ??
daily or weekly homework ??
it’s very stressful to both parents n kids if P1 already overload with homework…

argh…scary…

[hquek]

my62202:

btw, is it a lot of homework in P1 ??

daily or weekly homework ??
it's very stressful to both parents n kids if P1 already overload with homework...

argh...scary...

hi my62202,

Homework depends on the teacher. I understand in other P1 classes, they have homework to bring home. Thus far, my kid's homework is mainly reading (chinese textbook), a bit of art (to color). Quite relax really. But then recently they have show & tell - so I got to prepare with him.

Kindly note, in P1, they seem to be very finicky. DS had to redo portions of his maths work becos he never use ruler to draw straight line. Not quite sure why they are so focused on that - but in Rome, I'm going to do as Rome does.

[keenDaddy]

WorkingMommy:

It's $245 per month. Once you have confirmed a place in HW, call proteach to enquire about the vacancy. You are required to pay one month deposit to reserve a place.

Thanks WorkingMommy!

[lionheart]

Perhaps age catching up and i am gettin grumpy lately..


2 cents worth of thought here..

Lately, i kept receiving PM from potential HWS parents or alrdy-parents whom are concerned about PSLE results in HWS. i heard many use means to try find it; Some fabricated numbers for/against HWS.

For the benefits for HWS parents or Wannabe, the School principal shared T-scores with PSG leaders and activists. It is not a trade secret actually. Maybe some see this as a must.., but is it necessary? Does it make a difference if we know the T-score?

As i see it and the P has similar thoughts; Lets keep bad competition away from students. Allow our student try their best and achieve their potential using their own abilities with no expense in health and happiness.

In order to have that happen, imho School has to avoid giving unnecessary pressure to students and teachers. While parents and other stakeholders give love, resource and thoughts to value-add the process;


I am an old school.. Hope this clarify why i am not responsive whenever it comes to any queries related to HWS PSLE results....

For those who can't sleep without knowing the T-score....Be assured.. the T-Score is A++ against schools of similar social-economic background.

[lionheart]

my62202:

Hi, i m new here...


i'm actually a SAHM staying in Toa Payoh...
as i'm not local and DH's old school no longer around..
so no matter which school we apply sure in phase 2C...

PCPS in TPY definitely difficult to get in...
so DH is thinking of HWS coz of its good reputation...
most likely will be registering for PV come this Apr...
btw, my DS is born in 2006, register 2012 for P1 in 2013...

after reading the whole thread...realised that 2010 top score was 260...
sounds good to me...how abt 2009 n 2008 ??

also all the mummies here seems very united and very concerned...
i likey...
and lionheart is PSG from HWS ??
u r very concerned and really listened to us parents...
gambatte...

HWS seems to focus more on chinese...
i like it coz as a chinese, we shouldn't forget our root...
but what abt english ?? it's equally important too...

btw, any school bus to TPY ??

i am from PSG.

PV.. please register early. I have helped 20+ parents registered since Dec. .. and i believe many go direct to school to sign up PV.. so the number available may be very few now.. Do try to close this quickly.

I dun think any School bus problem to TPY. i knew a few students stayed in TPY.