St Gabriel's Primary

[aoyk]

Believe confirmation letters have been received. 13 Nov is orientation day. Wonder if it’s the same for everyone. Anyway, I do like the cosy environment at the school and was there for Open House. It was then that a response by a teacher to a query by a parent touched me. A parent had asked about their kids should do at music class if they already play a keyboard and may get bored. The teacher responded calmly that perhaps the kid could help show other kids how to play it. For me, this is the heart of education and I pretty much made up my mind about enrolling at SGPS. Thought I might share this. Other than that, I’ve heard very positive things about the school from other parents. Hope this helps!

[samihiap]

Nosarah wrote:

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I wonder where the cut off was. All SCs admitted >2km? Was very well-subscribed
> at phase 2b compared to previous years.

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> Yes, 2b this year saw higher registration numbers than previous years. I’m phase
> 2c and more than 2km. Thought my chance will be slim this year.
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> Turns out well! All SC admitted plus around 10 PRs I think.



Am also surprised (but relieved) that the school didn’t have to ballot for 2C. Can’t imagine going thru more stress and anxiety…

Noticed that there’s not very much going on in this forum, which explains why not many people, including me, knows anything more about the school, apart from the general info posted on its website.

We all have our boys’ interests at heart, so perhaps more parents can participate here and, hopefully, with more exchanges, help the kids do well/even better in school.

Hi to all successful parents entering SGPS in 2015, a big congrats to u all.

I have my DS now in Primary one and he is enjoying so much in school.

Soon he will complete his first year and I can says he has learned alot and experienced many great stuffs organised by the school.

Not only teachers are wonderful, I must also add that the school management team including principals are very helpful and responding.

Of course with the varities of CCAs to choose from, my DS has the opportunity to pick up a unique sport many other schools may not have provided and would have to cost more if chose to pick it up outside school. The game is golf.

DS also make lots of friends not only from his own class but also from his other classes.

I like the mentorship / buddy system which the school introduced in the beginning of the school term which helps DS to gain confidence and making us parents more assured he is being looked after.

For those who required after school care, morning star will be a good option and it is inside the school so security and safety wise is ensured.

School bus routes covers all over the island so should not be a problem for those living far. Though DS wakes up very early to catch school bus.

I hope the above gives you all a little information and some guides what SGPS has and can provide and of course to share my own personal experience with the school. Overall, we are delighted and confident that this is the right school for our DS.

I wishes all of you a successful and fruitful journey for your DS in SGPS.
God bless all of us.


Cheers and looking forward to all of you to this school.

[breadmum]

I noticed comments on SGPS is very quiet compared to the others.


My son will be in 1 Sincere. I chose the school due to proximity and religious reasons. I don’t know much about the school so i hope to see more contributions too.

ie. teachers, academic standing, any outstanding students in recent years and where do they go after PSLE.

[suzyzoo]

Hi,


Do the parents or the child have to be a catholic to enroll in the school?

Thanks.

[suzyzoo]

Hi,


Do the parents or the child have to be a catholic to enroll in the school?

Thanks.

[samihiap]

Hi,


Do the parents or the child have to be a catholic to enroll in the school?

Thanks.

No need.

[suzyzoo]

Thanks!!


What time does school start and end?

[aoyk]

Heard from another parent that start time will be pushed back to 7.40am. Also, I have heard good things from 3 different sources about the school from parents who are themselves educators. I chose this school over 'brand name' schools because I like their philosophy of character building as well as what principal Catherine said about every child having an opportunity to be leaders. Our kids cannot all be leaders at all times in their lives, they must learn how to work well in a team. It is not possible to be good at everything. Anyway, my boy is in Self Discipline, hope he will meet many new friends and that would mean new mummy friends for me too :imcool: . I am so excited for him.

[breadmum]

nope you don’t have to be Catholics to enrol in the school. I guess its about proximity as well…


I find the school toilets rather dirty for the boys. Plus the school is not that new although its clean in its premises.

The admin has been very systematic and that is a big plus point for me. I hope character building builds a good kid.

[rapunzelinparis]

Hi, I just transferred my son out of St. Gabriel’s Primary and I have 3 sets of school uniforms and red team PE attire, plus 2 sets of white school shoes. All are brand new. Are any parents interested to purchase directly from me? Sizes are:


School uniform top: size 26
School uniform bottom: 24
PE attire top (red house): 28
PE attire bottom: 28
School shoes: Size 33

If so, please PM me.

Thanks!