Marymount Convent

[ohdaddy]

michyms:

Packed food is definitely better, healthier and saves money how much is typical canteen food these days? 50 cents?

Yah, totally agree. I will have to condition my kid to get used to and liked packed makan.

[michyms]

Tinkerbelle:

michyms:

Tinkerbelle, the idea that there isn't enough time to learn all the P6 stuff is really scary! Do you have to teach your dd alot on your own?

Hi michyms,
I think this is a common phenomenon in all schs....having only a few months to teach P6 materials. The kids have to learn and absorb pretty quickly. That's why many parents outsource and send their kids for enrichment/tuition lessons during the Dec holidays to give their kids a head start. Very different from our days hor...

I do teach my DD but don't have to sit beside her. She'll usually ask for help when she needs it. Actually, to be honest, the maths is getting tough and I'm also learning about her work... :oops: Like I'm also sitting for PSLE....keke

Tinkerbelle, yes so different from our time, when I just study on my own and flip past year papers. Where got shah things as tuition or enrichment? Really pity the kids these days :gloomy: and though my girl us only going to p1, I actually feel like I'm the one that is attending primary school all over again, so I am sure by the time it gets to her pale, I will probably be like you, studying alongside her :faint:

[michyms]

Tinkerbelle, what exactly is the stellar programme? I keep hearing it being mentioned…

[michyms]

ohdaddy:

michyms:

Packed food is definitely better, healthier and saves money how much is typical canteen food these days? 50 cents?

Yah, totally agree. I will have to condition my kid to get used to and liked packed makan.

Ohdaddy, i think if you tell you dd there will be more time to play if she brings her own food, then she will be more than happy to have that. For the afternoon session, think they would need to eat an early lunch before school , and then thee is tea break also. So gotta pack two meals?

[ohdaddy]

michyms:

Ohdaddy, i think if you tell you dd there will be more time to play if she brings her own food, then she will be more than happy to have that.

Thanks. That sounds like solid advice! Muhahahaha

[Gin]

Hi LLX04 and michyms,


Tks for info about the Maths Textbooks, I will get the books from my friend then. :).

Hi Tinkerbelle,

Will definitely share the good news, when and if, I get it :)!

[jnemummy]

Do we buy text books and Sch uniform on Orientation? Are we allowed to brind dd2 with us? She is 4 and will sure want to follow us…hate to leave her home with maid.

[Tinkerbelle]

michyms:

Tinkerbelle, what exactly is the stellar programme? I keep hearing it being mentioned...

Hi michyms,
STELLAR is a language teaching programme that helps P1 & P2 students acquire English language skills through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Teaching is done through the use of the 'Shared Book Approach' whereby \"big books\" are shown and read to the class and the various themes portrayed in these books are explored. Check out this link to get more info about stellar:
http://www.stellarliteracy.sg

You might want to let your DD try out some of the fun quizes under \"Resources\" for Students. The kids usually enjoy learning as it's fun. Enjoy

[Tinkerbelle]

michyms:

Tinkerbelle:

[quote=\"michyms\"]Tinkerbelle, the idea that there isn't enough time to learn all the P6 stuff is really scary! Do you have to teach your dd alot on your own?

Hi michyms,
I think this is a common phenomenon in all schs....having only a few months to teach P6 materials. The kids have to learn and absorb pretty quickly. That's why many parents outsource and send their kids for enrichment/tuition lessons during the Dec holidays to give their kids a head start. Very different from our days hor...

I do teach my DD but don't have to sit beside her. She'll usually ask for help when she needs it. Actually, to be honest, the maths is getting tough and I'm also learning about her work... :oops: Like I'm also sitting for PSLE....keke

Tinkerbelle, yes so different from our time, when I just study on my own and flip past year papers. Where got shah things as tuition or enrichment? Really pity the kids these days :gloomy: and though my girl us only going to p1, I actually feel like I'm the one that is attending primary school all over again, so I am sure by the time it gets to her pale, I will probably be like you, studying alongside her :faint:[/quote]Keke...nowadays, parents need to be proactive to keep up with all the changes in the syllabus. Enjoy the process. I'm sure your DD will enjoy studying with Mummy. :hugs:

[Tinkerbelle]

jnemummy:

Do we buy text books and Sch uniform on Orientation? Are we allowed to brind dd2 with us? She is 4 and will sure want to follow us..hate to leave her home with maid.

Hi jnemummy,

Last year, no textbooks or uniforms were sold during Orientation Day but the year before that, uniforms were sold during Orientation Day and the sch bus drivers were there as well for parents to make enquiries. Thus it's hard to say if uniforms will be sold this year during orientation.

Regardless, you can buy uniform from the uniform shop in Toa Payoh, Lorong 1 in Nov/Dec. The sch will send out forms for uniforms & name tags. It's advisable not to buy uniforms too late in Dec as the shop will have limited stock. Furthermore, it takes 10-14 days for the name tags to be ready during peak season.

AS for textbooks, there are designated dates for different levels to go back to sch to buy textbooks in Dec. You can also pre-order online and arrange for pick-up from sch bookshop or for delivery to your home (charges apply).

Yes, it's ok for you to bring DD2 along for orientation. I'm sure she'll enjoy the performances. :rahrah: