[Pasir Ris] Primary Schools

phtthp

Amitabha88

Coral Primary single section starts from 7.15am or 8am?

winniel_tlh

Hi everyone,

I applied for Elias Park when we were about to move in to Pasir Ris. But they turned us down, cus we have not collected our keys yet.

I was quite disappointed, as it's the closest school to our block.

So, I went for the 2nd closest school: Park View Pri.

Frankly, I wasnt too satisfied with the school for several reasons, however my son settled down happily there at P1, & P2 & consistently did well (except for Chinese).

Since Chinese is like a \"foreign language\" to him, he was transfered to a different Chinese class for mother tongue subject (with other students who are weaker in this subject).

On our part, we sent him to Berries for Chinese enrichment classes, & he improved. (He boasted that he was best in Chinese in that class, which is really nothing to be proud of, as that class is made up of mostly non-Chinese students, *grin*) But apparently, this is the kind of motivation that my son needed, else he feels inferior.

At the end of P2 (2011), with his first exams, he happily told me that he'll be moving in to the best class (P3E) for P3 (2012).

I was still waiting for his final exam results back then, so that I can immediately apply for a transfer (probably Elias Park, mainly for the distance, & slightly better reputation amongst parents).

But, his being moved to the \"best\" class for P3 really boosted his confidence. And he refused to be transfered to a \"better\" school, partly for this reason, & 2ndly because he has made many friends over the years.

This \"best\" class, is made up of the top 5 students from each class of the previous P2 cohort.

So, I know that he's amongst the more academically inclined/motivated students in the school (who probably have parents that are equally involved in the upbringing & academic well being of the students).

His form teacher for this year is also the main discipline mistress of the school (which he's a little nervous about) hehe...

My conclusion is: I'll let him continue at PVPS till P6, & hopefully he can consistently be motivated to do well. And, based on his PSLE results (at that time), let him choose & work for a more reputable secondary school, as I firmly believe that it's really important from that stage onwards.

Hope this piece of info helps

sakuratattoo

my DD will be P1 in 2013. right now, we are down to three choices:

- Loyang Primary
- Casuarina Primary
- Coral Primary
we are actually nearest White Sands Primary but since we are foreigners, I doubt there will still be vacancy in Phase3.
I hope somebody can give feedback on these schools.

ytcp

[quote]Frankly, I wasnt too satisfied with the school for several reasons, however my son settled down happily there at P1, & P2 & consistently did well (except for Chinese).[/quote]
I am keen to send my girl there next year. winniel_tlh, may I know what issues do you have with the school?

phtthp

2013 P1 intake: Pasir Ris schools

http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/admissions/primary-one-registration/vacancies/#pasir-ris

6 classes (180 pupils): Pasir Ris, Elias Park, White Sands, Park View, Meridian, Casuarina

5 classes (150 pupils): Coral, Loyang

itskryptic

Loyang is a gem which is often passed over for Casuarina, across the road. However, Loyang has the longer history and a bonded team of teachers. Maybe you would like to look at the school's website for more information.

Btw, you are doing the right thing by elimination White Sands from the beginning. Schools like White Sands and Pasir Ris would have been full by Phase 2C.

sakuratattoo:
my DD will be P1 in 2013. right now, we are down to three choices:
- Loyang Primary
- Casuarina Primary
- Coral Primary
we are actually nearest White Sands Primary but since we are foreigners, I doubt there will still be vacancy in Phase3.
I hope somebody can give feedback on these schools.

phtthp

2011 phase 2C

Pasir Ris schools:
White Sands, Pasir Ris, Elias Park required balloting.

the rest: no ballot, walk in direct.

turn to page 10
http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=458&start=90

phtthp

July 2012 Registration (for 2013 Primary 1 intake: born 2006)

Phase1 Pasir Ris schools
end of day 2 (4 July 2012, Wednesday)

vacancies, applicants, Percentage of seats Been Taken up (%)

1 White Sands \t180\t84\t46.7 %

2 Casuarina \t180\t76\t42.2 %

3 Pasir Ris \t180\t65\t36.1 %
\t\t\t
4 Elias Park \t180\t62\t34.4 %

5 Park View \t180\t59\t32.8 %

6 Meridian \t180\t55\t30.6 %

\t\t\t
7 Loyang \t150\t31\t20.7 %

8 Coral \t150\t26\t17.3 %

Cherubsy

Thanks for the info phtthp! The neighbourhood schs are really very ‘hot’ in their own ways too! I wonder how many classes will be left eventually when all transit to morning session…

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