<![CDATA[Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1]]>Hi parents


Let’s put the PSLE behind us.
What are you doing to prepare your kids for Sec 1?
Holiday enrichment programmes? Tuition classes? CIP?
Any ‘lobang’?

Thanks

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/47112/put-psle-behind-us-let-s-prepare-our-kids-for-sec-1RSS for NodeTue, 28 Apr 2026 16:55:21 GMTMon, 10 Dec 2012 00:44:55 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Thu, 21 Feb 2013 22:58:35 GMT]]>guess if we mothers can let go, then we will not be so stressed.

for eg, every thur there is this swimming lesson after school. my boy hasn’t been feeling well since cny, plus studying late at night isn’t helping. so i wrote a letter to the teacher in charge to excuse him. told son he has to go for it next week since the common tests will be over by then.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/960187https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/960187Thu, 21 Feb 2013 22:58:35 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:43:52 GMT]]>

janet_lee88:
tan9:

1st test came and gone, she did pretty well except for 2 subjs, haiz, still have to keep an eye on her :scared: . 2nd test coming, I can't help myself but am going thru the subjects with her, incorrigible, aren't I?

So, I am not the only one doing that...phew 😉
I have been highlighting important points in his History textbook for him to learn. Lots of stuff to memorize. Have passed Science, Geog, Math to hubby. No joke man. Struggling with 作文 & Chinese. Everything is so different this year 😓

😂 a mother will always be a mother. I really dont want to \"mummied\" her but to see her at times not bothered really bothers me ....... :stupid:

I try to let go and always there is some consequences (academic wise) when I do that........... haiz, what to do? I want to go back to work but I worried about her. I focus so much on my eldest that my younger one gets neglected. This yr, my younger DS is in P5, very impt year. Though she is hardworking, I need to keep an eye incase she slips.......

加油！加油！All kiasu parents!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/959867https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/959867Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:43:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:35:24 GMT]]>

tan9:
1st test came and gone, she did pretty well except for 2 subjs, haiz, still have to keep an eye on her :scared: . 2nd test coming, I can't help myself but am going thru the subjects with her, incorrigible, aren't I?
So, I am not the only one doing that...phew 😉
I have been highlighting important points in his History textbook for him to learn. Lots of stuff to memorize. Have passed Science, Geog, Math to hubby. No joke man. Struggling with 作文 & Chinese. Everything is so different this year 😓

Son has been in co-ed school since P1...so girls around him are quite ok. He is not anti-girls...talking to them but they like to tease him.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/959592https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/959592Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:35:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:53:32 GMT]]>So far, so good....... my DS, whom from young never take well to a new environment, adjusted and fitted in well in the secondary school. Thanks to their orientation programme. 1st test came and gone, she did pretty well except for 2 subjs, haiz, still have to keep an eye on her :scared: . 2nd test coming, I can't help myself but am going thru the subjects with her, incorrigible, aren't I?


Now, my current headache is BGR (boys girls relationship). Already her class are trying to pair each other off, I try to take it lightly as part of growing up. I try not to comment negatively but give her my pt of view. She assured me that she is not too bothered but from her Whatsapp messages (yes, she is ok for me to read it as she reads my messages too), I can understand how she feels and the peer pressure. Will not interfere, can only pray for her. Haiz, the only male she long for used to be daddy! 😂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/959438https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/959438Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:53:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:06:53 GMT]]>

jessielu:
Test coming next week, its faster than wat we expected, ds keep saying ok for his coping but im so worried

I am trying NOT to think about it though...I can't help and honestly I don't want to help him plan for it.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958847https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958847Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:06:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:45:48 GMT]]>Test coming next week, its faster than wat we expected, ds keep saying ok for his coping but im so worried

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958720https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958720Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:45:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:10:09 GMT]]>

jessielu:
Test coming next week, its faster than wat we expected, ds keep saying ok for his coping but im so worried

Son's common tests start this Friday 22/2 till 27/2.
I am worried for him too...he has math & chinese class tests today.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958707https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958707Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:10:09 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:57:03 GMT]]>Test coming next week, its faster than wat we expected, ds keep saying ok for his coping but im so worried

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958698https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/958698Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:57:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sat, 02 Feb 2013 06:00:12 GMT]]>Hi mummies of Sec 1s,

How are your kids ? Have they adjusted ?

Every week passes so fast...in fact january zoomed past in a flash...even faster than P6 :nailbite: Feb is a short month and with CNY holidays, it will be even faster.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/951099https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/951099Sat, 02 Feb 2013 06:00:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Tue, 15 Jan 2013 23:10:31 GMT]]>

tan9:

As for those bully teachers, I can share one thought, they are insecure themselves which is why they pick on kids. If they have the guts, they will come and tell the parents point blank. If they have smart kids which score in their class, it does not make them a great teacher. Those who can transform children, they are the gems and hopefully the Minister will give greater recognition to schools who turn children around.

Take heart my comrade, learning is a journey and just as there are bully teachers, there are also inspiring ones, we MUST believe 😄
For those teachers who are bullies, I am sure there will be a day justice is served. Whatever is being done, I am sure God can see.
Yes, you are right...if the teachers have guts, approach parents directly. Supposing some kids are outspoken and defend their parents, then the child will get black listed for speaking up.

There will always be inspiring teachers of course.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/938914https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/938914Tue, 15 Jan 2013 23:10:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Mon, 07 Jan 2013 09:30:05 GMT]]>

tan9:
janet_lee88:

[quote=\"rains\"]Hi Janet,


I've always appreciated your generous and candid sharing. The pain would linger for a while. Psle and t-scores will soon be over in a couple of weeks. Kids will exchange scores for the first few weeks and they will realize there are many who are like them, or have similar scores as theirs. He will get over this very quickly when he knows he is not alone. A few months down the road and no one will care how you did at psle.

Hi Rains,
I sincerely believe you know how I feel.
Thank you for your encouragement...I appreciate.
I thought the pain is over...but when I collected his cert, that bitterness came back. Bitter bcos I felt that the 6 years was wasted...being accosted by teachers and questioned whether he had tuition and being ostracised by his form teacher was the hardest to accept.
What the bloody hell is this supposed to mean? Sorry I am very pissed.

Dear Janet and Rain,

After reading both of your candid post, I am really, really touched. You are truely devoted parents. Although there are some really good sharing on learning but increasingly, this forum has become kinda bragging parents forum cos I read so much about parents posting their DD and DS score and say, oh 25X, or 26X, which school to go???? You honestly don't know where to send your kid to? Seriously??

I also used to feel so sad whenever my DD gets \"bullied\", not by their peers but by teachers, so much so for MOE putting grads with no hearts on the job. There was one teacher who is hell bent on finding fault with my DD. After I read her long 'love' note, I write. \"Noted\". She asked my kid, \"so, what did your mother tells you?\" Don't they have work to do? So free to know what I tell my DD? At least my DD has the sense not to tell her that my mum thinks that you are so fake, pompous, self-righteous and a lousy teacher!!

As for those bully teachers, I can share one thought, they are insecure themselves which is why they pick on kids. If they have the guts, they will come and tell the parents point blank. If they have smart kids which score in their class, it does not make them a great teacher. Those who can transform children, they are the gems and hopefully the Minister will give greater recognition to schools who turn children around.

Take heart my comrade, learning is a journey and just as there are bully teachers, there are also inspiring ones, we MUST believe 😄[/quote]
I was \"targeted\" you could say, by teachers in primary 4 after a certain incident. Parents transferred me out to another school. I think if any parents feel that their child is being unfairly bullied by teachers best to change school. Teachers have great influence on their charges.

Then in secondary school, almost everyday late, always get scolded by form teacher.. But that one is my fault so nevermind. But because of my consistent latecoming she target me in class also. She taught me amath, and despite my good performance in amath (consistent 90+) always find fault with my working, handwriting etc even if my working is exactly the same as my friends zzzz. This kind of teachers just tahan until you graduate then heck care them liao.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/932313https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/932313Mon, 07 Jan 2013 09:30:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Mon, 07 Jan 2013 05:52:34 GMT]]>

janet_lee88:
rains:

Hi Janet,


I've always appreciated your generous and candid sharing. The pain would linger for a while. Psle and t-scores will soon be over in a couple of weeks. Kids will exchange scores for the first few weeks and they will realize there are many who are like them, or have similar scores as theirs. He will get over this very quickly when he knows he is not alone. A few months down the road and no one will care how you did at psle.

Hi Rains,
I sincerely believe you know how I feel.
Thank you for your encouragement...I appreciate.
I thought the pain is over...but when I collected his cert, that bitterness came back. Bitter bcos I felt that the 6 years was wasted...being accosted by teachers and questioned whether he had tuition and being ostracised by his form teacher was the hardest to accept.
What the bloody hell is this supposed to mean? Sorry I am very pissed.

Dear Janet and Rain,

After reading both of your candid post, I am really, really touched. You are truely devoted parents. Although there are some really good sharing on learning but increasingly, this forum has become kinda bragging parents forum cos I read so much about parents posting their DD and DS score and say, oh 25X, or 26X, which school to go???? You honestly don't know where to send your kid to? Seriously??

I also used to feel so sad whenever my DD gets \"bullied\", not by their peers but by teachers, so much so for MOE putting grads with no hearts on the job. There was one teacher who is hell bent on finding fault with my DD. After I read her long 'love' note, I write. \"Noted\". She asked my kid, \"so, what did your mother tells you?\" Don't they have work to do? So free to know what I tell my DD? At least my DD has the sense not to tell her that my mum thinks that you are so fake, pompous, self-righteous and a lousy teacher!!

As for those bully teachers, I can share one thought, they are insecure themselves which is why they pick on kids. If they have the guts, they will come and tell the parents point blank. If they have smart kids which score in their class, it does not make them a great teacher. Those who can transform children, they are the gems and hopefully the Minister will give greater recognition to schools who turn children around.

Take heart my comrade, learning is a journey and just as there are bully teachers, there are also inspiring ones, we MUST believe 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/932091https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/932091Mon, 07 Jan 2013 05:52:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sat, 05 Jan 2013 06:55:15 GMT]]>I sent my daughter to Future Perfect to prep her for Sec 1. She told me she loves the classes because it was fun…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/930739https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/930739Sat, 05 Jan 2013 06:55:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Fri, 04 Jan 2013 03:22:15 GMT]]>

ks2011:
janet_lee88:

I am learning to let go and move on.


In the meantime, I have shifted my focus to my daughter's work whom I have neglected for 2 years. Once bitten, twice shy. I have to build her foundation even though she is going to P3...the first jump from lower primary.

For son going to Sec 1, he is still rather bochap...very much in la-la land. Don't know what to expect when school reopens. The thought of managing 8 subjects in the same frame of time in a week is worrying. History, literature and geography are completely new.

Sec 1 is manageable. Be prepared to see some grades drop badly. I don't think tuitions are very helpful (my view). The child needs to be disciplined and start making his own notes.

Great Advice!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/929698https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/929698Fri, 04 Jan 2013 03:22:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sat, 29 Dec 2012 10:02:30 GMT]]>

ks2011:
janet_lee88:

I am learning to let go and move on.


In the meantime, I have shifted my focus to my daughter's work whom I have neglected for 2 years. Once bitten, twice shy. I have to build her foundation even though she is going to P3...the first jump from lower primary.

For son going to Sec 1, he is still rather bochap...very much in la-la land. Don't know what to expect when school reopens. The thought of managing 8 subjects in the same frame of time in a week is worrying. History, literature and geography are completely new.

Sec 1 is manageable. Be prepared to see some grades drop badly. I don't think tuitions are very helpful (my view). The child needs to be disciplined and start making his own notes.

thank u for ur advice 😄

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925655https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925655Sat, 29 Dec 2012 10:02:30 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sat, 29 Dec 2012 09:47:39 GMT]]>During this holidays, I sent my DS for an intensive Math course which covers Sec 1 and 2 syllabi, as I don't think he'll have time to sustain weekly Math lessons when school re-opens. The course gives a bird's eye view of the curriculum, not delving really deep but more like skimming through the basics, so now he knows what to expect and has gained some confidence, especially with algebra. I also got him to read his Lit texts, which he enjoyed tremendously. Other than this, he has been slacking and snacking and loving it (and also putting on weight!). Soon his carefree days are coming to an end :evil:


Just want to thank all you wonderful KSP who have shared generously your invaluable advice and humour as I walked this youngest one through PSLE. The DSA thread was particularly helpful, as during my two elder DD's time, I didn't even have to consider the DSA option, due to their affiliation advantage. I also remember the night just before the PSLE results were released. We had fun teasing one another 😆 and trying to make light the anxiety which was mounting by the hour!

So yes! PSLE is history and Sec 1 beckons! :boogie:

May all of you have a happy, healthy and blessed New Year!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925649https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925649Sat, 29 Dec 2012 09:47:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Fri, 28 Dec 2012 06:18:09 GMT]]>mummies that have started your kids on Eng tuition, care to share whether you go for private or centre? if centre, where?

TIA

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925093https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/925093Fri, 28 Dec 2012 06:18:09 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:14:16 GMT]]>

ks2011:
janet_lee88:


Don't know what to expect when school reopens. The thought of managing 8 subjects in the same frame of time in a week is worrying. History, literature and geography are completely new.

Sec 1 is manageable. Be prepared to see some grades drop badly. I don't think tuitions are very helpful (my view). The child needs to be disciplined and start making his own notes.

For humanities subjects, I want son to learn to make notes and ask questions if he doesn't understand. With such a tight schedule, he has to learn time management too. Thanks for letting me know what to expect.
It's a whole new world for him next year.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919570https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919570Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:14:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:55:38 GMT]]>

janet_lee88:
I am learning to let go and move on.


In the meantime, I have shifted my focus to my daughter's work whom I have neglected for 2 years. Once bitten, twice shy. I have to build her foundation even though she is going to P3...the first jump from lower primary.

For son going to Sec 1, he is still rather bochap...very much in la-la land. Don't know what to expect when school reopens. The thought of managing 8 subjects in the same frame of time in a week is worrying. History, literature and geography are completely new.
Sec 1 is manageable. Be prepared to see some grades drop badly. I don't think tuitions are very helpful (my view). The child needs to be disciplined and start making his own notes.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919277https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919277Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:55:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sun, 16 Dec 2012 15:20:34 GMT]]>I am learning to let go and move on.


In the meantime, I have shifted my focus to my daughter’s work whom I have neglected for 2 years. Once bitten, twice shy. I have to build her foundation even though she is going to P3…the first jump from lower primary.

For son going to Sec 1, he is still rather bochap…very much in la-la land. Don’t know what to expect when school reopens. The thought of managing 8 subjects in the same frame of time in a week is worrying. History, literature and geography are completely new.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919196https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/919196Sun, 16 Dec 2012 15:20:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sun, 16 Dec 2012 04:02:03 GMT]]>

janet_lee88:

I thought the pain is over...but when I collected his cert, that bitterness came back. Bitter bcos I felt that the 6 years was wasted...being accosted by teachers and questioned whether he had tuition and being ostracised by his form teacher was the hardest to accept.
What the bloody hell is this supposed to mean? Sorry I am very pissed.
I feel sorry for what you & your son have gone through this year. I sure that he has learn a lot from this tough journey & it will help him to grow stronger.

An inspiring teacher does make a lot of different. Not all schools are good schools? Not all teachers are good teachers? No wonder parents need to invest so much money on tuition.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918946https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918946Sun, 16 Dec 2012 04:02:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sat, 15 Dec 2012 04:47:46 GMT]]>

janet_lee88:

Hi Rains,
I sincerely believe you know how I feel.
Thank you for your encouragement...I appreciate.
I thought the pain is over...but when I collected his cert, that bitterness came back. Bitter bcos I felt that the 6 years was wasted...being accosted by teachers and questioned whether he had tuition and being ostracised by his form teacher was the hardest to accept.
What the bloody hell is this supposed to mean? Sorry I am very pissed.
Nothing in life is truly wasted. The six years he spent in his school are not just about a 3-digit score. I'm sure he has built very dear friendships and has a couple of teachers he likes. Our primary school years have lots of fond memories we draw on later in life.

My kid didn't have exactly a smooth primary school life either, but on reflection, my not-so-friendly correspondence with some of the teachers must have contributed to the teachers' harsh treatment on her.

She had an especially harsh form teacher at p5, whom she said admonished her,\"Your life is in a mess!\"

I thought it would be good to find out from the teacher what made her say that but unfortunately, the teacher couldn't recall herself saying that.

I think issues with teachers have to be resolved asap. Ultimately, our kids are under the teachers' charge. Our children are at the losing end if we 硬碰硬 with the teachers.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918670https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918670Sat, 15 Dec 2012 04:47:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Sat, 15 Dec 2012 02:46:41 GMT]]>

rains:
Hi Janet,


I've always appreciated your generous and candid sharing. The pain would linger for a while. Psle and t-scores will soon be over in a couple of weeks. Kids will exchange scores for the first few weeks and they will realize there are many who are like them, or have similar scores as theirs. He will get over this very quickly when he knows he is not alone. A few months down the road and no one will care how you did at psle.
Hi Rains,
I sincerely believe you know how I feel.
Thank you for your encouragement...I appreciate.
I thought the pain is over...but when I collected his cert, that bitterness came back. Bitter bcos I felt that the 6 years was wasted...being accosted by teachers and questioned whether he had tuition and being ostracised by his form teacher was the hardest to accept.
What the bloody hell is this supposed to mean? Sorry I am very pissed.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918629https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918629Sat, 15 Dec 2012 02:46:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Put PSLE behind us let's prepare our kids for Sec 1 on Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:43:35 GMT]]>Hi Janet,


I’ve always appreciated your generous and candid sharing. The pain would linger for a while. Psle and t-scores will soon be over in a couple of weeks. Kids will exchange scores for the first few weeks and they will realize there are many who are like them, or have similar scores as theirs. He will get over this very quickly when he knows he is not alone. A few months down the road and no one will care how you did at psle.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918510https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/918510Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:43:35 GMT