munasvb\" post_id=\"2130221\" time=\"1709545768\" user_id=\"204173:

Thank you very much to all parents here. Most of my information and learning about being a Singaporean mum is from here!

I have read the above and understand that the following will be considered when looking to transfer school in Sec 2/3:
1. PSLE results (it should be around the same results as the school's entry for eg) to enter St Nics you need 250, so your PSLE score should first and foremost be around there.

We were Returning Singaporeans so my daughter didn't sit for PSLE, instead SPERS-Sec (School Placement Exercise for Returning Singaporeans). So my daughter doesn't have PSLE results. How will this matter when she is trying to apply for school transfer?

2. She is in N/A and got an average of 65% (5% short of 70% to transfer to Express). She is working very hard this year to try and get 70% average.

3. She is in Fencing as her CCA and has represented school etc

4. She is well loved by teachers and heads and even asked to be Student Leader, Class Monitor etc.

5. She is asking for school transfer for 2 reasons:
a) it takes her 1 hour to travel from Kembangan to Chung Cheng High Yishun. To and fro its 2 hours a day. After her CCA that ends at 630pm, she gets home 7.30/8pm and still has homework to do. She is very exhausted. She wants to save travel time so she can study harder.
b) As we lived overseas all her life, she accent, character and dressing style is different from her fellow classmates. She has been labelled and made fun of, even things about her have been posted online by classmates and schoolmates. She is not bullied but it is a form of mental bullying with all the online comments. I have seen it myself and spoke to school about it. it's a problem as these kids all open pseudo accounts to blast such things and we can't trace who the accounts belong to. She studies very hard as she really wants to do well and get out and transfer.

QUESTION:
Understands transfers are based on availability of school, her PSLE (non in our case), her Sec 1 and Sec 2 results, her CCA & achievements, and a possible entrance exam.

Is there a way to appeal with MOE especially due to distance, for my daughter to be transferred to a nearer school. She has succumbed to the fact that even when she transfers school - she might still be made fun of, but at least she will have more time to study. She aspires to just do really well in her studies and that's her form of 'revenge' to other kids making fun of her.

I am really worried for my daughter's mental health seeing all these things posted online about my daughter, things people are saying to her physically etc. I know it is affecting her too. As a mother, I need to find a way to resolve it or I can't forgive myself for not trying to find a way for her. Your suggestions are really appreciated in advance.

J_C_M_L\" post_id=\"2123208\" time=\"1700702794\" user_id=\"20449:

Hi, ooskyblueoo.

I personally think IB is more rigorous and comprehensive, as it not only emphasizes academic excellence but also fosters a holistic approach to education by promoting critical thinking, creativity, and a global perspective. I could see my 2 older boys benefited and excel in their Secondary studies. Thus, hoping my daughters will be able to experience the same educational advantages and personal growth that my older boys gained through the IB program. I believe in the program's ability to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are not only academically proficient but also equipped with the skills needed to thrive in an interconnected and diverse world. 🙏🏻😊

J_C_M_L\" post_id=\"2123181\" time=\"1700670737\" user_id=\"20449:

Hi, Gurus!

DD just gotten her result today, AL7 only qualified for IP Eunoia for her current School... One point short of COP to get into her desired MGS IP (AL6). I was thinking to choose the O level route in MGS (with COP is AL6-AL8), then try to do well in exams and cross over after Sec 2 to do the IB Programme. Do you think it's easy to do so? Many thanks!

J_C_M_L\" post_id=\"2123181\" time=\"1700670737\" user_id=\"20449:

Hi, Gurus!

DD just gotten her result today, AL7 only qualified for IP Eunoia for her current School... One point short of COP to get into her desired MGS IP (AL6). I was thinking to choose the O level route in MGS (with COP is AL6-AL8), then try to do well in exams and cross over after Sec 2 to do the IB Programme. Do you think it's easy to do so? Many thanks!

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2122881\" time=\"1700372607\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2122881 time=1700372607 user_id=53606]
Hi Lilly_yx, i have sent u a PM. If u are concerned about EOY papers no answers, I can help.[/quote]

Lilly_yx\" post_id=\"2122872\" time=\"1700358187\" user_id=\"202835:

Hi! I am concerned for my DD who going to be sec 2 in her current school in 2024. She is not enjoying her school and wants to transfer to another AL 12 school at the end of sec 2. She got AL 15 for PSLE. However her secondary 1 results are quite good with an overall of 80+ %. As for Sec 2 we will see next year.

I am concerned about how she is doing in her current school as she said some of the teachers don’t finish teaching half of the things in the work book before letting them sit for their end of year exams and that her school normalised not finish teaching certain chapters in some subjects before the year ends (They said they would bring the chapters to teach next year). They also don’t go through any of the end of year papers or give answers. DD is also not doing well with the school’s environment either, usually the lessons are distrusted by other students. The school also doesn’t set proper new questions for end of year papers. They tend to reuse previous year exam papers questions or the ones they have put in practice papers.

I am fine with her transferring but I am worried if her CCA attendance of 2 years will be forfeited if she does transfer and goes to a different CCA (As the school she wants to go does not have the CCA she is currently in) and I am not sure what the competition will be like of she transfer at the end of sec 2 in 2024. So stressed now. Any help or answers are very appreciated! :nailbite:

:frustrated:

Lilly_yx\" post_id=\"2122872\" time=\"1700358187\" user_id=\"202835:

Hi! I am concerned for my DD who going to be sec 2 in her current school in 2024. She is not enjoying her school and wants to transfer to another AL 12 school at the end of sec 2. She got AL 15 for PSLE. However her secondary 1 results are quite good with an overall of 80+ %. As for Sec 2 we will see next year.

I am concerned about how she is doing in her current school as she said some of the teachers don’t finish teaching half of the things in the work book before letting them sit for their end of year exams and that her school normalised not finish teaching certain chapters in some subjects before the year ends (They said they would bring the chapters to teach next year). They also don’t go through any of the end of year papers or give answers. DD is also not doing well with the school’s environment either, usually the lessons are distrusted by other students. The school also doesn’t set proper new questions for end of year papers. They tend to reuse previous year exam papers questions or the ones they have put in practice papers.

I am fine with her transferring but I am worried if her CCA attendance of 2 years will be forfeited if she does transfer and goes to a different CCA (As the school she wants to go does not have the CCA she is currently in) and I am not sure what the competition will be like of she transfer at the end of sec 2 in 2024. So stressed now. Any help or answers are very appreciated! :nailbite:

:frustrated:

Jahlber\" post_id=\"2119822\" time=\"1696159841\" user_id=\"202947:

Will Ip schools for year 3 ip admission require psle score or just secondary 2 scores?

Jahlber\" post_id=\"2119620\" time=\"1695804473\" user_id=\"202947:

Express schools accept new students? I thought only IP schools accept new students?

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2119493\" time=\"1695560376\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2119493 time=1695560376 user_id=53606]
Do a web search with search terms such as “Year 3 IP entrance exam” and u will find a whole list. Unfortunately u are too late for many schools. Some others are conducting their application/screening process this month.

If you arent able to get IP schools, then email directly to Express schools’ principals with your grades and achievements. If they have vacancy, hopefully they will reply you.[/quote]

Jahlber\" post_id=\"2119490\" time=\"1695558507\" user_id=\"202947:

Hello, I am a secondary 2 student here, I want to transfer to a better school (IP if can)
My grades for PSLE and secondary 1 are above average, but my secondary 2 results are really good with almost all subjects with a average of A1 and 80%+. Additionally, I have a achievement in my CCA for a sport. Is it possible to transfer to a better school or a IP school?

Jahlber\" post_id=\"2119490\" time=\"1695558507\" user_id=\"202947:

Hello, I am a secondary 2 student here, I want to transfer to a better school (IP if can)
My grades for PSLE and secondary 1 are above average, but my secondary 2 results are really good with almost all subjects with a average of A1 and 80%+. Additionally, I have a achievement in my CCA for a sport. Is it possible to transfer to a better school or a IP school?

Iloveeeeebioooo\" post_id=\"2118980\" time=\"1694574707\" user_id=\"202841:

Hi i am a sec 2 student this year and i am planning on changing schools after end of year exams. I dislike my current school very much mostly because of the people here ...
The teachers here are bias , and they go in merry go rounds to explain things. Some of my seniors had also complained of the same thing.
I am also planning to take bio elective in sec 3. However, in my school, it is compulsory to take pure chemistry to take another pure science. I am afraid that if i do end up taking that subject combi, i might fail badly all the way to sec 4.
I have asked a school teacher how to change but they said i needed a strong valid reason to change... can someone please tell me how as i heard it is not as easy to change schools.