Pat's Schoolhouse

[mummylin69]

Anyone knows how long is the notice period needed to withdraw? One month or two? I am thinking to give up my gal’s placing for next Jan. The admin lady told me I might have my first month’s fee forfeited, besides the registration fee. The problem is the principal is not around and she can’t confirm. If I wait until the principal is back, it will be less than a month from Jan.

[Notksmum]

hi mummylin,


Why do you want to withdraw? Which branch?

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Any parents have issue with the new policy of 2 months’ deposit for those who are paying the fees by cash/cheque (not using GIRO) ?


Is KU having cash flow problems? WTH!

[smurfy]

the 2 months deposit (not on giro) was introduced the previous year,

[mulberry888]

hi, any parents at Aroozoo can share their reviews on that centre?

My 4yo gal (born 2008) is offered a place there next year.
Thanks in advance.

[ESA]

Any parents currently put their children at lakeside centre. Can you share your views on the teachers and the principal there. Any outdoor playground etc? I was told that they do not have open house for parents to visit. Thanks.

[Momlicious]

Hi depch,

Nice to know ur gal is @ Tanglin Branch.
What level is ur gal in for 2013?

My boy is so excited in going PSH that once, he chased after another boy carrying the PSH school bag…

Parents, is it true that PSH is stronger in spoken languages but places less emphasis than written?
This seems to be the impression I get after reading this thread. Appreciate any feedback.

[BabyRR]

Hi Mulberry888


My kids are at Aroozoo. I think the single strongest point is their large grounds and outdoor playground/activity area. It’s hard to find another childcare with comparable hardward. I suspect that’s one big reason my kids like school.

I personally think quality of teachers is just average. Felt that the language standard of the english teachers is not great. But the kids have no complaints and seems reasonably settled in, hence we leave it as such. Truth is, teachers the kids get is really luck of draw, some are better than others. But with the high turnover in many cc these days, there’s no guarantee anyway.

Which class is your kid going to join next year?

[Amanda78]

ESA, my son has been with Pat’s Schoolhouse Lakeside for the last six mths and is settling in quite well. He enjoyed school and his progress is pretty good, in terms of his speech and being independent. His class teachers are patient, friendly and work hand-in-hand with parents, eg. detailed record of the daily progress and happening, and seek advice from parents/ align with them on discipline/child’s preference. The principal is very experienced and hands-on; I spotted her a few times on the grounds to work with the teachers. The school is open/transparent, as they allow parents to enter the classroom during pick up if we want to (unlike the previous CC, parents have to stay at main entrance and the whole area is masked). The environment is a bit old but it is spacious, clean and comes with an outdoor playground. The child:teacher ratio is small which is suitable for my child who likes attention. In fact, I was a little concern about the fees initially but looking at my child doing well, I am at ease when I am at work. I just hope they will not increase the fees.

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I'm afraid you will be disappointed. They have announced a 5% increase in Jan 2014 (giving us more than 1 year's notice!).

I'm pulling my girl out of Pat's School in Jan.

Amanda78:

ESA, my son has been with Pat's Schoolhouse Lakeside for the last six mths and is settling in quite well. He enjoyed school and his progress is pretty good, in terms of his speech and being independent. His class teachers are patient, friendly and work hand-in-hand with parents, eg. detailed record of the daily progress and happening, and seek advice from parents/ align with them on discipline/child's preference. The principal is very experienced and hands-on; I spotted her a few times on the grounds to work with the teachers. The school is open/transparent, as they allow parents to enter the classroom during pick up if we want to (unlike the previous CC, parents have to stay at main entrance and the whole area is masked). The environment is a bit old but it is spacious, clean and comes with an outdoor playground. The child:teacher ratio is small which is suitable for my child who likes attention. In fact, I was a little concern about the fees initially but looking at my child doing well, I am at ease when I am at work. I just hope they will not increase the fees.