Pat's Schoolhouse

[JFP]

Pat’s at Serangoon really impresses me. The Principal, teachers and staffs there are incredibly fantastic. Not a single regret placing my son there…

[Notksmum]

JFP that’s nice to hear. Still waiting for someone to feedback on the Siglap branch and how is the principal and teachers.

[debpch]

My kid has been with Pat's Tanglin for the past 2 years.

When I first set out looking for a preschool (I visited 5 preschool organizations/various branches) for my girl, Ms Ada was the main reason why I signed up with the Pat's Tanglin. Her love and interest in the kids was obvious. 2 years later, I am glad that I have not being proven wrong. :rahrah:
In terms of layout, I like the fact that the school has an annex (aka. music room), bicycle area, playground and sandpit. Plenty of space for my daughter (super active) to run around.
Her English and Chinese teachers are great and would go an extra mile to make lessons more interesting for the class. Like most parents, the \"kiasu\" instinct in me causes me to wonder if she is playing too much and not \"studying\" enough.. I would sometimes question the lack of English or Chinese spelling homework. But, the teachers and principal would reassure me that the kids @ Pat's learn words via other means.
Just last weekend, my kid surprised me by reading the menu off the board at a food place... so, I guess there is some truth in what they are saying..
But since my kid has not actually gone into primary school yet, I am not able to tell if she is better or worse than the general population of kids her age (academic-wise). What I know for sure is that she loves school and would take the initiative to draw and write as well as browse through books herself.... so, Pat's did do a good job in initiating the love of learning in her...

[Notksmum]

Hi depch,


glad to hear that! I am still waiting fro some feedback on the Siglap branch.

[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?

[footix]

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.