<![CDATA[Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High]]>

mark mark\" post_id=\"2005325\" time=\"1606553742\" user_id=\"189816:[quote=\"mark mark\" post_id=2005325 time=1606553742 user_id=189816]
dilemma for me.

i stay in the east. very near to VS. but my son has affiliation to CHS.
At score of 247, should he apply for VS or go back to CHS?
VS cut off points was 246 (2019) 248 (2020).

what do you think?
the main problem with chs is they do not have affiliation with good JC.[/quote]
My suggestion would be to stick with CHS. I mean you had already travel for 6 years, what’s with another 4?

There’s nothing wrong with VS and frankly, either schools are good schools. However, the risk of missing out on both schools if you do not utilize your affiliation COP is very real. I don’t think it’s a risk worth taking.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/97314/victoria-dunman-or-catholic-highRSS for NodeMon, 20 Apr 2026 12:05:34 GMTSat, 28 Nov 2020 10:24:44 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 28 Nov 2020 09:29:26 GMT]]>

mark mark\" post_id=\"2005325\" time=\"1606553742\" user_id=\"189816:[quote=\"mark mark\" post_id=2005325 time=1606553742 user_id=189816]
dilemma for me.

i stay in the east. very near to VS. but my son has affiliation to CHS.
At score of 247, should he apply for VS or go back to CHS?
VS cut off points was 246 (2019) 248 (2020).

what do you think?
the main problem with chs is they do not have affiliation with good JC.[/quote]
What did he get for HCL, cos he can add the bonus point for SAP schools. You can go ahead and put VS (248) as first choice but you must be prepared not being able to get into both VS AND CHS (249 for non-affiliated students) in the worst case scenario. Are you willing to take the risk? Which school would he want to go if he is not posted to either VS or CHS? Chung Cheng Main 244 (affiliated with NYJC) or Anglican High 241 (affiliated with SAJC)? Both schools are located in the east.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2005341https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2005341Sat, 28 Nov 2020 09:29:26 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 28 Nov 2020 08:55:42 GMT]]>dilemma for me.


i stay in the east. very near to VS. but my son has affiliation to CHS.
At score of 247, should he apply for VS or go back to CHS?
VS cut off points was 246 (2019) 248 (2020).

what do you think?
the main problem with chs is they do not have affiliation with good JC.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2005325https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2005325Sat, 28 Nov 2020 08:55:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sun, 11 Oct 2020 02:28:45 GMT]]>

hazeline\" post_id=\"1998398\" time=\"1602381787\" user_id=\"18065:

For IP, one point to consider would be the JC after the first 4 years. Catholic High would join with girls from St. Nicks and SCGS at EJC while Victoria would proceed to VJC.
Yes

the pupil need to decide eventually, which A-level JC he / she prefer to graduate from, is it EJC, VJC or Dunman High preferred ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1998399https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1998399Sun, 11 Oct 2020 02:28:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sun, 11 Oct 2020 02:03:07 GMT]]>For IP, one point to consider would be the JC after the first 4 years. Catholic High would join with girls from St. Nicks and SCGS at EJC while Victoria would proceed to VJC.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1998398https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1998398Sun, 11 Oct 2020 02:03:07 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sun, 13 Sep 2020 13:06:56 GMT]]>

gwlip\" post_id=\"1994577\" time=\"1599660157\" user_id=\"7486:

Hi everyone, I'm beginning to consider options for my DS in 2021. Hoping to find a holistic school that is perhaps less stressful than the RI/ HCI whilst giving a holistic education instead of focusing on purely academic grades.
Can parents who have kids attending the above schools share some of their experiences so far?
Much appreciated!
Hi,
My son attends VS and is in now in Year 4 of their IP program.

Academically, it's a tough program, which I believe is similar to any IP schools. They are taught stuff beyond their levels, eg Year 1 were taught Year 4 math topics. IP really stretches kids beyond their comfort zones, they need to be independent learners, take the initiatives to consult with teachers on specifics, learn to manage their time on work, projects (many projects in VS, at least 2 per subjects a year I think) and CCA (a big thing in VS, they are very competitive. Nearing to competitions, there will be more practices.) However, I feel that the early exposure really helps as it means he is actually taking more time to learn the advance stuff and skills which will only be taught later.

Socially, my son really enjoys his days. He is close to his classmates of all races, non-Singaporeans and returning Singaporeans from abroad. It seems that the entire class is closely bonded although there are still cliches amongst them. He often comes home with jokes his classmates made, or funny things they did, even now that he is 16 😄 This is a blessing, to still be able to communicate casually with my teenage son. He is now listening to Tamil pop songs (we are Chinese), introduced by his classmates, and even his younger sister is influenced too. He seems to be able to mix well socially with them. As a context, DS is a bit of a sensitive guy. He used to think that he was being bullied in primary school, or classmates didn't like him in year 1/2. So seeing him enjoying the company of his classmates now means a lot. Oh, they also have a mandatory boarding program in year 3. They have to stay in the school's hostel for 1 term. It was a great learning experience for DS. They stayed in hostel during the weekdays and get to come home on weekends.

The boys play a lot of sports. During PE, they are introduced to different sports, so they can be playing football (a big thing in VS, boys are always playing during recess, PE, breaks, after school etc), floorball or basketball. VS is also a very performing arts inclined school, strong in Choir, Band etc. Apologies, I'm only familiar with these 2.

In summary, a tough academic program, but strong bonds and camaraderie spirit. Teachers and school are very supportive. The nurturing environment helped him to mature. The bond between some of the teachers and the boys are really great. The boys even play basketball with the teachers during break time. Really love the school.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994846https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994846Sun, 13 Sep 2020 13:06:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sun, 13 Sep 2020 02:09:12 GMT]]>

gwlip\" post_id=\"1994667\" time=\"1599889464\" user_id=\"7486:

floppy\" post_id=\"1994664\" time=\"1599888906\" user_id=\"97579:

[quote=\"mummy so kiasu\" post_id=1994649 time=1599883308 user_id=41813]My son was formerly from Catholic High. He enjoyed his 4 years in Catholic High & proceeded to NJC after O level. He missed his school days after graduating. Catholic High is like a big family & the teachers are caring. Many old boys go back to help up or even teach in the school.

Err... if you substitute the words “Catholic High”, with “Victoria School”, the passage would still sound right.

Oh! Floppy you have kids who go to Victoria? How is it like there?[/quote]It is “like a big family & the teachers are caring. Many old boys go back to help up or even teach in the school.” I think the statement is equally applicable to VS.

Generally, VS is a nice, premier boys’ school but you could probably say the same about other premier boys’ schools. Culturally, VS will be similar to RI as it’s not a SAP school (compared to HCI / CHS / DHS).

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994768https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994768Sun, 13 Sep 2020 02:09:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:57:27 GMT]]>From the virtual Open house attended, can go further.


can take note of that respective (HOD or VP ) Officer name in charge of that A-level subject that u are interested in, then write an email to them, if you have any burning question to clarify.
From there, u learn even much more, about what niche talent programme each JC has to offer, based on the 3 JCs u just mentioned.

Once obtain sufficient detailed info, you can then gauge, which JC, suits your child best, Because after JC, the next road (path) is … university faculty course

If your child is interested in IB schools (ACSI / SJI), these two schools mentioned by emoh, can also do likewise. For some students, IB track suits them more, than "A-level" track.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994671https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994671Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:57:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:54:16 GMT]]>

phtthp\" post_id=\"1994668\" time=\"1599889571\" user_id=\"35251:

gwlip\" post_id=\"1994577\" time=\"1599660157\" user_id=\"7486:

Hi everyone, I'm beginning to consider options for my DS in 2021. Hoping to find a holistic school that is perhaps less stressful than the RI/ HCI whilst giving a holistic education instead of focusing on purely academic grades.
Can parents who have kids attending the above schools share some of their experiences so far?
Much appreciated!

perhaps,

check what kind of scholarship are offered or unique, niche talent programme are available in-house, inside these three \"A-level\" JCs,
that set that apart distinctively, as a source of guide-line. During Open house conducted, can visit the JC and find out yourself.

As all the JC2 (A-level ) students inside these three JCs sit for the same common, identical National exam, they are just as competitive, as the other two (RI and Hwa Chong), amongst the JC1 and JC2 students, themselves. So, don't expect any less competition, from these 3 JCs,

Because

many of the students are from High Psle Tscore entry IP students, as well as
from the Top O-level L1R5 students.

As you know, for IP students, A-level National exam is the most important, critical exam to them, since they already by-passed O level. Hence, logical to expect great competition at JC2 level, from these 3 JCs

Thanks for the suggestion. Wanted to visit this year but due to Covid only have virtual ones

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994670https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994670Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:54:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:46:11 GMT]]>

gwlip\" post_id=\"1994577\" time=\"1599660157\" user_id=\"7486:

Hi everyone, I'm beginning to consider options for my DS in 2021. Hoping to find a holistic school that is perhaps less stressful than the RI/ HCI whilst giving a holistic education instead of focusing on purely academic grades.
Can parents who have kids attending the above schools share some of their experiences so far?
Much appreciated!
perhaps,

check what kind of scholarship are offered or unique, niche talent programme are available in-house, inside these three \"A-level\" JCs,
that set that apart distinctively, as a source of guide-line. During Open house conducted, can visit the JC and find out yourself.

As all the JC2 (A-level ) students inside these three JCs sit for the same common, identical National exam, they are just as competitive, as the other two (RI and Hwa Chong), amongst the JC1 and JC2 students, themselves. So, don't expect any less competition, from these 3 JCs,

Because

many of the students are from High Psle Tscore entry IP students, as well as
from the Top O-level L1R5 students. They are dependent uoon good grades, results, to enter their respective, chosen choice course of faculty (studies), in the University

As you know, for IP students, A-level National exam is the most important, critical exam to them, since they already by-passed O level. Hence, logical to expect great competition at JC2 level, from these 3 JCs

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994668https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994668Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:46:11 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:44:24 GMT]]>

floppy\" post_id=\"1994664\" time=\"1599888906\" user_id=\"97579:

mummy so kiasu\" post_id=\"1994649\" time=\"1599883308\" user_id=\"41813:[quote=\"mummy so kiasu\" post_id=1994649 time=1599883308 user_id=41813]My son was formerly from Catholic High. He enjoyed his 4 years in Catholic High & proceeded to NJC after O level. He missed his school days after graduating. Catholic High is like a big family & the teachers are caring. Many old boys go back to help up or even teach in the school.
Err... if you substitute the words “Catholic High”, with “Victoria School”, the passage would still sound right.[/quote]
Oh! Floppy you have kids who go to Victoria? How is it like there?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994667https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994667Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:44:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:37:05 GMT]]>

mummy so kiasu\" post_id=\"1994649\" time=\"1599883308\" user_id=\"41813:[quote=\"mummy so kiasu\" post_id=1994649 time=1599883308 user_id=41813]
My son was formerly from Catholic High. He enjoyed his 4 years in Catholic High & proceeded to NJC after O level. He missed his school days after graduating. Catholic High is like a big family & the teachers are caring. Many old boys go back to help up or even teach in the school.[/quote]
Thanks! This is helpful to know!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994665https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994665Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:37:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:35:06 GMT]]>

mummy so kiasu\" post_id=\"1994649\" time=\"1599883308\" user_id=\"41813:[quote=\"mummy so kiasu\" post_id=1994649 time=1599883308 user_id=41813]
My son was formerly from Catholic High. He enjoyed his 4 years in Catholic High & proceeded to NJC after O level. He missed his school days after graduating. Catholic High is like a big family & the teachers are caring. Many old boys go back to help up or even teach in the school.[/quote]
Err... if you substitute the words “Catholic High”, with “Victoria School”, the passage would still sound right.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994664https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994664Sat, 12 Sep 2020 05:35:06 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 04:01:48 GMT]]>My son was formerly from Catholic High. He enjoyed his 4 years in Catholic High & proceeded to NJC after O level. He missed his school days after graduating. Catholic High is like a big family & the teachers are caring. Many old boys go back to help up or even teach in the school.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994649https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994649Sat, 12 Sep 2020 04:01:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 02:18:29 GMT]]>

gwlip\" post_id=\"1994577\" time=\"1599660157\" user_id=\"7486:

Hi everyone, I'm beginning to consider options for my DS in 2021. Hoping to find a holistic school that is perhaps less stressful than the RI/ HCI whilst giving a holistic education instead of focusing on purely academic grades.
Can parents who have kids attending the above schools share some of their experiences so far?
Much appreciated!
I don’t think the 3 schools are any “less stressful” and any less “focus on academic grades” than RI / HCI. Ultimately, all have to sit for the same exam (A Level) and further progress (university) depends on the outcome of that exam.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994628https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994628Sat, 12 Sep 2020 02:18:29 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Sat, 12 Sep 2020 01:08:55 GMT]]>Victoria & Catholic High are boys’ schools. Dunman & Victoria are located in the East. You might want to take these differences into consideration. Whereas, academic wise they are about the same.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994613https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994613Sat, 12 Sep 2020 01:08:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Victoria, Dunman or Catholic High on Fri, 11 Sep 2020 23:19:49 GMT]]>

gwlip\" post_id=\"1994577\" time=\"1599660157\" user_id=\"7486:

Hi everyone, I'm beginning to consider options for my DS in 2021. Hoping to find a holistic school that is perhaps less stressful than the RI/ HCI whilst giving a holistic education instead of focusing on purely academic grades.
Can parents who have kids attending the above schools share some of their experiences so far?
Much appreciated!
If you are looking at IP schools, all 3 is leading up to A levels, do you want to consider IB at SJI as well

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994597https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1994597Fri, 11 Sep 2020 23:19:49 GMT