yen73:

Hi Ariesian,


Thanks for sharing. May i know why you chose GMP over TKPS?

Cheers

Hello Yen

Sorry, I don't think I want to elaborate here. We spoke to the kids directly (who are currently studying in these schools). From the comments that we heard from the kids and the things that we observed/saw during our \"unofficial\" visits to the schools, my hubby and I decided to go for GMP. My son is also happy that that we put him there as he has seen the schools previously and accordingly to him, he likes GMP the most, just his feeling. Fyi, we have visited a few schools before the registration. We feel that GMP's environment might be more suitable for my boy. There is no right or wrong. Others might feel that the other school is better.

Cheers

yen73:

Dear Phthp,


Do you know how many PV did KH accepted this year for next year registration? And for phase 2b within 1km, this seems to the first year that needs balloting for <1Km.. what is your thoughts for next year ?
I am getting paranoid and needs to plan for plan B in case cant get into KH , which is better ? GMS or TKPS ?

Cheers

I have the same situation as you in this year's primary one registration for my boy. We have to decide between GMP or TKP. My hubby and I actually went in to the schools to have a \"feel\" of the place. We also spoke to friends and relatives who have kids currently studying in these schools. Our conclusion is, GMP seems to be more suitable for my boy. We stay within 2 km from GMP and we decided to go for balloting at GMP. Luckily, we managed to get my son in. Just to share with you what I have gone through.

Yckuan:

You mean there is balloting for those who stay more than 2 km ?

For the past few years as well as this year, those who stay more than 2 km will have no chance to ballot. Balloting is only for those staying between 1 to 2 km.

Most likely, I will register my boy in TKPS. I’m staying quite near to the school. Tao Nan is my first choice but looking at the situation, I think I better "play safe". Anyway, looking at their PSLE results, TKPS seems better than some other neighbourhood schools. The only thing I’m not so sure is the learning environment and culture. Unfortunately, the school does not allow parents to go in and have a look. They also do not have "open house". Can anyone who has kids in this school tell me more about the school culture and learning environment? How do most of the students in this school behave? Are there bullies in this school?


Appreciate your response soon. Many thanks!

I’m torn between sending my son to Geylang Methodist Pri (GMPS) or Tanjong Katong Pri (TKPS). Recently heard from a relative’s son that he doesn’t like to study in TKPS. According to him, there are many bullies in his class. His class has more non-Chinese than Chinese. He feels very uncomfortable in that school environment. He is now pestering his parents to transfer him back to his previous school (he was transferred from another Pri Sch to TKPS when the parents bought an apartment in Katong one year ago).


TKPS is within 1 km from my house and GMPS is within 2 km. My chance would be higher if I register my boy in TKPS but I’m worry especially after hearing the feedback. I would like to try for GMPS but there are two concerns: 1) I might need to ballot for a place. That means, higher risk. 2) I’m not a Christian. Will there be any concern? I would appreciate if someone could give me some advice. Thanks