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Another school, Zhenghua Secondary, has developed an outdoor education programme for all her students to experience self–discovery, develop responsibility and resilience and understand the value of teamwork. Incorporating Orienteering, Rockclimbing and Challenge Ropes courses, students learn that with determination, they could master their fears and overcome great obstacles. Students also learn to look beyond their own personal achievements to be involved in supporting their peers and to care and be responsible for others. The students are introduced to the school’s outdoor education programme right from Secondary One at the Sec 1 Orientation camp where they learn the importance of living and working harmoniously and how to take on the role of leading as well as serving others. Many useful lessons on life and values are imparted.

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I am heartened to know of schools which, far from taking away time, have given Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) its due time and weight.

Every morning at Ping Yi Secondary, the school population would partake in a ‘Values for Breakfast’ programme where values–based stories or personal experiences are shared and the learning is reinforced through the day by both teachers and students. The school has also dedicated an additional hour every fortnight in their curriculum for form teachers to spend time with their students and engage in deeper discussion on values–based issues that can be related to news events, current affairs or other observations by the students. Such quality time spent together has not only enhanced the student–teacher relationship but has also provided a more authentic and engaging way to learn about life and society, and to inculcate deep values that would guide students through their lives.

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Good Schools in Every Neighbourhood

Second, we want to ensure that we have good schools in every neighbourhood. A good school is one which adds value, in a holistic manner, to the students who pass through its doors. A good school is one which is concerned not just with preparing their students for the next examinations, but wants to know what happens to their students long after that.

For example, Bedok South Secondary School strives to keep in touch with her former students through various means, including using social media. The school shares stories of their alumni to inspire their current students.

Ms Vivien Yeong graduated from Bedok South in 2009 and went on to pursue her A–levels. Vivien felt that Bedok South had provided her many development opportunities like leadership training, science research and overseas learning journey. Vivien is appreciative of what the school had done for her and readily agreed to return to the school next year to help support the learning of the school’s graduating class.

Another alumnus is Dr Patricia Wong. She graduated from Bedok South in the late 1980s and had moved on to specialize in sports science. She has maintained strong links and has stayed passionate about the school’s continued progress and development. In 2000, she spearheaded the formation of the school’s alumni and is now serving in the School Advisory Committee. Indeed the impact that schools make on their students go way beyond their schooling years.

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At St Andrew’s Secondary, teachers wanted the Normal (Technical) students to develop a greater sense of purpose and engagement in their learning and school activities. The teachers re–conceptualised the curriculum and school programmes and took special care to consider the students’ needs, interests, suggestions and feedback. In the classroom, curriculum was customized to include elective modules like Sports & Fitness and Food & Beverage. Outside the classroom, the students were able to choose from a wide range of opportunities to engage in sports, music, performing arts and special interest clubs. The efforts of the school have borne fruit, with improvements in the students’ attendance, motivation and academic performance.

Bedok Green COP is higher than Pingyi, East view & Springfield.

Selfan4ever♥23:

2. Beatty Secondary School (COP:218;Toa Payoh; Band7)
4. Deyi Secondary School (COP: 214; Ang Mo Kio; Bandx)

Thanks, but these 2 are not in the East.

21x … any advice pls? Thanks!

My dd couldn't get into her dream school... Look for schools in the East.

if the cut off point is 2-4 marks higher, is it advisable to put it as 1st choice?
Please advice on the below schools!
Or any other schools in the East within this range.
Thanks much! :salute: :salute: :salute:

Psir Ris (220-236)
* But their website stated 224 which is diff fm the booklet.
Geyland Methodist (220-234)
Bedok View (218 - 234)
Bedok South (211 - 230)
Coral (210-254)
East Spring (209-229)
Damai (205 - 231)
Bedok Green (204 - 229)
Manjusri (200-233)

Please also advice any good schools in the East for:

Express: 188-200 & NA: Under 180

Thanks much, koguma! Yes, looking @ Tampines & even Pasir Ris.


The rest, please help to advise! Thank you very much!