andee:

I think this is a cliche question that has no definite answer. I believe trust, respect and communication are important to maintain a solid marriage. Don't let the opinions of other people matter. Instead, trust each other, respect each other and make sure to maintain an open line of communication. But that's just me

Agreed.

Imami:

sean wife:

Not sure if TLL still look at results to offer places? My impression is that the tide has turned, and they are more desperate for students than the other way round nowadays, given the number of Centres they have now.

Some months back, I backside itchy sent my kid to a trial class. TLL regularly run such programme (there is a name for it but I have forgotten) where parents get a course preview while the kids have a trial class.

They still ask for the kid's results but I don't think that is a show stopper. They are merely checking to see if your kid should be placed in an accelerated class. Those scoring high 90s will be offered the accelerated class, so I was told. But who knows, I can't verify that. When asked what if the kid is not scoring as high as 90, the staff said these kids would be placed in other classes where the kids are of similar abilities. If you think about it, this is not really a good assessment or is it? Different schools have different idea on how they should set the papers. How to benchmark?

I won't say TLL is desperate as I believe there is still a demand for their classes. However, I agree with seanwife that with the number of centers they have, it will probably be a constant effort to fill the classes.

As I type this post, I recall a friend's kid who was from LP. The kid wasn't doing well in LP primary 2 programme. Barely scrapped through the tests and compo. He wasn't doing great in school too. The mum took the leap of faith and try out TLL. Two terms into TLL when we last met, the boy was still not showing much improvement.

So the entrance exam is not so strict now? May I know which subjects you took in LP and TLL? Thanks in advance

floppy:

Minibui:

I have been a SHHK member for more than 4 years. Do I also need to do volunteer work with the clan in order to get a recommendation letter for 2b? Does anyone know how \"active\" one has to be?

Err... since you are an existing member (and a fairly long one), shouldn't you have better insights that us?

I would like some insight too thank you :evil:

janet88:

starlight1968sg:

Overheard a senior said

年轻时，养孩子
年老时，养医生

oh yes very true.
and in singapore, 不可以病 because it is very expensive.

So true.. mother is getting older... nowadays very frequent visits to doctor to check bowels..

Happy new year everyone! Back to school again!