GiftedGem:

mcq:

Hi parents,


My DS has just been offered a place in GEP. I'm a bit concern about the work load as he currently plays/trains tennis 5 times a week (3 wkdays + 2 wkends).

Would really like to get your inputs - do the kids have the bandwidth to be training 3 x 2 hours on weekdays, on top of their GEP schoolworks?

Thanks.

Hi. Are the tennis lessons in the afternoon or evening ? Normally, there are CCA and HCL classes held after school which will take up at least 2-3 days. There are also classes such as olympiad math, remedial as well. I know some of the parents sent their kids for tuition after school. Hence, It boils down to time management.

In my opinion, u may want to reduce the lessons on weekdays as there are times where the kids have to do couple of worksheets at a go. Math, being challenging, takes up the most time as compared to other subjects.

Thanks you very much GiftedGem, Mum101 & sleepy for sharing.

Could it be that some GEP schools are less demanding than others? While I do think it must be very mentally stimulating to be in such an environment, I do also enjoy seeing him trying hard & having fun with his mates during his training.

I stay over in the west, pretty close to ACSP, NYPS, NHPS and HPPS. Do you happen to know if one of these allow the kids more free time than others?

Thanks.

Hi parents,


My DS has just been offered a place in GEP. I’m a bit concern about the work load as he currently plays/trains tennis 5 times a week (3 wkdays + 2 wkends).

Would really like to get your inputs - do the kids have the bandwidth to be training 3 x 2 hours on weekdays, on top of their GEP schoolworks?

Thanks.