Principal s Briefing for P4 Parents 22 April 2016
Programme Overview Time 6.00 p.m. to 6.25 p.m. Activity Principal s Briefing (School Hall) Subject-Based Banding (SBB) Direct School Admission (DSA) Subject Sharing Sessions 6.25 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. English (School Hall) 6.45 p.m. to 7.05 p.m. Science (School Hall) 7.15 p.m. 7.35 p.m. Mathematics (School Hall) 7.40 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. CL Music Room ML AVA Rm 1 TL AVA Rm 2
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Our Vision Our School - a Caring, Learning Community; Each Child - a Life-long Learner, a Leader with Character, a Success in his own Right. Our Values An Inquiring and Imaginative Mind Value Self and Others Integrity Doing Our Best
Key Milestone in your child s Education Pre-P1 P4 P6 Sec 1 Sec4/5 -Choosing a Primary school -Choosing Subject Bands -PSLE -Choosing a secondary school -Choosing a Subject combination -GCE O / N Levels -Choosing a post secondary institution Subject-Based Banding
SUBJECT-BASED BANDING (SBB) Every child is unique, with different aptitudes, capabilities and talents. We believe in providing a balanced education. Subject-based Banding (SBB) has been introduced to ensure that your child s interests and strengths are taken into consideration and aims to help every child realize his/her potential.
Subject Choices Available If your Child ( for P4 exam) Passes all 4 subjects and performs very well in Mother Tongue Language Passes all 4 subjects Passes 3 subjects Passes 2 subjects or less Your child may be recommended to take: 4 standard subjects + Higher Mother Tongue Language 4 standard subjects 4 standard subjects 4 standard subjects; or 3 standard subjects + 1 other foundation subject; or 2 standard subjects + 2 other foundation subjects; or 1 standard subject + 3 other foundation subjects; or 4 foundation subjects
How does Subject-Based Banding work? Pupil sits for school-based examinations At P4 Based on pupil s results, school recommends a subject combination. Parents fill up option form indicating preferred combination. Pupil takes subject combination chosen by parents At P5 English, Math, Science and Mother Tongue are available at standard and foundation levels. Mother Tongue is also available at the higher level.
How does Subject-Based Banding work? Pupil who takes 1 or more foundation subject(s) and does very well in the subjects Pupil who takes 4 standard subjects and has difficulty coping All other pupils End P5 School may allow him to upgrade 1 or 2 subjects to standard level if school believes he can cope; or continue the same subject combination in P6 School may allow him to take 1 or more subjects at foundation level in P6 School will allow them to continue the same subject combination in P6
How does Subject-Based Banding work? Pupil takes subject combination decided by school At P6 Pupil sits for Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) End P6 This will ultimately affect the stream, school and subject combinations the child can be eligible for @ Secondary level.
SBB in Pioneer Primary Recommendation Criteria Consider passing mark between 40 to 50 Students track record Subject Combinations Offering #1 Option of Higher Mother Tongue: pupils must pass all subjects with at least a Band 2, and at least 85 marks for MT #2 Only by School Recommendation. Not available for parents option 2015 P5 Combination 1 4S 1H #1 2 4S 3 2S 2F(FMA & FMT) 4 2S 2F(FMA & FSC) 5 3S 1F(FMT) 6 3S 1F(FMA) #2 7 1S(MT) 3F 8 1S(EL) 3F 9 4F
By the End of P6 The preparation of a child to do well is a progressive and ongoing process. By the end of P6, students are to be well-prepared to excel in the PSLE, entering a Secondary school of choice and having the option to go to a better stream, class and/or getting a choice-subject combination. A Child Of Good Character and possesses a Positive Attitude towards life and their future.
Source: http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/
Some Conscious Choices Direct School Admission (DSA) To research if secondary school offer DSA and selection criteria Secondary One Posting After PSLE
Direct School Admission (DSA) Allows students to demonstrate a wider range of talents in seeking admission to secondary schools. Type of Schools Schools with IP or SIS (NUSHS, SST & SOTA) Independent Schools (without IP) Autonomous Schools (without IP) Discretionary Places Up to 100% (IP schools admitted up to 50%) 20% 10% Niche Programme School 5%
Direct School Admission (DSA) Based on students talents and achievements. Consider both academic and non-academic areas. Each secondary school has its own criteria for selection. Based on the qualities, such as talent in science, music or sports, that the school would like to emphasize. To assess these qualities in applicants, schools may conduct tests, interviews or trials as necessary.
Direct School Admission (DSA) https://www.moe.gov.sg/admissions/direct-admissions/dsa-sec
Direct School Admission (DSA) Some popular schools of choice for DSA include: River Valley High School, Nan Hua High School, Hwa Chong Institution, Nanyang Girls High School, Crescent Girls School, NUSHS, SOTA, SST, SSS Students seeking DSA will have to submit applications to individual schools. Students must achieve PSLE results that would enable them to be eligible for admission to the course offered by school.
DIRECT SCHOOL ADMISSION RIVER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Supporting Evidences: Application Form Personal Statement Certified copies of P5 Year-End and P6 Mid-Year Examination result slips Certified copies of other supporting documents such as CCA records, certificates, letters to support evidence of special talents, if any Short-listed applicants will have to attend schoolbased selection test, audition or sports trails and an interview.
DIRECT SCHOOL ADMISSION SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, SINGAPORE Admission through DSA only. Selection criteria: Academic and Cognitive Ability (Track record and outcomes of selection test) Aptitude for Applied Learning (Participate in selection activity and be assessed in terms of their ability to work in teams to solve a problem.) Interests and Motivation (CCA involvement, student portfolio, teacher s recommendation, personal statement and interviews.)
DIRECT SCHOOL ADMISSION SCHOOL OF THE ARTS SINGAPORE Admission through DSA only. Selection criteria: Dance (Ballet or Non-Ballet) Music (Instrumental or Voice) Theatre Visual Arts Selection process includes live auditions, interviews, portfolio reviews and writing exercise.
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Programme Overview Time 6.00 p.m. to 6.25 p.m. Activity Principal s Briefing (School Hall) Subject-Based Banding (SBB) Direct School Admission (DSA) Subject Sharing Sessions 6.25 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. English (School Hall) 6.45 p.m. to 7.05 p.m. Science (School Hall) 7.15 p.m. 7.35 p.m. Mathematics (School Hall) 7.40 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. CL Music Room ML AVA Rm 1 TL AVA Rm 2