Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)

[phtthp]

At the end of sec 2, who can transfer into ACSI ? only restricted to boys from ACS (barker) secondary, or anyone from outside schools ?

[autolycus]

phtthp\" post_id=\"1906990\" time=\"1555602065\" user_id=\"35251:

At the end of sec 2, who can transfer into ACSI ? only restricted to boys from ACS (barker) secondary, or anyone from outside schools ?

Anybody not already in an IP can attempt it. However, it is far from easy; chance of success from outside is very low. I was once in charge of the admissions testing; some good years, maybe 3-5%. Sometimes, not a single one. Sometimes, via similar criteria to DSA, it's just about possible.

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autolycus\" post_id=\"1907281\" time=\"1555899448\" user_id=\"16143:

phtthp\" post_id=\"1906990\" time=\"1555602065\" user_id=\"35251:

At the end of sec 2, who can transfer into ACSI ? only restricted to boys from ACS (barker) secondary, or anyone from outside schools ?

Anybody not already in an IP can attempt it. However, it is far from easy; chance of success from outside is very low. I was once in charge of the admissions testing; some good years, maybe 3-5%. Sometimes, not a single one. Sometimes, via similar criteria to DSA, it's just about possible.

Appreciate for sharing this information!

[autolycus]

MJ2009\" post_id=\"1910817\" time=\"1558073221\" user_id=\"15264:

Hi, can anyone advise on the commitment for DSA Maths in ACSI? Must the child commit to Maths club throughout 4-6yrs, maintain a certain grades, etc?

Be ready to produce a portfolio demonstrating concrete interest in practical and theoretical mathematics. For all DSA academic variants, it's assumed that you're already consistently doing very well academically in the relevant subject. Extra math projects done in spare time are a bonus. Having had to evaluate such portfolios before, it's very easy to tell if the child is unusually motivated and talented in a given area; you can't hothouse them without the cracks showing. I used to give examples, but people just made their kids do those things instead of letting them discover such wonders on their own.

[autolycus]

MJ2009\" post_id=\"1911128\" time=\"1558325565\" user_id=\"15264:

Thanks for the advice, autolycus 👍 must the child's results be consistently at 90s? will child (GEP) only scoring at 80s with a few awards stand a chance in this sch if DSA Maths?

If GEP should be able to clear 255 and enter ACSI conventionally. DSA (anything) is for specialists with outstanding aptitude. That is, even with a high average, would your DS be considered an outstanding mathematician?

[ksraja69]

For Year 2 express promotion to Year 3 (IP), what is the typicakl percentage of marks in SA1 required typically?

[autolycus]

ksraja69\" post_id=\"1911812\" time=\"1558684033\" user_id=\"136856:

For Year 2 express promotion to Year 3 (IP), what is the typicakl percentage of marks in SA1 required typically?

About 85% across the board.

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Typically >75% but the interviewers will also take into account the following:

1) English and Literature results
2) HAST test taken on 15 May (if applicable)
3) Sec 1 and PSLE results
4) CCA, VIA and other worthy contributions
5) Form/PCT/Subject Teachers’ feedback
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[autolycus]

Best to apply for DSA only with appropriate skill-set. Does he have anything else that might be sufficient?

[Random Student]

autolycus\" post_id=\"1911816\" time=\"1558684615\" user_id=\"16143:

ksraja69\" post_id=\"1911812\" time=\"1558684033\" user_id=\"136856:

For Year 2 express promotion to Year 3 (IP), what is the typicakl percentage of marks in SA1 required typically?

About 85% across the board.

really untrue... you can get low to borderline 70s and make get accepted into ip, or get high 80s and not make it... it all matters based on the other aspects of the criteria like teachers recommendation and the interview, and your commitment in CCAS. it all just matters if the school feels that your son is suited for the IP program because grades are definitely not everything(I know from experience)