Nanyang Girls' High School [*IP]

[Swc]

I must say DD had wonderful History and Geography teachers for both sec 1 and sec 2. So definitely not a case of whole department run badly.

[LeeTaiTai]

Imp75\" post_id=\"2000967\" time=\"1604215103\" user_id=\"2358:

My girls are sec 2 and 4. Personally I feel that as there are no written papers for H and G at year end, perhaps more emphasis was placed on guiding the girls for HI and GI which are considered major research group assignments for Sec 1, something the girls may need more hand-holding. At sec 2 this year, I think the girls are taught enough exam related questions on how to answer essay type questions etc. My girls have no tuition and do not go for extra consultation and they did not so too badly (80s) so I think the normal teaching system in sch is working fine? At sec 4, there are a lot of content so whether doing well or not also depends on a lot of general knowledge too.

Thanks for sharing, will take note and monitor her progress. As this is a unique year, we arent sure if the assignments are replacing some written work due to C19 hence less emphasis on answering techiques too. Your girls did well without help.. will ask mine to do some reading during the holidays.

[LeeTaiTai]

Swc\" post_id=\"2000970\" time=\"1604215797\" user_id=\"178585:

I must say DD had wonderful History and Geography teachers for both sec 1 and sec 2. So definitely not a case of whole department run badly.

Glad to hear that. Will monitor her progress. By the way do they change teachers in sec ?

[LeeTaiTai]

I mean sec 2

[Swc]

LeeTaiTai\" post_id=\"2000978\" time=\"1604218010\" user_id=\"17608:

Swc\" post_id=\"2000970\" time=\"1604215797\" user_id=\"178585:

I must say DD had wonderful History and Geography teachers for both sec 1 and sec 2. So definitely not a case of whole department run badly.

Glad to hear that. Will monitor her progress. By the way do they change teachers in sec ?

Some subjects continued with same teachers, some changed. So really depends on luck

[Zappy]

LeeTaiTai\" post_id=\"2000968\" time=\"1604215573\" user_id=\"17608:

Swc, actually for some subjects yes.. for LA specifically it was put up much later. It was a bit of messy in instructions and the teacher actually ask them to do the papers in class but never return them before exam eg lit response. I am not sure if its just my girl's teacher. Anyway was a little disappointed with the way the school runs. After appointment with her Geo teacher in term 2, she doesnt feel her question was answered. Maybe my girl still didnt grasp the technique.of answering from the teacher. Other little things like PTM was cancelled on account the issue on ipad.is to be updated but I feel.its good to.discuss about other items on the plate of any and keep.parents.connected. I do agree with Ganchiongspider that hcl.math and science teachers are much better and my dd fav subjects. The quality of teaching affects the students interest in the subjects. Just feel the communication is not there somehow, hope . its just sec 1 and not the whole dept is like that. I.was expecting more from a top school perhaps.

I agree that the communication is not really there. It does seem like the school expects a lot of independence from the students, especially in the lower sec humanities & LA. I was also surprised they hardly write any essays - think they wrote maybe 1-2 in the whole year but then the EOY exams had the usual Papers 1-3 format. Same for Lit Response - not really taught a lot in class until near the exams but then it is tested. I am all for exploring literature and doing storytelling/ presentations as these are important soft-skills, but I'd be more comfortable if they are prepared a little more for what is actually being tested at the EOYs.

But having said that, I also just monitor and advise my gal to consult the teachers where needed (don't think she did any this year though) and pay attention in class. I didn't call the teachers or school as she still managed so far. Will see what happens in Sec 3 but I think it will probably need even more \"independence\" from the girls.

[Zappy]

LeeTaiTai\" post_id=\"2000977\" time=\"1604217869\" user_id=\"17608:

Thanks for sharing, will take note and monitor her progress. As this is a unique year, we arent sure if the assignments are replacing some written work due to C19 hence less emphasis on answering techiques too. Your girls did well without help.. will ask mine to do some reading during the holidays.

It was the same for my daughter's sec 1 last year... so no, the assignment work stuff is not really much different in a non-covid year.

[LeeTaiTai]

Zappy…thanks for sharing, will take note and feedback again next year as needed. I would encourage independence too but some things takes time to grow.

[Imp75]

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Zappy..thanks for sharing, will take note and feedback again next year as needed. I would encourage independence too but some things takes time to grow.

I agree with Zappy. Since sec sch, I hv been quite hands-off as I expected my girls to grow in independence and be resourceful. However if there are tell-tale signs that they are not coping, I will probe and find out more (yes my girls fail geog or hist b4). They normally know its bc they misinterpreted the qn or not following teacher recommendations of using PEEL analysis. As long as they are on top of things, I typically let it slide. Grades are to me, not as impt as the learning process.

[LeeTaiTai]

Thanks for sharing, it feels better talking to all of you knowing I am not alone. Learning to let go slowly. Can feel the kids stress but as they speak less sometimes not sure if they feel ok. I can only try to guide and motivate.. so glad its long break now 😅