Raffles Girls' School (Secondary) [*IP]

[sob7]

KCmummy@049\" post_id=\"2048381\" time=\"1637845232\" user_id=\"193649:

Hi parents, can you advise me about the culture and the environment in RGS? I am shortlisting a few schools, and RGS is one of my consideration for submission next week. However, I understand it is very competitive and stressful. I will like to understand the support, the culture, the teachers and the students?
Please do help for those who have a much in depth into RGS.
thanks alot in advance!

RGS is a school that provides a platform for girls to further achieve their potential academic, character and leadership , it also offers opportunities for the students to showcase their ability in diverse fields from sports,music and technopreneurship.There is the peer support board that is helps support the students through challenges.
Learning environment wise, its got all that is needed and maybe more with the external help from ex students.
Culture?Not really sure how to define that, but the typical RGS girl is independent, has strong opinion and articulate.

My DD is Y4 next year and so far she is happy with the school, she has a complaints and such but the camaraderie with her friends, classmates and house makes it up somehow.
They are always so busy, stress with PPA and EYA it's not always a bed of roses, but they manage.
She does not aim for the 4.0s, happy to do to the best of her abilities.
Teachers are approachable and most have consultative way dealing with the gals.

End of the day depends on your DD's character, does she thrive under pressure, seeks challenges and self driven?
What's her motivation?What makes her tick?Only she would know and her parents to an extent.
I understand that she's 12-13 and might not have give much thought about it, the virtual open house might be a good opportunity for her to see for herself if RGS is for her

My 5 cents worth

[Reenie]

Hi parents,


My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

[KCmummy.033053049]

sob7\" post_id=\"2048671\" time=\"1637910605\" user_id=\"135725:

KCmummy@049\" post_id=\"2048381\" time=\"1637845232\" user_id=\"193649:

Hi parents, can you advise me about the culture and the environment in RGS? I am shortlisting a few schools, and RGS is one of my consideration for submission next week. However, I understand it is very competitive and stressful. I will like to understand the support, the culture, the teachers and the students?
Please do help for those who have a much in depth into RGS.
thanks alot in advance!

RGS is a school that provides a platform for girls to further achieve their potential academic, character and leadership , it also offers opportunities for the students to showcase their ability in diverse fields from sports,music and technopreneurship.There is the peer support board that is helps support the students through challenges.
Learning environment wise, its got all that is needed and maybe more with the external help from ex students.
Culture?Not really sure how to define that, but the typical RGS girl is independent, has strong opinion and articulate.

My DD is Y4 next year and so far she is happy with the school, she has a complaints and such but the camaraderie with her friends, classmates and house makes it up somehow.
They are always so busy, stress with PPA and EYA it's not always a bed of roses, but they manage.
She does not aim for the 4.0s, happy to do to the best of her abilities.
Teachers are approachable and most have consultative way dealing with the gals.

End of the day depends on your DD's character, does she thrive under pressure, seeks challenges and self driven?
What's her motivation?What makes her tick?Only she would know and her parents to an extent.
I understand that she's 12-13 and might not have give much thought about it, the virtual open house might be a good opportunity for her to see for herself if RGS is for her

My 5 cents worth

Thank you for the advices and really good to hear so many good things about RGS.
will consider carefully.

[sob7]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi parents,

My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

1) Some will have tuition , have to find the time.Most subjects in Y1-Y2 are ok, but it gets tougher in Y3 depending on the subject combo. Its the same for most Sec schools I guess

2) That is a valid concern for most parents, but the teachers encourage and will give opportunities to everyone.
With presentations and group discussions, they will take turns to voice their opinion

3) CCA is a hit or miss, there will be selection trials by students and teachers , if first round not selected will be offered available slots.
Music CCA, priority is for those that DSA music, then will go same process as above.

Cheers

[Reenie]

sob7\" post_id=\"2048745\" time=\"1637922637\" user_id=\"135725:

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi parents,

My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

1) Some will have tuition , have to find the time.Most subjects in Y1-Y2 are ok, but it gets tougher in Y3 depending on the subject combo. Its the same for most Sec schools I guess

2) That is a valid concern for most parents, but the teachers encourage and will give opportunities to everyone.
With presentations and group discussions, they will take turns to voice their opinion

3) CCA is a hit or miss, there will be selection trials by students and teachers , if first round not selected will be offered available slots.
Music CCA, priority is for those that DSA music, then will go same process as above.

Cheers

Thank you so much for taking time to answer my questions! It means so much to us. It really helps the parents to make a decision and for that, I’m really grateful. Have a wonderful weekends.

[Zeal mummy]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi parents,

My girl is thinking of putting RGS as her choice. I have a few questions here:

1) do you find the girls going tuition in order to cope with ip? Or teachers consultation works better?

2) for a child who is more introvert or less vocal, will it be an issue as I have seen the girls in RGS seems very confident speakers.

3) for cca, I heard there’s audition and selection, super competitive. If the child has piano background, would it be easier to join cca like band or string?

Thank you!

Hi Reenie,

1. My daughter doesn’t have any tuition and copes fine. Teachers are available for consultations and that is the better option as I think not many tuition center follows the IP curriculum closely. She is going Year 2 next year.

2. Yes there are many confident speakers and leaders. My daughter is not vocal, but she is a confident speaker. She made many friends and have a closer group of friends now after year 1.

3. It is indeed rather competitive as there are limited slots. It depends on her piano grade, but there are sufficient slots for the aesthetics like band, strings, orchestra and choir, so she should be alright.

Hope this helps!

[Zeal mummy]

KCmummy@049\" post_id=\"2048381\" time=\"1637845232\" user_id=\"193649:

Hi parents, can you advise me about the culture and the environment in RGS? I am shortlisting a few schools, and RGS is one of my consideration for submission next week. However, I understand it is very competitive and stressful. I will like to understand the support, the culture, the teachers and the students?
Please do help for those who have a much in depth into RGS.
thanks alot in advance!

Generally the girls are friendly and helpful, like most schools, in year 1, they make new friends, choose their CCA, adapt to the new curriculum and environment. Honestly, it is competitive but not stressful. The year just flew by in a flash!

[Reenie]

Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2048768\" time=\"1637926993\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2048768 time=1637926993 user_id=58173]

Reenie\" post_id=\"2048698\" time=\"1637916780\" user_id=\"7078:

Hi Reenie,

1. My daughter doesn’t have any tuition and copes fine. Teachers are available for consultations and that is the better option as I think not many tuition center follows the IP curriculum closely. She is going Year 2 next year.

2. Yes there are many confident speakers and leaders. My daughter is not vocal, but she is a confident speaker. She made many friends and have a closer group of friends now after year 1.

3. It is indeed rather competitive as there are limited slots. It depends on her piano grade, but there are sufficient slots for the aesthetics like band, strings, orchestra and choir, so she should be alright.

Hope this helps!

Thank you so much for replying as well I can’t express how grateful I am to hear from parents here. Thank you so much. I feel more confident now that she is making a wise choice.

[totorosy]

Hi everyone! Looking for transport options for my girl joining RGS next year from Katong/Joo Chiat/Marine Parade area. Was wondering if anyone is keen to share a ride (Grab, etc). Thanks!

[emoh]

totorosy\" post_id=\"2049107\" time=\"1638021032\" user_id=\"9095:

Hi everyone! Looking for transport options for my girl joining RGS next year from Katong/Joo Chiat/Marine Parade area. Was wondering if anyone is keen to share a ride (Grab, etc). Thanks!

u can explore bus 59 from Jin Eunos that will bring u to the braddell MRT bus stop via PIE quite fast