NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (Diploma)

[Sun_2010]

Happy Mummmmm:

Dear Mothers,


I am using my mother's account right now because I have a few questions to ask you before I submit my answer for school admission via DSA. :?:

1) What are the school hours in NUSH?

School starts at 7:45am. The day end depends upon CCA, no of CCAs, third language, elective taken, MO .... If you are into all, then it could be a full day 4 days a week at least - ending between 4-6:30. .

2) During science lessons, are there normally more theory or practical lessons?
A lot of practical work is done

3) What are the chances of getting into a CCA of your choice?
Depends on what CCA . But it is easier than other top schools I think, as cohort size is much smaller.

4) Are the science lessons generally more interesting than those in IP schools? Are there more hands-on experiments?

Dunno on a comparative basis. But at nush the 3 sciences are done thought out the year unlike what I believe is done in others schools.

5) On average how many overseas trips have your child(ren) participated each year?

6) Do you know how many students graduate to become specialised doctors?
NUSH started in 2004. The first Batch students who graduated and went into med schools are probably still there doing their graduation. I don't think antone would be specializing yet.

7) Are there air-conditioning units in the classrooms?

No

Thank you!

[uhoobus]

Just to add on to some of the answers

Sun_2010:

Happy Mummmmm:

Dear Mothers,

I am using my mother's account right now because I have a few questions to ask you before I submit my answer for school admission via DSA. :?:

1) What are the school hours in NUSH?

School starts at 7:45am. The day end depends upon CCA, no of CCAs, third language, elective taken, MO .... If you are into all, then it could be a full day 4 days a week at least - ending between 4-6:30. .

2) During science lessons, are there normally more theory or practical lessons?
A lot of practical work is done

3) What are the chances of getting into a CCA of your choice?
Depends on what CCA . But it is easier than other top schools I think, as cohort size is much smaller.

4) Are the science lessons generally more interesting than those in IP schools? Are there more hands-on experiments?

Dunno on a comparative basis. But at nush the 3 sciences are done thought out the year unlike what I believe is done in others schools.

5) On average how many overseas trips have your child(ren) participated each year?

Most of the trips would come in year 4-6. There would be at least one exchange trip for everyone. There are little to no opporunities for you to go overseas in the earlier years but it is well worth the wait

6) Do you know how many students graduate to become specialised doctors?
NUSH started in 2004. The first Batch students who graduated and went into med schools are probably still there doing their graduation. I don't think antone would be specializing yet. So far i think about 5-10% of the cohorts that graduated decided to go into medicine

7) Are there air-conditioning units in the classrooms?

Some classrooms have, but as far as I know there are none for the year 1 classes.

Thank you!

[Jon101]

My DD will be attending NUSH next year. Can anyone help me with the following questions on school uniform for NUSH?

(a) Other than at NUSH, where else can I purchase the school uniform?
(b) I understand that NUSH allow students to wear sports shoes during school. Must the sport shoes be white? Can it be coloured?

Thanks in advance.

[DVL]

Jon101:

My DD will be attending NUSH next year. Can anyone help me with the following questions on school uniform for NUSH?

(a) Other than at NUSH, where else can I purchase the school uniform?
(b) I understand that NUSH allow students to wear sports shoes during school. Must the sport shoes be white? Can it be coloured?

Thanks in advance.

You may check out Intrend Uniform,s located in Geylang. The website is http://www.intrenduniforms.com.sg

The school is not very strict with shoes, sport shoes with some colours are acceptable.

Hope this helps.

[Jon101]

DVL:

Jon101:

My DD will be attending NUSH next year. Can anyone help me with the following questions on school uniform for NUSH?

(a) Other than at NUSH, where else can I purchase the school uniform?
(b) I understand that NUSH allow students to wear sports shoes during school. Must the sport shoes be white? Can it be coloured?

Thanks in advance.

You may check out Intrend Uniform,s located in Geylang. The website is http://www.intrenduniforms.com.sg

The school is not very strict with shoes, sport shoes with some colours are acceptable.

Hope this helps.

Thanks

[octoberbaby]

How to apply DSA into this school? Must have anything unique? or just apply first and wait for reply.

[matadorepy]

octoberbaby:

How to apply DSA into this school? Must have anything unique? or just apply first and wait for reply.

Refer to the school website at http://www.highsch.nus.edu.sg on admission and application info. All your questions will be answered there.

[Canli]

As I know, there were 17 NUSH students got into medicine in NUS. Congratulations!

[Canli]

I mean last year.

[Happy Mummmmm]

Dear Mummies Sun_2010 & uhoobus,


Thank you for replying my daughter's question.

She was having a difficult time deciding between RGS and NUS High. Your answers helped her to make up her mind -- next year, she will be joining your kids at NUS High! :rahrah: