WeMoveUnseen:

Proud of njc? As a student i can ascertain that at least half of the student population absolutely abhors this school. It's more than just the rules if you must know. The abhorrences are well disguised. This said, realization would have come a moment too late.

daisyt:

xxjustakidxx:

No, our school's not well maintained at all (rolls eyes). The construction works took our field and we're having assembly at a confined space for 5 months :@

Thats for the new MRT line. So bear with it and can enjoy MRT in future.

WeMoveUnseen:

the campus is a S**T-HOLE . During the lectures, they turn on the air cons only after we've filled the entire theatre, and by the time it starts to get cooler, we wouldve already been stifled to death. the classrooms i like to point out, are like jail cells, youll know it when youre in there.. suffering. And the fans are sooooo weak.. the school probably modified them or something to save costs. the result: profuse sweating. The canteen kinda sucks too. Cramped, very cramped, a scarcity of fans, there isnt really any food stall worth commending etc etc.. The library, i believe, is the mugging sanctuary, so all the school has placed in there are boring plastic chairs and tables. No sofas, no tv, no relaxation corner, NOTHING! Probably a devious scheme by the school to force students into the cult of mugging. There are many many many many many more of these horrors which you will find in NJC, just come visit us

Then, there is the Red Queen. Her words are venomous. Her stare, piercingand abhorring. Her demeanor, (i dont really know). She probably is the most sarcastic and hypocritical person in the school, you will know when you meet her. She heads all, she is the red queen.

HOWEVER, the people there are lovely, i can vouch. Maybe except for some of those lunatics who just cant seem to stop studying for once and know
what its like to have a life.

Serafiel:

That's because of other reasons.

NJC is boring. They mug everyday, during recess nobody eats, everyone just sits down and reads. They have lectures tat are twice as fast as other schools--from what I've heard. The school is extremely focused on results only, leaving no time for a fun school experience. Furthermore, the school rules are ridiculous. You can't wear black shoes!! While running along Bukit Timah Rd for HC's stupid PE lessons, I spotted my friend waiing for the bus. She told me the DM made her go home and change her shoes. I was so shocked!! If almost all the other JCs accept coloured shoes, why not NJC? In addition, NJC uniform sucks. My NJ friends all complain about the hot shorts, the red pe shirt and grey elephant like uniform. VJ's uniform is prettier

daisyt:

xxjustakidxx:

No, our school's not well maintained at all (rolls eyes). The construction works took our field and we're having assembly at a confined space for 5 months :@

Thats for the new MRT line. So bear with it and can enjoy MRT in future.

ApronMama:

Dear all, If given the choice which one will you choose?

xxjustakidxx:

No, our school's not well maintained at all (rolls eyes). The construction works took our field and we're having assembly at a confined space for 5 months :@

tutormum:

xxjustakidxx:

[quote=\"tutormum\"]Little fella, FYI NJC was the 1st JC in Singapore and was top for years running. It has since lost it's top spot. It's was PM JC cos that was the only choice at his time. Unless there was another JC which he chose not to go to if not, that's not fair to compare the JCs in this respect. Moreover, over the years, NJC has lost its former glory and shine. Unless NJC is still every student's top choice, I won't say it's more prestige than the rest. :roll:

But I hear teens choosing VJC over NJC, in forums.

That's because of other reasons.
NJC is boring. They mug everyday, during recess nobody eats, everyone just sits down and reads. They have lectures tat are twice as fast as other schools--from what I've heard. The school is extremely focused on results only, leaving no time for a fun school experience. Furthermore, the school rules are ridiculous. You can't wear black shoes!! While running along Bukit Timah Rd for HC's stupid PE lessons, I spotted my friend waiing for the bus. She told me the DM made her go home and change her shoes. I was so shocked!! If almost all the other JCs accept coloured shoes, why not NJC? In addition, NJC uniform sucks. My NJ friends all complain about the hot shorts, the red pe shirt and grey elephant like uniform. VJ's uniform is prettier

24by7mum:

Oh My Gosh, is it that bad? My son said that there was a lot of construction work going on when he went for the tests on Monday. It is a pity that they do not maintain the place well as compared to HCI. :shock:

WeMoveUnseen:

Then, there is the Red Queen. Her words are venomous. Her stare, piercing and abhorring. Her demeanor, (i dont really know). She probably is the most sarcastic and hypocritical person in the school, you will know when you meet her. She heads all, she is the red queen.
.

WeMoveUnseen:

the campus is a S**T-HOLE . During the lectures, they turn on the air cons only after we've filled the entire theatre, and by the time it starts to get cooler, we wouldve already been stifled to death. the classrooms i like to point out, are like jail cells, youll know it when youre in there.. suffering. And the fans are sooooo weak.. the school probably modified them or something to save costs. the result: profuse sweating.

tutormum:

Little fella, FYI NJC was the 1st JC in Singapore and was top for years running. It has since lost it's top spot. It's was PM JC cos that was the only choice at his time. Unless there was another JC which he chose not to go to if not, that's not fair to compare the JCs in this respect. Moreover, over the years, NJC has lost its former glory and shine. Unless NJC is still every student's top choice, I won't say it's more prestige than the rest. :roll:

Lucky:

hi Apron Mama


Just my 2 cents worth...

VJC gives me the impression that their students are all rounder whereas for NJC, I have the impression that they are more nerdy.

Both schools excel academically but I think VJ excels in terms of sports and I think the school is more vibrant.

Ultimately, I think you should let your child select as he/she will be the one studying.

Another consideration is distance. Choose the one nearer to home as it would save alot of time.

xxjustakidxx:

tutormum:

Little fella, FYI NJC was the 1st JC in Singapore and was top for years running. It has since lost it's top spot. It's was PM JC cos that was the only choice at his time. Unless there was another JC which he chose not to go to if not, that's not fair to compare the JCs in this respect. Moreover, over the years, NJC has lost its former glory and shine. Unless NJC is still every student's top choice, I won't say it's more prestige than the rest. :roll:

But I hear teens choosing VJC over NJC, in forums.

That's because of other reasons.
NJC is boring. They mug everyday, during recess nobody eats, everyone just sits down and reads. They have lectures tat are twice as fast as other schools--from what I've heard. The school is extremely focused on results only, leaving no time for a fun school experience. Furthermore, the school rules are ridiculous. You can't wear black shoes!! While running along Bukit Timah Rd for HC's stupid PE lessons, I spotted my friend waiing for the bus. She told me the DM made her go home and change her shoes. I was so shocked!! If almost all the other JCs accept coloured shoes, why not NJC? In addition, NJC uniform sucks. My NJ friends all complain about the hot shorts, the red pe shirt and grey elephant like uniform. VJ's uniform is prettier

tutormum:

Little fella, FYI NJC was the 1st JC in Singapore and was top for years running. It has since lost it's top spot. It's was PM JC cos that was the only choice at his time. Unless there was another JC which he chose not to go to if not, that's not fair to compare the JCs in this respect. Moreover, over the years, NJC has lost its former glory and shine. Unless NJC is still every student's top choice, I won't say it's more prestige than the rest. :roll:

little fella:

NJC has much more fame than VJC. That's for sure! :roll: Results-wise, they are about the same, but we will wait till next year.

ezmum:

NJC was PM Lee's JC as there were very few JCs then during his time. In fact, VJC only just celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2009. So can't compare like that.


Just curious, as far as I know, both NJ and VJ are comparatively good - so how do you substantiate your claim that NJ is better academically? :?

little fella:

NJC has a definite advantage over VJC, having more prestige nation-wide and world-wide. I find it funny that you actually compare NJC with VJC. :? NJC is Lee Hsien's Loong's Junior College. NJC's A level's results are also obviously higher as compared to VJC. VJC on the other hand does not have as much fame and recognition as compared to NJC. :roll: