eteely\" post_id=\"2108772\" time=\"1684203236\" user_id=\"194355:

My kid is currently attending MBS. I can confirm that it indeed has a buddhist studies program. Parents have the choice to opt out of the program if they do not want their kids to attend (see screenshot from Parent Gateway below). Students whom opt out would then be attending life skills lessons instead, which I heard teaches very useful life skills.

I also know that the sch do not force the student to bow to Lord Buddha. For example, during orientation we bowed to Lord Buddha before Ven. Seck Kwang Phing gave his speech. Some non buddhist parents just stood still when this happened.

I personally feel the sch do not force buddhist practises upon non-buddhist students, which should be good news for parents who are worried.

However, MBS is buddhist sch after all, exposure to some religious elements would be unavoidable, so non buddhist parents should be more open minded if they want to send their kids to this sch. Afterall, all religions teach us to be a kind and good person. Just my personal opinion as this is a sensitive topic.



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stitchgal\" post_id=\"2107928\" time=\"1683544143\" user_id=\"142111:

Hi Chill_Spider,

Your concern and fear is very valid so I do understand where you are coming from, especially when it involves one's belief system. I came to understand that the school's values does base on buddhism teaching so character moulding (good values) is perhaps a big part of the school.

I have also heard say that during morning assembly, children will be doing buddhist chants on a daily basis. I'm bringing this out for your consideration.

ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2106293\" time=\"1682233883\" user_id=\"3:

Not sure, but I've not heard any complaints about schools forcing students to be in the faith. I've been in St Andrew's for 10 years, and while I have seen many, many attempts at converting students: these attempts are rather on the low key and not coercive, and definitely less obtrusive than most of the churches I visit these days. Non believers are allowed to gather as a group for quiet reading during weekly chapel sessions.

I feel Buddhism may even be less obtrusive than Christianity, but let's hear from others here.

Chill_Spider\" post_id=\"2106215\" time=\"1682162156\" user_id=\"201057:

Hello Stitchgal

Didn’t see your post until now.

Probably my concern is how MBS may encourage non Buddhist students to participate in Buddhism related classes/ activities, or engage in Buddhist related talks during school assemblies

I personally doubt it but am not sure so just like to hear some perspectives.

What I do appreciate about MBS is the emphasis on Chinese learning and culture and my personal opinion of MBS being a better school, academic wise.


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stitchgal\" post_id=\"2101722\" time=\"1679209539\" user_id=\"142111:

@chill_spider: I hear your concern. Do you wanna share what are you worried about? It is a buddhist school after all and if you don't feel confident about how your child will flourish in the particular school, she is going to sense/feel it and may not enjoy school as much. It is advisable to enrol your child in a school you feel 100% about!

aliphant\" post_id=\"2076675\" time=\"1659072669\" user_id=\"195755:

Hi zac's mum,
can I trouble you to pm me your thoughts on this as well? previously crossed MB out from my options but now got to consider with the changes

zac's mum\" post_id=\"2037790\" time=\"1631522206\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=2037790 time=1631522206 user_id=53606]
Hi WeasleyA: sure, I have PM-ed you my answer.[/quote]

Kan Cheong Spider\" post_id=\"2043014\" time=\"1634720438\" user_id=\"77024:[quote=\"Kan Cheong Spider\" post_id=2043014 time=1634720438 user_id=77024]
Hi,

For parents who don't mind hand-me-down girl uniforms and PE attires.
I have few sets to give away.

Please pm me.

Thanks.[/quote]

WeasleyA\" post_id=\"2037780\" time=\"1631519466\" user_id=\"164014:

can PM me also your answer to this query? Thank you, I have exactly the same question

zac's mum\" post_id=\"1985623\" time=\"1594692113\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=1985623 time=1594692113 user_id=53606]

Hi, new parents here whom will be moving in to the new BTO beside the school. I know this topic has been briefly discussed a few times in this thread from 2012 to 2016; but would like to know if there are any newer experiences. Basically we're christians and would like to confirm few of the things discussed: Non-buddhist (1.) Students are not required to pray/bow down for religious purposes | (2.) Students can be excluded from the class during buddhist studies.
Also, are there recent christian parents who have enrolled in and what are your views on it? And if not, what would you suggest on the alternatives? I'm not much concerned as I believe it can be agreed it is a good school and I believe education is important, but my wife has concerns over the religion aspect of it.
Appreciate any insights and thanks in advance!

Hi Dparents,

I have sent u a private message. Please check your inbox

zac's mum\" post_id=\"1985623\" time=\"1594692113\" user_id=\"53606:[quote=\"zac's mum\" post_id=1985623 time=1594692113 user_id=53606]

DParents\" post_id=\"1985436\" time=\"1594566749\" user_id=\"186852:

Hi, new parents here whom will be moving in to the new BTO beside the school. I know this topic has been briefly discussed a few times in this thread from 2012 to 2016; but would like to know if there are any newer experiences. Basically we're christians and would like to confirm few of the things discussed: Non-buddhist (1.) Students are not required to pray/bow down for religious purposes | (2.) Students can be excluded from the class during buddhist studies.
Also, are there recent christian parents who have enrolled in and what are your views on it? And if not, what would you suggest on the alternatives? I'm not much concerned as I believe it can be agreed it is a good school and I believe education is important, but my wife has concerns over the religion aspect of it.
Appreciate any insights and thanks in advance!

Hi Dparents,

I have sent u a private message. Please check your inbox [/quote]