Hi mummyofone,


Read this article review in KS and it may shed some lights to why the dropping numbers of intake. Good Luck to all parents in this registration exercise.

http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/conte ... n-overview

Regards,
Astee

:goodpost:


Indeed, change is constant and we just need to keep asking and one day - it will be granted.

All the best as mine is final year so I have no bargaining chip, the next generation can put in more voices and it will be heard.

Happy New Year!!!

Cheers,
astee

babyjos:

Thanks Astee for taking the time to explain the rationale.

My contention is that why must it be the school uniform and not PE attire? Do pupils really need 2 years of 'trainig' to get used to it since they will have a full 4 years in secondary school to do it? And our kids have quite proven their adaptability and resilience in the P4 camp, no?

I think the rule stems from the traditional thinking that uniforms are for lessons and PE attire is only for PE. But times have changed. If all secondary schools students (mine didn't) are indeed required to change into uniforms after PE, maybe it is time to rethink the policy. Even for working adults, many companies adopt casual Fridays.

In the age where we are required to be creative and critical thinkers, is sticking to what-has-been a wise decision? Can we tell our children that they just have to do it, no matter how impractical and uncomfortable it may be, even though there could be an alternative, just because it is a rule?

Hi babyjos,


I shared your sentiment, initially, and after adjusting to the routine. It was manageable. Luckiy higher primary only has ONE PE lesson a week…phew.

The main reason school gave was for the kids to feel comfortable after the change. As been in sweaty and smelly tee-shirt does not goes well for remaining curriculum day. Yes, option to change to another PE attire is definitely a good idea for working parents…keke.

As our P5 and P6 will be joining secondary school soon so training them to change back to school uniforms is a crucial process. Secondary school kids are all required to change back to uniforms after PE. So we parents also need to adjust to the change…fyi, secondary can have 3 or 4 sets of clothings for a day.

I believe school value parents feedback and not all admin or front line are trained to answer every question from parents. So i am not surprised they regard your feedba k as "complaint" as that is what we parents are infamous for…haha. don’t take it personally and we can always share in this network. I believe we have many parents with same problems as we are all in tgps shoes.

Hi all P1 parents,


A warm welcome to the TGPS community. I was informed by PSG Vice-Chair that this thread is active again and true to her words, I am delighted to see all the exchanges.

P3/P4 parents, welcome back and continued to spread the knowledge to the new parents as I believe many are first time P1, so naturally will be very anxious and concerns on school and child matters.

For those whom are keen to join the PSG Network, do approach school admin and I believe the person-in-charge will be happy to share more updates with all of you.

My 2nd boy is in his final year on TGPS, yes, the dreaded PSLE year but been a 2nd time PSLE parent, I know the school has been and is still preparing our P6-sers to Achieve & Aspire. My eldest girl graduated 2 years ago and is now in Secondary 2.

Looking forward to seeing more TGPS Parents to the community, sharing and learning from one another. To all our Chinese Friends, advanced wishes to a Prosperous Lunar New Year. To all our other ethnic group friends, enjoy the long holidays with your family.

Cheers,
Astee

Hi Ninjago,


From my limited knowledge was that the school is trying to adjust the camp schedules so that the 3D2N Outward bound Adventure Camp will take place when the kid is in P4 instead of P5. Reason being P5 schedules were previously cramped with too many agendas.

P3 - 2D1N camp in school and P4 - 3D2N camp in MOE designated campsite.

This is the first time I am hearing P2 camp. Hmm....not sure what is the reason. You can write in to teacher in charge and voiced your concern. I believe there is a logical explanation behind this new move.

Cheers,
Astee

Ninjago:

Just curious why this year's P3 is having adventure camp when they just had a 1 night school camp in p2 last year? Some experimental group as P2 camp is a one-off and not annual event??

Hello Envyna,


Welcome your girl and you to our TGPS Community and yes, it's all exciting and scary feeling for the many unknowns.:P

Sorry that I cannot share much on Ananias BASC as I don't have personal experienced. But I do know a few friends children whom had been there since P1 and till now they are still there at P4.

On the upcoming orientation day, it will be a good opportunity for you to find the answer to your questions on School Bus as the Bus Vendor will be onsite to provide P1 parents with all the information on charges and routing.

Cheers.

envyna:

Hi

My Gal is joining the school force in TeckGhee next year, so scray & excited!

does any one have kids at the Ananias Centre btw, how is the experience like?

I went by and it seems to be so 'strict and discplined'

any advice, also on school bus, how much are the charges these days?

would appreciate all possible feedback, thnks!!!

iggie:

Hi,

Hi Iggie,

Nice to meet you online and glad to hear that you are considering TGPS as one of your choice for your son.

Currently TGPS does not have any In-House after school care which the other 2 schools have. Most of our student go to the BASC at the block next to the school. Normally the BASC will send a few representative to TGPS to pick up the children and walk them back to the centre. I don't have personal experienced about the centre, so cannot share much.

As Minister Heng emphasized - every school is a good school. We, as parents, have to put our trust into the school of choice.
Having said that, we parents, also played an important role in the growing years, so it takes 3 to clap, in this scenario.

I have 2 children in TGPS and I know they are in good hands. Communications are open and updates are as current as it could be. Of course, there are some hiccups along the way but we learn to manage it. My elder girl is in her final year, so wish me luck in PSLE. :boogie:

Last year, there were joint-open houses organized by MOE, so may I suggest you monitor MOE website and see when is the next session for our zonal session. The advantages of such a joint-programme is that you get to talk to all the Principals under one roof. Thereafter, if you would like your child to have a feel of the school environment, you may wish to check with the individual school if they organize \"Local Tours\".... :evil:

Good Luck to your upcoming 2015 P1 Registration, we do hope to welcome you and your boy to our TGPS family soon. :xedfingers:

Cheers,
Astee


Am registering my son for 2015 P1 intake this year.
Considering Jing Shan, Mayflower or Teck Ghee.

Does Teck Ghee have in-house After School Care?
Any mummies or daddies with kids in the After School Care, is it good/comprehensive?

Appreciate any feedback on Teck Ghee or the other 2 schools.
How is the Principal/teachers (motivative/caring...)
Normally there will be an open house closer to the registration date?

Thanks for sharing!

Looks like no official announcement from School, so most of the parents are relying on KSP PSLE updates.


Based on some of the results posting and looks like Minister Heng vision of 'Every School is a Good School' is materializing. Some neighbourhood schools are getting same high scores the tops schools in the same zone, from the unofficial community postings.

mummyofone:

How did the kids do for PSLE?

Yes, Rejoice, agreed that beside the school and kiddos, we parents, also play an important role in making the results. Though not academically, we provide moral support and comfort during the various exams.


Beside the 3 GEP kids, school also mentioned that this was the FIRST year that we have a bumper crop of GEP kiddos - total of 26. The P's message is quite clear that school will tap on these high capabilities kids to ensure that they continued to excel in their higher level of Primary Education.

Having said this, school is also working in area of LSP program for kids whom are weak in certain area. So this means that \"Leave No Kid Behind.\" (sounds familiar...keke. :evil: )

Wishing all our 2013 P6-sers BEST OF LUCK! and another wonderful journey ahead... :boogie:

rejoice137:

The PSLE result will be out tomorrow. All the best to the P6 kids. I hope all of them will pass the exam.

Lately TGPS has seen improvement on PSLE performance. Yes, I think the school standard has improved. Three of the p3 kids were accepted in the GEP program! This is a first in the school history. I am sure with more enthusiastic parents like all of us, the kids and school will be doing better :-).

Ah ok, thanks for enlightening....see I always learn something new. :boogie:


Yes, let's work together and keep our school flag flying high.... :rahrah:

stressedmomma:

Rotation applies to P and Vp, seldom to teachers unless there is excess staff, which, seeing as to how many classes there are at the school, this should not be the issue. Still if it is, it would be only 1 or 2 teachers that are transferred out.
YEs roadside news aplenty but this is from an ex teacher in the school so yes, i would think it is a genuine piece of news.
Of course I still hope for the best at TGPS. Seeing as to how it seems to be the 3rd ranked school in terms of popularity in AMK after CHIJ and Anderson, it would be a pity if the standard drops.