I think group tuition is quite effective if its a small group. kids can make friends and interaction helps them grow up and learn how to interact with others.


I always believe that for languages, its better to be in a centre, so the kids can talk in proper english or chinese with each other. The teacher must also be good and strict with the way they get them to chat and talk to each other too.

I have paid quite a variety of fees from very low to very high and i have to say the teacher is the one who makes a difference, I ever hired a dip holder to teach, paid her only $30 per hour for my pr4 DS , within 3 months my son improved but she doesnt wan to teach anymore after a year as she is gg to work full time in her own accounting industry.


Another case is when i hired nie teachers, they are so busy and expensive and my DS did not improve but drop slightly after letting her teach for 6-8 months. She always changes time with me too.

I think its luck too that plays a part in getting a good teacher. Now going to send them to tuition centre instead. heard helps in interactions especially when it comes to languages.

toffee:

Hi buds and mummies,


I'm trying to get some feedback on Halifax Montessori.
Would greatly appreciate if mummies who have kids there now can share some information on the school, teachers, environment etc with me.
Many many thanks!

My niece is studying there. she seems to be enjoying every bit of it! as heard from my sister.

decollette:

ahbombom:

Hi, many thanks for your views. The teacher is firm and very loud and we think she leans towards being fierce, at least that's our impression of her. We are likely to go with our instinct and withdraw DD.


Having this disappointing experience, we are thinking if we should find another childcare for her or wait till the year she turns 3. For those of you who sent your child to childcare at 18 months for purposes of socializing, literacy, and learning to be independent, do you see any huge benefits of doing so instead of waiting till the year they turn 3?

Once again, thanks for your comments.

Personally i think 3 is a little late, unless she is being stimulated with activities at home. Cos i find from 18 mths they learn and absorb very fast, and they are keen to explore. Mine was not so ready for the group experience at 18 months to be honest. But at 21 months, he was kinda ready.. as in he acted very interested in his surroundings and was not clingy to me somewhat.
My boy is close to being two months in half day cc in the morning. And he has started singing some songs, more verbal and i can make out what he says better now. Most importantly, its an indescribable feeling when he held on to his bag and walked in confidently to join his teachers and friends. Its good to know that he enjoys his time learning and having fun with others.
Good luck in whatever u choose

Agree!!!

elletwins:

Hi All,


I am a new parent. Hence starting a new club to gather all the parents in the Pasir Ris area.

So excited to be a new parent!

Given that my son is born in the year of Dragon, really got a big headache when he starts education...well, til then...

Congrats elletwins! Yes education can be quite a headache but I love having kids. Miss the 9 months and the time when they are a baby. I have 2 boys and 1 girl. All 3 are in their 9,10,11. I am new here too!

Yes it is. I usually do not use rewards as a temptation for my kids to score better. If they want an ipad or iphone, they have to earn it through helping me run errands or when its birthday or christmas. Its their father way of doing things. haha