some answers (hopefully useful) for some questions


the kid is in Y1 (2023).
- stressful = yes.
- Y1 class ranked = NO. There are mix of GEP, DSA math, DSA science, AL4, AL5, AL6 students in the class
- remedial class = YES, for EN, MA, SC, MT. Other subjects on request.
- late reach home = Some CCA ends at 5.30pm, and student leaves school at 6pm.
- rough/bully seniors = NO. Seniors very well behaved, compared to some classmates
* class bullies = YES (very subtle)
- hide in some CCAs = YES. Some CCAs only are only twice a week, or 4-6 times a month (eg science & astro)
- look forward to school = YES.
- dead-tired = YES.
- snobs = FEW (shoes, overseas hols,,, primary school)
- bus from east = ?
- car drop-off/pick-up on school grounds = YES. Multiple sheltered car porches.
- congestion = YES. Morning only.
- rude/disrespectful/rebellious = YES. At least one third of the class.

mathsparks\" post_id=\"61168\" time=\"1254476707\" user_id=\"4545:

Any parents here to share their boys' experiences about life in RI? Though we're very sure of our decision, we're interested to find out more...to be mentally prepared.

- Is life really so stressful?
- Are the kids ranked according to the class they're in? Are their positions in class/standard disclosed at yearend?
- Are remedial/supp classes provided for weaker students?
- Do your kids reach home late (as in after 9pm) often?
- Are the boys rough (during orientation, do the seniors bully the juniors in ways that are demeaning/spiteful?)
- Is it true if you \"hide\" in guitar ensemble, you'll have a less packed cca schedule? Anyway, son's not keen to join guitar.
- Are your kids generally happy (look forward to school).
- Are they often dead-tired from school activities?
- Are they snobs who compare the brands of their shoes/mobiles/laptops/games/cars etc..or even the places they visit?
- Heard that there're school buses that pick up the kids from east side. Any idea?
- Are parents allowed to drop off the kids within the school grounds(if it rains?)..Is there morning peak hour conjestion?
- Are they rebellious, rude and behave so high and mighty? Somehow I've the notion that sap school kids are more respectful and humble..so perhaps I'm looking more for assurances from parents.

Thanks much for any input.

revils_ling\" post_id=\"2127375\" time=\"1705556170\" user_id=\"136480:

Thanks again for bring this info to my attention. Honestly, before reading your earlier post, we have totally not considered RI at all. But I like the idea of \"becoming a stronger fish\". I shall share this idea with my child and do some research on RI together. Appreciate your personal sharing. 👍

the other side of \"a stronger fish\" is \"that which does not kill us makes us...\" :imdrowning:

ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2127463\" time=\"1705658301\" user_id=\"3:

Hmm... too troublesome. I think I'll just get a normal brush. It's just a small toilet ceiling. Hopefully the painting will last for at least 1 year . I will go to buy white paint from Geylang tomorrow morning when I do my jog. Dulux paint you said. Any particular type of paint I should get? I'm a total noob...

toilet/bathroom ceiling are damp from hot water humidity. important to paint with \"anti-mould\" paint. most neighborhood hardware/diy shop will carry. i did single coat 2 years ago. ceiling still white.

for RI Sec 1 (2023), heard that none of AL5D/M/- boys got ESIS. wonder how they allocate the \"10%\" to the AL4D boys, of which can greater than 10 % of the cohort?

MerlionInGermany\" post_id=\"2126222\" time=\"1704179505\" user_id=\"2964:

I dont know for sure but I would guess that it is mixed. Like top 10% in the whole school. Because the basis of ESIS in the MOE website definition, seems to be for top academic students who attend independent schools regardless of stream. For ESIS sec 1, this is based on psle, so an AL5 who chooses to attend SJI O level will get it, and an AL 7 who attends SJI IP will not get it.

Comparing with ES for govt and govt aided schools, the MOE website says “top 10% in the school level and course”, but the ESIS (yearly) one is written as “top 10% in school cohort”. If there is a distinction, they could have written it the same way.

But I dont know for sure :siam:

hi - any users here? please share experience with these free online will-writing services. thx.

enivi\" post_id=\"2125151\" time=\"1703049770\" user_id=\"40961:

Hi all,

I saw the year 1 booklist, must I get all the Higher Chinese books AND Normal Chinese books? I tot the boys are all doing HCL? For my boy's pri sch, doing HCL don't need normal Chinese books?
And for the math textbooks, do we also buy the sec 2 math textbooks? Or just the sec 1?

In short, do I purchase ALL of the textbooks listed, eg sec 1 & 2 math textbooks, O level sciences textbooks and the HCL + CL textbooks plus workbooks?

For uniform, I assume lower sec boys wear white shorts hor, not long pants?

Think min 3 sets of uniforms and 3 sets of PE attire sets + 1 black polo shirt enough, if joining Sports cca? Will they need to go back on Saturdays too?
DEPENDS on each CCA timing

If I purchase the books for self collection at RI, also need 5-7 working days In for order to be ready as stated on the Casco website?
Is it better I just walk in at RI and purchase all books+uniforms altogether on 1 day?
DOABLE. If needed books and attire sizes avail

But also read that security guard need to see you booking confirmation before they allow you into the school? So meaning can't walk in?
YES. i remember security guard asking to see booking slip. at least for 1st purchase visit. i had to return a second time, to exchange some uniforms, and only had to show security the receipt

Sorry about the long qns, Newbie here
Anyone can advise pls ?

LASTLY #1 - best to check attire fit on-site before leaving the 2 temporary attire shops. unfortunately no changing room available on-site. Attire seller will tell you that you cannot try size in toilets before the purchase.

LASTLY #2 - plan for growth spurts The bookshop does sell attire once new school term starts

LASTLY #3 - no need to rush for \"sweaters/hoodies/raincoats...\" at the attire shops. wait the house jacket (which will be designed and sold by the students in March.

LASTLY #4 - last year, one of the attire shop (selling uniform shorts) did not issue paper receipts. so remember to INSIST ON TAKING A PICTURE of your transaction slip. else you will have a very hard time exchanging/returning the attire.

have fun :rahrah:

as inspiration, get students to read some good writing (by P5 students) from the SOTA 2022 Creative Writing Competition

https://www.sota.edu.sg/blog/archives/p6cwcom2022/1st-prize-winner-raeanne-tse
https://www.sota.edu.sg/blog/archives/p6cwcom2022/2nd-prize-winner-lucas-wang-hao-bo
https://www.sota.edu.sg/blog/archives/p6cwcom2022/3rd-prize-winner-annaleigh-eve-ng

am not able to find earlier winners...

https://www.intrenduniforms.com/raffles-institution-raffles-junior-college


https://finestuniform.com/collections/raffles-institution

see pics from vendor’s website


note, Y1-2 does NOT wear belt.

Babynat1\" post_id=\"2124275\" time=\"1701700698\" user_id=\"100886:

Thanks was hoping to get the uniform
In case oos as child cannot fit into primary school uniform. Do they allow kids to wear primary school pe attire on the first few days if they didn’t manage to get the uniform?

yes- RI allows pri sch uniforms until needed RI uniform sizes are back in stock.

but - if the Pri 6 uniforms does not fit... you may want to consider buying from external vendors any generic white school (short-sleeves) cotton shirts, and generic white school uniform shorts (no belt hoops).

will post official RI uniform specs next (if i can find).

slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2124383\" time=\"1701842311\" user_id=\"28674:

Asking for a friend, and posting here as there was no response on the Autism thread.

Does anyone have a recommendation for a good private psychologist who can do the assessment for Autism? For a teenager. Thanks!

i've pmed u. yr mileage might vary.