Hi I have 2 children who are from Anderson. One still there and another graduated not too long ago.


It is a good school with good programs. One of the better ones in this area for sure.
Both my kids have had opportunities. If you are looking for equal opportunities then this school does not have it. My older one went for 3 overseas trips. Second one didn't get any chance. Bad planning I think for this. Otherwise above average in everything else. Principal is approachable-not as was mentioned by another post. They do not have Open House as they need to allow other schools nearby struggling with enrollment to have the limelight. If you wish to tour the school, you can always ask. There is a waiting list not only for P1 but across the levels.

Autumnjune:

Any parents with kids going on P 1 next year?
Went to the school two days back to register and realise the compound is quite tight... Wonder how jam packed will it be for vehicles during drop off and release?!

They allow drop off and pick up right into the school. I have no problems with this.PVs and School staff even open and close doors to make it easier for the kids-cannot ask for more. You need to abide by the times though for safety reasons. Community Hospital next door relocated their entrance suddenly but school has put in extra personnel etc.

I'm thinking of joining the parents support group... Anyone know what do they really do there?

They only take up to a certain number so you have to register fast. Beyond that they do not as they do not believe in balloting for PVs at P1 registration. Not fair after so much of hard work. So if they open 40, so far all 40 can apply for place and get in.PVs do a lot form morning safety duties to recess work etc.

jennifer77:

Hi, is it a must to take higher chinese in Pri 1?

Ksstitch:

You mean they didn't hold supplementary classes to help the average students?
In dilemma now, not sure if Anderson is a good school…..

Higher Chinese yes from P1 to P3 then they choose after banding exercise at P4.Am non Chinese, the HCL gave a headstart for my first but made my second struggle. They have extra classes for those struggling. The teachers are awesome-generally. Very dedicated-mostly.
Totally not true.I find they do more than many schools. That is the problem. Each day ends late because there is so much going on.But then again you can opt out for most if you are not interested.
For things like MO and certain competitions , the cream gets chosen-logically.

I did not put my kids into my alma mater tho it is a premiere school and I have no regrets. My kids are grounded in values, know how to interact with all types of peers and they love their school. They are happy, I am very happy.
Hope the above helps.

Feeling disappointed.Looks like DC messed GAT.No calls no emails even tho his marks in high 80s for EMS plus strong testimonials and several certs.

Sigh…

Best to call NJC to check I guess.Same for the other schools.

ying2:

WonderWoman:

Yes Received email from NJC

Congratulations! The result out very fast, 4 working days after the test day. Mine no news yet. DC said Eng was ok, but Maths was very difficult, skipped quite some questions…

:congrats:
Indeed very fast!
Still waiting.

Any parent or student can advise on DSA process?

Went for Selection Test last Saturday.When will results for Phase 2 be released? Any idea?TIA.

Title: What SG50 means to me


50 years is not a very long time in history but to phantom the progress Singapore has made in just 50 years is indeed amazing.
Having spent all of those 50 years in education either as a student or an educator brings a warm fuzzy feeling to my soul.Just thinking about the progress from simple things like chalk to marker , OHP to visualiser, textbooks to ebooks, reminds me of the other quantum leaps our nation has made economically , infrastructurally , physiologically .What warms me most is the chance to witness how our Little Red Dot has come a long way in such a short time.
As we celebrate SG 50 with fanfare and pomp, I remind myself that we should never take things for granted. Basic elements of Inclusivity spring forth as I reflect on what SG50 means to me-Racial Harmony , Care for the Less Fortunate amongst us, Standing Tall and Proud in times of Success yet Compassionate and Strong in times of Need.Extending neighbourliness within our communities , including others in our aspirations , giving back to a nation that has given us so much.
As Aug 9 draws near , let us think not about what we can gain from Singapore but how we as Singaporeans can give back to the nation. For me in my little small ways , SG50 reminds me to be thankful and to aspire further towards giving back to a country that has given me all that I have known these 50 beautiful years.

anyone with experience in appeal for Cedar?

heard too many appeals received aleeady so still thinking?
is there interview and do they look at tscore only?

Any idea if there is a morning bus to the school?

How is the first day like 22 Dec, need to purchase books etc.?

Anyone with experience with appeal to Cedar?

Do they have an interview? Is it based on Tscore only or holistic achievements and CCA?
My DD is 2 points away from 2014 COP 248…sigh…should I try?

Dd called home to say paper 1 was ok.bboklet b 2 marks questions were tricky,other than that the paper was ok.

Mine said the same.
Keeping fingers crossed