It was the moment of truth we all have been waiting for:the Release of your child's PSLE results.
That results which will determine the next 4-6 years of your child's life.The night before 26/11 was tough one for you to sleep well. How much will he/she get?What if he/she didn't do well?Which secondary school is the most suitable for your child?Hundreds of question clouded your mind while you are trying to get some rest.
The next day when you entered the sch hall,tension came upon every single person.The principal started of with her speech.Followed by the recognition of the top 10 students in the PSLE. While calling the names,you were hoping that your child would be up there.To your dismay, your child wasn't among the top 10. Next your upon receiving his/her results,he/she showed it to you with face down not daring to look at you.Your child scored below 230.Which sch can he/she go?Soon, your phone begin to ring and relatives call to ask about your child's results.You did not know how to answer to them and rejected their calls.You are disappointed,worried,heart broken,embarrassed. You do not know what to do.
The next few days calls still keep coming in with tuition teachers,relatives,friends asking about your child's result.You have "no face" to speak to them. Even your child stays at home and don't dare to be out,to avoid people asking them about their results.
You do not have any mood to carry out your activities,let alone work.You keep worrying about choosing the right school for your child.Being a parent of three kids, i have been through this experience twice when my two older sons are in P6.I could understand exactly how you feel.
How to choose a secondary school?
1.If you do not have a school in mind that is suitable with your score ,start with choosing the school with a decent avg L1B5 "o" level banding.It is equivalent to the average score the the sch students have at the end of their 4 yrs education.This will give you a good gage at what the school can offer for your child's secondary sch academics.
2.Next you might want to consider looking into the discipline of the school. So that you will not end up letting your child enter a sch with bad company.
3.Thirdly take into consideration your child's interest and talents.Aft that see if there's any enrichment programs and CCAs that will develop their potential.This would allow your child to enjoy the next 4 yrs of education with meaningful and educational programs.
4.Fourly distance play a factor.
Most importantly, discuss with your child the choices of the schools for it is them who will be entering secondary school.Give them more freedom in having important choices in life.
I wish your children an enjoyable and meaningful secondary school life .
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