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Welcome to P3 and P4

Parents’ Talk 2014

Geylang Methodist School (Primary)

To develop every pupil into Self-Directed learners,

Compassionate leaders & Responsible and Useful

citizens

School Vision

School Mission : A school of excellence

where pupils and staff grow in wisdom,

stature and in favour with God and Man (Adapted from Luke 2:52)

Self-directed Learner

Disciplined

Responsible for his holistic

development

Exhibits 21st Century Skills

Strives for excellence

Compassionate Leader

Love and Reverence for God

Respect for self and others

Empathy for others

Social and Emotional

(SEL)Competencies

Responsible and Useful Citizen

Appreciate Singapore

Strong sense of civic responsibility

Is informed about local and global affairs

Active in serving the community

GMSP 2015 outcomes

R: Respect

I: Integrity

C: Compassion

H: Honour God , Nation & School

T: Teamwork

P: Passion For Learning

GMSP School Values


Briefing on Primary Four

Subject-based Banding


“We recognise different abilities... and help each

student to proceed at a pace that he can

manage.”

Why introduce Subject-based Banding?

Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam Minister for Education


• To provide more flexibility to pupils with strengths and abilities that vary across subjects

• To encourage greater interaction among pupils with different strengths

Why introduce Subject-based Banding?


Rationale and Intent

• Providing our weaker pupils a differentiated curriculum that would best maximize their potential.

• These pupils may have particular strengths, and we should develop them as much as possible by offering them specific subjects at a higher (standard) level of study.


Retaining Key Tenets of

Ability-Driven Education

• School-based Examination at P4

• P4 Subject Based Banding

• Parental choice at the end of P4

• Final Decision by Schools end of P5


• Every child will be encouraged to do the subjects at the levels that best meet his abilities

• Removal of streams in Primary 5 and 6

What Subject-based Banding means

for your child


Standard vs. Foundation Subject

• Foundation subjects put focus on mastery of core content and skills.

• These are pitched at a lower level as

compared to the corresponding standard subject.


Overall Assessment of Pupils at the end of P4

Examination Weighting

1st Semester SA1 - 40%

2nd Semester Alternative Assessment - 10% SA2 – 50%

Total 100%


P4 Achievement Bands

Band Mark Range Brief Description

1 85 – 100 Is very good in the subject

2 70 – 84 Is good in the subject

3 50 – 69 Has adequate grasp of the subject

4 Below 50 Has not met minimum requirement of the subject


P5 & P6 (Standard) Grading System

Grade Mark Range

Brief Description

A* 91 & above Has very good understanding of the subject

A 75 - 90

Has good understanding of the subject

B 60 - 74

C 50 - 59

D 35 - 49

E 20 - 34

U (Ungraded)

Below 20


P5 & P6 (Foundation) Grading System

Grade Mark Range

Brief Description

1 85 - 100 Is very good at the subject at the foundation level

2 70 - 84 Is good at the subject at the foundation level

3 50 - 69 Has an adequate grasp of the subject at the foundation level

4 30 - 49 Has an elementary grasp of the subject at the foundation level

U (Ungraded)

Below 30 Has not met the requirements at the foundation level for the minimum grade


How does Subject –based Banding work?

• At P4 – Pupil sits for school-based exams

Based on pupil’s results, school

recommends a subject combination.

Parents fill up option form indicating

preferred combination.


Profile of Pupils taking various Subject Combinations

Subject Combination Profile of Pupils

4 Standard Subjects + HMTL

Pupils who are strong in EL, MA, SC & very strong in MTL

4 Standard Subjects Pupils who are strong in EL, MA, SC & MTL.

Generally the majority of the cohort

Combination of Standard Subject(s) and Foundation Subject(s)

Pupils who are weak in certain subject(s) will take the subject(s) at foundation level

4 Foundation Subjects Pupils who are weak in 3 or more subjects


Most Common Subject Combinations

Combinations Offered

Subjects Offered

4S1H English, Mother Tongue Language, Mathematics, Science, Higher Mother Tongue Language

4S English, Mother Tongue Language, Mathematics, Science

1S(MT)3F Mother Tongue Language, Foundation English, Foundation Mathematics, Foundation Science,

4F Foundation English, Foundation Mother Tongue Language, Foundation Mathematics, Foundation Science


How does Subject-based Banding work?

( 4S)


English Language • Revisions to PSLE English exam format from

2015

• The changes in the PSLE English Language

examination syllabuses are aligned with the teaching syllabus

• Rationale: to equip our pupils with the skills they need for life and work in the 21st century

• Teachers have implemented the teaching and

examination syllabuses in the curriculum


• 2014 new Science Syllabus only for P3

• P4 will continue with the 2008 Science

Syllabus

• No changes to exam format

Science

2014 2015 2016 2017

2014 New Science Syllabus

P3 P4 P5 P6 (PSLE)

2007 Science Syllabus P4 P5 P6 (PSLE)


• Changes in content (2014 Sc Syllabus)

Science


Bonus points for taking Higher Mother Tongue Language

• ONLY applicable if your child is going to a

SAP secondary school.

• Distinction – 3 points

• Merit – 2 points

• Pass – 1 point



recommends

offered by school



( 4S + HMT)



( 4S)



(4F)

( 3S+ 1F)

( 2S+ 2F)

(1S+ 3F)



at P6




How will PSLE scores be calculated?

• The PSLE scoring system remains unchanged

• The raw mark for each subject is converted to a

transformed score (T-score)

– The T-score reflects the pupils’ standing relative to

other pupils on a common scale

• The Aggregate Score is the sum of the T-score in all

subjects

– Each subject carries equal weighting


How will PSLE scores be calculated?

The PSLE score takes into account the

• content and demand of each subject

( Standard or Foundation level )

• number of subjects taken

Taking subjects at the foundational

level will lead to lower aggregate score


What Parents Need to Know

• Scores in Foundation subjects would be lower

compared to Standard subjects as the PSLE score

will take into account the difference in content and

demand of any foundation subject(s) taken.

• Based on performance at PSLE, pupils taking

4 Standard subjects may be posted to: Express ,

Normal Academic, Normal Technical.

• Pupils offering at least 2 Foundation subjects

will most likely be channelled to Normal

Academic stream in secondary school.


What Parents Need to Know

• Pupils taking 3 Foundation subjects and 1

Standard subject could qualify for

Normal Academic course if they do very well.

• Pupils taking Foundation and Standard

subjects could be in the same class.


Repeating P6 after failing PSLE

• Pupils need not take all subjects at Foundation level

• Pupils can take some subject combination on a different one based on results.


Selection Criteria

• Based on P4 mid -year and end- of -the year examination data


Subject Combinations

• Standard level for EL & Maths for most pupils except for pupils doing 4 Foundation subjects

4S + HMT

4S( EL, Math, Sc, MT)

3S( EL, Math, Sc) + 1F( MT)

3S( EL, Math, MT) + 1F( Sc)

1S( MT) + 3F( EL, Math, Sc)

4F( EL, Math, Sc, MT)


Pupil Placement Issues

• Current policies will apply for ad hoc transfers and admissions

• Subject combination a pupil takes at

receiving school will be determined jointly by school and parents


Parental Option

• When exercising your option WITH your

child, please opt wisely…

• For a subject combination that matches your child’s

capability,

NOT

• What your other children were capable of

• What you want of your child

• Where your child’s preferences are


Parental Option

Opt for the course and not the class as

the school decides on your child’s class

based on their results and not the

course.

Submit your option form on time


P4 Initiative

P.R.A.I.S.E@SAM is a collaboration between GMSP and the Singapore Art Museum (SAM). It is an interdisciplinary programme that integrates Art and Crafts, Social Studies and English together with Museum appreciation skills. P.R.A.I.S.E stands for Praise, Reflect, Appreciate, Integrate, Seek (Knowledge) and E3 (Explore, Experience & Excite) @ SAM. Pupils will deliver their thoughts, findings and artistic abilities though their Batik Painting and presentation.

mailto:P.R.A.I.S.E@SAM


P4 Initiative

This programme consists of three modules: Module 1: Museum Visits Three visits to the Singapore Art Museum Module 2: Learning Journey to Fort Canning Module 3: Walter and I Six sessions of a Batik Exploration Workshop: Walter & I Module 4:Oracy & Presentation P.R.A.I.S.E@SAM aims to guide and mould our pupils to be self-directed and inquisitive learners who are rooted in Singapore.

mailto:P.R.A.I.S.E@SAM


P4 Supporting Programmes

Programmes Term

High Ability Programme - Maths Olympiad ,debating , E2K Science ) EL , Maths Remediation & Sci Mass Leadership camp Praise@SAM SwimSafer P4 Camp

Term 1 Term 1 Term 1 - 3 Term 1 and on-going Term 1

Learning Journey to Jacob Ballas Term 2

Enrichment programmes Remedial classes Calculator workshop Road Safety park

June Holidays June Holidays 1st wk Term 4 Term 4


P3 Supporting Programmes

Programmes Term

P3 Camp EL and Maths Remediation Mass leadership workshop Learning Journey to the zoo IPAD for teaching and learning

Term 1 Term 1 Term 1 Term 1 Term 1 and on-going

Learning Journey to the HDB

Term 2

Enrichment programmes Remedial classes Healthzone

June Holidays June Holidays Week 1 Term 4


P3 and P4 Meet -The -Parent Session

After SA1 Examination

(Details of SA1 schedule will be in Term 2 memo.)

Term 2 Week 10

Date : Thursday 29 May 2014

(In this session , parents will get to meet form teachers

on an individual basis. It will be E-learning day for

pupils.)

Objectives

•Inculcate values and build social and emotional competencies in

pupils.

•Develop them into good individuals and useful citizens in a fast

changing and globalised world.

•Help pupils understand the values that define the Singapore

society.

•Allow pupils to show concern about the world they live in, and

demonstrate empathy in their relationships with others.

Character and Citizenship In GMSP

B) Co- Curriculum -

1) Student Leadership Programme

2) CCAs, PAL

3) PE, HE, Art and Music Programmes

3) Commemoration of NE Core Events

4) Environment Education Programme

5) Values in Action Programme ( CIP )

6) Assembly Talks

7) Learning Journeys, Heritage Tours and

Overseas Trips

8) Conversational Malay/ Chinese

9) Programme for International Students

10) Special Needs and other Support

Programme


CCA@GMSP Holistic Education Experience

• Nurture interest

• Develop talent

• Cultivate zest for life

• Strengthen friendship

• Build character

A platform for

Direct School Admission (DSA)

CCA Programme

Sports and

Games

Performing

Arts

Clubs and

Societies

Uniform

Groups

Athletics

Badminton

Basketball

Netball

Skipping

Soccer

Angklung

Choir

CLDS

Cultural Dance

ELDS

Guzheng

Handbells

Art Club

Chinese

Calligraphy/

Brush Painting

Environment

Club

Library

Media Club

Boys' Brigade

Girls' Brigade

P3 to P6 pupils are to take up one CCA.

Highlights in P4 Education Experience

• 2D1N Adventure Camp (15 & 16 Mar)

- build resilience and character through

outdoor activities

• Swimsafer Programme (Feb – Apr, Jul – Sep)

- acquire basic swim skills


a)Role model good Values and Citizenship

b)Share good stories with children

at home-

Examples:

Use of newspaper articles,

story books, movies & everyday experiences

c) Show interest in your child’s life-

Examples-

Studies, CCAs, Social life, Physical Health

Encourage & Build good habits in your child

in words, thoughts and actions always !

SUPPORT From PARENTS

Every Student, an Engaged Learner

Every School, a Good School

Every Teacher, a Caring Educator

Every Parent, a Supportive Partner

Communications

Pupil’s Handbook

Email : [email protected]

Teachers’email : Pupil’s Handbook

Letters from school

Termly memos

Semestral Newsletters

School website: http://www.geylangmethodistpri.moe.edu.sg/

Telephone : 67486746 (O)

Use of SNAC

mailto:[email protected]

‘ Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old ,

he will not turn from it ’ Proverbs 22:6


Thank you and let’s unite to

ETCH A Legacy…

Your Child,

Our Pupil,

Our Future Citizen….

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