SJKC Lick Hung Parents' Q&A Support Group

[rachel sj]

I share your view, Sagamihara.

Just that from employers' point of view, when i interview staff i do look at, at least, their SPM results, which is also quite commonly required by HR of most companies.

As such, I tend to go with # 3 considering the standard/level of english in government secondary schools might not (fully) keep up with that of O level. English is still the most commonly medium used in commercial/coprorates transactions in Malaysia (private sectors).

[Rhiga]

I share your view, Sagamihara.

Just that from employers' point of view, when i interview staff i do look at, at least, their SPM results, which is also quite commonly required by HR of most companies.

As such, I tend to go with # 3 considering the standard/level of english in government secondary schools might not (fully) keep up with that of O level. English is still the most commonly medium used in commercial/coprorates transactions in Malaysia (private sectors).

rachel sj,

I said option #4 is better because:

a. Cost : Cheaper to study in government school compares to Chinese independent school, private school and international school.

b. Syllabus: SPM is O level and STPM is A level, the main difference between SPM/STPM and O level/A level is the medium of language used in the exam. IF the student can grab the zest of the SPM/STPM syllabus AND his English command is good, then he should be able to score similar good results in O and A level which are widely accepted for overseas varsity entry qualification.

The disadvantage for option #4 is (my opinion) - the students are less exposed in government school and will lose out in the non-academic aspects when come to competition for places in top varsities..

Well, if money is no issue, send the kid to a good private/international school. Academic excellence is not difficult and nowadays is not a rare commodity. To be a hot asset for top varsities and corporations, academically good, mature attributes and good exposures are pre-requisites.

I also interviewed degree holders and I normally ask HR to request a full history of candidate's academic performance, from SPM / O level and every semester exam slips of the candidate. This helps to give a more accurate picture of the academic consistency of the candidate whether he/she enrolled into university by hard work, by Papa money or by lucky draw !!

It requires a set of positive attitudes to consistently demonstrate good academic performance..

Cheers

[Mommy]

Good Luck Kids

[rachel sj]

Well, if money is no issue, send the kid to a good private/international school. Academic excellence is not difficult and nowadays is not a rare commodity. To be a hot asset for top varsities and corporations, academically good, mature attributes and good exposures are pre-requisites.

I also interviewed degree holders and I normally ask HR to request a full history of candidate's academic performance, from SPM / O level and every semester exam slips of the candidate. This helps to give a more accurate picture of the academic consistency of the candidate whether he/she enrolled into university by hard work, by Papa money or by lucky draw !!

It requires a set of positive attitudes to consistently demonstrate good academic performance..

Cheers

Yup agreed! However 1 thing unsure from paying high bills of private institutions is whether the kids might think they are of the elite groups and hence, not able to mix well with ppl from different backgrounds.

I had once a brilliant young girl working in my team, good family backgrounds, went to international schools from young to overseas for uni but couldnt get along with other team members....she felt she's of better (social status & educational background) so couldnt sang same tune with her colleagues....

[jan tomaswaki]

heard the the new school in usj3a "fairview" fees are from RM8000 and for every semester naik RM500 is it true?

[rachel sj]

wow...that's expensive. I dont know the fees for sure but my daughter's piano teacher told me Fairview at subang jaya charges about Rm2k per month, that makes it about RM24k in a year !

[Rhiga]

I have done a little survey 2 years ago...

Roughly, you need to prepare 20-30k per year for primary private/international school and 40-60k per year for secondary..

I would say for primary school, SRJKC is the best option for the reasons I mentioned before in this thread.

For secondary.. it is a tough choice.

But, if really decide for private school, go for a good one regardless of the fee.. no point chose private school just for the sake of going to private school.

Cheers

[LMei]

heard the the new school in usj3a "fairview" fees are from RM8000 and for every semester naik RM500 is it true?

Fairview is not just a private school but international school. That's why the fees are expensive.

[jan tomaswaki]

Fairview is not just a private school but international school. That's why the fees are expensive.

sorry to mention that also,it teaches Aussie,Englland and America syllabus.BTW is it true that fees increase every 4 months?Looks like Subang Jaya parents are very filthy rich

[elea1]

Thanks CM. I'm still new to the community. Really appreciate the advice. Will try to get the text book of std 1 and try out. Problem is I myself also half pail water when comes to BM. :-)
I heard maths also tough at LH? Std 1 is studying Std 2's level? Everybody open their eyes and mouth wide big after hearing that my son is going to LH next year. That scary?

Wonder what happen to concept... I go to school to learn!!!???.. Now the concept is.. must finish STD 1 syllabus BEFORE entering Std 1.. and in Std 1... have to do Std 2 to be ready for STd 2. Go school just for exams?....

[lily2009]

Anyway, KSSR is easier than KBSR. If you follow the government's standard, you will be in the last group. That's the only reason why we need to learn more than what the government required.

[currymee]

I still remember the time (70s and 80s) when private and international schools WERE REGARDED as schools for rich kids who flunked their normal exams and studies in normal school, cannot make the grade but daddy is loaded, so .... sigh ... how times have changed for the Malaysian education system for the worse !!

[lily2009]

I still remember the time (70s and 80s) when private and international schools WERE REGARDED as schools for rich kids who flunked their normal exams and studies in normal school, cannot make the grade but daddy is loaded, so .... sigh ... how times have changed for the Malaysian education system for the worse !!

because of politics, politicians care for their votes. It would be better for them if the voters are poor educated.

[evelynlim]

My neighbour send his son to a private school after studied in SJK for 5 years in USJ1.It's monthly school fees is about RM400+,they follow US syllabus,more on goals setting & bible studies is compulsory. Tuition fees also about this price already,I'm thinking of going to this school & check it out.

[ctb]

I still remember the time (70s and 80s) when private and international schools WERE REGARDED as schools for rich kids who flunked their normal exams and studies in normal school, cannot make the grade but daddy is loaded, so .... sigh ... how times have changed for the Malaysian education system for the worse !!

Has anyone notice that the private schools are grooming like mushroom these two years especially in subang jaya? There are Ace Adventure, Kingsley and...The advantages that I heard are they complete secondary level in 4years and the medium of instructions is in English. BM and BC are using Singapore syllabus, so will be easier. Save time and money as we don't have to send for extra tuition. My daughter's friend transfer to Kingsley in September and he is place in standard 4 based on his ability whereas my daughter still in standard 2.