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Minor Issues: Why I didn’t send my daughters to my brand-name primary school
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Factors to consider when choosing a primary school include distance, culture and co-curricular activities.
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- The author chose schools near home for her children, prioritising their well-being and free time over the prestige of her alma mater, a "brand-name girls' school".
- Some parents prioritise a school's reputation for networking and affiliated secondary school access, with some using false addresses to gain entry, resulting in legal charges.
- Factors like distance, school culture, CCAs, special needs support and a child's strengths should be considered when picking a school.
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SINGAPORE – Some friends are surprised that I chose not to send my daughters to my alma mater, a brand-name girls’ school that has an affiliated secondary school offering the integrated programme.
“There are parents moving house just to get their girls in. Why didn’t you send them there?” asked one.
