Transcript What is Subject-Based Banding (SBB)?

Primary 4 Meet The
Parents Session:
SUBJECT-BASED
BANDING
16 Sept 2014
What is Subject-Based Banding (SBB)?
• SBB was implemented from 2008
• Every child will be encouraged to do the
subjects at the level that best meets his
abilities
What is Subject-Based Banding (SBB)?
• Introduced as a refinement to the
streaming process to help each child
realize his potential, based on his interests
and strengths.
Why introduce SBB?
• To provide more flexibility to pupils with
different strengths and abilities that vary
across subjects.
• To encourage greater interaction among
pupils with different
strengths.
Why introduce SBB?
“We recognise different abilities... and help
each student to proceed at a pace that he
can manage.”
Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam
Minister for Education
2006
PSLE scores
• 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.
PSLE scores
• The Aggregate Score is the sum of the Tscore in all subjects.
• Each subject carries equal weighting.
• The PSLE score takes into account the
content and demand of each subject.
How does SBB work in MPS?
• Adhere closely to MOE guidelines
• Provide choice and flexibility to pupils
• To ensure that pupils take subjects which BEST
meet their abilities
Selection Criteria
• Based on Merit
Overall performance and performance in
various subjects
• Teacher availability
• Number of pupils being offered
the options
MPS offers these options…
OPTION 1 – 4S1H
If child…
• Passes in all 4 subjects
• Achieves overall 60%
and above
• Performs very well in
Mother Tongue – 80%
and above
4S1H combination
(4 Standard Subjects
+ Higher Mother Tongue)
English Language
Mathematics
Science
Mother Tongue
Higher Mother Tongue
OPTION 2 – 4S
If child…
4S combination
• Passes all 4 subjects
(4 Standard Subjects)
English Language
Mathematics
Science
Mother Tongue
OPTION 3 – 3S1F
If child…
3S1F combination
• Passes in 3 subjects
• Fails in Mother Tongue
(3 Standard Subjects + 1
Foundation Subject)
English Language
Mathematics
Science
Foundation Mother Tongue
OPTION 4 – 3S1F
If child…
3S1F combination
• Passes in 3 subjects
• Fails in Mathematics
(3 Standard Subjects + 1
Foundation Subject)
English Language
Science
Mother Tongue
Foundation Mathematics
OPTION 5 – 4F
If child…
4F combination
• Fails in all subjects
(4 Foundation Subjects)
Foundation English
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Science
Foundation Mother Tongue
OPTION 6 – 3F1S
If child…
3F1S combination
• Fails in 3 subjects
• Passes Mother Tongue
(3 Foundation Subjects + 1
Standard Subject)
Foundation English
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation Science
Mother Tongue
Educational Support
Support
Structured
Remediation
Programme
Enrichment
Programme
Leadership
Programme
Differentiated
Remediation
Programme
Objective
To help students who are in the low
progress group
Time Frame
Mondays
To build interest and higher order skills
in all students in Eng, Maths and Sci
subjects (problem solving, creative
writing, investigative skills)
To build self and peer leadership skills,
personal leadership, discipline and
self-confidence
Wednesdays
To stretch the high progress students
and middle progress students
Term 4 (after
school)
Fri 10 Oct 2014
Fri 31 Oct 2014
Important Dates
P4 SA2 (Main Papers)
Mon 27 Oct 2014 – Thu 30 Oct 2014
Release of SBB Option Forms
and Report Books to parents
Mon 10 Nov 2014
Submission of Option Forms to
Form Teachers
Mon 10 Nov 2014 – Tue 11 Nov 2014
Meeting with Year Head
(if requesting for change of
option)
Tue 11 Nov 2014
6 Tips on Preparing Your Child For Exams
• Be prepared!
Be well versed with the 4 P's - "Preparation
Prevents Poor Performance". The most
effective way of reducing stress brought on
by tests and exams is to be well prepared.
• Plan a home timetable.
Help your child write down the topics they
have to cover. Guide them in allocating
appropriate number of hours for revision.
Source: http://www.wikihow.com/Help-Your-Child-Prepare-for-Exams
6 Tips on Preparing Your Child For Exams
• Practice, Practice, Practice!
Encourage your child to do more practices
on their weaker areas eg. multiplication
tables, whole numbers, fractions, grammar,
etc.
• Have regular breaks.
A short break is a good idea every 60 or 90
minutes. Eg. a brisk walk is a great way to
recharge the batteries.
Source: http://www.wikihow.com/Help-Your-Child-Prepare-for-Exams
6 Tips on Preparing Your Child For Exams
• Eat to improve concentration.
Feed the body and you feed the mind.
Make sure they eat healthily and regularly
and don't let them skip meals. Omega 3 fish
oils are said to be an aid to concentration.
• Rest the mind.
Make sure your child gets a good night’s
sleep. Give them time to wind down if
they’ve been studying in the evening. Let
them watch a bit of TV, have a warm drink
and a read before trying to go to sleep.
Source: http://www.wikihow.com/Help-Your-Child-Prepare-for-Exams