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The teachers are very passionate in Waterway Primary School. My son got involved in roles such as presentation, flag raising and other duties that help him to be more responsible. He is also more confident now and can express himself better. His Form Teacher, Mdm Wun, will also write notes of encouragement to the students. She also gives prompt responses to my questions. The school also sends out notifications through the SNAC smartphone application to keep parents updated. Overall, I am happy with the school and am glad that my son can learn and study here.

~Mrs Daphne Pok, mother of Lukas Pok (2B, 2017)

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Though Waterway Primary was not my first choice of school for Jaden, I am glad God has an even better plan for him. He enjoys going to school every day and will fill me in with little details on what he did in school.

I am especially fond of the Good Morning School Programme where teachers share on current affairs and conduct quizzes. The children get to learn and gain extra knowledge, and because of the introduction of the Football Programme, Jaden gets to participate in a healthy activity weekly. He really looks forward to it every Saturday.

As a parent, I will be anxious to know how he is doing in school. For this, I really appreciate Mrs Yap for keeping me updated and always going the extra mile. Thanks to Mrs Lee too, Jaden found his love for Maths.

All in all, I know my son is in good hands and I do not have to worry. Thumbs up to all staff in Waterway Primary.

~Mrs Tan, mother of Jaden Tan (2E, 2017)

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When it comes to selecting a primary school for our children, it is truly a big headache for all parents. To enter the ‘more established’ schools in Punggol was quite impossible for my 1st child in Phase 2C. We were left with the options of 3 brand new schools which were still under construction. It was a very difficult decision at that time as we wanted the best for our children but there was neither any review nor feedback about these new schools. After many sleepless nights and much consideration, we decided to go ahead to enrol with Waterway Primary. We have had no regrets since my girl’s first day of school.

The school offers unique programmes, such as Orators@Waterway (previously known as Toastmasters@Waterway), Mass Walk, Pre-assembly Activities and Fruit Break which target at a more holistic growth of our children. My girl did not like the Toastmasters programme initially as she felt shy standing and speaking in front of a group of people. However, under the encouragement of her teachers, she has become more confident and is slowly overcoming the fear of speaking in public. Being in the pioneer batch of a new school, my shy girl was lucky to have been given several opportunities to perform in various school events in her first year. These further helped to boost her confidence and independence which I am proud of.

The school is always open to parents’ comments and feedbacks and would not hesitate to change for the benefit of the students. It is a relief to know that your feedback, no matter how small, is being valued and taken in.

We are blessed that the school has a very nurturing environment with her pool of dedicated and committed teachers. They would readily give encouragement and praises to the students. “Develop interests; develop passion” – this is the message I have been receiving from the teachers.

My girl is fortunate to have a very encouraging and committed teacher. She fully understands the parents’ anxiety (especially during the first few days of P1) and is always ready to answer the parents’ queries. She will always keep the parents updated via Whatsapp and ClassDojo, and has even started a beautiful class blog recently to share everything that is happening in class. It is really enjoyable to receive the updates and to know what your child has been doing in class.

My younger son, who is currently in the second batch, had problems adjusting to school for the first 2 weeks. When I shared the issue with his teacher, she helped to address the issues and assisted my son to settle in. It is assuring to see that he is now looking forward to school and becoming more confident with his learning.

Given time and under the guidance of the dedicated team of Mrs Wee, my husband and I believe that our children will grow confidently to be "The Gracious Citizen and the Lifelong Learner".

~ Ms Jessica Siow, mother of Zoelle Tan (2E, 2017) and Ethan Tan (1H, 2017)

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Dear 1H teachers, Knowledge Park Student Care and all,

I just wanted to thank you all for doing such a great job in the past one week for helping Jayden to settle down.

I see some of you talking to the students, holding their hands, directing them, and even the security uncle giving us a little time to say our goodbyes as we dropped them off. I met Mr Tan and Ms Sandy, who assured me (instead of chasing me off).

Jayden doesn't tell me a lot about school, except happily that teachers do not want him to bring Banana books (the "B" books) but only the Apples (the “A” books) -- thanks for making class so lively! I can tell he loves school as he looks forward to going to school. It's a result of your combined efforts. Thank you!

~Parents of Jayden Teo (1H, 2017)

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I am parent of Lucas Chan of Class 1C and also a parent volunteer for Mass PE. Every Friday, I will assist the teacher to bring the kids out to the Waterway Park for a short morning walk. I feel that this morning exercise is very good for the students as they can relax and appreciate the nature before starting their first lesson in the class.

Also, I realised that the teachers are in school before Assembly to guide some of the students who need more attention in certain subjects. I would like to compliment them for their hard work and dedication.

I am happy that I have made the right choice for my son to be in Waterway Primary School.

~Candice Ang, mother of Lucas Chan (1C, 2017)

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I have penned down some thoughts on how Renase feels about the school, as well as my views on her teachers and the school’s programmes.

I want to say that I have seen Renase's spoken Mandarin improve quite a lot, so I can only think that the curriculum and Mr Seah's teaching have contributed to this. Please convey my thanks to him.

It has been 3 months since my daughter Renase started her primary school journey at Waterway Primary School. I am glad that she's enjoying school every day because she truly feels the care and dedication from her teachers, Mdm Sayidah and Mr Seah. My sincere thanks to the both of them for making the transition to Primary 1 a smooth one for Renase, and for making learning fun and interesting for class 1E.

As a parent volunteer for the school's Mass Walk programme, I can see how the children benefit from it. Not only do the children get to enjoy the fresh air along the Punggol Waterway, they also get an early exposure to science and nature. The teachers and kids would take 'pit stops' to talk about interesting nature sightings, such as bees extracting nectar from the flowers or being introduced to different types of plants and how they reproduce. The kids are also taught safety rules since the Punggol Waterway is a popular cycling route. Such experiential learning is a great way to complement classroom teaching, so keep it up!

~Grace, mother of Renase Foo (1E, 2017)

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First of all, I would like to thank all the teachers and staff in Waterway Primary School who have helped my child to grow up with great aspiration. Waterway Primary School plays an important role in developing my child's character and building a strong foundation in his education as well. Personally, I have witnessed a lot of changes in my child after he started going to Waterway Primary School.

The teachers in Waterway Primary School are very supportive in not only the students’ education but also their wholesome development. As a parent, I am glad that he is admitted into the right school to pursue his dreams. Thank you.

~Lakshmi Priya, parent of Vadakatha Rajaram Roshan (2A, 2017)

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Sincere thanks to Ms Ivy Yeo and all other teachers who had nurtured, guided and being ever so patient with Kyle. Kyle had a wonderful and enriching one year in Waterway Primary School. He particularly enjoys ICT lessons and Orators lessons.

We have seen Kyle grow and mature over the past one year. We must give credit to all his loving teachers who had taught him, especially Ms Yeo. Thank you.

~Mdm Chew Kim Kee, mother of Kyle Tan (2C, 2017)

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榜鹅的小学入学竞争实在很激烈，我们没有名校的迷思，直接选择了2016年才开办的河道小学来就读，考量的就是新学校有新气象，学生人数少老师能更关切到每个孩子的需求给予协助。很幸运的，这半年我的孩子遇到的老师都很用心，让我们做家长的很放心。

去年我们参加了榜鹅其他邻里小学的开放日，看到三年级的孩子亲自为我们介绍学校的环境，当时很惊艳于九岁孩子的表现，今年在学校老师的教导下，我的孩子（P1）和其他的同学们也同样能站在人群前为参观学校开放日的家长介绍学校的设施，表现完全不输哥哥姐姐们，我的心里真的很感动！谢谢老师们全心的付出，点滴在心里。

~ Mdm Lo Pin Ju, mother of Liang Wei Yu (1B, 2016)

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I was quite concerned when I first enrolled my granddaughter, Arisa, with Waterway Primary School. Although the facilities are new and well provided for, I could not help but wonder about the teaching system as we understand how important it is for children to be able to learn in a healthy and happy environment.

To better understand this school, I decided to enrol as a parent volunteer and was assigned to help out in their Mass Walk programme. Once a week, the school would arrange a few classes to have an educational stroll at the Waterway Park. My role is to assist the teachers in making sure that all the children are following the group, as well as to ensure their safety.

Through my observation, I found that the interaction between the teachers and the children is excellent! The children, bursting with curiosity, ask questions about the surrounding nature while the teachers patiently answer questions and link what they see outdoors to their classroom teaching. Although this walk only lasts for 30 minutes each time, I feel that the impact on these children is extremely positive. The children are more energetic after the short walk, and the bonding between the teachers and the students is enhanced. I could see that the students were not shy to speak up or ask questions.

I have been on this programme since February this year, and today, I have no worries entrusting Arisa to the school. On top of that, I am always looking forward to the next outing.

Would I recommend others to enrol their children at Waterway Primary? Absolutely!

~ Mdm Mandy Lim, grandmother of Arisa Yap (1A, 2016)

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致辛苦工作的河道小学的全体老师:

你们好，我们是Raymond Chen(陈培霖）的父母。在此我要特别感谢你们在这超过半年的时间里对小孩子们的奉献以及关爱，让每个孩子都有长足的进步。这让我们家长感到无比欣慰。 从今年年初开始，步入了小学的课堂，培霖开始了人生新的阶段。在面对新的环境，对孩子对我们家长，都是一个改变。我们也很担心，孩子能不能适应新的环境。不过一切都很好，孩子顺利融入新的环境，交了很多新的朋友，学了很多新的知识。在这段时间，更多学会了做人的道理和品德知识，也开始为家里分担家务，我们倍感欣慰。做为父母，我们也深知这里面，做为老师，你们付出了很多。 再一次对你们说一声，谢谢。

~ Li Yechao & Chen Liyan, parents of Raymond Chen (1C, 2016)

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Dear Class 1G teachers,

We feel very thankful that Waterway Primary School gave our son (Leoh Zi Qian, Isaac) a great learning environment. A school is not only a place to study and to earn knowledge. Waterway Primary School has gone beyond that to create a gracious citizen for our homeland.

As a parent volunteer to the school, I can see teachers put in extra effort to help students who need extra guidance. It is a good value to show to the children -- lend a helping hand to those in need.

Ms Chua & Ms Shaheeda constantly provide us with feedback on our son’s behaviour and performance. This assures us that the kid progresses with right values.

Hence, we want to thank you and Waterway Primary School once again for your patience and in providing our son a good & safe learning environment.

~Mr Albert Leoh, father of Isaac Leoh (1G, 2017)

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We have 2 children attending Waterway Primary School and I have to say it was the best decision I could make for them.

Our daughter, Sarah Qistina (Class 2E), has truly blossomed over the past one year academically and socially. She is always eager to go to school and has a wonderful relationship with her teachers. The teachers make themselves very accessible and very supportive. She has become a confident, independent, and respectful little lady who loves to learn. She is excited to come home each day and share all she has learned and accomplished.

Our son, Muhd Aniq (Class 1H), has improved on his social skills. He is more assertive. He used to be shy and reserved, but not anymore. I am so happy to see the positive changes in him. He has been given homework and will do it on his own. He is very independent and enthusiastic in learning, especially his Spelling and Math.

Waterway Primary School provides a safe, loving and secure environment. The entire staff is dedicated to guiding each child in discovering and maximising their strengths while encouraging them to tackle new tasks/learning experiences they may not be familiar with. It is also a place our children love and look forward to going to each day, learning new things. Thank you so much.

~ Mr and Mrs Ridhwan, parents of Sarah Qistina (2E, 2017) & Muhd Aniq (1H, 2017)

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Initially, I chose Waterway Primary School because the location is near to my mum's residence.

My initial experience with the school was amazing. During the opening of the school, the Principal and Vice Principal were standing near the school entrance as well as the porch welcoming the students and parents.

I must say the school has teachers with vast teaching experiences and they guided my daughter well. Now she can do her homework independently without much supervision or reminder.

I would like to thank Mrs Tan and the rest of the subject teachers who have been patient and provided guidance to Zi Lin on her academic progression.

I would also like to salute our unsung heroes, the school’s Operation and Admin Managers, as well as the security officers who are at the school gates to ensure the smooth operation, traffic movement and safety of the students and parents.

Thank you!!

~Mr Loh Jun Jia, father of Loh Zi Lin (2D, 2017)

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I am glad that I have chosen Waterway Primary School for my daughter, who has settled in well and is greatly enjoying every aspect of her school life. She has made many new friends and loves to talk about her days in school. My child has grown, learnt and become more confident with learning.

The school has got an excellent, friendly and great atmosphere. Teachers and staff are professional, caring, patient and most importantly approachable and have a willing attitude to do their best in terms of providing an all-rounded education.

I love the fact that the school includes parents in various activities. I’m among the Parent Volunteers and I take part in the Reading Programme for children. It gives me great satisfaction to see the improvement that the children have made and that they look forward to each of our reading sessions. It is rewarding to be part of such a positive and proactive school community that values diversity and is so genuine about parent involvement in the school.

I like that the school believes that “learning must be fun and meaningful”. With unique programmes like Toastmasters@Waterway, as well as the Programme for Active Learning (PAL) and Character & Leadership development programme, Waterway Primary instills a holistic approach to education.

I have no hesitation in recommending Waterway Primary School to any parent or guardian considering to enrol their children here. Two thumbs up to the Principal, teachers and staff of Waterway Primary School!

~ Mr Wee Chong Hoe, father of Wee Shao Lew (1E, 2016)

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A huge transition from K2 to Primary 1 took a huge toll on our child, Aaron Ngoh. Three quarters of bad tantrum, misbehaviour, not listening to simple instructions and disrupting lessons after lessons. As parents, we will never give up on our child, listening to his grievances, guiding him and encouraging him along the way. We wondered, truthfully, whether the school would do the same.

As the year passed, our concerns were dissolved and we would like to thank the school, especially Mdm Tan, our child's form teacher, for the impeccable patience in dealing with Aaron. She would go to great lengths in communicating with us through calls and WhatsApp to update us on Aaron's daily conduct in school. She would also advise us to meet up with the school counsellors to better understand Aaron's psychological needs through this period.

The school truly upholds their mission "to provide a vibrant environment that nurtures young minds and builds upright character" and we can see that in our child on a daily basis. Character over academics is a rare breed in Singapore and we are glad to have chosen Waterway Primary.

Once again, kudos to all at Waterway Primary. We look forward to graduating with you and raising a lifelong learner and gracious citizen.

~Mr Norfery Ngoh, father of Aaron Ngoh (1C, 2017)

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Dear Teachers,

Thank you for teaching our child, Lucius. We are happy that our boy is enrolled in Waterway Primary School and we see positive developments in him. He looks forward to school every day and enjoys the school curriculum. He shares what he learnt in school with us daily.

Robotics, ICT, FTGP, Mathematics, Chinese, Art, PE, English and so much more. The teaching and admin staff in school should be proud of their achievements. Once again, thank you for creating a fun and safe environment for all our children to learn and explore their interests.

~Mr Randy Neo & Ms Phyllis Koh, parents of 1E Lucius Neo (1E, 2017)

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We would like to express our gratitude for all the care shown to our child, Yuan Weiqi (Ryan). Throughout this 10 months of school, Ryan has learnt a lot and picked up many skills. With the company of friends and guidance from teachers, he has become more sensible and his self-awareness has increased. We are extremely proud of Ryan and thankful for the teachers.

We would especially like to thank Mr Seah and Mdm Sayidah as his English has improved significantly due to their patient teaching.

Last but not least, we would like to thank Mdm Sayidah for her meticulous care towards the students and parents by creating a WhatsApp chat group involving the parents. This WhatsApp chat group has allowed parents to better understand their kids' daily life in school and allowed parents to be able to communicate better with the teachers as well as the other parents.

~Mr Rickson Ong, father of Yuan Weiqi (1E, 2017)

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Melvin was born in Vietnam and started learning Mandarin and English in K2. When Melvin started schooling in Waterway Primary School, he was most fortunate to have Mrs Yap and other teachers who were dedicated, supportive, caring and approachable in helping him to overcome many challenges in his studies. Melvin is very happy with his learning process and activities in school, and will always strive to do his best as a proud student of Waterway Primary.

With many thanks and much appreciation to all teachers who have helped Melvin!

~Willy Sim, father of Melvin Sim (2E, 2017)

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We definitely do not regret enrolling Raphael into Waterway Primary School. As a new school, the facilities are very well-built for learning. The teachers and other staff are friendly and dedicated. Information and updates are promptly communicated to parents. Queries from parents are also addressed promptly. The school values learning and the use of ICT. The e-learning platforms are fun and allow parents to keep track of their children’s learning.

Overall, there is a fine structure in place for the students’ learning and we look forward to the holistic development of our children.

~Mr Wong Ping Fang, father of Raphael Wong (1A, 2017)

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Our daughter has started her Primary 1 journey with Waterway Primary School. My wife and I are working professionals with many commitments. As such, we are very concerned about her progress in school. We are thankful for the consistent updates on the school website and YouTube videos as we are able to see and view our child’s progress. We are also able to share these moments with our family members and friends.

We believe Waterway Primary School will achieve even more in the years to come.

~ Mr Yeo Alywin, father of Ashleigh Yeo Zi Yin (1D, 2017)

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It is heartening to see Josh enjoying learning in school and coming home daily with a big smile on his face!

Many thanks to teachers and friends for adding so much fun to his P1 learning journey!

~Mrs Gin Tan, mother of Josh Tan (1B, 2017)

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The school website makes us feel connected! We are able to know what's happening in school via the constant update of photos and videos published on the school website. It's always a joy to be able to participate in the events virtually.

Waterway Primary School is definitely the right place for children to learn and grow. Thank you, teachers, for believing in Jerald. He has matured tremendously under all your guidance. He is also upholding the school values every day and guiding his younger sister along. Seeing his improvement makes me a proud parent.

I still remember him telling me he felt demoralised at the beginning of 2017 Term 1 as he could not catch up with his peers in Chinese lessons. However, Mr Seah's encouragement boosted his confidence once again. He is now more confident with his Chinese.

~Mrs Iris Tan, mother of Jerald Tan (2B, 2017)

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We are incredibly blessed to have our daughters attending Waterway Primary School. As soon as you enter Waterway Primary School each day, you are greeted by such friendly, engaging and nurturing educators. They take the time to know each child and their families so that everyone – the children and the parents – is comfortable! Waterway Primary School helps students adapt to a different learning and requirement system, always ready to help the child overcome the hardships of the learning process as well as create conditions that help improve oneself, enabling students to participate not only in school, but also in other projects.

Through the staff’s guidance and structured activities, we have watched our children’s confidence grow and important social skills that they will need in particular developed, as they progress through schooling life.

Children are treated, without exception, with kindness and respect. Each child is made to feel so valued and important. As a parent, I have always found the lines of communication between the staff at Waterway Primary School and myself open at all times.

We cannot thank the staff enough for the wonderful experience they have provided for our children.

~Mrs Janesse Yeong, mother of Yeong Zhing Wen (2D, 2017) & Yeong Zhing En (1A, 2017)

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Why do we love Waterway Primary School?

Daddy & Mummy say:

School spirit and vibrant environment.

The classrooms are bright and spacious, with lots of natural light.

Great Teachers – motivated, committed, friendly and professional team.

Fun school activities for the students. Learning in school becomes interesting and enjoyable.

Kenzo says:

I like this school because my teachers are very kind to me.

My school has a big playground and soccer field and I like to play with my friends there.

The lessons are very interesting and I have lots of fun learning about new things every day.

One of my favourite places in school is the school library.

~Dewi, mother of Kenzo Chai (1F, 2017)

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The journey in the first year has been truly enjoyable for us. The twins started primary school! I chose Waterway Primary School because I wanted the kids to pick up more than just academic skills. The school did portray such an impression and I am glad what we have hoped for from the school was within our expectations. We clearly noticed an increase in confidence in the twins. They have become clearer in their verbal expressions and love time spent with their schoolmates.

We are also glad that the school is not giving excessive pressure to the kids to perform well academically. Let each child grow at their own pace, with a trusty shepherd. Thank you!

~Kareen, mother of Aasha Fan (1B, 2017) and Kiran Fan (1E, 2017)

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Joining a new school in the middle of an academic year can be a taunting experience for a child. As parents, we were also apprehensive in the beginning. But soon after our daughter joined Primary 2 in Waterway Primary School, our anxiety was proven wrong. With the help of kind, understanding and efficient teachers in this school, she managed to cope with the new curriculum and environment quickly. Activities conducted in the school are interesting and stimulating and every single detail is aptly communicated.

We are grateful to the staff of this school, especially my daughter's form teacher, Mrs Yap, who is simply exceptional!

Nipu & Anima, parents of Vaiga (2E, 2017)

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Thank you for your guidance and love throughout my son, Mascolo’s P1 learning journey. The teachers have been careful and thoughtful, moulding him to become a better person not only in terms of studies, but his personality as well. Thank you and keep it up!

~Parent of Mascolo Hii (1B, 2017)

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Dear Mrs Han,

It is indeed an amazing journey for Myka, seeing how she embraced being a P1 pupil. I can see that she is now more confident and I think I need to credit that to when you appointed her as a group leader. I would also like to thank you for always responding quickly to my emails or calls concerning Myka, especially during the first few weeks of the new school term.

~Parent of Myka (1B, 2017)

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Ryne has been enjoying school so far, thanks to the wonderful teachers and friends. He is learning well in a secure and happy environment in school.

Thank you, Waterway Primary School!

~Parent of Ryne (1B, 2017)

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My daughter, Sek Yen, felt uneasy and insecure during the start of her P1 journey at Waterway Primary. With all the teachers’ help and concern, she is now more independent and is happy to go to school every day. Thanks to all teachers for your effort and I am happy that I have made a wise decision to let Sek Yen enrol in Waterway Primary School.

~Parent of Leong Sek Yen (1B, 2017)

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Although Mingyuan has briefed me on what he had learned in his class before I went to the Microbits workshop. I still happy to see that he can finish almost the whole process by himself just with a little assistance from me on one or two manual steps. The workshop really a good way for us to discover our children's progress. I found this curriculum is able to encourage the students' self confidence in a easy and enjoyable way when they completed their masterpiece independently.

~Mother of Andrew (2D, 2017)

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We were delighted that the school has organised the ICT Microbit program with parental involvement. Participating in our son’s classroom activity was a special bonding time not only with him but also with the school. The practical aspect of problem solving and creative thinking to build a calculator using microbit and drink carton was intriguing. Waterway Primary School has a holistic approach to learning not just from textbooks. The school has innovative programs (Lego We-Do and Mindstorm)to prepare students for jobs that may not exist yet due to technology disruption ... very forward look!

~Father of Gabriel Maximus Koh (2E, 2017)

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The Microbits session was interesting and I enjoyed it so much. It is a rare opportunity for parents to workout something with their child/children in a classroom setup. Due to time constraints, parents didn't get a chance to showcase their projects to the children at the end of the session as planned. It will be helpful if handouts with step-by-step guides where given to the parents for reference.

Thanks for organising the Microbits session. Hopefully there will be more bonding sessions for parents to participate in the future.

~Carolina Ding, parent of Daniel & Matthew Gibbs (2A, 2017)

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We were rather unsure of placing our child in an unknown and unheard-of school but at the same time were hoping for a holistic educational approach away from the traditional ones seen around. We decided to take the leap right after your first open house. The effort put in to wow the parents through such young P1 student performances, communication skills, a determined communication of the school's mission and creative tools was remarkable, assuring and more importantly, implemented.

It has been 9 months and I would like to say a big 'thank you' from the bottom of my heart for Isabel’s brilliant development not only as a student but as a responsible person. Yes, school work such as spellings and homework are unavoidable but the same amount of focus on one's personal development such as her reading ability through the daily morning reading programme, leadership qualities through in-charge (IC) roles, the praiseworthy Orators class (which led to her taking on emcee roles to boost her presentation and confidence level) and many more programmes you've put in place for one's self-development are truly commendable. We believe these are the essential skills and concepts necessary for children to be excited about learning, developing them holistically besides gearing them up for the unpredictable future and economy.

In sum, as the parents of an only and rather restless child, we are deeply appreciative of the school's effort to employ creative and inclusive means and methods to mould a child's cognitive, social and psychomotor skills. Please keep it up, Madam Tan of 1C, and the rest of the passionate and committed teachers.

~The Joshua Family, family of Isabel Vasquez Joshua (1C, 2017)

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My son, Dhananjay, has studied in Waterway Primary School for ten months now. We've almost reached the end of the academic year and I would like to thank the teachers and staff for providing him with opportunities to learn and grow and for laying the foundation for his character. Under the care of his form teacher, Mrs Quek, Dhananjay, who used to be painfully shy, has evolved into a confident and responsible little boy.

The school focuses on holistic development of the pupils apart from their academic development, through the Orators programme, Speech & Drama, and the various modules in the PAL classes.

The Values-in-Action activity has helped my boy become more responsible with his homework and studies. Apart from that, I see in him a keen desire to help keep his surroundings neat and tidy and to help the family do simple chores. I am happy to see that the values of Responsibility, Integrity, Self-discipline and Empathy are being instilled in the pupils at such a young age, helping them hold on to good principles throughout their lives.

The Good Morning School programme is very helpful to get the kids interested in current affairs and happenings around the world. The Mass Walk is also a great initiative to help the children bond with nature and get them to exercise and take in fresh air as well. My son loves all the activities conducted in school.

We look forward to every fruitful and enriching school year in Waterway Primary.

~Ms Renu, mother of Dhananjay Prathapan (1D, 2017)

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I feel that the school has made tremendous effort to engage us parents in the development of our children.

For example, the school invited parents to the school to see how lessons are taught in the school and how our children have seamlessly settled in the school.

Personally, I feel that the Orators lessons have also helped to build up Jayden's confidence in public speaking and he is more eloquent nowadays.

~Ms Cindy Lim, mother of Jayden Mok (1D, 2017)

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I know when it comes to choosing a right school for their children, a lot of parents research the track records of schools, namely their past PSLE results and CCA performance, to determine their selection.

I still remember vividly the time when my husband and I were deciding which primary school to choose for our son. We didn’t think too much about sending him to the school nearest us as both of us are working parents.

To be frank, we were a little worried as we knew nothing about the school then. Waterway Primary was a new school and there was nothing on the internet for us to look up. The only information we knew was that Mrs. Wee, the school principal, was previously from Xingnan Primary. However, to think on the brighter side, we felt that being among the first batch of students, my son could get more attention and guidance from the teachers and the school's programmes might be more innovative.

I am very glad that our decision was correct.

Apart from the regular academic subjects, Waterway Primary has many interesting distinctive programmes designed for the children. I would like to particularly mention the Orators programme and Good Morning School.

My son loves Good Morning School very much. Every morning, he is able to receive news, knowledge and interesting facts from the school teachers, just like the Chinese saying goes: “ 秀才不出门，能知天下事”.

Orators@Waterway is another key programme that benefits my child a lot. Through this programme, he has learnt to speak more confidently and more importantly, learnt to listen effectively.

My son would like me to specially mention the teachers at Waterway Primary. He said the teachers are all very caring and loving towards the children.

I hereby would like to thank Mrs. Serene Tan, the form teacher of class 2D, for giving the students the genuine care and concern for their well-being. Mrs. Tan is willing to identify the strengths and weaknesses of my child and help him to improve and strengthen his personality.

I always believe nurturing a child with good moral values and gracious manners is far more important than chasing after good academic results.

I appreciate the school’s values of RISE – responsibility, integrity, self-discipline and empathy.

I will have no qualms about telling people I have made the right choice and believe Waterway Primary will rise through the ranks and become a prestigious school in the North-East region!

~Mrs Alicia Toh, mother of Koen Chan (2D, 2017)

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Dear Waterway Primary School,

We would like to thank all teachers and staff of Waterway Primary School. We are very happy that our child, Shreni, was enrolled into the school in P1. There are many, many good things that we can say about the school. From the day we attended the orientation until today, we are excited and feel happy that our child is part of this school, with no doubt that we are providing a strong foundation for her studies.

Every day, I drop off my daughter at the school and I see that all the students are greeted by a teacher at the main entrance, which makes them happy. With smiling faces, they enter the school to start their day. This is a wonderful start to any day.

On the school orientation day, there were many new programmes announced and introduced to all parents. When school started, we observed that all the programmes were implemented flawlessly and this credit goes again to all teachers, staff and the school management for their commitment. There are many school programmes and initiatives which we are very impressed by and happy with.

The first is Good Morning School. The best part of this programme is that students with fresh minds in the morning enjoy it. When my daughter is back home, she always asks a lot of questions about the topics discussed in the morning. This is such a nice programme because students should know about current affairs and things happening in their daily lives and around them. We could see that our daughter is very enthusiastic to explore more on the topics shared.

Apart from this, one more great programme to highlight is the Orators programme, which involves role play too. Being naturally shy, my daughter was never outspoken in front of any new faces. But because of these two programmes, she has started speaking, overcoming her shyness slowly and speaking publicly. At the same time, she has also improved her reading capabilities. I am really thankful for such a lovely programme.

She thoroughly enjoys the regular Mass Walk programme with her classmates too. Sharing pictures of the mass walk makes me very happy as I see her enjoying during the mass walk.

On top of all the programmes, all the teachers whom we have come across are so nice and kind. I must say hats off to all of them for their patience and kindness. They are always cheerful and greet the pupils all the time with smiling faces.

One of the most important things I would like to highlight is the communication and the channels of communication. SNAC is a very good mode of communication for all notifications sent by the school. This is very good and we never missed a single message or communication. SNAC messages are very clear, brief and most importantly, it has the feature of read status. On top of official communication, it is also very nice to have a WhatsApp chat group with the class form teacher and other parents. Lots of updates and information is flowing through this chat group thanks to Madam Sayidah.

One of the most important aspects in life is cleanliness. This was very well taught and the school ensures that all students follow the teaching. I feel so good when I hear this from my daughter.

For every special day and occasion, I see that all students are equally encouraged to participate in the class and school. Having awards for all students makes them happy and all students are encouraged.

Last but not the least, I would like to thank Madam Sayidah for taking good care of my daughter and all the students in the class. We are really happy to have my daughter in Waterway Primary School and wish the school all the best! I also want to thank the school management for giving us the opportunity to share our experiences.

~Mr Siva Pendyala & Ms Rajitha Pendyala, parents of Shreni Pendyala (1E, 2017)

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I must first say that primary education has taken a huge transformation since the days when we were kids. This is, of course, the statement made by our parents when we were younger. As we evolve to improve, the uncertainties and worries set in in 2016 when our boy was 6 and finishing his last year in preschool education. 2017 marks the beginning of a new chapter not just for me and my wife but for Lionel, our only boy as well. Being the parent of an only child, stories about the stress of primary school education has deepened our concerns about the unknown.

But I must say that Waterway Primary has provided a positive experience for our child as well as ourselves so far. Lionel enjoys and looks forward to going to school every day to smiling teachers and staff of Waterway Primary. Teachers who are caring but firm instill in him the right moral values and discipline in a fun and enjoyable manner and environment.

Seeing the Vice Principal of the school welcoming the students to school every day gives parents great assurance that people at the top are in touch with the ground and that in turn gives parents added confidence in the school.

Different schools have started different programmes that aim to help pupils develop not just academically but in many other different ways, both the hard and soft skills needed to excel in future. We are exceptionally happy with the Orators programme that was initiated by Waterway Primary School. It builds confidence and public speaking skills at such a tender age, making sure the children’s foundations are rock solid.

We have no doubts in our decision to enrol our son at Waterway Primary. We look forward to 5 more years of fruitful learning and parent-school co-operation.

~Mr Leonard Ng & Ms Jaslyn Ling, parents of Lionel Ng (1C, 2017)

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I must say first up that I am very pleased that my son is learning basic programming in school at such early age. The session was led very professionally by the ICT instructor and every bit was explained in details. I was amazed how some parents with no programming experience were responding well to the instructions and some kids were teaching their parents too.

End of the day it was a fun way of learning something very useful and since we were able to carry back home our devices, the fun continued as Lavakshaya and I were able to much more at home after that session.

So, I would like to say BIG THANK YOU for introducing the students at this young age to programming and I wish to see many more of this!

~Himanshu Sharma, father of Lavakshaya Sharma (2A, 2017)

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It has been a wonderful 2 years in Waterway Primary School and I can see that the teachers and other support staff are doing their best to bring this school among the ranks. We have been very impressed with the school curriculum so far. The teachers bring in lots of attention to their work and it shows in the children's results. There is ample focus on the children's overall development.

We typically like everything that the school does for my child but we kind of like the below points as our top 3:

1. Orators lessons, where the children had the opportunity to talk and I could see the enthusiasm in my son getting selected and having a chance to talk.

2. Partnership between teachers and parents about the child's development, especially the constant stream of feedback from the teachers

3. Focus on social skills of the children by involving them in various cultural and social awareness programmes. To name a few: Orators@Waterway (previously Toastmasters@Waterway), festival celebrations and sports events.

To summarise, we are very happy and satisfied that our child's future is in the best hands.

~Mr Himanshu Sharma, father of Lavakshaya Sharma (2A, 2017)

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I appreciate the effort of the teachers at Waterway Primary School, especially the form teacher of my daughter, Mrs Lu Li Ting. She follows up with the homework and activities in school, hence allowing us parents to be aware of what is needed for our children.

The videos and photographs of events and activities (e.g. Sports Day and festival celebrations) posted on the school website allow us parents to be aware of happenings in school.

Thank you once again for the effort!

~Mr Calvin Lo, father of Jershyne Lo (2A, 2017)

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Our daughter, Suhaani, is in Primary 2 and she is from the first batch of the school. We are extremely pleased with the efforts of the school and all the teachers in the last 2 years. The school’s website is regularly updated and contains relevant information. We love watching the videos of the kids doing various activities in the school.

All the teachers and other staff members put in a lot of effort to make the classes and environment in the school congenial for optimum learning. We could see their effort in every part of the education. Recently, while watching the Children's Day video, we realised that the teachers and staff members have to do so much more than just a regular job and we sincerely appreciate that.

The training for the "Speak Up! Kids 2017" public speaking competition and the Orators programme were a great addition to the curriculum. Our daughter and a lot of kids have benefited greatly from these programmes.

We would like to congratulate the school, all the teachers and staff members on the great work they are putting in to design a beautiful and successful future for all our kids.

~Ashish Seth, father of Seth Suhaani (2B, 2017)

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Some parents may trust in historical schools for all kinds of reasons, but we believe that a new school also can possess its own strength in vitality and creativity. Right from the beginning, Waterway Primary was already the premium choice for Ming Yuan, not only for its convenient distance from our home, but also for its special Chinese language curriculum and daily fruit break. Now, almost two years have passed and we have never regretted our decision.

There are so many highlights in this school. The newly designed facilities, nice and experienced team of teachers and staff, and a varied and attractive curriculum. We are happy to see the positive changes in Ming Yuan day by day, which are not only limited to the area of literacy. Because of the Good Morning School programme, he started to care about what’s happening outside Singapore and the children’s living conditions in other countries. From the Robotics lessons, he learnt how to act as a good team player. The Orators (previously called Toastmasters) programme enhances his presentation skills as well as his confidence. Guided by the school mission, we hope that Ming Yuan is on his way to becoming a boy with responsibility, creative thinking, self-affirmation and a learning heart that can always appreciate others.

We’d like to take this opportunity to appreciate Ming Yuan’s form teacher, Mrs. Tan, who seems to be both Ming Yuan’s teacher and friend. As an English and Math teacher, Mrs. Tan uses her own way to inspire Ming Yuan to become interested in the learning of the English language. He has achieved much improvement this year.

“My English was poor when I was in P1, but I am good this year,” Ming Yuan once told us.

As a form teacher, Mrs. Tan’s efforts won the trust and friendship of her students.

“I wish Mrs. Tan will always be my form teacher for as long as I am in Waterway Pri.” We laughed as Ming Yuan said that to us.

We also want to say thank you to many other teachers, such as Mr. Wong, who is in charge of the Orators programme. He always sacrifices his free time for school activities and provide information and guidance to the children and parents outside of school hours.

We also want to thank Mr. Seah, the experienced Chinese language teacher whose vivid classes make learning easier for the children.

Actually, every teacher from Waterway Primary, no doubt, deserves the respect and love from their students.

As 2018 approaches, we make our wishes that the children in Waterway Primary grow up healthy and happily and achieve continuous improvement in all aspects.

~Mr. & Mrs. Zhen, parents of Andrew Zhen Ming Yuan (2D, 2017)

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I would like to take this opportunity to compliment the efforts by the school for putting together a very informative and engaging school website for parents. As a parent, I feel that the school website is an important platform for parents to obtain information about the school as well as know what is happening in the school. It is easy to navigate the website and the school is always prompt to upload photos and/or videos whenever there is a celebration at school, such as on Teacher’s Day, Children’s Day, National Day and Sports Day etc.

It is a joy to look at the photos and videos and I am particularly amused whenever I catch sight of my son in them! Thank you to all the teachers and staff at Waterway Primary School for putting together such a lovely and heartwarming Children’s Day video greetings for the children too! My son feels appreciated being valued by the teachers.

Besides, I am very pleased with the Distinctive Programmes that Waterway Primary School provides for the children, such as Orators@Waterway and Good Morning School. The school website clearly explains the types of learning opportunities that the programmes provide for the children and that I feel offers a sense of assurance for parents that our children are in good hands at Waterway Primary School. My son will be taught not just academically but will be nurtured and groomed into a more wholesome person. The programmes also make lessons more interesting and enjoyable for my son, hence he enjoys his time at school. Sometimes, he would also share with me the fun activities that he had gone through.

I feel blessed that my son is given the opportunity to receive his education at Waterway Primary School, especially after reading from the school website about the Distinctive Programmes which aim to develop the children more holistically. I am also thankful that my son gets to participate in some of the school events and celebrations too. This greatly boosts his self-confidence and encourages him to take pride in what he does.

I would like to take this opportunity, too, to thank specifically his form teacher, Mrs Quek, for believing in him by selecting him to take up certain roles in class. I can see that my son has learnt to be more responsible, disciplined and caring towards his own actions and his peers.

~Mr & Mrs Ng, parents of Ng Yong Shun (1D, 2017)

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We thank the teachers for motivating Daniyal ever since he was transferred to Waterway Primary School in Term 4. His studies have been improving and he is always telling us about his work or school. Once again, thank you for guiding, teaching and supporting him. Well done! Keep up the good work, teachers.

~Mdm Herna, mother of Andin Daniyal (2B, 2017)

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The teachers in Waterway Primary School provide very good support to my son during his transition time to this school. Their patience and great encouragement towards each student help them to grow in value in every stage.

Thank you to all the teachers of Class 2E.

~Mdm Geraldine Ong, mother of Lexann Ngan (2E, 2017)

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We initially had our reservations about sending our child to a brand-new primary school as we were not able to find out more about the programmes offered. However, after almost two years, we are glad we had made the decision to send him to Waterway Primary School as the school has developed its own unique programmes that make it stand out from other schools.

We like the fact the school focuses a lot on character-building and independence as the pioneer batch of students do not have any seniors to look up to. Nurturing values and character-building are extremely important in the early years of a child and we hope the school continues to emphasise these in the years to come.

We have had pleasant encounters with the teachers who are extremely hands-on and committed to their students. The teachers will not hesitate to update the parents on a regular basis with regard to their child's progress.

My child often shares about his experiences in school -- the lessons, the teachers, the friends he makes and how he enjoys going to school on a daily basis.

We wish Waterway Primary School all the best in its journey ahead and may it blossom into a school which nurtures gracious, capable and resilient young people.

~Mdm Elina Hassan, mother of Lutfi Dhani (2C, 2017)

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My daughter, Rebecca, has developed in so many ways. She has gained more confidence and has learnt many skills. She looks forward to school every day. She has lots of fun while developing her academic abilities and social responsibilities. The school’s approach in encouraging the children to eat fruits for their Fruit Break shows the school’s concern for the students’ health. Activities like Mass Walk also promote a healthy lifestyle.

Overall, I am very happy with my child’s progress in Waterway Primary School.

Thank you to all the teachers for taking the time and effort to share their knowledge.

~Analiza Diaz, mother of Rebecca Anisha Diaz Dorairajoo (1A, 2017)

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As parents, we are extremely happy with the highly talented and dedicated teachers, friendly support staff, and very passionate school management at Waterway Primary School. The school has been a platform for learning, fun and imbibing good values in our children. Thanks.

~Jigna & Bhavin, parents of Dheer Sanghvi & Dhara Sanghvi (2B, 2017)

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I am very happy and satisfied with this school. There is a very good curriculum. They engage the students in every activity and advance their pupils’ learning with social skills and exercise.

My son is very happy in this school. Even though it is a bit far from my house, he does not want to miss this school.

The school website, SNAC, ClassDojo, and MC Online have all been very helpful for the communication of internal and external messages and events. It is very good that the website allows us to learn about all the events that are happening in the school. All the school events are very nice. I am really wondering how the teachers are able to spend time organising each and every activity in the school.

I just want to say a big thank you to everyone for the dance performance on National Day. It was fantastic! As a parent, it was wonderful to see my son performing on the stage and really enjoying the experience.

~Mrs Swathi, mother of Yedlapalli Lakshmi Abhiram (2D, 2017)

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Waterway Primary School believes in and follows the rising path for the students. [RISE - Responsibility, Integrity, Self-discipline & Empathy]

Even though expressing appreciation for the teachers and the school is welcomed all year round, as the school year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to say thanks to all the teachers, staff and students too. You have done your best to keep our child safe and happy. When my son started school, this day seemed so far away. Now, it’s here, and I can’t believe that time has passed so quickly and so beautifully.

*Mrs Tan, my son sees you as the kind of person he is proud to call his teacher. You have made a big difference in his life. Every day, you come to school with a smile and kind words and give our kids much needed advice.*

Thanks to the school for letting us parents be a part of many unforgettable events as volunteers. Along with our kids, we parents have also learnt a lot from Waterway Primary School.

Thanks to all the teachers and staff for being so warm and affectionate. To the world, you may be just a teacher but to your students, you are a star.

~Mrs Nidhi Chaudhary, mother of Aanish Chaudhary (2D, 2017)

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Waterway Primary School wasn't my first option when selecting a primary school for my twins two years ago. The reasons are simple: it was new, there weren't any reviews about the school, and most importantly, it is far from my place.

My twins are in Primary 2 this year. I'm happy to share that I have no regrets about putting them in Waterway Primary. This is indeed a very good school. The Distinctive Programmes allow the students to learn while having fun at the same time. My children enjoy going to school every day.

I would also like to take the opportunity to express my appreciation to their form teacher, Mrs Lu. She is the BEST teacher I've ever met. She always goes the extra miles in helping her students in every way possible. I have been receiving updates from her since the beginning of the year on how my children are doing at school. This is helpful for me to complement the teacher outside of school to focus on their weak areas.

With a group of dedicated teachers and the leadership of the Principal, Mrs Wee, I am completely confident that my children will have a good education at Waterway Primary.

~Mrs Carolina Ding, mother of Daniel Gibbs and Matthew Gibbs (2A, 2017)

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Dear Miss Yeo,

We are very thankful to you for imparting principles and knowledge to our daughter, Yemima. We continue to pray and will support the school in bringing up our daughter.

Yemima has learnt to lead and be independent. She has grown and matured as she socialises in school.

We appreciate your efforts and look forward to P3 for my daughter and P1 for my son, Sean.

Thanks. Wishing you a blessed day.

~Mr Chen Kim How, father of Yemima Putri Cheng (2C, 2017)

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I chose Waterway Primary School for my daughter despite there being a few other choices of school nearer to our home. We made the right choice.

The school has a great Principal leading a team of dedicated and responsible teachers who treat teaching not as a job but their passion. They focus not just on academic results but also character building.

Thank you to Anevay's favourite teacher, Mrs Lu, and all teachers in Waterway Primary who have given their dedication to nurturing our child, building a sound foundation in her childhood and filling it with play and creativity. Most importantly, our happy child is looking forward to attending school daily, open to learning, and loving her school environment. We specially love the “Good Morning School" sessions. Many a time, we were caught by surprise that Anevay is very well informed about current affairs.

There are many definitions and views of a good school. Waterway Primary has definitely set a good example of a good school.

~Mr Alson Teo, father of Anevay Teo (2A, 2017)

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Time flies. It has come to the last term of Primary 1 school life for Jun Quan. We are writing to express our sincere gratitude to Waterway Primary School.

Special mention goes to Mrs. Wong, the form teacher of 1F who is always very caring, patient and passionate. We know that it’s a challenge handling Jun Quan, but Mrs. Wong continues her inspiring disciplinary approach and takes extra effort to keep us updated on the progress of Jun Quan.

Next, we would like to extend our appreciation to:

- 曾老师, the Mother Tongue teacher who is always very dedicated and encouraging. We realised that Jun Quan has shown more interest in Chinese and also progressed well in the Chinese subject.

- Mr. Wong, the Orators teacher who is always dedicated in planning the lessons and the Speech & Drama programme, which has created a great platform for the pupils to learn to speak with confidence.

- Mr. Sim, the ICT teacher who is always patient in teaching the pupils how to write their own story, save it, and print it using the computer. The pupils were also taught how to access the e-learning websites.

Furthermore, we would also like to thank the school for organising some distinctive programmes such as Orators, Good Morning School, Chinese Enrichment course and Robotics. We believe the pupils will benefit a lot from this thoughtful arrangement by the school.

Last but not least, kudos to the principals Mrs. Wee and Mr. Edwin Hoy, and all the teachers and staff in Waterway Primary School. You guys have done a fantastic job in moulding the future generations. We are truly amazed by you! Thanks!

~Jassy & Teck Eng, parents of Hong Jun Quan (1F, 2017)

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We wanted Luke to enjoy his primary education journey in a school where he can enjoy learning and yet have fun during his middle childhood. While new schools continue to carry a stigma for many parents, we wanted somewhere refreshing where academics and character development are equally important.

Waterway Primary School (WAP) was our obvious choice! Mrs Wee’s vision for the school was a perfect match to what we wanted – a holistic education coupled with distinctive programmes such as Orator@Waterway and Literature, while values and good habits are actively advocated in school.

2 years flew by so fast and Luke will soon be progressing to Primary 3. What impressed us the most were the zest, enthusiasm and commitment shown by the teachers which is bringing out the best in our child. Luke was coping fine in his preschool but never stood out among his friends as he was mostly reserved and would shy away from the limelight. Today, Luke is different. He’s more confident, not just academically but in many different ways. For example, he was never confident in his Chinese language but he’s now a reading buddy for his juniors at the morning’s Chinese Reading Programme. He has also done presentations before the entire school cohort during assembly on a few occasions. He is always ready for new challenges and opportunities!

We would like to thank every teacher who has taught Luke in the past 2 years. In particular, we want to thank Mdm Wun who has been firm with her guidance yet caring and considerate to ensure Luke’s well-being and growth, and Mr Seah whose humour and style of teaching have heightened Luke’s interest in the Chinese language.

We are indeed very blessed to have Mrs Wee and her team as partners for Luke’s primary education. Thank you!

~Patricia Ong-Theseira, mother of Theseira Luke Markus (2B of 2017)

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I like Waterway Primary School. My granddaughter is in the pioneer batch of the school. The teachers are responsible and caring towards all students. My granddaughter needs some extra help academically and the school takes effort to provide her with the support she needs so that she is on par with her peers.

The school also takes her students’ safety to be of paramount importance. The school ensures it is a safe and conducive environment for learning to take place.

I appreciate the school for its efforts in supporting the growth of my granddaughter.

~Mrs Mandy Lim, grandmother of Arisa Yap (2A, 2017)

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I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the teaching and non-teaching staff of Waterway Primary School who have been helping my son, Roshan V.R. of 2A, to nurture his dreams.

Waterway Primary School helps every parent in getting updates about the day-to-day activities and happenings in the school through the school website. The school website enriches all parents with the knowledge about various aspects of the curriculum, like Robotics, Orators, ICT, Music, PE, as well as upcoming events. The videos uploaded help parents to know about the past and latest events and programmes in the school, which help us to keep ourselves updated about our children's progress. The website makes all parents comfortable in knowing about every single happening in the school.

Hence, I will surely say that Waterway Primary School is a pride to not only me but for each and every parent whose child is enrolled in the school.

~Mrs Lakshmi Priya, mother of Roshan (2A, 2017)

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I absolutely feel blessed to be part of Waterway Primary School. My son is in the first batch of the school. Our association with the school in the past two years have been nothing short of extraordinary. The school offers not just the academics and CCAs but so much more to our children which are not common in Singapore. Our children have exposure to beneficial programmes like Orators, Robotics, Coding, Speech & Drama, etc all in the school premises.

I am also part of the Parents Support Group. It is a pleasure to join hands with the teachers in school programmes and events. It is a fun as well as great learning opportunity. The school honours our feedback and totally supports our ideas.

The entire staff of Waterway Primary School is phenomenal. The teachers actually put their heart and soul in each child. We have open channels of communication with the teachers. I feel the entire school, under the dynamic leadership of Mrs Wee, is growing in leaps and bound. I have no hesitation in saying that Waterway Primary School is one of the best schools in Singapore!

Way to go, Waterway Primary School!

~Mrs Karim, mother of Ijtiba (2E, 2017)

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The environment at Waterway Primary School has allowed our son to gain different perspectives by learning alongside his peers and we are impressed by the school’s teaching methods. He enjoys his robotics class and the various school performances have also improved his confidence.

His form teacher, Mrs Lu, has been very responsible and responsive in providing feedback which enables us to keep abreast of his progress and help him in his weak areas.

We also appreciate the efforts made by the school in partnering with us to ensure that our child grows not only academically but holistically as well. Thank you to all the staff and teachers at Waterway Primary School!

~Mrs Cyrelle Ricafort, mother of John Paul Delante Ricafort (2A, 2017)

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I’m very glad I have chosen Waterway Primary School for my eldest son, Kayden, though I was quite skeptical about sending my child to a new school initially.

The school arranged different classes (English, Mother Tongue, Math, Orators and ICT) for all parents to attend on Parent-Teacher Meeting Day. It was a very good interaction session with the teachers.

From this session, it not only allowed us to gain a better understanding of what our children are learning, it also gives our children a chance to present their work confidently. Kudos to all teachers!

I am confident that the school will provide the best for my child.

~Mrs Ang Swee Teng, mother of Kayden Ang (2A, 2017)

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Our son has been in Waterway Primary School for 10 months and has made leaps and bounds academically and socially. He is safe, appreciated by his teachers and peers, and feels that all students are equal.

I can tell that he enjoys school, especially programmes such as "Good Morning School" whereby the teachers share about current affairs and news about the world we live in. He also gets to develop lifelong skills such as public speaking through the Orators programme. There are interesting enrichment programmes such as Speech & Drama too. These GEM (Go the Extra Mile) efforts will shape my son to be a solid learner for life. Thank you.

~Aston Chow, father of Jaryl Chow (1H, 2017)

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Lewis joined Waterway Primary School as one of the pioneer students. As parents, I only wished for him to enjoy himself in his primary school years. But no, I was wrong! Waterway Primary School is not the typical school in the neighbourhood that I expected it to be. Instead, the experiences not only amazed but impressed me!

Firstly, the vast learning experiences the students were exposed to were really amazing. The school had planned and carried out many activities to make learning enjoyable. “Good Morning School” is one programme which I feel is really informative and great. My son often comes home and shares with me excitedly about it. The students are also exposed to various enrichment programmes/ courses. Robotics and Orators@Waterway were definitely a surprise and bonus to me when I knew that he would be exposed to these programmes. Lewis also signed up for the Math enrichment course (abacus) and Chinese enrichment course (‘Di Zi Gui’). Both programmes were made affordable and they were of great help in strengthening Lewis’ mental calculation and Chinese language over the past 2 years.

Apart from the great learning experiences, the staff and teachers in Waterway Primary School are indeed commendable. The teachers not only teach to impart knowledge to our children, they also go the extra mile and establish great home-school partnership with parents. I receive timely feedback and updates on my son’s learning progress and it is definitely important for me because I can guide him at home and ensure that he is coping well in school.

I would like to especially commend Lewis’s form teacher, Mrs Lu. Throughout the year, Mrs Lu has been very supportive and encouraging in nurturing her students to their best potential. She makes lessons fun and is always patient to guide the weaker students. Under her guidance, Lewis has grown to love going to school every day and he has shown increasing interests in his learning. These would not have been possible without Lewis’s teachers’ great guidance. I sincerely thank all the staff and teachers at Waterway Primary School for providing such a great learning experience for her students.

~Mdm Seow Hui Yin, mother of Lewis Loo (2A, 2017)

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Even though Waterway Primary is a new school, the programmes they have in place for the school are very innovative. For example, Orators@Waterway (previously called Toastmasters@Waterway) is nurturing our child to be more confident in his public speaking skills.

The programmes that the school organises for parents are also very useful for us. We get to learn teaching methods for the different subjects our children are facing in school.

Mrs Tan, the form teacher of our child, is always going the extra mile by updating us about the progress and the weaknesses of our child so that we parents and the school are able to nurture our child to his best potential. We as parents are happy with the development our child has made since joining Waterway Primary last year.

~Nur Rizawati, mother of Qaizer Iltifat Bin Hidayat (2D, 2017)

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We attended a couple of schools’ open house a year ago to select the right primary school for my boy, Kedric. He chose Waterway Primary School himself and insisted on studying in this school with the reason that he likes the school after entering it. After some research on the school’s curriculum and the environment, we decided to register him for Waterway Primary School.

We are impressed with the school’s teaching methods. The school cultivates a fun learning environment and the teachers are caring and loving. The teachers pay utmost attention to the students both academically as well as their character and behaviour.

The school has inimitable programmes and activities which my son enjoys a lot. Some of these are Orators, Robotics, ICT, and Good Morning School – the daily pre-assembly session in the morning whereby the school shares about current affairs, news, technologies, Geography, etc. My husband and I were awestricken when our son came home and reported the latest news to us. Most of the time, our son is the one who updates us with the news!

We can feel that our son is very engaged by his friends and teachers in school. He would tell us that he feels sad when it is the school holidays because he would miss his friends and teachers. This shows that he likes to go to school and as such, he will pick up easily through the learning journey.

Though Waterway Primary School is new, it has achieved beyond what we expected. It is a school we will certainly praise and recommend!

~Mdm Josephine Keng, mother of Kedric Khoo (1E, 2017)

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We were a bit concerned when we first registered Ethan at Waterway Primary School because it's a brand new school (2 years old to be exact) and there were no track records for the school. However, after close to 1 year, we're glad that Ethan has had a very fulfilling time at Waterway Primary.

He enjoys his days at school, he likes his teachers, and he enjoys his classes, especially PE. We're also glad that Waterway Primary has unique classes like Orators and Robotics during curriculum time, and extra classes (after school) like Chinese Language enrichment classes and Abacus classes, which we felt added greatly to his overall knowledge.

Last but not least, we feel that the principal, teachers and administrators are very responsible and we're confident the school will do well, as long as it continuously improves to strive towards excellence.

~Malcolm & Lee Shin, parents of Siow Jia Ze (1H, 2017)

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Unlike most parents, we opted for a new primary school set up within our vicinity with the mindset of it being less packed and the surroundings being conducive for our son’s learning. Although we had attended the open house by Oasis Primary School (which was just opposite our block) and missed Waterway Primary’s, the latter was our first choice after assessing the school videos and reviews from the first batch of students.

We have not regretted our choice. Darrius has been looking forward to go to school since his first day. He could not wait to share his recess encounters with the Primary 2 seniors who had guided him to purchase food during the first few days. We would like to compliment the school for advocating a healthy learning environment with unique programmes such as Mass Walk, Fruit Break and fruits inclusion for canteen food purchase.

Academically, the school provides the unique Orators programme which has proven to nurture the students in early character development and social confidence. With consistent encouragement from his form teacher, Mrs Quek, Darrius has learnt to be more open and confident in speech and presentation. Other fun and participative activities for him are the Robotics and ICT programmes which develop his systematic and logical learnings.

The school is always open and accepting towards parents’ comments and feedback as reflected in the P1 parent-teacher meeting. We are thankful for the patience, encouragement and guidance given by Mrs Quek and Miss Chua. Darrius has also been given many opportunities to participate in the flag raising ceremony and National Day 2017 celebration.

In addition, we really appreciate the school’s arrangement for enrichment lessons such as Chinese Speech & Drama and 3G Abacus. Darrius greatly enjoys them and these have freed up his weekends for other activities!

Keep it up, Waterway Primary School!

~Kelvin and Jess, parents of Wong Ching Yuen Darrius (1D, 2017)

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Thank you, Waterway Primary School, for giving my daughter, Stella Chan (1E), the best Primary 1 experience any parent could hope for.

Typical end-of-day conversation with my daughter:

Me: "How is your day today?"

Stella:

"In ‘Good Morning School’ today, we were taught about the environment, etc etc…"

"It was so fun. Mdm Sayidah / Mr Seah taught me this this this…"

"We had robotics/Lego class today. We built this this this…"

"The food in the canteen today was so yummy... (prawn noodles on Wednesday)"

"My friend and I played catch in the field during recess time and etc etc."

As parents, it is always heartening to see our child looking forward to school every day. Over the months, we notice that she is getting more confident in herself and enjoying her lessons in school.

Her journey in Waterway Primary is nothing short of amazing so far. All these would not have been made possible without the brilliant work of all teachers and staff of Waterway Primary.

~Ms Endrina Salazar, mother of Stella Salazar Chan (1E, 2017)

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To us, Waterway Primary School is the school that celebrates every milestone of our children and partners closely with parents. It embodies the philosophy "treat a person as she could be, and she will become what she should be".

It offers a safe and conducive environment that gives us a peace of mind and strong assurance that our children are in safe hands.

The dedicated teachers, especially Mrs Yap (my child's form teacher), shower our children with great care and concern. Their relentless belief in our children helps to build a never-give-up spirit in them.

The culture among teachers is also very uplifting. This can be seen from the video created by the staff and teachers for the Children's Day Celebration. These talented staff and teachers amazingly transformed into movie stars and put up an entertaining performance to surprise the children.

In addition, we have a Parents' Support Group that is closely-knitted and extremely enthusiastic. The parent volunteers always go the extra mile in making every activity exceedingly memorable for both the teachers and children.

Last but not least, the principal's belief echoes in us -- that the children are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. Just like the lighthouse in the school crest, they will be the light of the world that exemplify excellence in their lives. They will go from strength to strength as they journey from primary school to adulthood.

We are abundantly blessed by you – the principal, vice-principal, teachers, the staff and all the heroes behind the scenes. Keep up the awesome work!

~Parents of Zoelle Wong (2E, 2017)

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To start with, I would like to congratulate the management and the teaching staff of Waterway Primary School for running the school so professionally and efficiently in the very first year of its inception.

Initially, I was a little worried for my daughter when she was admitted into Waterway Primary School, but after 6 months, I feel relieved and satisfied to see her progress and to know that my daughter is in able hands. It’s a pleasing sight to see her excited about school every morning.

The school has a good balance of studies and other activities. Apart from enriching classroom lessons, there are many interesting and unique programmes like the Toastmasters programme, the Morning Reading programme, the Mass Walk, Assembly activities etc.

A great thanks to all the teachers and entire staff of Waterway Primary School for a great start!

~ Mrs. Swati Jain, mother of Kaashvi Jain (1C, 2016)

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Though Waterway Primary was not my first choice of school for Jaden, I am glad God has an even better plan for him. He enjoys going to school every day and will fill me in with little details on what he did in school.

I am especially fond of the Good Morning School Programme where teachers share on current affairs and conduct quizzes. The children get to learn and gain extra knowledge, and because of the introduction of the Football Programme, Jaden gets to participate in a healthy activity weekly. He really looks forward to it every Saturday.

As a parent, I will be anxious to know how he is doing in school. For this, I really appreciate Mrs Yap for keeping me updated and always going the extra mile. Thanks to Mrs Lee too, Jaden found his love for Maths.

All in all, I know my son is in good hands and I do not have to worry. Thumbs up to all staff in Waterway Primary.

~Mrs Tan, mother of Jaden Tan (2E, 2017)

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Entering P1 is an important milestone for every child and their parents. We wanted to look for a school that would let Eldon continue his learning journey in building up his character so he will grow up with sound values and be a confident person doing what it is good and right. We were also looking for a school that he would be able to cope in as we knew he would be the youngest in his level, being born on 1st January. That is what Waterway Primary has provided for Eldon!

Many parents whom I meet ask me why I've chosen Waterway Primary instead of the school near my home in Hougang. I would reply them that although Waterway Primary is new, I like the student-teacher ratio where the teacher would have more time to interact with each child. I believed that the school would have an experienced principal and teachers in order to make their beliefs and vision work. The teachers would also be more innovative to come up with new ideas of teaching for the kids to learn. You don’t always get a chance to have your child in a pioneer batch of students!

Waterway Primary provides a wonderful and nurturing environment with approachable and friendly staff. It also has a good focus on academic achievement. Every day, after school on our way home, Eldon would share what he has learnt and the happenings at school with all of us in his family.

I think being a Parent Volunteer and actively participating in school activities is a great way to show my son that I care about his well-being. I enjoy meeting like-minded parents at various events. The Toastmasters programme is what captures my attention the most because public speaking is a very essential life skill in the future in whatever we do. In the Toastmasters class, every child is encouraged to present prepared speeches to their classmates. Every child also has the chance to voice their views and give words of encouragement to their classmates. While volunteering, I once heard Mr Wong, the Toastmasters teacher, say this to the children: "In life, it is not always that what most people have chosen is right and what few people have chosen is wrong. Children, you must learn to think for yourself what is right and not just follow others." He said this to the children after he had asked a question and some kids, without hesitation, raised their hands to show their answers while others, who had no answer of their own, just decided to follow the majority. When I heard that, I thought that yes, they might be young P1 pupils, but it is very important for them to know what is right and wrong in life.

After half a year at Waterway Primary, Eldon now has more confidence and is very positive about learning. At Waterway Primary, teacher communication is exceptionally good. I have never felt that my questions or concerns are a problem. We are extremely happy that we’ve chosen Waterway Primary and look forward to the coming school terms.

P.S. Thank you, Mrs Yap and teachers of 1E, for creating such a welcoming and warm learning environment. Special thanks to Mrs Yap, too, for keeping us updated through Whatsapp and sending the STELLAR book to our house after your working hours.

~ Mrs Sylvie Wong, mother of Eldon Wong (1E, 2016)

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It’s been 14+ months that we have engaged with Waterway Primary School. We have been very impressed with the school's curriculum like the introduction to computers in ICT classes, Robotics, speech & drama & public speaking. This shows that the school is committed to the overall development of the children and not just on academics. The teaching staff, especially Mrs Lu, is exemplary.

Being a teacher myself in my early days, I can testify that their dedication and commitment towards the overall improvement of the students is their prime focus, which is really amazing. I am very pleased that my son is in very capable hands who can help mould his future in a right way.

~Mrs Roopali Sharma, mother of Sharma Lavakshaya (2A, 2017)

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I would like to start with a big thank you to the whole teaching staff of Waterway Primary School for such great effort they have put in for the first 5 months of school. It also gives me a great sense of satisfaction that my son is in great hands. It’s even more satisfying when I see various programmes in their curriculum in action.

I regularly volunteer for programmes like the Mass Walk, English Reading programme and others but what I am most impressed with is the Toastmasters programme. This programme has been designed to bring out the natural creativity of young minds and gives them the ability to express themselves on any given topic. The laser sharp focus and attention of teachers here for each and every individual takes the learning experience to a whole new level.

I congratulate the whole teaching staff here for a great start and wish that they continue the great momentum.

~ Mrs Roopali Sharma, mother of Sharma Lavakshaya (1A, 2016)

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Five months sped by. It felt like yesterday when Luke took his first step of his journey for primary education. We wanted Luke to be in a nurturing environment where he can grow intellectually, socially and most importantly, morally. Collectively, we decided on Waterway Primary School as Mrs Wee's philosophy and direction for the school was a perfect match to what we wanted for Luke.

Throughout his preschool education, Luke had little to share as nothing seemed to thrill him. Since he attended Waterway Primary School, he has lots to share; from his pre-assembly talks, interesting conversations with his teachers and peers, Toastmasters Programme, to the fortnightly Mass Walk which he always looks forward to. He would go on and on throughout our journey home. And he often surprises me with quizzes made from the general knowledge he learned from school.

Recently, I started volunteering at the school for their pre-assembly Reading Programme and Toastmasters Programme. I had the opportunity to work directly with the school teachers to help students in need. I witnessed the team's dedication and their very organised efforts in working these programmes towards success.

We are blessed to have such a dedicated team at Waterway Primary School as partners in Luke's primary education.

PS: Mark and I would like to give special thanks to the team of teachers working with class P1B, especially Mdm Wun and Ms Seah. Luke simply adores you! Thank you for your love, patience, commitment, humour, and the list goes on.

~ Mrs Patricia Theseira, mother of Theseira Luke Markus (1B, 2016)

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As an active parent, I have always been concerned about my son’s education and creative development. Having taken the correct decision to put him in Waterway Primary School, I feel more relaxed now.

It was not easy at first for my son to get along with the other kids as he had fractured his leg before he started primary school. But because of the tremendous support and care given by the staff and teachers of Waterway Primary School, the few months when he was recovering from the fracture went so smoothly. My child is much happier now and is really enjoying his school. I know he will be well prepared for the future.

I can’t praise you highly enough for your efforts and the platforms you created for the kids.

I would like to express my appreciation and extend my thanks to Waterway Primary School, especially the following people:

Mrs Serene Tan, for being so caring towards Aanish

Mr Alwyn Tan, for the PAL lessons which Aanish really enjoys

Mr Wong Beng Yu, for the enjoyable Toastmasters lessons

Mdm Alwiyah, for keeping Aanish meaningfully occupied during the Mother Tongue periods

Mrs Wee-Kwan Liam and Mr Edwin Hoy, for being a very kind Principal and Vice-Principal

All the staff at the gate every morning, for welcoming Aanish to school every day.

~ Mrs Nidhi Chaudhary, mother of Aanish Chaudhary (1D, 2016)

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I am thankful and very assured that my child is in the 'right school' for his development and growth in the next 5 years. The emphasis on character and leadership development; believing in each child as an individual, apart from striving for academic excellence is 'a gem' of the school.

I have seen my child, Vangelis, grow and becoming more confident, more outspoken, more participative and more engaging in group activities outside school. I am deeply appreciative for the effort the teachers – especially his Form Teacher, Mrs Tan – displayed. Mrs Tan and her co-teachers were very devoted and guided my child through his first year. The teachers that came across his path have been very affirmative and positive. My son settled very well at school, and enjoys and looks forward to school.

Thank you, Mrs Wee, for setting the direction and passion for the school. We affirm and we believe that many parents would agree that the school has achieved a great milestone within the first year! Great job! We look forward with excitement to the new learning experiences for our son in the new academic year 2017! Kudos to you, Mrs Wee, and your excellent team!

Blessed Christmas and 2017 to you and your team too!

~Mrs Mona Choo, mother of Vangelis (1D, 2016)

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Waterway Primary School is one of the newest additions to Punggol's academic arena. Being in Phase 3 of the P1 Registration Exercise last year, with not much of a choice at hand, we registered our son, Ijtiba, in the school, having no idea what the future holds for us! By a stroke of luck, we could not be any happier when we found out that we've secured a place in the school for our son.

It’s been some months now that the school has commenced and so far, they have been doing an outstanding job. The school management and the staff are putting in a lot of hard work for our children. It is reassuring to know how the focus of the school is not on academic scores but more on building a solid foundation for the children in a holistic manner.

The school has taken great initiatives and is running a number of programmes that are unique to Waterway Primary School. When I first heard about them, I knew they are promising and well-thought out, and now, when I see them being executed, I am one happy parent!

The key programmes, according to me, that are worth a mention, are:

1. Toastmasters@Waterway

2. Pre-assembly activities

3. Fruit break

The Toastmasters programme is introduced for the first time in Singapore's primary school education system. As a parent and having a little experience in the corporate sector too, I know for sure the importance of public speaking and the ability to present yourself at various forums. It is an excellent idea to inculcate in our children the art of public speaking and general conduct in the elementary years of their education. The programme is running successfully on a weekly basis and it is a delight to see the progress of my son with each passing day.

The second programme that I am very excited about is the Pre-assembly activities. The pupils are shown videos and presentations related to general knowledge, current affairs and general character building exercises. I believe with such opportunities, my child will not only excel in academics but be an informed and knowledgeable individual.

Last but not the least, the introduction of a 10-minute break for snacking (fruits and healthy stuff only) at 9.30 a.m. is an excellent step. A little extra nourishment in the morning definitely helps the child concentrate better on his lessons.

I am also participating in the Parent Volunteers programme. It is a great platform for me to work closely with the school staff and I get to witness the teachers and pupils live in action. I find all the teachers very cooperative and courteous. I am working with Mr Wong Beng Yu; he is the coordinator for the Toastmasters programme, a great teacher and an even better mentor. He not only welcomes observations and suggestions to improve my overall volunteer experience, but also feels no hesitation to guide me for my son on a personal basis. The teachers are well connected with the parents and I receive updates from my son’s Form Teacher, Mrs Diana Yap, on a regular basis. She is an experienced and highly dedicated teacher with a pleasant personality which the students love.

All in all, I am one very satisfied parent. We can clearly see the experience coming in with a veteran like Mrs Wee-Kwan Liam, the Principal, and the entire staff and management supporting her. Every day, my son is excited to go to school and I, as a parent know that my son is in the best hands!

~ Mrs Mahrukh Rakay Karim, mother of Muhammad Ijtiba Karim (1E, 2016)

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Time flies…

This year, Raphael is in P2 at Waterway Primary School.

It is still fresh in my mind the reason we had chosen this school. It has main programmes such as Toastmasters@Waterway (WAP is the first primary school with such a programme), Di Zi Gui (Chinese enrichment), followed by ICT and Robotics lessons which are impressive. Besides all these programmes, we have the privilege to be the pioneers of Waterway Primary School!

As parents, we felt glad knowing the school prepares pupils for life and work in the future. The school not only emphasises academic areas. Pupils are also taught morals, good character and leadership as well, so they know how to learn, how to live well with others and how to manage life.

This year, as a P2 pupil, Raphael was happy to be given a chance to help and guide the new P1 pupils as a buddy. He was excited to show his buddy around the school and enjoyed playing his role.

We noticed Raphael has improved confidently in his actions and words. He shows more alertness and responsibility toward the lessons and shares his days in school with us.

We thank his Form Teacher, Mrs. Diana Yap. She is highly dedicated, extends her guidance and care towards our children and keeps parents updated regularly.

We would also like to thank all 2E teachers for their guidance and patience towards our children. We are grateful and appreciate the school’s principal, Mrs. Wee-Kwan Liam, and her team. With her leadership and the support of her team, the school provides a fun and meaningful learning journey and a safe environment for the pupils. Let’s keep up our good work together.

~ Mrs Leni Candra, mother of Raphael Cheng (2E, 2017)

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Hi Mrs Wong, I just want to share that you did a great job! Celyn is truly blessed to be your student. It takes great effort to overcome the challenges when you're in the educational industry nurturing the future of children. You rock!

~Mrs Lee, mother of Celyn Lee (1F, 2017)

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We feel so fortunate to have our son, Jerald, enrolled at Waterway Primary School. Even though this is a newly set up school which we did have some reservations about at first, all our initial concerns were gone after Jerald's first semester of school life because we see how the group of key personnel and caring teachers are leading our son so confidently and engaging him to enjoy his learning journey.

Communication between the parents and the school are well-maintained and we are regularly updated on our son's progress. We notice that Jerald has improved tremendously in his sense of responsibility in actions and words. He also comes home from school happy and full of stories about what he has done in school. We are constantly astounded at the progress he is making across all aspects of his learning, from speaking up more confidently after his Toastmasters classes to the knowledge he gained from the pre-assembly morning sharing, as well as the teamwork he learnt from his fun PAL lessons. The Chinese language enrichment course has also boosted his interest in Mother Tongue. The school also organises fortnightly mass walk sessions along the Punggol Waterway where Jerald gets to explore nature during school hours.

I appreciate the school for giving me a chance to participate in the Parent Volunteers programme. This programme allow us to work closer with the key personnel, the teachers, other parents and even other children. Being a parent volunteer is certainly an enriching experience. It has given me a new perspective on how to be a greater and more supportive parent.

~ Mrs Iris Tan, mother of Jerald Tan (1B, 2016)

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The school values are constantly reminding Jerald to show responsibility, integrity, self-discipline and empathy. We are seeing his effort to uphold the school values in his daily life.

The caring and innovative teachers in class 2B, especially Mdm Wun, has made Jerald grow more mature after a year. We like the way the teachers engage the students by asking them to write post-it notes for one another. It really brightens Jerald up. His confidence is boosted when he receives positive feedback, thus giving him the urge to improve and do better every time.

Thank you to all the teachers from class 2B for guiding and inspiring them.

~Mrs Iris Tan, mother of Jerald Tan (2B, 2017)

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我女儿之前是读别的小学，她非常抗拒去学校，过了一个星期才转学到河道小学。转学后我女儿每天放学回家都会告诉我说她在学校很开心。我发现河道小学的老师都很关心学生，很有耐心。老师们都会用非常多不同和有趣的教学方式去教导学生，让孩子们更专心，更觉得有趣，更容易吸收。河道学校是崭新的小学，所以很多教材都是最新颖和高科技的。课室也非常整洁，宽敞和明亮。学校也贩卖比较健康的食物，不怕孩子们会吃太多零食。我很满意河道小学。

~ Mrs Grace Seah, mother of Reenie Seah (1D, 2016)

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The teachers are very passionate in Waterway Primary School. My son got involved in roles such as presentation, flag raising and other duties that help him to be more responsible. He is also more confident now and can express himself better. His Form Teacher, Mdm Wun, will also write notes of encouragement to the students. She also gives prompt responses to my questions. The school also sends out notifications through the SNAC smartphone application to keep parents updated. Overall, I am happy with the school and am glad that my son can learn and study here.

~Mrs Daphne Pok, mother of Lukas Pok (2B, 2017)

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My husband and I felt quite worried and concerned at first that Waterway Primary School is newly set up and thought that our boys – Louis and Lucas – would have no seniors to guide them through their life in school. However, we later realised that that was all unnecessary thinking. We are lucky as all the teachers are so devoted. Every morning, we could see them at the school entrance and the drop-off point to ensure that the students are safe and guide them to the assembly area. We often see the Principal and the Vice-principal doing so too. It is so warm-hearted of them.

I volunteer for the school’s Friday Mass Walk programme, which I think is a splendid activity. As the school is adjacent to the Waterway Park, the pupils go for a half-hour morning walk there every alternate Friday. During the walk, the pupils are able to connect with nature. They explore different plants and insects and enjoy the morning sunlight. This helps the pupils to be in touch with their environment and provide them with a better understanding of their surroundings. At the same time, the walk improves the children’s stamina and helps them to be healthier.

As parents, we feel well-integrated in the school life of our boys and we know that our children are in good hands.

~ Mrs Catherine Lee, mother of Louis Lee & Lucas Lee (1A, 2016)

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Louis and Lucas have finished their Primary One last year and are moving on to Primary Two this year. We are fortunate that the children have opportunities to learn subjects such as ICT and Robotics in Waterway Primary School. Children today have different approaches towards learning different subjects and languages. Through ICT and Robotics, the children are able to explore and think creatively, which would help to stimulate their minds in the learning of other subjects. Just like when Louis and Lucas were in Primary One, they learnt to better express themselves and communicate with others through the Toastmasters (now known as Orators) programme. Our children will reap long term benefits from these programmes, which will in turn help them excel in future.

We also would like to express our appreciation to Louis and Lucas’ form teacher, Mrs. Lu. She is always there to assist our children in school and answer parents’ enquiries at any time. She even goes to the extent of listing down each individual child’s strengths and weaknesses related to their studies and behaviour which help us to take note of how to guide them through their growing. This is what we have never expected in a school. Eventually, this makes us feel that our kids are in the right school.

We believe that under the leadership of our principal, Mrs Wee, and with the hard work which the staff put in, our children will be well prepared for life.

~Mrs Catherine Lee, mother of Louis Lee & Lucas Lee (2A, 2017)

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The SwimSafer programme has enhanced my girl's water confidence and swimming abilities, thus she is now able to swim longer and faster. From my personal observation during the few sessions while I was there, I found the instructors to be professional, friendly and extremely patient. The school also ensured that there were enough teachers and parent volunteers around to keep a close watch on the children, which helps put all the parents at ease.

~Esther Tan, mother of Emily Soh (3D, 2018)

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We like the school’s strong emphasis on students’ character building as we have noticed that Jayden has significantly improved in his confidence and has more initiative in offering help to others in need.

Jayden liked the Recess Buddy Programme which he was involved in this year. He was very happy that he was able to help his juniors familiarise with the school environment.

Jayden always looks forward to the PE classes conducted by Mr. Jan. His classes are always fun and interesting and the students really love them!

~Cindy Mok, mother of Jayden Mok (2D, 2018)

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We are pleased that Tristan enjoys his school. He looks forward to school every day.

He mentioned to me that he likes all his lessons, especially Robotics class.

Every lesson, he learns new things. When he comes back from school, he will happily tell me what he has learned.

As parents, we are glad that we are informed and updated on SNAC about events and receive updates of our child's activities.

~Brenda, mother of Tristan Goh (1H, 2018)

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Khloe looks forward to go to school every day. She loves the Mass Walk and Mass Dance conducted every Friday. There was also a Theatre Experience for the Orators programme which she enjoyed. She was also excited to be selected as Class Monitor for this term and she would talk about her responsibilities and roles.

We are glad to see the potential and leadership in her through the guidance and encouragement from the teachers, especially her form teacher Ms Kang, co-form teacher Mr Benjamin and Mother Tongue teacher Mdm Chang.

Thank you for the patience, dedication and nurturing.

~Parents of Khloe Pok (1H, 2018)

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Kenzo shared with us about his experience being a Recess Buddy to his younger P1 schoolmates: Kaegan, Mu Yu and Hiroki (all are from Class 1-I). He accompanied them throughout recess time. He helped them to feel safer, supported and settled in a new environment on the first few days of primary school life. He assisted them on the simple procedure of buying food and drinks from the school canteen. He also showed them how to return the used bowl and cutlery when they had finished their meal. At the end of the programme, Kenzo felt very accomplished and happy that he could make a difference to others’ days.

As parents, we feel that this Recess Buddy Programme gives a wonderful opportunity for the students to practise the important values of respect, care, responsibility, empathy, compassion and most importantly, friendship. The Recess Buddy Programme enables younger children to feel safe and cared for while older children feel valued and respected.

~Mr & Mrs Chai, parents of Kenzo Chai (2F, 2018)

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With a joyful heart, my child has

embarked on her learning journey in Waterway Primary School from lower primary to now in Primary 3. We are grateful that she has been given many opportunities to learn in different capacities, to lead by example as a model pupil, and to serve as a leader to guide the younger pupils in school. Through Orators@Waterway -- one of the distinctive programmes of the school -- my child has benefited vastly, especially when she stood and shared confidently on stage. In fact, the children went through intensive training sessions with teachers for the preparation of the school's grand opening ceremony. Under the patient guidance of the teachers, she also managed to learn and play a short solo piece with the cornet, an instrument that was new to her, within a short period of time.

As our children continue their lifelong learning journey, we hope that they will stay focused, strive continuously and take pride in everything, both academically and socially. Thank you for your relentless belief in unleashing the potential of our children.

Together with the school, we envision our child to grow up to be a gracious citizen who will rise up to be a strategic leader and contribute positively to the society.

~Parents of Zoelle Wong (3A, 2018)

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We are pleased with the support that Waterway Primary School is giving to our son. The teacher is good at communicating and keeps us well informed of the activities and things to be done. We appreciate her keeping us updated through the SNAC app. Our son seems to enjoy school and we can see that he has improved. We loved the P1 Parent-Teacher Meeting as parents had participation and we could see their workings. The school has a clean environment, though we noticed that the military planes cause disturbing noises sometimes. We commend the teacher for her helpfulness and kindness. We want to thank the school for the hard work.

~Parents of Paderes Caleb Benjamin Salvania (1J, 2018)

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The P1 Parent-Teacher Meeting was well organised. The session was informative with regard to my daughter’s progress. I like that the teacher is able to inform us of updates, reminders and useful information on the go through SNAC, the mobile app.

~Parents of Fionn Tan (1J, 2018)

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Besides having a new school environment, the school also provides many activities that students can learn beyond the classroom. For example, nature learning through walks along the waterway, robotics lessons, etc. Encouraged fruit breaks and physical exercises also strengthen the children's bodies. The school concentrates on developing the children holistically.

The Allied Educators are caring and provide support beyond classroom hours. The teachers understand the children's needs and provide adequate feedback to parents. This is especially demonstrated in Mrs Jaslyn Quek, my son's form teacher from class 2D. Mrs Quek provides timely feedback to me so that both of us together can work on my son's weaknesses and build on his strengths.

Lastly, the friendly teachers and staff at the gate every morning really brighten the children's and parents' days.

~Mrs Wong, mother of Wong Li Jie, Leor (2D, 2018)

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Waterway Primary has highly competent and caring teachers who instill an interest of learning and character building. I love the Orators programme and Robotics too! Holistic programmes like PAL lessons drive experiential learning for the students. Calista loved the sports and games and the Nightingale musical which the school brought her out to watch. She talked about these programmes happily when she came back from school.

~Mrs Toh, mother of Calista Toh (1I, 2018)

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I was impressed with Waterway Primary when I attended the P1 Orientation. The school was led and presented about by the Primary 2 students instead of the teachers.

The school has many distinctive programmes like:

-Orators programme, which enhances the students’ presentation skills and helps them to speak confidently

-Good Morning School, which allows students to receive news and knowledge which is not taught in their school materials from the school teachers

-PAL, whereby every school term, the students will experience different programmes for active learning like Robotics, Sports and Games, Art and Music

-Mass Walk weekly to help the children bond with nature, exercise and take in fresh air.

Every morning, we are always greeted warmly by the vice-principal, teachers and security guards at the school gate. The school invited parents to the school to let us see how lessons are taught in the classroom and to allow us to communicate with the teachers. The school keeps us updated using online resources via SNAC.

I would like to thank the teachers of Class 1J of Year 2018, especially Mdm Reena and Miss Li. They are caring and passionate. They will update us on homework and activities through Whatsapp and Class Dojo. My son is a very quiet boy. Mdm Reena will pay more attention and help him. The Chinese teacher, Miss Li, picks my son who is weak in Chinese for extra lessons in the morning so that he can receive more attention and coaching. I am happy to enroll my son in Waterway Primary School.

~Mrs Michelle Lim, mother of Lim Shao Kuang (1J, 2018)

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I am very pleased and glad that I have chosen Waterway Primary School as our first choice of school. First of all, I would like to say a BIG “Thank You” to all the teachers that have taught my son, including the staff and principal who have assisted him. I really appreciate the effort of the teachers, especially the form and co-form teacher of my son, Madam Reena and Miss Li. I am really impressed that the teachers are all very caring, thoughtful and well organised. Thank you once again for the effort.

~Mrs Karen Ho, mother of Jayden Ho Zhi Kai (1J, 2018)