How to take PEPT Test

Two years ago my kindergarten daughter was enrolled from a traditional school and we planned to homeschool her with a provider along with my two older kids. Upon checking with her previous school she doesn't have an LRN yet which is required by my homeschool provider. What we did that time was to apply for it personally. We just asked DEP ED for the requirements needed to take the exam. We went to DEP ED near my place in Pasig to get the application form filled it up and submit the following requirements;

1. 2pcs 1x1 ID picture of your child                         

2. Birth Certificate

3. 200php fee

Right after that the schedule was already given. On the day of the exam there was a typhoon and we were hesitating to proceed because schools are already been suspended. Our schedule was around 9AM, We called DEP ED if the test would proceed. The staff told us that examination is still on going and we may come even after the scheduled time, So we went there around 1PM. My daughter took the kinder and grade one exam. It took her about an hour or two. After the exam they gave us a copy of the form and contact number to call for updates on the results. Results will be out after 2 weeks. 

After two weeks the results finally came out. She passed the exam with higher scores. She is now eligible to enroll for 2nd grade since she passed the exam.

To parents who are hesitating if they should go independent or go with a provider its still your choice, but as for me going independent was the best decision I have ever made. My eldest was on 7th grade when we were enrolled with a provider but as per DEP ED rules and her age she should be in 8th grade now. We were misled by too much relying on school and providers for our children's education. Right now we are happy doing independent homeschooling. If you are still unsure on how to take PEPT Test and its exam coverage, PEPT exam has the same curriculum as the public schools exam in the Philippines. Follow the link below for FAQ about PEPT 

https://bizandmoreph.blogspot.com/2019/03/independent-homeschoolers-faq-about-pept.html

Independent Homeschoolers FAQ about PEPT

Philippine Education Placement Test (PEPT) is a paper and pencil test administered by DepEd's NETRC (National Educational Testing and Research Center) to  determine the grade or year level appropriate for the test taker. PEPT covers all grade/year level from  Grade 1 to Fourth Year high school so that takers can have a chance to move to the next grade or year level  or even complete basic education in just one examination. 

1.  What is the purpose of the PEPT?
To validate and accredit knowledge and skills in academic areas for re-entry to school, for job promotion and the like.


2.  Who are qualified to take the test?
Filipino citizens who:

• dropped out of school and failed to finish elementary or secondary education.
• are enrolled in school but are overage for their grade/year level.
• independent homeschoolers

3.  Is there an age limit to those who are applying for the test?
None


4.  What is the coverage of the test?
Elementary Level
Science
Mathematics
HeKaSi (Heograpiya, Kasaysayan at Sibika)
Filipino
English

Secondary Level
First Year – General Science
                    Elementary Algebra
                    Philippine History (Kasaysayan at Pamahalaan ng Pilipinas)
                    English I
                    Filipino I
          
Second Year – Biology
                         Intermediate Algebra
                         Asian History (Kasaysayan ng  mga Bansang Asyano)
                         English II
                         Filipino II

Third Year – Chemistry
                      Geometry
                      World History (Kasaysayan ng Daigdig)
                       English III
                       Filipino III

Fourth Year – Physics
                       Advance Algebra, Trigonometry, Statistics
                       Economics
                       English IV
                       Filipino IV
The PEPT can also be administered to individuals with visual impairment whether Braille or non-Braille readers.


5.  When and where is the PEPT administered?

• The PEPT Regular  for those coming from the public school is held once a year, usually in June. The conduct of the test is held in respective testing centers of the division offices.
• The NETRC also administers PEPT Walk-In for walk-in examinees the whole year round. Sometimes, they have to wait until there are 25 test takers to administer the test.
• Special PEPT is also conducted upon request of concerned parties within the year. The venue and schedule of the test depend on the necessity of the said request.

6.  Where and when to register for the PEPT?
For the PEPT Regular, prospective examinees should register at the nearest DepEd Division Office from July to September. 
See addresses here: 
http://www.deped.gov.ph/contact/directory/division-offices

For the PEPT Walk-in, prospective test takers should register personally at the:

Test Administration Division
Rm 215, 2nd Floor, Mabini Bldg., DepED Complex (ULTRA), Meralco Avenue, Pasig City.
Contact Nos.: 631.2571 / 631.2591 / 631.6921

• For the Special PEPT, interested parties should coordinate with the Office of the Director-NETRC, Rm 209, 2nd Floor of the same building

     Telefax: (02)6316921


7.  How much should an examinees pay for the test?

PEPT Regular - Php50.00
PEPT Walk-in - Php200.00
Special PEPT -  Php200.00
* No fee During Independence Day *


8.  What are the requirements to be presented during registration?

• High School Level: Form 137 from school last attended (original and 1 photocopy)
  Elementary Level: Form 137 or 138 from school last attended (original and 1 photocopy)
• Authenticated birth certificate from the National Statistics Office (original and 1 photocopy)
• Two (2) pieces of recent and identical 1 x 1 colored pictures
• Registration Fee
• For first time takers coming from "private school or homeschooling provider" only, must show the school's permit to operate or government recognition (1 Original – just to show that you have original and 2 xerox copies).
• For 2nd time takers of PEPT. No need for form 137 or form 138 and school permit. Just show your previous PEPT test results with 1 photocopy.
• Child's appearance (For fill-up application form and interview)

9.   Does the NETRC-DepED provide a reviewer for the prospective PEPT takers/examinees?
No. Please refer to the subject area coverage of the test.

But you can check the DepEd resource center for reference. The DepEd EASE high school modules (298) can be helpful
 http://lrmds.deped.gov.ph/search?query=EASE&page=1   

ALS Modules (elem and hs) can also be another good source

 https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B_qlnahSfCToMzEyMjRiYjMtMzliMS00NDMwLTk3YTgtODA3NTE5YzBjNzk3&usp=sharing 


10.  What would the test results show?
Test takers would be given a certificate of rating attesting what grade/level they are qualified to enroll in. The certificate can also attest if they are qualified to go to high school or college depending on the score they obtain.
If you want to enter a particular grade/year level but your scores show that you did not meet the requirement for a particular subject, you will repeat the test only for that particular subject


11.  If an examinee lost his/her copy of the original PEPT Certificate, what should he do?
The examinee must file a request and avail a copy of the PEPT Certificate of Rating at the Verification Room (Rm 214) of the NETRC. A payment of Php50.00 will be charged for every copy of the test results.
When are test results released?

• The results of the PEPT Regular are usually released after 3 to 4 months from the date of examination. 
• The results of the PEPT Special/Walk-In are usually released after 2 to 3 weeks from the date of examination.

12.  How is the PEPT similar with or different from the Accreditation and Equivalency Test (A & E)?

• The PEPT and A & E are both under the Accreditation and Equivalency Program.
• The PEPT was designed based on the regular school curriculum while the A & E Test was based on the alternative and learning system curriculum. 
• The PEPT results enable examinees to know their exact grade or year level placement (Grade I to Year IV) while the A & E Test results provide information on the level of educational qualifications they met, either elementary or secondary. 
• The A & E Test is administered by the Bureau of Alternative and Learning System every October or December. The PEPT is conducted from January to June (Walk-In), every November, and upon special request.  
• It is required to pay a test fee for the PEPT while it is not for the A & E Test.   
• BALS provides modules and practice tests (both levels) for the prospective A & E test takers while NETRC gives pointers or subject areas covered in the test (both levels).

13.  I am enrolled in a school not accredited by DepEd, what test can i take?
Philippine Validation Tests are intended to validate learning acquired by those who enrolled in elementary/secondary schools without permit; those and those who studied in a non-graded school or distance education programs. The subject areas are English, Filipino, Science, Mathematics and Social Studies (HEKASI)/Araling Panlipunan). Applicants for the test should get an endorsement from the office of the Regional Director.
DepEd Regional offices - http://www.deped.gov.ph/contact/directory/regional-offices

Museo Pambata Tour

Philippine Culture and History is one of my favorite subject when I was in high school. I've noticed that most of the children nowadays are not familiar with our history and most of the kids we know barely speaks Tagalog. It made me sad that my kids also didn't know some words in Tagalog because their previous school taught them only in English. Its a great thing that I was now in charge of their education.To give them an idea I bring them to my favorite place which is Manila.

I remember when I was a child, we used to go to Rizal Park, Manila Zoo and Fort Santiago. As a child those memories were unforgettable to me because the place was full of story to tell. To be able to educate them better of our history we went to Museo Pambata located in Roxas Boulevard There they were able to see some old stuffs we used to have at home when we were little like the old type writer, telephone, flat iron, baro't saya, bakya, sewing machine and a lot more. My seven year old daughter was fascinated with the old things she saw at the museum. She appreciates those old stuff which I think is rare for most kids in this generation.

This was the Binondo Church found in China Town near Carriedo Station. We normally roam around here whenever we craved authentic Chinese cuisines. Manila has a lot of old but authentic restaurants as well.

The old meat store that can only be found now on wet markets but kids don't normally get to experience these because supermarkets already replaced these traditional way of selling, And most of the time when we shop we don't normally bring them to wet market anymore instead we bring them to airconditioned supermarkets like Landers and S&R which is way too different from these stores which is normally manage by an individual.

This place is a must try for everyone. I really recommend this place like I've said before you can actually experience what is it like to live in the old days. What do I mean by that? In the old days our great grand parents and grand parents were able to support their family and bring their kids to a decent school by selling meat, vegetables and fruits at the market, running their own tailor shop, farming, a sari sari store or neighborhood sun dry store and more. There we also found a very interesting way of how people from the old days treat illnesses by using herbal plants as a substitute which I think is very popular nowadays.

If you want to visit the Museo Pambata make sure to visit their website first and print their coupon to get a 50 peso discount. You should print one coupon for each person. Museo Pambata is open from Tuesday to saturday 8AM to 5PM and Sunday 1PM to 5PM. Admission fee is 250/ head.