Secondary

Learn more about secondary school curriculum, Direct School Admissions and the Secondary 1 posting process.

Direct School Admissions (DSA-Sec)

Students can seek admission to certain secondary schools based on talent in sports, CCAs and specific academic areas. Learn if your child is eligible and how to apply.

Secondary 1 (S1) posting process

Most students are placed in secondary school through S1 posting admission, which takes place after the PSLE scores are released.

Singapore Student Learning Space (SLS)

Students can access learning resources at their own convenience and is available to all students ranging from primary to pre-university level.

Admissions for Returning Singaporeans

Learn about school admissions for Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident children returning from overseas, as well as support schemes and general information.

Admissions for International Students

Learn about studying in Singapore and how to apply for admission to a secondary school.

Courses and subjects

(For S1 cohort in 2023 or earlier) Courses are educational pathways that determine a student’s journey through secondary school. Each course offers a different curriculum.

Curriculum for secondary schools

(From 2024 S1 cohort) Under Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB), students will be posted through Posting Groups 1, 2 and 3 respectively instead and have greater flexibility to offer subjects at appropriate subject levels.

Special educational needs

Understanding your child’s needs, strengths and difficulties can help you find the right kind of support for your child.

Transition to secondary school

Students moving from primary to secondary school are entering a new phase of life. Learn about common challenges and how to help your child with the transition.

Local school transfers

Transferring your child to another school is an important decision. Find out what to expect and how to apply.

Financial matters

Use simple checkers to find out about monthly school fees and eligibility for financial help schemes, awards and merit-based scholarships.

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