Last Updated: 20 April 2022
When discussing DSA-Sec school options with your child, think about:
Shortlist schools that offer the programmes and activities your child is talented in.
Schools have different selection processes, criteria and schedules. Visit the schools’ websites to learn more.
Students accepted through DSA-Sec still need to qualify for a course offered by that school. Choose schools that match your child’s academic performance.
Choose a school type (for example, government, government-aided, independent, specialised independent school, etc.) that suits your child’s goals. If your child is a Singapore citizen, financial assistance and scholarships are available to help them attend the school of their choice.
Think about transportation options for how your child will get to school.
If your child has special needs, for example, hearing loss, visual impairment, physical disability or mild special educational needs, choose a school with specialised facilities or resources that can support them. Learn more on special educational support in schools.
The following specialised independent schools accept students through the DSA-Sec process:
The following specialised independent school only accepts students through its own admission process:
Refer to the school’s website for information on its application process and timeline.
Explore the list of schools and programmes for Direct School Admission.
Once you have shortlisted schools and programmes that your child is interested in, you should:
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