C o n t e n ts

■ Introduction Bookshop 18
The Singapore Flag 2 Uniform Shop 18
Our Pledge 2 School Dental Centre 18
The School Badge 3 Private School Bus 18
School Philosophy 4 Public Transport 18
School Song 5 ■ School Rules 19-22
An SCGS Education 6-7 ■ Dress Code 23
Key Achievements 8-9 ■ Plan of The School 24-25
■ Board of Directors 10 ■ Facilities 26
■ Staff ■ Prefectorial Board 27
Non-Teaching Staff 10 ■ School Terms & Holidays 28
Secondary School Staff 11 The Primary School Academic System 29
Primary School Staff 12 The Foundation Stage (P1 to P4) 29
■ General Information The Orientation Stage (P5 to P6) 29
School Fees 13 Assessment Mode 30
Government Financial Assistance Scheme 13 PSLE Grading System 30
SCGS Financial Assistance Scheme 13 The Primary School Curriculum 31
Edusave Entrance Scholarships ■ Secondary School
for Independent Schools (EESIS) 14 The Secondary School Academic System 32
Edusave (Independent Schools) Secondary One and Two 32
Yearly Awards (EISYA) 14 Secondary Three and Four 32
Edusave Good Progress Awards (GPA) 14 Music as a Subject at GCE ’O’ level 32
Edusave Merit Bursary (EMB) 15 Assessments and Examinations 33
Edusave Scholarship for Primary Schools Combined Humanites 33
(ESPS) 15
Condition for Annual Promotion 33
Eagles Award 15
Co-Curricular Activities 34
SCGS Merit Awards 16
Choices Beyond GCE ‘O’ Levels 35
Other Scholarships 16
Options After ‘O’ Levels 36-37
Student Personal/Accident Insurance 16
Singapore Schools Sports Council
Pupil Guidance and Counselling 16 CCA Calendar 38-40
Counselling Hotlines and Social Work
Agencies to help Youths 17
Student Smart Card (SSC) 17
The SCGS Alumni 17
Introduction

Singapore Chinese Girls’ School

Address 190 Dunearn Road, Singapore 309437
Telephone No. 6252 7966
Fax No. 6252 3577 (Primary)
6252 3076 (Secondary)
E-mail Address [email protected] (Primary)
[email protected] (Secondary)
Website http://schools.moe.edu.sg/scgsp (Primary School)
http://www.scgs.edu.sg (Secondary School)
Office Hours 7.30 am to 5.00 pm (Mondays to Fridays)
School Hours Primary Divison
7.25 am to 1.10 pm (Mondays to Fridays)
Recess:
Primary 1, 3 & 5 9.40 am to 10.05 am
Primary 2, 4 & 6 10.10 am to 10.40 am

Secondary Divison
7.25 am to 2.30 pm (Monday)
7.25 am to 1.40 pm (Tuesday)
7.25 am to 3.00 pm (Wednesday)
7.25 am to 1.40 pm (Thursday)
7.25 am to 12.50 pm (Friday)
Assembly Periods
Secondary 1 & 2 1.40 pm to 2.30 pm
(Mondays)
Secondary 3 & 4 10.30 am to 11.20 am
(Mondays)
Break
Secondary 1, 2, 3 & 4 9.30 am to 9.40 am
Extra Break 1.50 pm to 2.10 pm
(Wednesdays)
Recess
Secondary 1 & 2 10.30 am to 11.10 am
Secondary 3 & 4 11.20 am to 12.00 pm


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The Singapore Flag

The Singapore Flag shall be halved
horizontally - red over white. It shall
have at the top of the hoist a crescent
moon sided by five stars in a circle, all
in white. The ratio of the width to the
length of the flag shall be two to three.
The colour red is symbolic of universal
brotherhood and equality of man, and
the colour white signifies pervading
and everlasting purity and virtue. The
crescent represents a young country
on the ascent in its ideals of establishing democracy, peace, progress,
justice and equality as indicated by the five stars.

Majulah Singapura
Mari kita rakyat Singapura
Sama-sama menuju, bahagia.
Cita-cita kita yang mulia
Berjaya Singapura!
Mari-lah kita bersatu,
Dengan semangat yang baru
Semua kita berseru Onward Singapore
Majulah Singapura! Come, fellow Singaporeans
Majulah Singapura! Let us progress towards happiness
together
May our noble aspiration bring
Singapore success
Come, let us unite
In a new spirit
Let our voices soar as one
Onward Singapore
Onward Singapore

Our Pledge
We, the citizens of Singapore, pledge ourselves as one
united people regardless of race, language or religion, to
build a democratic society based on justice and equality
so as to achieve happiness, prosperity and progress for
our nation.

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The School Badge

The colours of the school crest are jade and gold. The
school motto is Sincerity, Courage, Generosity and
Service.
The Yin and Yang sections of the Symbol are in gold
and jade respectively. This symbol, which represents
the universe, light and darkness, life and death, was
adopted primarily because it was Chinese in origin
and character. More significantly, it represents the
essence of Chinese philosophy - in consonance with the
tradition of the school.
Why then the strict adherence to the colours jade and gold? The answer
lies steeped in Chinese traditional norms – for gold and jade in Hokkien
(Kim Gek) connotes a young Chinese girl brought up and educated in the
best manner. One observes the relevance of this connotation in the context
of our current educational system, where the imparting of cultural values
is stressed. Perhaps SCGS can claim the distinction of being one of the
first few non-sectarian aided schools to inculcate cultural values implicitly
rather than explicitly - for these values have been with us since the
inception of the school.

The School Flag

S incerity • C ourage • G enerosity • S ervice


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School Philosophy
The Singapore Chinese Girls’ School was established upon a bedrock
of high standards and the aspiration and will to create equal educational
opportunities for girls as a means of developing their character and
academic ability. In accordance with this philosophy, the school has
built up a tradition of excellence and produced pupils who are active and
constructive members of society.
The School colours are gold and jade, these arising from a Chinese
metaphor “金玉” or “ Jinyu “ which refers to young ladies who are the
treasures of their family because they embody the virtues of filial piety,
gentility, kindness, propriety and diligence.
Mission Statement
To develop each pupil’s character and abilities to her fullest potential
according to her individual pace and aspirations, so as to prepare her for
meaningful roles in the community.
Vision Statement
To be an asset to the country by developing capable women of character
and relevance.
Value Statement
To develop strong moral fibre and integrity among our pupils and the
school values of Sincerity, Courage, Generosity and Service.
Mission Objective
To develop strong moral fibre and integrity among our pupils and the
school values of Sincerity, Courage, Generosity and Service.

1. To inculcate in pupils desirable moral and social values within a

constructive environment in order that they may contribute positively
to society.
2. To promote in pupils a positive self-image by developing in them
articulate speech, social and communication skills.
3. To nurture and reinforce in pupils positive work ethos so as
to enable them to strive for the highest possible standard for
themselves in their personal and public lives.
4. To promote an all round development of pupils with a well balanced
education within the framework of the National Education Policy.
5. To instil in pupils a sense of national identity and to develop loyal
citizens.

* Footnote: Jinyu is the Pinyin version. Its original dialect form is “Kim
Gek”.


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A n SCGS E d u c a t i o n
Singapore Chinese Girls’ School is a rare type of school in Singapore. It is
counted in several categories which are not common to most other schools. As
a school, SCGS is:
• A full school;
• A single-sex school;
• A single session school;
• A grant-in-aid school with an Independent Secondary Division; and
• A premier school.

Founded in 1899 by five Straits Chinese gentlemen, including Sir Ong Siang
Song and Dr Lim Boon Keng, it began as a school for Chinese girls, teaching
romanised Malay, Chinese, English, Arithmetic, Geography, Music and Sewing.
The school opened in Hill Street in June 1899 with just 7 pupils. By 1900 there
were 60 and the school was, by then, a Government Aided School and the
pupils were taught until Standard 3.

1908 saw the school with an average of 200 pupils and

SCGS was formed into a limited liability company and the
school occupied the building at the corner of Coleman and Hill
Streets (later the site of the Hill Street Fire Station). In 1925
it moved to Emerald Hill, to the site of Dr Lim Boon Keng’s
family home, where it was to remain for close to 70 years.

In 1994, SCGS moved to 190 Dunearn Road, a site five

times the size of its Emerald Hill Home.

As a full school, SCGS is run as one, with a common

purpose and vision. It sees itself meeting the educational
needs of each pupil at their point of need and sees the school nurturing and
grooming the girls to become capable women of character and relevance.

As we grow, we welcome new blood and fresh ideas, especially at Sec. 1, by

opening our doors for a major intake while not denying our Primary 6 pupils
priority for entry. Again at Sec. 3, the school welcomes scholars who bring the
world to the school even as we send our pupils abroad in visits and exchanges.

The school also approaches its programme

as a whole, taking into account the delivery
of education through the provision of a sound
academic foundation and teaching lessons
for life through its co-curricular programme.
The variety within this balanced and holistic
approach makes the school a lively and
interesting home school for young girls.


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SCGS was a pioneer in many Co-curricular activities – Girl Guides, Red Cross,
National Cadet Corps, gymnastics and dance. It entered into these activities
with gusto garnering top awards and accolades.

The Principals and staff of the school, beginning with the string of dedicated
English Headmistresses of the school in the early until the post-WWII years
ensured that high standards were kept. Beyond them, Miss Tan Sock Kern
(1956 – 1978) and Miss Rosalind Heng (1979 – 2006), took the school to
greater heights in reputation and achievement.

In 1989, SCGS was one of two pioneer girls’ schools to take on independent
status and in its growth since then continues to rank among the top schools
in Singapore. The school has embarked on Knowledge Management, and
is actively examining and developing a wide range of authentic learning
experiences to build the knowledge worker for the world of the future.

SCGS education promises you holistic teaching, care and exposure in

the hands of a capable and committed professional team, spread over a
programme of ten years.

SCGS takes a child from Primary 1 (6 years old), through the Primary School
Leaving Examination, to Secondary 4 (sixteen years old) to graduate with
the GCE ‘O’ Levels. This widely recognized exit examination marks a critical
intersection which leads to many possible educational and career options at a
timely interval.

The 16 year old SCGS graduate is poised to make a sound assessment of her
abilities and direction in life. Whether in terms of a solid academic programme,
exposure to a wide range of circumstances for general knowledge, practical
skills to cope with life, ability to make sense of the world, social and moral
conscience, the capacity and ability to lead, the knowledge and practice of
a healthy lifestyle or the appreciation of the aesthetics, the SCGS graduate
would have been educated in these aspects of life.

Our century long history in providing foundational education for bright futures
and our track record gives this assurance. Staying relevant, aware and
appreciative of the present and the future while drawing lessons from the past,
keeps the school on a steady and balanced course and ensures the integrity of
the SCGS programme.

Today, Mrs Low Ay Nar is the Principal of SCGS, succeeding Miss Rosalind
Heng, and taking on the challenge of refining the full school model to better
match the developmental needs of the pupils to become self-directed learners.


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K ey A chievements
Performance in GCE ‘O’ Level Examinations (5-year trend)

Based on 'O' levels for year 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Value Added Award Top 25 Top 25 Top 20 GOLD GOLD

Rank 10th 8th Band 1 Band 2 Band 1

Passed 5 O-Levels or more 99.6% 100% 100% 100% 100%

Passed 7 O-Levels or more 98.8% 96.7% 98.5% 97.8% 96.6%

Passed with 5 distinctions or more 62.4% 59.8% 68.3% 65.7% 71.1%

Qualifying for Junior College 96.3% 96.7% 98.8% 96.4% 98.5%

Performing Arts (Singapore Youth Festival Awards)

CCA Group 2001 2003 2005

Band BRONZE SILVER GOLD
Choir GOLD GOLD GOLD
Dance GOLD GOLD GOLD with Honours
Drama GOLD GOLD GOLD
Handbells Did not compete in SYF SILVER GOLD

# SYF is held once every 2 years.

The school has attained the Sustained Achievement Award for Arts in 2004
and 2006.
Uniformed Groups (3-year trend)
UNIFORMED
2003 2004 2005
GROUPS
Girl Guides Puan Noor Aishah Puan Noor Aishah Puan Noor Aishah
Honour Award Honour Award Honour Award
(2 Golds) (2 Bronzes) (1 Silver, 1 Gold)
NCC (Girls) Best Unit Award Best Unit Award Best Unit Award
(Silver) (Silver) (Bronze)
RED CROSS Excellent Unit Award Excellent Unit Award Excellent Unit Award
(Gold) (Gold) (Gold)
Community Service Community Service Community Service
Award Award Award
(Gold) (Silver) (Gold)

The school has also received the second Sustained Achievement Award for
Uniformed Groups in 2003.


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Sports (5-year trend)

Game/Sports
2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
(National Championship)
B Div BRONZE 4th 4th BRONZE 4th
Gymnastics (Artistics)
C Div SILVER 4th BRONZE 4th 4th
B Div SILVER GOLD SILVER BRONZE 4th
Gymnastics (Trampoline)
C Div SILVER GOLD GOLD ­– GOLD
B Div SILVER GOLD GOLD SILVER GOLD
Squash
C Div GOLD SILVER SILVER GOLD SILVER
B Div BRONZE 5th 4th – 5th
Swimming
C Div 4th 4th – ­4th 6th
B Div SILVER SILVER – ­4th –
Tennis
C Div – – – BRONZE 4th

Golf B Div – – SILVER – –

Badminton C Div – – – 4th SILVER

The School has attained the Sustained Achievement Award for Sports in 2006.
TAF Achievement 2002-2006
Year 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
Band A A A A A
Position within the band 5 7 4 2 6
Fitness-Index 91.87 92.00 93.54 93.81 93.17
Overweight Percentage 7.47 7.8 6.55 6.10 6.80
Physical Fitness Test 97.86 96.8 98.5 98.1 97.85
Award GOLD GOLD GOLD GOLD GOLD

The Secondary School has been awarded the Trim and Fit (TAF) Silver/Gold Award for the last
five years, 2002-2006. The cornerstone of its success lies in the rigorous and vibrant Physical
Education Programme together with the inculcation of a healthy lifestyle, good eating habits and
proper feminine and physical grooming. The School has attained the SAA for Physical Fitness in
2005 and 2006.

P hysical F itness A ward , T he  A rts  A ward  

A nd  T he  S ports  A ward (P rimar y D ivision )
TAF Achievement 2002 - 2006
Year 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
Band A A A A A
Position within the band 2 2 2 3 1
Fitness-Index 93.9 93.5 94.08 93.12 92.9
Overweight Percentage 8.2 8.6 8.4 8.0 8.3
Physical Fitness Test 96.42 98.04 98.74 97.09 99.6
Award GOLD GOLD GOLD GOLD GOLD

The school also received the Sustained Achievement Award for Sports in 2003 and the
Sustained Achievement Award for Arts in 2004 and 2005.
The school’s success is due to the total commitment of the teachers towards the
implementation of our comprehensive physical education, performing arts and co-curricular
programmes focusing on basic skills and special skills, as well as the full support of our parents in
the inculcation of a healthy and balanced lifestyle for our pupils.

 Staff

Board of D i r e ct o r s
Chairman Mr Cecil Wong
Members Miss Rosalind Heng Mr Low Siow Whatt
Miss Euleen Goh Miss Lucy Lim
Mr Tan Jiew Hoe Ms Kwa Kim Li
Mr David Wong Cheong Fook

N o n -T e a c h i n g S t a ff
Principal Mrs Low Ay Nar
Vice-Principals Mrs Shermaine Tang - Curriculum/Secondary Division
Mrs Ng-Teo Sock Hua - Primary Division
Chief Knowledge Officer Miss Koh Wee Koon
Bursar Mrs Liew Lee Lin
Registrar Mrs Julie Lee
Info & Comm. Mr Cheong Yong Meng
Technology Manager
Facilities Manager Mr Andrew Koh
Administration Manager Miss Josephine Tan
Operations Manager Mdm Lee Kar Ngoh
Secretary Mrs Irene Lim
Administrative Assistant Mrs Hannah Kwan
Corporate Support Miss Kelly Soh Miss Adrenna Kan Mrs Jennie Low
Officers Mrs Low Kay Mui Mrs Judith Lee Miss Chee Foong Sau
Dance Administrator Mrs Serena Chew
Library Assistant Miss Lee Kam Yen
Office Attendant Mdm Linda Ooi
Technical Officers Mr Mohamed Mulyani Mr Lim Sep Kuen
Technicial Officer (ICT) Mr Richard Lai
School Attendants Mdm Chan Mei Koon Mdm Phang Chia Chin
Mdm Tan Kah Eng Mdm Ng Nge Moi
Senior Lab Technician Mr Wong Man Ki
Lab Technicians Mrs Kang Lee Chin Mr Tang Ah Toh
Lab Attendants Mrs Lim Yen Peng Mdm Neo Siew Geok

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S e c o n d a r y S c h o o l S t a ff
Senior Head(Pupil Development) Miss Kim Lee Huang
Senior Teacher (Staff Development) Mrs Khong Bee
Heads of Department Mrs Tina Neoh English Language & Literature
Mdm Kwek Siew Hoon Mother Tongue Language
Mrs Chua Poh Leng Humanities
Mrs Chan Sock Har Mathematics
Mrs C. Yogeeswaran Science
Mrs Low Yee Lan Pupil Administration (till 31 Jan 07)
Miss Audrey Tan Pupil Administration (wef 1 Feb 07)
Mrs Elaine Lim Pupil Welfare
Mr Ang Wee Boon Aesthetics/PE/CCA
Subject Heads Miss Sie Ha Wai Literature
Mrs Florence Tan History
Mrs Low Wee Leng Biology
Mrs Fei May Bowness PE
Level Heads Miss Christina Chua Staff Development
Miss Audrey Tan Pupil Administration (till 31 Jan 07)
Mrs Tan Mui Tiang Pupil Adminsitration (wef 1 Feb 07)
Full Time School Counsellor Miss Julie Wee
Prefect Mistress Miss Leong Kai Ling
Sports Secretary Mrs Linda Lee
Head Dance Programme Mrs Jean Chan
Asst Head Dance Programme Miss Leona Jane Deans
Class Form Teachers Co-operating Teachers
Sec 1SY Miss Sie Ha Wai Mr Sim Mong Shing
Sec 1CO Miss Hing Siew Bee Mrs Tan Mui Tiang
Sec 1GY Mrs Charissa Tan Mrs Lee Puay Leng
Sec 1SE Mrs Kee Hing Ling Mrs Julia Lew
Sec 1PE Mrs Quek Kooi Lian Miss Chan Sok Mun
Sec 1GR Mrs Fei May Bowness Miss Natalie Cheong (RT)
Sec 1PR Miss Evelyn Ku Mdm Kwek Siew Hoon
Sec 2SY Mrs Jiang Jing Hong Miss Samantha Toh (RT)
Sec 2CO Mr John Teo Mrs Khong Bee
Sec 2GY Mdm Marini bte Hassan Mr Ang Wee Boon
Sec 2SE Mrs Cha Wai Mun Mdm Lee Week Kin (RT)
Sec 2PE Mrs Feng Rong Mr Tee Leng Teck
Sec 2GR Mrs Hee Gee Kheng Mrs Cheong Sock Ching
Sec 2PR Mrs Dora Fernandez Mrs Tsoi Li Min
Sec 3SY Mrs Low Wee Leng Miss Kavita D Kaur
Sec 3CO Mr Teh Keng Chuan Mrs Cindi Choo
Sec 3GY Mrs Wang Yoke Gin Mr Lau Beng Hwee
Sec 3SE Miss Chua Kwee Choo Miss Charissa Wong (RT)
Sec 3PE Miss Vivienne Pang Mrs Eunice de Silva
Sec 3GR Mrs Shanti Loganathan Mr Cheng Chang Hup
Sec 3PR Mrs Elaine Lee Miss Goh Lay Hoon
Sec 3DG Mr Tang Hung Bun Miss Diane Hu
Sec 4SY Miss Belle Tan Mr Brian Francis
Sec 4CO Mrs Lee Soo Cheng Miss Leong Kai Ling
Sec 4GY Miss Doreen Lau Miss Teng Mei Fong
Sec 4SE Miss Beh Mui Leng Mr Johari Khalil
Sec 4PE Mrs Amanda Chia Mrs Lim Siew Joo
Sec 4GR Mrs Chen Li Hsi Mrs Chua Poh Leng
Sec 4PR Miss Seow Lay Kuen Mrs Chan Sock Har
Sec 4DG Mrs Linda Lee Miss Audrey Tan
SY Sincerity CO Courage GY Generosity SE Service
PE Perseverance GR Grace PR Prudence DG Diligence

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P r i m a r y S c h o o l S t a ff
Heads of Departments Mrs Anne Ravi English Language
Mdm Liu Ying Ying Mother Tongue
Miss Jacqueline Tan Science
Mrs Annie Tan Mathematics
Mrs Karen Ng PE, CCA & Aesthetics
Mrs Boh Shiao Jean Discipline Mistress/Pastoral Care
Mrs Lee Meng Choo Information Technology/Media Resource Library
Subject Heads Mrs Wong Xin Ying Civics and Moral Education
Level Heads Mrs Gursharn Singh English Language
Miss Margaret Ee Mathematics
Sports Secretary Miss Marina Bte Saruwan
Asst Sport Secretary Miss Yeo Hwee Khim
Level Class Form Teachers
Primary 1 Sincerity Mdm Jill Yip Wei Wei
Courage Miss Durrat Salleh
Generosity Mrs Lim Li-Lien
Service Mrs Lori Kam
Prudence Mrs Eng Lee Choo
Grace Miss Jacqueline Tan
Primary 2 Sincerity Miss Marina Saruwan
Courage Miss Shuhaila Sidik
Generosity Mrs Tay Eng Lee
Service Mrs Cecilia Wong
Prudence Mrs Lim Cheo Mee
Grace Mdm Ho Shujun
Primary 3 Sincerity Mrs Bernadette Ong
Courage Miss Chan Yin Fun
Generosity Mrs Siti Farid
Service Miss Doreen Ting
Prudence Miss Pang Xin
Primary 4 Sincerity Miss Loo Mee Lin
Courage Mdm Lim Poh Lai
Generosity Miss Winnie Liew
Service Miss Miranti Abdullah
Prudence Miss Koh Yee Sung
Primary 5 Sincerity Mdm Tan Siok Peng
Courage Mrs Faridah Zakaria
Generosity Miss Yeo Hwee Khim
Service Mrs Teo Kit See
Prudence Miss Goh Ai Ling
Primary 6 Sincerity Mrs Angelina Eu
Courage Mrs Lee Chiew Juan
Generosity Mrs Wee Liang Tin
Service Miss Theresa Seow
Prudence Miss Theophania Chia
Non-Form Teachers Miss Cheong Huiming Mrs Boh Shiao Jean
Mrs Ethel See Mrs Karen Ng
Miss Xiang Wen Juan Mrs Anne Ravi
Mrs H A Mohidin Mrs Annie Tan
Mdm Liu Ying Ying Mrs Marion Tan
Mdm Noor Aisha Mrs Wong Xin Ying
Mrs Lee Meng Choo Mrs Gursharn Singh
Miss Margaret Ee Miss Lee Wei Hwa
Mdm Norrizaliani Bte Jahari
Learning Support Coordinator Mrs Marion Tan

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General Information

S chool F ees
Primary School pupils pay school fees and miscellaneous fees
according to the rates and guidelines set by the Ministry of Education for
Government and Government-Aided Schools.
In the Secondary School, the school fees for 2007 (inclusive of GST)
are $200 per month for students who are Singapore Citizens, $220 per
month for Permanent Residents and $400 per month for foreign students
regardless of the citizenship status of their parents.
For students who are Permanent Residents, the monthly fees for
2008 will increase to $240.
School fees are due and payable bi-monthly in advance and deducted
through GIRO. Fees, once paid or deducted, will not be refunded.

G o v e r n m e n t F i n a n c i a l A ss i st a n c e S c h e m e
Under this scheme subsidies of 50%, 75% or 100% of the monthly
school fees are available to needy Secondary School pupils. Pupils
from families with monthly gross household income of $3,750 or less,
or household income per dependent child of not more than $1,875 will
qualify for assistance.

Only pupils who are Singapore citizens, are eligible to apply.

SCGS F i n a n c i a l A ss i st a n c e S c h e m e
The SCGS Endowment Fund assists needy pupils by giving a
monthly allowance to provide for their pocket money and transport
expenses and paying for the pupils’ books, examination fees and
compulsory enrichment programmes.
The Fund also has a school fees subsidy scheme for Secondary
School pupils from families with monthly income exceeding the Ministry’s
criteria to qualify under the Government Financial Assistance Scheme
but who are in need of assistance due to special circumstances.

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E dusave E ntrance S cholarships

F or I ndependent S chools (EESIS)
Every year, after the release of the PSLE results, the Ministry of
Education will invite eligible PSLE pupils who are Singaporeans to apply for
the Edusave Entrance Scholarships for Independent Schools (EESIS).
The EESIS are awarded to the top one-third of the pupils posted to
Secondary One in all the independent schools based on their PSLE results.
The scholarship covers the annual school fees charged by the independent
school less $156 (the annual amount of school and miscellaneous fees paid
by pupils in other secondary schools). The scholarship will be for the full
four years of study in the independent school.

E dusave (I ndependent S chools )

Y early A wards (EISYA)
The Ministry of Education gives additional yearly awards at the end of
each academic year to the top 5% pupils in each independent school who
are not already EESIS holders. These yearly awards are to encourage
and reward pupils who excel academically and to give another chance
to those who were not selected in the initial round based on their PSLE
results. Selection for these yearly awards will be based on the pupils’ school
examination results for that year. Each award will cover the school fees
charged by the independent school less $156.

E dusave G ood P rogress A wards (GPA)

The Good Progress Award (GPA) is given to 10% of each level
and stream of pupils who have shown good progress. Only Singapore
citizens will qualify for the awards which are valued as follows:
■ Primary 2 to 3 : $50
■ Primary 4 to 6 : $100
■ Secondary : $150

E dusave M erit B ursary (EMB)

The Edusave Merit Bursary (EMB) is awarded by the Citizens’
Consultative Committee to the top 25% of Singaporean students from
families earning less than $4,000 a month. The Government has set
up the scheme to encourage children from these families to excel in
their studies.
The EMB is a yearly award and the quantum is as follows:
■ Primary 1 to 3 : $150
■ Primary 4 to 6 : $200
■ Secondary : $250

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E dusave S cholarship F or P rimary S chools

(ESPS)
The Edusave Scholarship for Primary Schools (ESPS) introduced in
1996, is to reward the effort of pupils in Primary 5 and 6 and to motivate
them to excel in their studies. The scholarship will be given to pupils
who are Singapore Citizens and who are among the top 10% of the
Primary 5 and 6 pupils of each level and stream in the school.
The quantum of the awards is as follows:
■ Top 5% : $300
■ Next 5% : $250

Edusave Award For Achievement, Good Leadership &

Service (Eagles)
This award is given to 5% of the Primary 4 – 6 pupils in the Primary
School and 5% of pupils in the Secondary School who must satisfy both
1st and 2nd tier criteria for the year:
EAGLES 1st tier Criteria
• Overall marks of at least 50%
• Singapore Citizen
• Good conduct and one of the criteria:
n Awards in Leadership – Assumed leadership appointments in
core activities recognized by CCAB for computing CCA points
n Awards in Achievement – Represented their school in
competitions, exhibitions or performances recognized by
CCAB for computing CCA points
n Awards in Service – Completed a minimum of 12 hours service
(for Primary School) and 16 hours service (for Secondary
School) to the school or under the CIP
EAGLES 2nd tier Criteria
• Primary School – Pupils who have been awarded CCA points and
considered for the award will be assessed by all teachers.
• Secondary School – Pupils should be nominated by their
respective team of CCA teachers & selected using points system.
Equal recognition is given to each of the 3 areas, Leadership,
Achievement and Service.

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SCGS M erit A wards

The top twenty pupils in the final examinations at each level (from
Primary 6 to Secondary 3) will receive merit awards of $500 per year, in
the following year, if they continue their studies in the school.

O ther S cholarships
There are several scholarships offered by large organizations and
foundations to our pupils. Pupils will be kept informed as and when
applications are invited for the scholarships.

S tudent P ersonal /A ccident I nsurance

The school makes arrangements for pupils to be insured against
accidents at a group rate. Payment is collected early in the year.

P upil G uidance and C ounselling

The Pupil Guidance and Counselling Scheme was set up for the
purpose of meeting pupils' social and emotional needs as well as
providing advice through career eduction curriculum and career activities.
Pupils can approach their class teachers/ School teacher, counselor/
career guidance coordinator.
Regarding pupils' personal problems, if advisable, the pupil may be
referred to one of the Government or private organisations for specialized
help. This is done only with the parents' consent.

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C ounselling H otlines and S ocial W ork

A gencies to H elp Y ouths
Contact Hotline
SOS 1800-6221 4444
Youthline (interpersonal & family problems) 6336 3434
Pregnancy Crisis 6339 9770
Teen Challenge 6442 0918 / 6669 1611
Touch Youth Services 6440 0533
Student Care Service 6778 6867

S tudent S mart C ard (SSC)

All students are issued with a School Smart Card (SSC) which
acts as a Student Identification Card as well as proof of eligibility
for concessionary travel in public buses and MRT. The SSC is not
transferable.
With effect from 31 January 2005 onwards, for ad hoc first issue of
concession cards or replacement services, visit any Card Replacement
Office listed below.

• Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange Bring along:

• Hougang Central Bus Interchange Passport Size Photo (coloured)
• Jurong East Bus Interchange Damaged Pass, (if applicable)
• Pasir Ris Bus Interchange Original Birth Certificate/
• Sembawang MRT Station Identification Card
• Tiong Bahru MRT Station Foreign Student Pass
TransitLink Customer Service Centre Replacement Charge: $19
Tel: 1800-225 5663

T he SCGS A lumni
The Alumni was formed in 1978. It plays an important role in
maintaining school links and fostering the spirit of the school. The Alumni
participates in many of the activities of the school as well as rendering
assistance in fund raising and helping needy pupils.
A pupil who has completed her education may apply to join the
Alumni. Annual membership subscription is $100 and life-membership
is $300. Membership application forms are available in the school office.
More details about the Alumni can be obtained from Ms Teo Siew Hong
at 9632 3060 or Mrs Linda Lee at 9800 9290.

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B ookshop
The school bookshop sells school exercise books, badges and stationery.
The bookshop will operate as follows:
The bookshop will operate from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm (Mondays to Fridays)
The school bookshop is operated by:
Asia Book Company
1 Butterworth Lane
Dawn Ville #04-04
Singapore 439444
Telephone: 6844 0787

U niform S hop
Ready made School uniforms and PE attire are supplied by:
Bibi & Baba
1 Scotts Road
#03-06/07 Shaw Centre
Singapore 228208
Tel: 6732 7022
Operating Hours: 10 am to 7.30 pm (Monday to Saturday)
10 am to 6 pm (Sunday)
Pupils may purchase the uniforms directly from the shop. Pupils who
require to be specially measured for their school uniforms will be charged an
additional fee.

S chool D ental C entre

Singapore Chinese Girls’ School
Telephone: 6256 3501

P rivate S chool B us
The school’s coordinator for private school bus is Mdm Janet Teo who
can be contacted at handphone no. 9128 7930. Parents with problems in
arranging transport for their children should contact Mdm Teo.

P ublic T ransport
The nearest MRT stations are the Newton MRT Station and the Novena MRT
Station.

Public buses serving the school are:

SBS 66, 67, 170, 57,48 Bus stops along Bukit Timah
TIBS 171, 960, 700 Road and Dunearn Road
SBS 105, 132, 151, 153, 154, 156, 186, 67, Bus stops along both sides
57 TIBS 190,700, 960 of Whitley Road

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School Rules

School Rules
A ttendance
1. Pupils are expected to attend school and CCA punctually and regularly.
2. Attendance at the flag raising ceremony is compulsory for all pupils. Pupils who are Singapore
Citizens must sing the National Anthem and take the Pledge. Pupils will take the Pledge with
the right fist placed over the heart.
3. Pupils are not allowed to leave the school during school hours without permission of the
teachers or the Principal. Any such act will be considered an act of truancy.
4. Parents/guardians must telephone the school to notify the school of their daughter’s/ward’s
absence before the end of the first period.
5. If a pupil is absent from school, she must produce either a letter from her parents/guardian
to explain her absence or a medical certificate. This letter or medical certificate must be
submitted to the form teacher the very day she returns to school.
6. Pupils should not take leave of absence during term time to travel abroad without the
permission of the Principal.
7. Request to leave school during school hours: a letter from parents/guardians addressed
to the form teacher should be submitted at least 3 working days ahead (except for emergency
cases). Pupils will be issued an ‘Early Release Form’ and be sent to the office where parents/
guardians will sign the form and pick them up.
8. Absence for tests and examinations: pupils must produce a medical certificate to cover the
period of absence. Without a medical certificate, pupils will be given zero marks for the paper
that they missed.

C onduct
1. Pupils should be respectful of all teachers and be helpful and courteous to everyone, visitors,
staff and schoolmates alike.
2. Each pupil has a responsibility to take advantage of the opportunities for learning provided
for her and should at all times whether in school, at special classes or on field trips, conduct
herself in such manner as to receive the maximum benefit from these. Any deliberate
disruptive behaviour is disrespectful and a violation of the rights of all who are involved in the
educational process.
3. Pupils should be well-behaved and observe discipline in all areas of school life.
4. Pupils in school uniform should not loiter or misbehave in food, shopping or entertainment
centres.
5. Truancy, vandalism, acts of dishonesty, cheating, theft, behaviour that threatens the safety of
others, and other acts which bring the school’s name into disrepute will render the offender
liable to suspension or expulsion from school.
6. Pupils must not remain within the classrooms during recess unless on duty or at any time
outside curriculum time unless permission is given by a teacher or if it rains heavily.
7. There must be no consumption of food or sweet drinks in the classroom.
8. During 10-min breaks, pupils must consume their snacks outside their classrooms. During
recess, pupils must leave their classrooms. They may consume snacks at their respective
level galleries or amphitheatre and all other food are to be consumed in the canteen. During
the 30-min break on long school days, pupils are allowed to go to the canteen.
9. At recess time in the school canteen, pupils must queue for their food. After eating, pupils
must return all eating utensils to the respective stalls. Non-disposable utensils must not be
removed from the canteen.
10. Pupils must adhere strictly to the conditions for the usage of handphones and electronic
storage devices for music. Failure to comply will result in a booking and confiscation of the
device. (Refer to ‘Rules governing the pupils’ use of handphones and electronic storage
devices for music’).

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D ress C ode
1. Pupils are to wear the school uniform in a neat and appropriate way to reflect positively on
themselves and uphold the name of the School.
a. The full school uniform should be worn with the school badge, pinned at the same level
as the collar line.
b. The school belt must be worn at the waist at all times.
c. The length of the full school uniform and the P.E. skirt must not be more than 7cm
above the knee.
d. The P.E. skirt must not be folded at the waist.
e. Undergarments must not be visible.
f. School socks are compulsory. The SCGS letterings must be fully visible at all times
and must cover the ball of the ankle.
g. School shoes must be all white and kept clean at all times. Pupils with medical
condition must seek permission from the school for the use of special footwear. Special
footwear, if permitted, should not be slippers. Only strapped sandals should be worn.
h. The school uniform, or any T-shirt bearing the letters “SCGS” or the SCGS logo, when
worn in public, must be in its entirety, e.g. no slippers or shorts should be worn with the
school attire.
i. A jacket, if needed, must be the school jacket.
There should be no modification to the school uniform.
2. Pupils are to wear the prescribed school uniform as reflected by the class timetable.
3. Shoulder length hair must be tied up. Hair must be neat and tidy, no fringe below the
eyebrows. Outlandish hairstyles, tinted, dyed, streaked or coloured hair are not allowed.
4. Hair accessories must be solid black, blue or white i.e. no glitter or different shades.
5. One identical pair of inexpensive stud earrings or ear sticks may be worn at the lowest part
of the earlobes. The studs must not exceed 0.5cm in diameter.
6. Pupils have the obligation to maintain a reasonable degree of personal cleanliness. Nails
should be kept short and clean. No nail hardener or varnish may be used.
7. Religious medallions may be worn with the permission of the form teacher, but chains must
not be of precious metals.
8. Pupils are not allowed to wear make up at any time except when performing during
concerts.

U se of S chool P roperty
School facilities should be used appropriately. Each pupil has the responsibility to look after
school property and the school building and should not damage it in any way.

H andphones and electronic storage

devices for music
Rules governing the pupils’ use of the above devices
Note: Pr 1, 2 & 3 pupils are not allowed to bring the above devices to school.

Pupils may bring the above devices to school subject to the following:

1. Parents/Guardians have given their permission and the above devices are brought at
their own risk. The school will not be responsible for any loss or damage.
2. The above devices are to be switched off upon arrival at school.
3. The above devices may be used only after school hours which include all curriculum
time, break, recess, assembly, CCA, enrichment programmes, supplementary classes,
remedial classes and any structured school activities.
4. The above devices may be used only at the:
a. School Canteen
b. Peranakan Garden
c. Back of School Office

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d. Corridor outside CCA Rooms

e. Corridor outside Gymnasium
f. Corridor outside Band Room
g. Corridor outside Dance Studio
h. Corridor outside School Hall
i. Gallery of School Hall
j. School Lobby
5. Pupils breaching any of these rules will be booked and have the above devices
confiscated for three months. They will be barred from bringing any other such device
for those three months.
6. The above devices may be collected by the parents/guardians at the end of the three
months’ confiscation from the school office.
7. The use of the camera in handphones is strictly prohibited.
8. When not in use, handphones must be on silent mode.

C ategories of offences and demerit points

MINOR OFFENCES
Attire and Grooming Misconduct
Belts Eating outside designated areas 1 pt
Dyed hair Disruptive and unruly behavior 1 pt
Earrings Use of handphones / electronic devices 2 pts
Fingernails Defiance and rudeness 3 pts
Hair accessories
1 pt
Footwear Attendance
Short skirt Latecoming
2 pts
Socks Skipping lessons/classes
Visible undergarments

Wrong uniform

MAJOR OFFENCES
Misconduct Attendance
Abuse of IT Leaving school without permission
5 pts
Arson Skipping school without valid reasons
Cheating in tests and
exams
Fighting
Forgery
Gambling
Gangsterism 5 pts
Possession of
pornographic materials
Possession of weapons
Smoking
Substance abuse
Theft
Vandalism
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A ctions T aken
• Pupils who acquire 8 demerit points will receive warning letters which must be
acknowledged by parents/guardians and returned to the Year Heads on the next
working day.
• Pupils who acquire 12 demerit points will serve detention. The offences will also
be recorded into the School Cockpit system.
• Pupils who acquire 12 demerit points may not be considered for leadership
positions, and will be stripped of leadership positions should they hold one.
• Pupils who acquire 16 demerit points will serve a second detention. The offences
will also be recorded into the School Cockpit system.
• Pupils who acquire 20 demerit points will be suspended from school for 3-7 days.
• Pupils who continue to acquire demerit points after suspension and for repeated
and major offences may be expelled.

M ajor O ffences
• Pupils who commit major offences (Attendance) will acquire 5 points and serve
detention. The offences will also be recorded into the School Cockpit system.
• Pupils who commit major offences (Misconduct) will acquire 5 points and
suspension from school for 3-7 days. The offences will also be recorded into the
School Cockpit system.
• Pupils who commit a major offence (Attendance/Misconduct) will be stripped of
their leadership positions should they hold one.
• Pupils who commit several Major Offences may be expelled.
The points for both categories will run concurrently.

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Dress Code

D r e ss C o d e

Prefect’s Uniform School Uniform

P. E. Uniform P. E and CCA Attire

(T-shirt and skirt to be used (T-shirt and shorts for secondary
only on P.E. days) School pupils.
T-shirt and bloomers for primary
School pupils)

Photographed by Mr Teh Keng Chuan

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 Plan Of The School

● Tennis Courts
● Practice Court
AD ● Running Track
RO
EY ● Basketball / Netball Court
ITL
WH ● Squash Courts

W
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1 Canteen
2 General Office, Lecture
Theatre
3 Dance Studios, Auditorium DU
NE
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4 Bus Bay
▼ Pedestrian Gates

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 1 Primary School Classrooms 1 Secondary School Classrooms
2 Primary School Hall 2 Secondary School Shaw Hall, Health
Badminton Courts & Fitness Room, Gymnasium and
Badminton Courts
3 Primary School Staff Room,
Library 3 Secondary School Computer Labs
4 Secondary School Science Labs
5 Secondary School Staff Room, Library,
Covered Amphitheatre

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3
5
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2
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 Facilities

Facilities
The school is centrally located on a 4.8 hectare site at the junction of
Whitley and Dunearn Roads. The teaching blocks are tucked away from
the hustle and bustle of the major thoroughfares. There are many quiet
and tranquil courtyards for pupils to sit and study and have discussions
with friends.

T eaching F acilities
■ 32 Primary School Classrooms ■ AVA Room (90-seater)
■ 32 Secondary School Classrooms ■ AVA Room 1 (50-Seater)
■ 6 Science Laboratories ■ AVA Room 2 (50-Seater)
■ 1 Life Science Laboratory
■ 3 Music Rooms
■ 7 Computer Laboratories
■ 2 IT Resource Rooms
■ 2 Cookery Rooms
■ 1 Band Room
■ 3 Art and Craft Rooms
■ 7 Special Teaching Rooms
■ Lecture Theatre (300-seater)

E nrichment , CCA and S ports F acilities

■ Auditorium (618-seater) ■ 2 Health & Fitness Rooms
■ Covered Amphitheatre ■ 6 Indoor Badminton Courts
■ Open Amphitheatre ■ 4 Basketball cum Netball
■ Primary School Hall Courts
■ Secondary School Hall ■ 2 Tennis Courts
■ 2 Libraries ■ Tennis Practice Court
■ Self Study Room ■ 4 Squash Courts
■ 8 CCA Rooms ■ Running Track
■ 2 Ecology Ponds
■ 3 Dance Studios O thers ...
■ Gymnasium ■ 2 Pastoral Care Rooms
■ 2 Counselling Rooms
■ Dental Clinic

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Prefectorial Board

P r e f e ct o r i a l B o a r d
The Prefectorial Board was established in 1951. Today, the Board is
about 42 strong in the Primary Divison and 57 strong in the Secondary
Divison. In the Primary Divison, prefects come from the Primary 5 and 6
levels. In the Secondary Division, prefects come from Secondary 2 to 4.
Prefects are nominated by the teachers, and elected by the pupils. The
Board is headed by a Head Prefect and 2 Vice-Head Prefects.
The chief duty of the prefects is to deal with disciplinary matters,
such as maintaining the school rules. They check on late comers, help
to supervise the classes in the teacher’s absence, carry out spot checks
to ensure that the correct uniform is worn and pupils are complying with
school rules. They also perform duties as required during official school
functions.
The prefects are always ready to serve the school. In carrying out
their duties in a caring and concerned manner, they uphold the motto of
the school and act as role models for the other pupils.
The prefects are elected on an annual basis. During their installation
they are required to say the Prefects’ Pledge.

T h e P r e f e cts ’ P l e d g e

‘‘ We prefects promise to strive for the good of the school

both alone and with many. We will obey the rules and do
our best to rouse respect for them in others. We promise
to encourage friendliness and cooperation. We renew a
promise of respect for those above us and to quicken
the girls’ sense of duty at all times. In this way, we hope
to leave the prefectship stronger and more useful than

’’
before.

Primary Secondary
Head Prefects Sarah Mow Wen Yi Rhea Tan Yan Ying
Vice-Head Prefects Daphne Leong Yu-Lin Tan Ze Lei
Nicola Chew Shenmei Foo Linyu
Prefect Mistresses Mrs Gursharn Singh (Advisor) Miss Leong Kai Ling
Mrs Tay Eng Lee
Mrs Faridah Zakaria

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 School Terms/Holidays

S c h o o l T e r ms & H o l i d a y s F o r 2007
First Term : Wed 03 Jan to Fri 09 Mar
Vacation : Sat 10 Mar to Sun 18 Mar

Second Term : Mon 19 Mar to Fri 25 May

Vacation : Sat 26 May to Sun 24 Jun

Third Term : Mon 25 Jun to Fri 31 Aug

Vacation : Sat 01 Sep to Sun 09 Sep

Fourth Term : Mon 10 Sep to Fri 16 Nov

Vacation : Sat 17 Nov to Mon 31 Dec

P ublic H olidays
New Year’s Day : Mon 01 Jan*
Chinese New Year : Sun 18 Feb and Mon 19 Feb
Good Friday : Fri 06 Apr
Labour Day : Tue 01 May
Vesak Day : Thu 31 May
National Day : Thu 09 Aug
Hari Raja Puasa : Sat 13 Oct
Deepavali : Thu 08 Nov
Hari Raya Haji : Thu 20 Dec
Christmas : Tue 25 Dec

*The following Tuesday, 2 Jan 2007 will be a public holiday in view of

Hari Raya Haji on 31 Dec 2006 falling on a Sunday
**The following Tuesday, 20 Feb 2007 will be a public holiday

S cheduled S chool H olidays

Youth Day : Sun 01 Jul*
Day after National Day : Fri 10 Aug
Teachers’ Day : Sat 01 Sep
Children’s Day (Pr Sch) : Mon 01 Oct*
(for primary schools & primary
sections of full schools only)

*The following Monday will be a scheduled school holiday

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T h e P r i m a r y S c h o o l A c a d e m i c S y st e m
T he F oundation S tage (P1 to P4)
The foundation stage emphasizes basic literacy and numeracy
skills to give pupils a firm foundation in the English Language, Mother
Tongue Langiage and Mathematics. All pupils follow a curriculum which
includes English Language, Mother Tongue Language and Mathematics
as core subjects from Primary 1 onwards. In addition, pupils will read
Science from Primary 3 onwards.

T he O rientation S tage (P5 to P6)

At the orientation stage, pupils are placed in one of the language
streams. These are:

■ English and Mother-Tongue

(Higher Chinese / Higher Malay / Higher Tamil)
■ English and Mother-Tongue Language
(Chinese / Malay / Tamil)
■ English and Mother-Tongue
(Basic Chinese / Basic Malay / Basic Tamil)

A differentiated curriculum is provided for pupils in the different

language streams in which core and extension topics are delineated.
In general, all pupils are expected to master the core topics, while
the learning and achievement levels in the extension topics can vary
according to pupils’ abilities.

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T h e P r i m a r y S c h o o l A c a d e m i c S y st e m
A ssessment M ode
Level Semester 1 Semester 2 Overall
Semestral Assessment Semestral Assessment
Pr 1 – 100% 100%
Pr 2 -5 40% 60% 100%

The Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) held at the end of

Primary 6 is a placement examination. It will assess the pupil’s ability
and place her in the appropriate secondary course, one that matches her
learning pace, ability and inclinations.
All pupils who take the PSLE and complete primary education
successfully will proceed to secondary school. Pupils will be channelled
to either the Special, Express or Normal course at the secondary level
depending on their PSLE results.

PSLE Grading System
Grade Mark Range Descriptor
A* ≥ 91 Has very good understanding of the subject
A 75 – 90
Has good understanding of the subject
B 60 – 74
C 50 – 59 Has adequate understanding of the subject
D 35 – 49 Has fair understanding of the subject
E 20 – 34 Has elementary understanding of the subject
U < 20 Has not met the requirement for the minimum grade

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The Primary School Curriculum

Examination Non-Examination
Subjects Subjects
The Foundation Stage English Language Art & Crafts
Primary 1 Mother Tongue Language Health Education
Mathematics Moral Education
Music
Physical Education
Social Studies
Primary 2 English Language Art & Crafts
Mother Tongue Language Health Education
Mathematics Moral Education
Music
Physical Education
Social Studies
Primary 3 English Language Art & Crafts
Mother Tongue Language Health Education
Mathematics Moral Education
Science Music
Physical Education
Social Studies

Primary 4 English Language Art & Crafts

Mother Tongue Language Health Education
Mathematics Moral Education
Science Music
Physical Education
Social Studies

The Orientation Stage English Language Art & Crafts

Primary 5 & 6 Mother Tongue Language Health Education
Higher Mother Tongue Language Moral Education
Basic Mother Tongue Language Music
Mathematics Physical Education
Science Social Studies

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The Secondary School Academic

S y st e m
The Secondary School offers only the Express Course (4 years) and
any pupil who is unable to meet the required standards at the end of the
year will be transferred to another school for the Normal Course (5 years).

F or S econdary O ne and T wo
■ Examination Subjects are: ■ Non-Examination Subjects are:
English Language Character Education
English Literature Physical Education
Mother-Tongue Language Music
Mathematics Art and Craft
General Science Home Economics
History Computer Studies
Geography
Higher Mother-Tongue Language
(offered to selected pupils)

F or S econdary T hree and F our

■ Compulsory Examination Subjects are:
English Language Combined Humanities
Mother-Tongue Language Mathematics
English Literature A Science Subject
■ Non-Examination Compulsory Subjects are:
Physical Education, Character Education
■ Elective Examination Subjects are:
History Physics Music
Geography Chemistry Art
Additional Mathematics Biology
Foreign Language (conducted in the Ministry of Education Language Centre)

Pupils in Secondary Three and Four will offer seven to nine subjects,
but pupils offering Music or a Foreign Language may offer these subjects
as a tenth subject.

M usic as a S ubject at GCE ‘O’ L evels

Pupils who wish to take Music as a subject at GCE ‘O’ Levels can
submit their application to study the subject at the end of Secondary Two.
Selection is based on MOE guidelines. Classes are held after school
hours at designated music centres.

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The Secondary School Academic

S y st e m
A ssessments and E xaminations
All pupils will be assessed throughout the year. Secondary 4s will have a Preliminary
Exam, Secondary 1s, 2s & 3s will have a Final Exam.
Mid Year Exams will only be conducted for Secondary 3 Combined Humanities which
will be taught in a modular system.
Assessment Weighting for all subjects except Combined Humanities
Level CA1 CA2 SA
Sec 1 & 2 30% 30% 40%
Sec 3 25% 25% 50%
Sec 4 NA NA 100%

C ombined H umanities
The Combined Humanities subject comprises the Social Studies Module and an
Elective Humanities Module. Students will study one module each semester and at
the end of each, an examination will be conducted. The computation of the Sec 3
Combined Humanities subject will be as follows:
Assessment Weighting for Combined Humanities

Module 1 (Semester 1) Module 2 (Semster 2) Total

Level CA1 SA CA2 SA Overall

Sec 3 25% 25% 25% 25% 100%

C onditions for annual promotion

Secondary 1 and 2 Express Stream:
A pass will be given to all students who have at least a 50% pass in English Language
and attain at least a 50% aggregate pass for all subjects.
Secondary 1 and 2 Special Stream:
A pass will be given to all students who have at least a 50% pass in English Language
and in Higher Mother Tongue Language and attain at least a 50% aggregate pass for
all subjects.
Students who fail their Higher Mother Tongue Language will have their promotional
status reflected as ‘Failed’ and ‘Laterally Transferred to Secondary 2 Express or
Secondary 3 Express’ respectively.
Secondary 3 Special / Express Streams:
A pass will be given to all students who have at least a 50% pass in English Language
and attain at least a 50% pass for 4 other subjects.
Secondary 4 Special / Express Streams:
Refer to page “Options After ‘O’ Levels” – Requirements for Admission to Junior
Colleges / Centralised Institutes.

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C o -C u r r i c u l a r A ct i v i t i e s
CCA is an important aspect of life in SCGS. A wide range of CCA is
offered so that every student can fully develop her potential in the field of
sports and other activities.
It is compulsory for every pupil to take part in at least ONE CCA for
every year of study in SCGS. With the exception of Band and NCC,
pupils may change their CCA only when approval is given and when it
takes place at the beginning of the new year. However, pupils also take
part in a second CCA if time and schedule permit.
All pupils will follow the CCA Guidelines and LEAPS Grading System
Recognition in the form of points awarded will be given in areas of
Leadership, Enrichment, Achievements, Participation and Service. The
CCA Framework and LEAPS Grading System can be found in the SCGS
website.

CCA
Sports and Games Performing Arts
Badminton Band
Basketball Dance
Gymnastics Handbell
Netball Drama
Squash String Ensemble
Swimming Choir
Track and Field (Competition)
Tenpin Bowling
Tennis
Uniformed Groups Clubs And Societies
National Cadet Corps Art
Girl Guides Chinese Drama
Red Cross Debate
IT Club (Multimedia)
Chess
Library
Science (Optional)
Mathematics (Optional)

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C h o i c e s B e y o n d ‘O’ L e v e l s

Tertiary Education / Employment

{
GCE ‘A’ LEVEL
Post-Sec

IB
Others Polytechnic Overseas (2yrs) or JC /
(3yrs) Matriculation equiva- Pre-U
(1-2yrs) lent (2-3yrs)

Intergrated
Programme
(4-6 Years)

{
at selected schools

GCE ‘O’ LEVEL

Secondary

Special / Express Course

(4 Years)

{
PSLE
Primary

Foundation / Orientation Course

(6 Years)

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O p t i o n s A ft e r ‘O’ L e v e l s
(A) J unior C olleges
R equirements for admission to J unior C olleges
(2-Y ear C ourse )

■ AGGREGATE of Grades obtained in the First Language

& 5 Other Relevant Subjects, chosen as shown below,
in the GCE O-Level Examination (School Preliminary
Exam, for Provisional Admission only).
■ 1st Subject from Humanities (H) Group 6 to 20
■ 2nd Subject from Mathematics (M) or Science (S) Group
■ 3rd Subject from H or M or S Group

}
■ 4th Subject from H or M or S Group or any
■ 5th Subject other Subjects, excluding CCA
■ English Language (EL 1) Grade A1 to C6
■ Mother-Tongue Language (CL2/ML2/TL2) Grade OR A1 to D7
Higher Mother-Tongue Language (CL1/ML1/TL1) Grade A1 to E8
■ Mathematics or Additional Mathematics Grade A1 to D7

Bonus Point
• Bonus Points cannot be used to determine eligibility for the Pre-U
course.
• Students who obtained A1 to C6 in English Language and Higher
Chinese Language (HCL) or Higher Malay Language (HML) or Higher
Tamil Language (HTL) will be awarded 2 bonus points.
• Students who obtain an A grade in CCA will be awarded 2 bonus
points; and for ‘B’ or ‘C’ grades, 1 bonus point.

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(B) C entralised I nstitutes

R equirements for admission to C entralised
I nstitutes
(3-Y ear ‘A’ L evel C ourse )
■ Aggregate of Grades obtained in the First Language
& 4 Other Relevant Subjects, chosen as shown below,
in the GCE O-Level Examination (School Preliminary
Exam, for Provisional Admission only.

}
■ 1st Subject from Humanities (H) or Mathematics (M)
■ 2nd Subject or Science (S) Group 5 to 20
■ 3rd Subject
} from H or M or S Group or any other
■ 4th Subject Subjects (CCA may be included)
■ English Language (EL1) Grade A1 to C6
■ Mother-Tongue Language (CL2/ML2/TL2) Grade OR A1 to D7
Higher Mother-Tongue Language (CL1/ML1/TL1) Grade A1 to E8
■ Mathematics or Additional Mathematics Grade A1 to D7

(C) P olytechnics
R equirements for admission to P olytechnics
■ Revised Ranking Criteria from the 1995 Joint Admission
Exercise
From the 1995 Joint Admission Exercise (JAE), the ranking criteria
for selection will be based on the aggregate of English Language
(EL), with two relevant subjects (R2) and any two other subjects
(B2) or ELR2B2. The composition of the R2 and B2 subjects for the
polytechnic courses varies depending on the Polytechnic & Course
chosen.
Note: CCA is not included in ELR2B2

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S i n g a p o r e S c h o o l S p o r ts C o u n c i l
CCA C a l e n d a r
SEMESTER 1
Term 1 Wednesday 03 January to Friday 09 March
Public Holidays/School (Term Time)
Sun 18 Feb, Mon 19 Feb &
Chinese New Year
Tue 20 Feb
Vacation
Sat 10 Mar to Sun 18 Mar First Term School Vacation
Events
Thurs 15 Feb Total Defence Day
Thurs 22 Feb Girl Guides’ Thinking Day Celebration in Schools
Mon 15 Jan to Fri 09 Mar National Inter-School Netball C’ships (B & C Div)
Tues 16 Jan to Thurs 08 Mar National Inter-School Basketball C’ships (B Div)
Thurs 18 Jan to Fri 23 Feb National Inter-School Badminton C’ships (B & C Div)
Mon 29 Jan to Wed 07 Mar National Inter-School Tennis C’ships (B Div)
Wed 07 Mar National Inter-School Tennis C’ships Finals (B Div)
Mon 12 Mar to Fri 16 Mar National Schools Individual Badminton C’ships
Term 2 Monday 19 March to Friday 25 May
Public/School Holidays (Term Time)
Fri 06 Apr Good Friday
Tue 01 May Labour Day
Vacation
Sat 26 May to Sun 24 Jun Second Term School Vacation
Events
Fri 13 Apr International Friendship Day
Tues 8 May World Red Cross Day Commemorative Ceremony in Schs
Tues 3 Apr to Fri 27 Apr SYF Central Judging of Performing Arts (Sec Schools)
Wed 14 Mar to Wed 25 Apr National Inter-School Tennis C’ships (C Div)
Mon 19 Mar to Wed 18 Apr National Inter-School Squash C’ships (C Div)
Mon 19 Mar to Wed 28 Mar National Inter-School Tenpin Bowling C’ships (B Div)
Tues 20 Mar to Tues 24 Apr National Inter-School Netball C’ships (B & C Div)
Tues 20 Mar to Fri 27 Apr National Inter-School Squash C’ships (B Div)
Wed 21 Mar National Schools Individual Badminton C’ships Finals

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Mon 26 Mar to Wed 25 Apr National Inter-School Badminton C’ships (B & C Div)
Thu 29 Mar National Inter-School Tenpin Bowling C’ships Finals (B Div)
Fri 30 Mar National Inter-School Tenpin Bowling Masters (B Div)
Thu 19 Apr National Inter-School Trampoline Competition
Fri 20 Apr National Inter-School Basketball C’ships Finals (B Div)
Tue 24 Apr National Inter-School Netball C’ships Finals (B & C Div)
Wed 25 Apr National Inter-School Tennis C’ships Finals (C Div)
Thu 26 Apr National Inter-School Badminton C’ships Finals (B & C Div)
Thu 10 May Closing Date of Entries for 48th National Inter-School
Swimming C’ships
Mon 14 May Briefing - Entries for 48th Track & Field C’ships
Mon 21 May to Wed 23 May National Inter-School Golf C’ships (Individual)
Thurs 24 May National Inter-School Golf C’ships (Team)
Wed 23 May Closing Date of Entries for 48th National Inter-School
Track & Field C’ships
SEMESTER 2
TERM 3 Monday 25 June to Friday 31 August
Public/School Holidays (Term Time)
Mon 09 Jul Youth Day
Thu 09 Aug National Day
Fri 10 Aug School Holiday
Sat 01 Sep Teachers’ Day
Vacation
Sat 01 Sep to Sun 09 Sep Third Term School Vacation
Events
Fri 29 Jun NCC Day Observance Ceremony
Sat 14 Jul NE Show 1
Sat 21 Jul Racial Harmony Day/NE Show 2
Mon 25 Jun to Wed 25 Jul National Inter-School Basketball C’ships (C Div)
Tues 03 Jul to Fri 6 Jul 48th National Inter-School Swimming C’ships
Thurs 04 Jul to Wed 18 Jul 48th National Inter-School Track & Field C’ships (Heats)
Mon 09 Jul to Wed 18 Jul National Inter-School Tenpin Bowling C’ships (C Div)
Tues 10 Jul to Wed 11 Jul 48th National Inter-School Swimming C’ships Finals
Tues 17 Jul to Fri 20 Jul National Inter-School Artistic Gymnastics C’ships
Wed 18 Jul 48th National Inter-School Track & Field C’ships Finals
Thu 19 Jul National Inter-School Tenpin Bowling C’ships Finals (C Div)

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Fri 20 Jul National Inter-School Tenpin Bowling Masters (C Div)

WALA / MSSM / SSSC Track & Field Meet in
Malaysia
TERM 4
Public/School Holidays (Term Time)
Mon 01 Oct Children’s Day (for Primary Schools & Primary
Sections of full schools only)
Sat 13 Oct Hari Raya Puasa
Thu 08 Nov Deepavali
Vacation
Sat 17 Nov to Mon 31 Dec Fourth Term School Vacation
Colours Award Presentation for 2007
Fri 21 Sep West Zone Colours Award Presentation Ceremony
Fri 21 Sep South Zone Colours Award Presentation Ceremony
Fri 21 Sep East Zone Colours Award Presentation Ceremony
Fri 21 Sep North Zone Colours Award Presentation Ceremony
Fri 19 Oct 37th Schools Colours Award Presentation Ceremony

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