Direct School Admission to Year 1 in 2027
Direct School Admission to Year 1 in 2027
Cedar Girls’ Secondary School (CGSS) would like to invite Primary 6 girls to apply for admission to Year 1 in 2027 under the Direct School Admission into secondary schools (DSA-Sec) scheme. Students could apply for the 4-year Singapore-Cambridge Secondary Education Certificate Programme (SEC) in CGSS or the 6-year Victoria-Cedar Alliance Integrated Programme (VCA IP), which consists of 4 years in CGSS and 2 years in Victoria Junior College (VJC).
At Cedar Girls’ Secondary School, you will join a family of young ladies who are enthusiastic and passionate about learning. At Cedar, regardless of where your strengths lie, we bring out the best in you, developing you to be a woman of character and wisdom. We would like to invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
CGSS offers DSA in Sports, Performing Arts (Symphonic Band) and Social Innovation categories.
DSA (Sports)
We offer DSA (Sports) in Badminton, Basketball, Netball, Table Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball. The programme aims to develop students’ talents and potentials in the various sports categories.
Our sports programme comprises:
a. Quality and rigorous trainings by experienced coaches
b. Joint training with VCA schools
c. Extensive range of competitions
Please click here for more information on our Sports CCAs.
DSA (Performing Arts- Symphonic Band)
The Cedar Symphonic Band is dedicated to nurturing the passion, talent, and potential of every Band student in the realm of music.
Our band programme comprises:
a. Quality guidance and rigorous combined/sectional practices by experienced
instructors
b. Joint performance opportunities with schools in the VCA
c. Extensive range of competitions and performance opportunities.
Please click here for more information on Cedar Symphonic Band.
DSA (Social Innovation)
Our DSA (Social Innovation) programme aims to develop students to be advocates for social change and nurture their talents in creating user-centric solutions for the community that they serve.
The programme comprises:
a. Training in Design Thinking and Innovation
b. Training in Persuasive Communication Skills
c. Exposure to Tech and Entrepreneurship
d. Mentorship
e. Conferences and Competitions
f. Learning Journeys and Interactions with Industry Experts
Please click here for more information on our Social Innovation Programme.
Criteria and Selection Process for both SEC and IP Programme
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Category |
Criteria |
Selection Process |
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DSA (Sports)
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Sports Experience
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DSA (Symphonic Band)
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Performing Experience
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Audition as follows: Part 1: Prepared Individual Item
^ Audition pieces must be composed specifically for the instrument that will be used during the audition. For example, a piece written for the vibraphone must be performed on the vibraphone and not on any other instrument. Part 2: Unprepared Individual Item
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DSA (Social Innovation)
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Service to the Community
Innovation-related competitions (If any):
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Interview conducted in a single session |
Please note that meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the student will be shortlisted or given an offer.
Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
For more information on DSA-Sec, please refer to the MOE website at https://www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec
Application Process
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Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open from 6 May 2026, 11am – 2 Jun 2026, 4.30pm. For more details, please refer to MOE website https://www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec.
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Applicants from MOE mainstream primary schools: Parent may log in directly to DSA-Sec Portal. Only one parent’s Singpass is required. Parents/guardians who are unable to apply online can approach their child’s primary school for assistance.
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Applicants not studying in MOE mainstream primary schools: They need to apply for a Registration Number (RGxxxxxxx) to access the DSA-Sec Portal. They may refer to the MOE website at: https://go.gov.sg/nmsdsa-sec-application
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A placement test may be conducted for Returning Singaporeans and non-mainstream students in foreign system schools and private education institutions to assess their course suitability.
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All shortlisted International Students who are not taking PSLE are required to take and fulfil the requirements of the Admissions Exercise for International Students test to be successful in DSA.
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Students can indicate up to three choices (maximum of two choices for the same school under two different talent areas).
Submission of Documents
Shortlisted applicants will be required to submit the following documents. Please scan and email the documents to cedargirlss@moe.edu.sg
Please indicate in your subject title: DSA 2026_DSA Category_ Name of Primary School_Name of student.
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Applicants studying in MOE mainstream primary schools |
Applicants who are NOT studying in MOE mainstream primary schools |
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1. Not required to submit any hard copies of any school-based results activities and achievements. 2. Certificates of non-school based activities and achievements relevant to the selected talent area(s) if any.
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1. Certified True Copy of a. Primary 5 Overall and Primary 6 Mid-Year Examination/Weighted Assessment Results b. Certificate of CCA participation, achievements and leadership roles in school 2. Certificate of participation in community-based projects or activities 3. Certificates of non-school based activities and achievements 4. A photocopy of the Registration Number Form |
Note: Certified True Copy refers to copy stamped with primary school’s endorsement.
Timeline
Sports and Symphonic Band Category
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S/N |
Activity |
Period |
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1 |
Online Application @ MOE DSA-Sec Portal |
6 May 2026, 11am – 2 Jun 2026, 4.30pm |
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2 |
Email notification to inform applicants who are not shortlisted |
7 Jul 2026 |
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3 |
Sports Trials and interviews at Cedar Girls’ Sec School |
1 Jul 2026 – 21 Aug 2026 |
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4 |
Notification of outcome via email |
By 28 Aug 2026 |
Social Innovation Category
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S/N |
Activity |
Period |
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1 |
Online Application @ MOE DSA-Sec Portal |
6 May 2026, 11am – 2 Jun 2026, 4.30pm |
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2 |
Email notification to inform applicants who are not shortlisted |
20 Jul 2026 |
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3 |
Conduct of performance tasks and interview at Cedar Girls’ Sec School |
20 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026 |
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4 |
Notification of outcome via email |
By 28 Aug 2026 |
Important Points to Note
Parents and students are encouraged to choose schools wisely based on the student’s aptitudes and strengths, bearing in mind the schools’ academic and non-academic requirements, and the programmes available to develop the area of talent.
Once your child has been given a confirmed offer, a place has been reserved for your child in the school. However, your child must achieve a PSLE score that qualifies them for Posting Group 3 in order for them to be allocated to Cedar Girls’. You may wish to visit https://go.gov.sg/posting-groups for more information on Posting Groups.
Please take note that once your child is successfully allocated to our school through the DSA-Sec, they will not be allowed to participate in the Secondary 1 (S1) Posting to opt for secondary schools. They will also not be allowed to transfer to another school after the release of the PSLE results.
Students who are successfully admitted to the school via DSA are required to honour their commitment to the school and programme (4 years for the Singapore-Cambridge Secondary Education Certificate Programme or 6 years for the Integrated Programme) and participate in the activities related to the talent they are selected for from year 1-4.
Clarification
If you have any queries, please email cedargirlss@moe.edu.sg or call us at 6288 4909, between 8.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, except for public holidays.