Singapore Government Primary School Preparatory Course

Introduction to Primary School

A child in Singapore undergoes six years of primary education, comprising a four-year foundation stage from Primary 1 to 4 and a two-year orientation stage from Primary 5 to 6.

At the foundation stage, the core curriculum which comprises English, Mother Tongue and Mathematics are taught, with supplementary subjects such as Music, Arts & Crafts, Physical Education and Social Studies. Science is included from Primary 3.

To maximize their potential, students are streamed according to their learning ability before advancing to the orientation stage. At the end of Primary 6, students sit for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE).

Singapore’s primary school curriculum has been used as a model internationally, especially its teaching methods in mathematics. Foreign students are accepted at primary schools subject to availability of vacancies.

Objective

This preparatory course is for 7-12 years old local/international students who wish to enroll in Singapore government primary schools. Teachers will teach students in small groups in preparation for primary school’s entry test. The subjects offered are English and Mathematics.

Lesson Time

Morning – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. English or Mathematics (Monday to Friday); 10: 40 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.- Break time Afternoon – 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Mathematics or English (Monday to Friday); 2:40 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Break time

Course Duration (Full-time)

There are two semesters per year: Semester 1: March to August (6 months), Semester 2: September to February (6 months). Depending on each student-applicant’s level, some students may need to take both Semesters 1 and 2 to complete the whole course. A monthly assessment is also administered.
Students may join classes at any time in the year as long as they agree to the School’s terms and conditions.

Our Teachers

We have highly qualified teachers who are dedicated and responsible. Our teachers are not only experienced in their teaching subjects but are also very amicable and caring.

Manner/Methodology of Teaching

Our course is classroom-based. Teachers explain the main focus of the courses and difficult points, adding relevant knowledge outside of the curriculum, interspersed with some class discussion and interactive activities, for students to have a fun learning experience.

Teacher to Student Ratio

The optimum teacher-student ratio stipulated for the courses is capped at 1:22.

Course Materials

Course materials include class notes, text books, slide presentation and educational media.

Course Outline

Students are prepared accordingly to the level of admission to government schools. Our teachers follow the MOE syllabus , and provide guidance to our students.

The available courses are as follows:

Grade	Subject
Preparatory Course for Admission to Government School (Primary 2)	English(CEQ A2 Key for Schools) & Maths
Preparatory Course for Admission to Government School (Primary 3)	English(CEQ A2 Key for Schools) & Maths
Preparatory Course for Admission to Government School (Primary 4)	English(CEQ B1 Preliminary for Schools) & Maths
Preparatory Course for Admission to Government School (Primary 5)	English(CEQ B1 Preliminary for Schools) & Maths

Entry/Enrollment Requirements

Student-applicants will take our School’s Placement Test and be placed into the relevant course based on the results of their placement test.

Students will also need to observe the age ranges criteria as determined by the MOE.

The following age ranges are for new international students seeking admission to government schools and for former international students seeking re-admission.

Level	Academic level	Language proficiency	Admissible Age Range (as at 1st January of Year of Admission)
Primary 2	Primary 1 or equivalent	Primary 1 English or equivalent	7 to 8+
Primary 3	Primary 2 or equivalent	Primary 2 English or equivalent	9 to 9+
Primary 4	Primary 3 or equivalent	Primary 3 English or equivalent	10 to 11+
Primary 5	Primary 4 or equivalent	Primary 4 English or equivalent	11 to 12+

For further details, please visit Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA)

Assessment

The students/ learners are evaluated on their performance based on the following: monthly exams, interactive activities, announced quizzes, pair and group work.

Course Fees

Preparatory Course for Admission to Government School

Fees Breakdown	Amount (subject to GST, at 9%)
Application Fee	545
Course fee-Full Payment	7725.92
Administration fee	763.00
FPS insurance processing& administration fee	327.00
Material fee	327.00
Examination fee	523.20
Medical insurance premium	501.50
Uniform (2 Sets)	65.40
Total Course Fees Payable	10777.92

FPS Insurance Processing & Administration Fee and Application Fee are Non-refundable. All fees do not include GST.

Note:
The above fees do not include external fees, e.g. AEIS Examination fee, medical checkup, etc.
Application Fees are Non-refundable.
Any bank administrative fee incurred will be borne by student.
In the event that a student cannot pay the course fee in full, he can request for installment plan. Such request is subject for approval.

*NYAC services rendered to students are as follows: accommodation arrangement, medical check up arrangement, collection of Student Pass, opening of bank account, etc).

* For more information on government schools` fees, please refer to the MOE`s Website.

Course Duration

There are two semesters per year. Semester 1 runs from April to September (6 months); on the other hand, semester 2 runs from October to March (6 months). Depending on the student-applicant’s level, some students may need to take both Semesters 1 and 2 to complete the whole course. A monthly assessment is also administered.

Students may join classes at any time in the year as long as they agree to the school’s terms and conditions.

Modes of Payment:

1. Digital & Cash Payments We accept the following payment methods:

* Cash

* Apple Pay / Google Pay

* PayNow / GrabPay / Alipay / WeChat Pay

2. Bank Instruments

For payments via cheque, bank draft, or telegraphic transfer, please make them payable to:

* Bank Account Name: Nanyang Asia College Pte Ltd

* Name of Bank: United Overseas Bank Limited Co.

* Account Registration Address: 148 Upper Bukit Timah Road #01-01 UOB Centre

* Branch Code: 159

* Swift Code: UOVBSGSG

* Bank Code: 7375

* Bank Account No.: 347-303-088-6

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