Student Handbook 2007

C o n t e n ts Bookshop

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Uniform Shop

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Our Pledge

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School Dental Centre

18

The School Badge

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Private School Bus

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School Philosophy

4

Public Transport

School Song

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■ School Rules

■ Introduction The Singapore Flag

An SCGS Education

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■ Dress Code

Key Achievements

8-9

■ Plan of The School

■ Board of Directors

10

■ Staff

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■ Facilities

26

■ Prefectorial Board

27

Non-Teaching Staff

10

■ School Terms & Holidays

28

Secondary School Staff

11

The Primary School Academic System

29

12

The Foundation Stage (P1 to P4)

29

The Orientation Stage (P5 to P6)

29

Assessment Mode

30

PSLE Grading System

30

The Primary School Curriculum

31

Primary School Staff ■ General Information School Fees

13

Government Financial Assistance Scheme 13 SCGS Financial Assistance Scheme

13

Edusave Entrance Scholarships for Independent Schools (EESIS)

14

■ Secondary School The Secondary School Academic System 32

Edusave (Independent Schools) Yearly Awards (EISYA)



Secondary One and Two

32

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 (ESPS)

15

Combined Humanites

33

Eagles Award

15

Condition for Annual Promotion

33

SCGS Merit Awards

16

Co-Curricular Activities

34

Other Scholarships

16

Student Personal/Accident Insurance

16

Pupil Guidance and Counselling

16

Counselling Hotlines and Social Work Agencies to help Youths

17

Student Smart Card (SSC)

17

The SCGS Alumni

17

Choices Beyond GCE ‘O’ Levels

35

Options After ‘O’ Levels

36-37

Singapore Schools Sports Council CCA Calendar

38-40

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] [email protected]

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 Primary 2, 4 & 6

9.40 am to 10.05 am 10.10 am to 10.40 am



Secondary Divison 7.25 am to 2.30 pm 7.25 am to 1.40 pm

(Monday) (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)

(Primary) (Secondary)

Assembly Periods Secondary 1 & 2 Secondary 3 & 4

1.40 pm to 2.30 pm (Mondays) 10.30 am to 11.20 am (Mondays)

Break Secondary 1, 2, 3 & 4 Extra Break

9.30 am to 9.40 am 1.50 pm to 2.10 pm (Wednesdays)



10.30 am to 11.10 am 11.20 am to 12.00 pm

Recess Secondary 1 & 2 Secondary 3 & 4



Introduction

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 Majulah Singapura! Majulah Singapura!

Onward Singapore Come, fellow Singaporeans 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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Introduction

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 

Introduction

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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Introduction

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.



Introduction

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.



Introduction

K ey A chievements Performance in GCE ‘O’ Level Examinations (5-year trend) Based on 'O' levels for year

2001

2002

2003

2004

2005

Top 25

Top 25

Top 20

GOLD

GOLD

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%

Value Added Award Rank

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

GOLD

GOLD

GOLD

Did not compete in SYF

SILVER

GOLD

Drama Handbells

# 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 GROUPS

2003

2004

2005

Girl Guides

Puan Noor Aishah Honour Award (2 Golds)

Puan Noor Aishah Honour Award (2 Bronzes)

Puan Noor Aishah Honour Award (1 Silver, 1 Gold)

NCC (Girls)

Best Unit Award (Silver)

Best Unit Award (Silver)

Best Unit Award (Bronze)

RED CROSS

Excellent Unit Award (Gold) Community Service Award (Gold)

Excellent Unit Award (Gold) Community Service Award (Silver)

Excellent Unit Award (Gold) Community Service Award (Gold)

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

Introduction Sports (5-year trend) Game/Sports (National Championship)

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

Gymnastics (Artistics)

B Div C Div

BRONZE SILVER

4th 4th

4th BRONZE

BRONZE 4th

4th 4th

Gymnastics (Trampoline)

B Div C Div

SILVER SILVER

GOLD GOLD

SILVER GOLD

BRONZE ­–

4th GOLD

Squash

B Div C Div

SILVER GOLD

GOLD SILVER

GOLD SILVER

SILVER GOLD

GOLD SILVER

Swimming

B Div C Div

BRONZE 4th

5th 4th

4th –

– ­4th

5th 6th

Tennis

B Div C Div

SILVER –

SILVER –

– –

­4th 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 Fitness-Index

5

7

4

2

6

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

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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. Technology Manager

Mr Cheong Yong Meng

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 Officers

Miss Kelly Soh Miss Adrenna Kan Mrs Jennie Low 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

Technicial Officer (ICT)

Mr Richard Lai

School Attendants

Mdm Chan Mei Koon Mdm Tan Kah Eng

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

Mr Lim Sep Kuen Mdm Phang Chia Chin Mdm Ng Nge Moi

Staff

S e c o n d a r y S c h o o l S t a ff Senior Head(Pupil Development) Senior Teacher (Staff Development) Heads of Department Subject Heads Level Heads Full Time School Counsellor Prefect Mistress Sports Secretary Head Dance Programme Asst Head Dance Programme Class Sec 1SY Sec 1CO Sec 1GY Sec 1SE Sec 1PE Sec 1GR Sec 1PR Sec 2SY Sec 2CO Sec 2GY Sec 2SE Sec 2PE Sec 2GR Sec 2PR Sec 3SY Sec 3CO Sec 3GY Sec 3SE Sec 3PE Sec 3GR Sec 3PR Sec 3DG Sec 4SY Sec 4CO Sec 4GY Sec 4SE Sec 4PE Sec 4GR Sec 4PR Sec 4DG SY Sincerity PE Perseverance

Miss Kim Lee Huang Mrs Khong Bee Mrs Tina Neoh Mdm Kwek Siew Hoon Mrs Chua Poh Leng Mrs Chan Sock Har Mrs C. Yogeeswaran Mrs Low Yee Lan Miss Audrey Tan Mrs Elaine Lim Mr Ang Wee Boon Miss Sie Ha Wai Mrs Florence Tan Mrs Low Wee Leng Mrs Fei May Bowness Miss Christina Chua Miss Audrey Tan Mrs Tan Mui Tiang Miss Julie Wee Miss Leong Kai Ling Mrs Linda Lee Mrs Jean Chan Miss Leona Jane Deans Form Teachers Miss Sie Ha Wai Miss Hing Siew Bee Mrs Charissa Tan Mrs Kee Hing Ling Mrs Quek Kooi Lian Mrs Fei May Bowness Miss Evelyn Ku Mrs Jiang Jing Hong Mr John Teo Mdm Marini bte Hassan Mrs Cha Wai Mun Mrs Feng Rong Mrs Hee Gee Kheng Mrs Dora Fernandez Mrs Low Wee Leng Mr Teh Keng Chuan Mrs Wang Yoke Gin Miss Chua Kwee Choo Miss Vivienne Pang Mrs Shanti Loganathan Mrs Elaine Lee Mr Tang Hung Bun Miss Belle Tan Mrs Lee Soo Cheng Miss Doreen Lau Miss Beh Mui Leng Mrs Amanda Chia Mrs Chen Li Hsi Miss Seow Lay Kuen Mrs Linda Lee

CO Courage GR Grace

English Language & Literature Mother Tongue Language Humanities Mathematics Science Pupil Administration (till 31 Jan 07) Pupil Administration (wef 1 Feb 07) Pupil Welfare Aesthetics/PE/CCA Literature History Biology PE Staff Development Pupil Administration (till 31 Jan 07) Pupil Adminsitration (wef 1 Feb 07)

Co-operating Teachers Mr Sim Mong Shing Mrs Tan Mui Tiang Mrs Lee Puay Leng Mrs Julia Lew Miss Chan Sok Mun Miss Natalie Cheong (RT) Mdm Kwek Siew Hoon Miss Samantha Toh (RT) Mrs Khong Bee Mr Ang Wee Boon Mdm Lee Week Kin (RT) Mr Tee Leng Teck Mrs Cheong Sock Ching Mrs Tsoi Li Min Miss Kavita D Kaur Mrs Cindi Choo Mr Lau Beng Hwee Miss Charissa Wong (RT) Mrs Eunice de Silva Mr Cheng Chang Hup Miss Goh Lay Hoon Miss Diane Hu Mr Brian Francis Miss Leong Kai Ling Miss Teng Mei Fong Mr Johari Khalil Mrs Lim Siew Joo Mrs Chua Poh Leng Mrs Chan Sock Har Miss Audrey Tan

GY Generosity PR Prudence

SE Service DG Diligence

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Staff

P r i m a r y S c h o o l S t a ff Heads of Departments Subject Heads Level Heads Sports Secretary Asst Sport Secretary Level Primary 1 Primary 2 Primary 3 Primary 4 Primary 5 Primary 6 Non-Form Teachers Learning Support Coordinator

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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 Mrs Wong Xin Ying Civics and Moral Education Mrs Gursharn Singh English Language Miss Margaret Ee Mathematics Miss Marina Bte Saruwan Miss Yeo Hwee Khim Class Form Teachers 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 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 Sincerity Mrs Bernadette Ong Courage Miss Chan Yin Fun Generosity Mrs Siti Farid Service Miss Doreen Ting Prudence Miss Pang Xin Sincerity Miss Loo Mee Lin Courage Mdm Lim Poh Lai Generosity Miss Winnie Liew Service Miss Miranti Abdullah Prudence Miss Koh Yee Sung Sincerity Mdm Tan Siok Peng Courage Mrs Faridah Zakaria Generosity Miss Yeo Hwee Khim Service Mrs Teo Kit See Prudence Miss Goh Ai Ling Sincerity Mrs Angelina Eu Courage Mrs Lee Chiew Juan Generosity Mrs Wee Liang Tin Service Miss Theresa Seow Prudence Miss Theophania Chia 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 Mrs Marion Tan

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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General Information

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 ■ Primary 4 to 6 ■ Secondary

: : :

$50 $100 $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 14

General Information

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% ■ Next 5%

: $300 : $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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General Information

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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General Information

C ounselling H otlines and S ocial W ork A gencies to H elp Y ouths Contact

Hotline

SOS Youthline (interpersonal & family problems) Pregnancy Crisis Teen Challenge Touch Youth Services Student Care Service

1800-6221 4444 6336 3434 6339 9770 6442 0918 / 6669 1611 6440 0533 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 • Hougang Central Bus Interchange • Jurong East Bus Interchange • Pasir Ris Bus Interchange • Sembawang MRT Station • Tiong Bahru MRT Station



TransitLink Customer Service Centre Tel: 1800-225 5663





Bring along: Passport Size Photo (coloured) Damaged Pass, (if applicable) Original Birth Certificate/ Identification Card Foreign Student Pass Replacement Charge: $19



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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General Information

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 TIBS 171, 960, 700

Bus stops along Bukit Timah 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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School Rules

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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School Rules d. e. f. g. h. i. j.

Corridor outside CCA Rooms Corridor outside Gymnasium Corridor outside Band Room Corridor outside Dance Studio Corridor outside School Hall Gallery of School Hall 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 1 pt

Belts

Eating outside designated areas

Dyed hair

Disruptive and unruly behavior

Earrings

Use of handphones / electronic devices

2 pts

Fingernails

Defiance and rudeness

3 pts

Hair accessories Footwear

1 pt

1 pt

Attendance

Short skirt

Latecoming

Socks

Skipping lessons/classes

2 pts

Visible undergarments Wrong uniform

MAJOR OFFENCES Misconduct

Attendance

Abuse of IT

Leaving school without permission

Arson

Skipping school without valid reasons

5 pts

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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School Rules

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 only on P.E. days)

(T-shirt and shorts for secondary School pupils. T-shirt and bloomers for primary School pupils)

Photographed by Mr Teh Keng Chuan

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Plan Of The School

WH

ITL

RO EY

● Tennis Courts ● Practice Court ● Running Track ● Basketball / Netball Court ● Squash Courts

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1 Canteen 2 General Office, Lecture Theatre

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3 Dance Studios, Auditorium 4 Bus Bay

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▼ Pedestrian Gates

NE

AR

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1 Primary School Classrooms

1 Secondary School Classrooms

2 Primary School Hall

2 Secondary School Shaw Hall, Health & Fitness Room, Gymnasium and Badminton Courts

Badminton Courts

3 Primary School Staff Room,

3 Secondary School Computer Labs

Library

4 Secondary School Science Labs 5 Secondary School Staff Room, Library, Covered Amphitheatre

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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 ■ 32 Secondary School Classrooms ■ 6 Science Laboratories ■ 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) ■ Covered Amphitheatre ■ Open Amphitheatre ■ Primary School Hall ■ Secondary School Hall ■ 2 Libraries ■ Self Study Room ■ 8 CCA Rooms ■ 2 Ecology Ponds ■ 3 Dance Studios ■ Gymnasium

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■ AVA Room (90-seater) ■ AVA Room 1 (50-Seater) ■ AVA Room 2 (50-Seater)

■ 2 Health & Fitness Rooms ■ 6 Indoor Badminton Courts ■ 4 Basketball cum Netball Courts ■ 2 Tennis Courts ■ Tennis Practice Court ■ 4 Squash Courts ■ Running Track

O thers ... ■ 2 Pastoral Care Rooms ■ 2 Counselling Rooms ■ Dental Clinic

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.



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Head Prefects

Primary

Secondary

Sarah Mow Wen Yi

Rhea Tan Yan Ying

Vice-Head Prefects Daphne Leong Yu-Lin Nicola Chew Shenmei

Tan Ze Lei 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 Vacation

: Wed 03 Jan to Fri 09 Mar : Sat 10 Mar to Sun 18 Mar

Second Term Vacation

: Mon 19 Mar to Fri 25 May : Sat 26 May to Sun 24 Jun

Third Term Vacation

: Mon 25 Jun to Fri 31 Aug : Sat 01 Sep to Sun 09 Sep

Fourth Term Vacation

: Mon 10 Sep to Fri 16 Nov : Sat 17 Nov to Mon 31 Dec

P ublic H olidays

New Year’s Day Chinese New Year Good Friday Labour Day Vesak Day National Day Hari Raja Puasa Deepavali Hari Raya Haji Christmas

: Mon 01 Jan* : Sun 18 Feb and Mon 19 Feb : Fri 06 Apr : Tue 01 May : Thu 31 May : Thu 09 Aug : Sat 13 Oct : Thu 08 Nov : Thu 20 Dec : 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 Day after National Day Teachers’ Day Children’s Day (Pr Sch)

: Sun 01 Jul* : Fri 10 Aug : Sat 01 Sep : 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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Primary School

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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Primary School

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

Semestral Assessment

Semestral Assessment

–

100%

100%

40%

60%

100%

Pr 1 Pr 2 -5

Overall

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

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Mark Range

A*

≥ 91

A

75 – 90

B

60 – 74

Descriptor Has very good understanding of the subject Has good understanding of the subject

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

Primary School

The Primary School Curriculum Examination Subjects

Non-Examination Subjects

English Language Mother Tongue Language Mathematics

Art & Crafts Health Education Moral Education Music Physical Education Social Studies

Primary 2

English Language Mother Tongue Language Mathematics

Art & Crafts Health Education Moral Education Music Physical Education Social Studies

Primary 3

English Language Mother Tongue Language Mathematics Science

Art & Crafts Health Education Moral Education Music Physical Education Social Studies

Primary 4

English Language Mother Tongue Language Mathematics Science

Art & Crafts Health Education Moral Education Music Physical Education Social Studies

The Orientation Stage Primary 5 & 6

English Language Mother Tongue Language Higher Mother Tongue Language Basic Mother Tongue Language Mathematics Science

Art & Crafts Health Education Moral Education Music Physical Education Social Studies

The Foundation Stage Primary 1

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Secondary School

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. 32

Secondary School

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) Level Sec 3

C onditions

CA1 25%

SA 25%

Module 2 (Semster 2) CA2 25%

SA 25%

Total Overall 100%

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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Secondary School

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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Secondary School

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

Post-Sec

{

Secondary

{

Primary

{

GCE ‘A’ LEVEL Others

Polytechnic (3yrs)

IB (2yrs) or equivalent

Overseas Matriculation (1-2yrs)

JC / Pre-U (2-3yrs)

Intergrated Programme (4-6 Years)

at selected schools

GCE ‘O’ LEVEL Special / Express Course (4 Years)

PSLE Foundation / Orientation Course (6 Years)

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Secondary School

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 Higher Mother-Tongue Language (CL1/ML1/TL1) Grade

A1 to D7 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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Secondary School

(B)

C entralised I nstitutes R equirements for admission I nstitutes (3-Y ear ‘A’ L evel C ourse )

to

C entralised

■ 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 ■ 3rd Subject

5 to 20

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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Secondary School

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 & Tue 20 Feb

Chinese New Year

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

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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

Secondary School 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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Secondary School 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

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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