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My son is really good in Maths (or English/Malay/Science), does he stand a good chance if he applies for the relevant talent area?

The ability to score high in a specific subject can be an indication of talent. However, it is also possible that your son is an outstanding student and ma...

Mon, 8 May, 2023 at 11:20 AM

Can I clarify, if my son is admitted via the Academic Domain, will he be required to represent the school for competitions?

No, there is no requirement for your son to represent the school for competitions in the particular talent area (English, Malay, Mathematics or Science). ...

Fri, 28 Apr, 2023 at 3:03 PM

What will happen during the interview? [Academic Domain]

One interview slot will be allocated to 3 students. In the interview, students will be asked questions related to the subject areas, followed by questions t...

Mon, 8 May, 2023 at 10:44 AM

If my son wants to take up the Malay Special Programme (MSP), does he need to have any background knowledge of the Malay language?

No. In fact, students who offer Malay Language as their Mother Tongue are not eligible to offer the MSP.

Tue, 21 Dec, 2021 at 4:10 PM