Singapore’s secondary schools offer 4-6 year programmes leading to the O-Levels, N-Levels, or Integrated Programme (IP) pathway to A-Levels. This guide profiles each school’s strengths and specializations—accurate as of 2026, based on official school sources—plus how Odyssey Math Tuition’s secondary math tuition supports E-Math and A-Math students.
As a parent or student in Singapore, choosing the right secondary school is a pivotal decision that can shape your educational journey and future opportunities. Singapore boasts a diverse array of secondary schools, each offering unique strengths, from academic excellence to vibrant co-curricular programs. In this article, we explore some of the top secondary schools in Singapore, providing insights to help you make an informed choice. Whether you’re seeking a school with a strong academic focus, a nurturing environment, or robust extracurricular activities, this guide highlights options to suit various aspirations. For students aiming to excel, especially in challenging subjects like mathematics, secondary school math tuition can provide valuable support.
Secondary Schools in Singapore
- Raffles Girls’ School
Raffles Girls’ School (RGS), established in 1879, is a premier independent girls’ school known for its academic excellence and holistic education. Located in Braddell Rise, RGS offers the six-year Raffles Programme, an Integrated Programme (IP) that allows students to bypass O-Level examinations and proceed to A-Levels. The school emphasizes leadership, character development, and community service, nurturing students into confident leaders. For RGS students tackling advanced mathematics, math tuition can be a valuable resource to master complex concepts. - Hwa Chong Institution
Hwa Chong Institution (HCI) is a leading independent school offering both secondary and junior college education. Located in Bukit Timah, HCI is celebrated for its rigorous academic programs and vibrant co-curricular activities. The Integrated Programme enables seamless progression to A-Levels, fostering critical thinking and leadership. Parents can explore math tuition services near Bukit Timah to support their child’s mathematical journey. - Nanyang Girls’ High School
Founded in 1917, Nanyang Girls’ High School (NYGH) is an independent girls’ school renowned for academic excellence. Located in Linden Dr, NYGH offers the Integrated Programme in partnership with HCI, emphasizing leadership and character development. The school’s diverse co-curricular activities enrich student life. Math tuition can help NYGH students excel in challenging math topics. - Raffles Institution
Raffles Institution (RI), established in 1823, is one of Singapore’s oldest and most prestigious boys’ schools. Located in Raffles, RI offers the Raffles Programme, an Integrated Programme, in collaboration with RGS. Known for its academic rigor and notable alumni, RI provides a dynamic environment for growth. Math tuition can support RI students in mastering advanced mathematics. - Anglo-Chinese School
Anglo-Chinese School (ACS(I)) is a distinguished independent boys’ school in Dover Rd, offering the Integrated Programme. Known for its strong Christian ethos and holistic education, ACS(I) fosters academic and personal excellence. Math tuition can help students strengthen their skills for higher-level examinations. - Dunman High School
Dunman High School (DHS) is a government autonomous school in Tanjong Rhu Rd, offering the Integrated Programme. Renowned for its strong academic performance and vibrant school life, DHS provides diverse subjects and co-curricular activities. Math tuition services near Kallang can support students’ mathematical learning. - Methodist Girls’ School
Methodist Girls’ School (MGS), founded in 1887, is an independent girls’ school in Blackmore Dr. Offering the Integrated Programme, MGS emphasizes character development and service learning in a nurturing environment. Math tuition can help MGS students build a strong mathematical foundation. - National Junior College
National Junior College (NJC) is a government school in Hillcrest Rd, offering the Integrated Programme for both secondary and junior college education. Known for academic excellence and robust co-curricular programs, NJC supports holistic development. Math tuition can aid NJC students in mastering complex concepts. - Catholic High School
Catholic High School (CHS) is a government-aided autonomous school in Bishan, offering the Integrated Programme. Known for its strong Catholic values and holistic education, CHS provides diverse academic and co-curricular opportunities. Math tuition services near Bishan can enhance students’ math education. - CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School
CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School is a government-aided autonomous school in Ang Mo Kio, offering the Integrated Programme. Celebrated for its academic programs and Catholic ethos, it fosters a supportive environment for growth. Math tuition can help students excel in mathematics. - River Valley High School
River Valley High School is a government autonomous school in Boon Lay, offering the Integrated Programme. It emphasizes character development and leadership, with a vibrant environment for academic and co-curricular pursuits. Math tuition can support students in mastering mathematical concepts. - Singapore Chinese Girls’ School
Singapore Chinese Girls’ School (SCGS) is an independent girls’ school in Dunearn Rd, offering the Integrated Programme. Known for its strong academic reputation and rich history, SCGS supports holistic development. Math tuition services near Novena can help students succeed in mathematics. - St. Joseph’s Institution
St. Joseph’s Institution (SJI) is an independent boys’ school in Malcolm Rd, offering the Integrated Programme. Renowned for its Catholic values and holistic education, SJI fosters academic and personal growth. Math tuition can strengthen students’ mathematical skills. - Temasek Junior College
Temasek Junior College (TJC) is a government school in Tampines Ave 9, offering the Integrated Programme for secondary and junior college education. Known for academic excellence and vibrant school life, TJC supports student development. Math tuition can help students excel in mathematics. - Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)
Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road) (ACS(BR)) is a government-aided school in Newton, offering secondary education. Known for its Christian ethos and academic programs, it fosters a supportive environment. Math tuition services near Newton can support student learning. - Cedar Girls’ Secondary School
Cedar Girls’ Secondary School is a government autonomous school in Cedar Ave, offering the Integrated Programme. It emphasizes character development and leadership, creating a dynamic learning environment. Math tuition can help students master complex math concepts. - CHIJ Secondary
CHIJ Secondary is a government-aided autonomous school in Lor 1 Toa Payoh, known for its strong Catholic values and academic programs. It provides a nurturing environment for student growth. Math tuition can support students in excelling in mathematics. - Chung Cheng High School (Main)
Chung Cheng High School (Main) is a government-aided autonomous school in Goodman Rd, emphasizing character development and service learning. It offers a vibrant academic and co-curricular environment. Math tuition services near Marine Parade can support student success. - Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Secondary School
Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Secondary School is a government-aided school in Bishan, known for its Christian values and holistic education. It supports students’ academic and personal growth. Math tuition can help students strengthen their math skills. - St. Andrew’s Secondary School
St. Andrew’s Secondary School is a government-aided school in Francis Thomas Dr, emphasizing character development and leadership. It offers a supportive environment for student success. Math tuition can help students master mathematical concepts.
Other Secondary Schools in Singapore
The following table lists the remaining secondary schools in Singapore. These schools offer diverse educational experiences, catering to various student needs and interests.
School Name | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|
Government, Autonomous | Siglap | |
Government, Autonomous | Ang Mo Kio | |
Government, Autonomous | Tanglin Rd | |
Government-aided, Autonomous | Dover Rd | |
Government-aided, SAP | Anchorevale Link | |
Government-aided, SAP | Clementi Ave | |
Government-aided, Autonomous | Lor Ah Soo | |
Government | Bukit Batok | |
Government-aided, Autonomous, SAP | Upper Changi Rd | |
Government, Autonomous | Choa Chu Kang Ave | |
Government-aided | Yishun | |
Government-aided, SAP | Mount Vernon Rd | |
Government-aided | Tampines | |
Government-aided | Farrer Rd | |
Government-aided | East Coast Rd | |
Government | Upper E Coast Rd | |
Government-aided | Lower Delta Rd | |
Government, Autonomous | W Coast Rd | |
Government | Jurong West | |
Government-aided | Ang Mo Kio | |
Government, Autonomous | Dunman Ln | |
Government, Autonomous | Haig Rd | |
Government | Yishun | |
Government-aided | Serangoon Ave | |
Government-aided, Autonomous | Marine Ter | |
Government-aided | Sengkang E Wy | |
Government | Clementi | |
Government | Tampines | |
Government | Punggol Fld | |
Government-aided | Geylang East Central | |
Government-aided | Upper Serangoon Rd | |
Government | Choa Chu Kang | |
Government | Woodlands | |
Government-aided | Tampines St | |
Government | Hougang Ave | |
Government | Bukit Batok West Ave | |
Government | Woodlands St | |
Government | Henderson Rd | |
Government | Jurong West St | |
Government-aided | Fernvale Link | |
Government-aided | Bedok North Ave | |
Government | Sumang Walk | |
Government | Ang Mo Kio | |
Government | Lrg. Napiri | |
Government-aided | Pasir Ris | |
Government | Yuan Ching Rd | |
Government-aided | Serangoon Ave | |
Government | Bedok South Ave | |
Government | Ang Mo Kio | |
Government | Edgedale Plains | |
Government | Jurong West St | |
Government | Margaret Dr | |
Government | Senja Rd | |
Government | Yishun Ave | |
Government | Toa Payoh N | |
Government-aided | Woodlands Dr | |
Government | Bukit Batok St | |
Government | Ang Mo Kio St | |
Government | Rivervale Link |
Full List Of Secondary Schools In Singapore
- Raffles Girls’ School
- Hwa Chong Institution
- Nanyang Girls’ High School
- Raffles Institution Secondary
- Anglo-Chinese School Independent
- Dunman High School Secondary
- Methodist Girls’ Secondary
- National Junior College
- Catholic High School Secondary
- CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ Secondary
- River Valley High School
- Singapore Chinese Girls’ School
- St. Joseph’s Institution Secondary
- Temasek Junior College Secondary
- Anglo-Chinese School Barker Road
- Cedar Girls’ Secondary School
- CHIJ Secondary Toa Payoh
- Chung Cheng High School Main
- Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Secondary School
- St. Andrew’s Secondary School
- Victoria School
- Anderson Secondary School
- Crescent Girls’ School
- Fairfield Methodist School Secondary
- Nan Chiau High
- Nan Hua High School
- Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School Secondary
- Swiss Cottage Secondary School
- Anglican High School
- Bukit Panjang Govt. High School
- Chung Cheng High Yishun
- Maris Stella High School
- Ngee Ann Secondary School
- St. Margaret’s Secondary
- St. Patrick’s School
- Temasek Secondary School
- CHIJ St. Theresa’s Convent
- Commonwealth Secondary School
- Fuhua Secondary School
- Presbyterian High
- Tanjong Katong Girls’ School
- Tanjong Katong Secondary School
- Yishun Town Secondary School
- Zhonghua Secondary School
- CHIJ Katong Convent
- CHIJ St. Joseph’s Convent
- Clementi Town Secondary School
- Dunman Secondary School
- Edgefield Secondary School
- Geylang Methodist School Secondary
- Holy Innocents’ High School
- Kranji Secondary School
- Riverside Secondary School
- St. Hilda’s Secondary School
- Xinmin Secondary School
- Bukit Batok Secondary School
- Evergreen Secondary School
- Gan Eng Seng
- Hua Yi Secondary School
- Pei Hwa Secondary School
- St. Anthony’s Canossian Secondary School
- Yusof Ishak Secondary School
- Ang Mo Kio Secondary School
- Bowen Secondary School
- Hai Sing Catholic School
- Jurong Secondary School
- St. Gabriel’s Secondary School
- Bedok View Secondary School
- Deyi Secondary School
- Greendale Secondary School
- Jurong West Secondary School
- Queensway Secondary School
- West Spring Secondary School
- Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
- Beatty Secondary School
- Christ Church Secondary School
- Hillgrove Secondary School
- Mayflower Secondary School
- North Vista Secondary School
- Pasir Ris Crest Secondary School
- Pasir Ris Secondary School
- Bedok South Secondary School
- Compassvale Secondary School
- Kent Ridge Secondary School
- Naval Base Secondary School
- Orchid Park Secondary School
- Tampines Secondary School
- Unity Secondary School
- Yuan Ching Secondary School
- Bukit View Secondary School
- Peirce Secondary School
- Punggol Secondary School
- Seng Kang Secondary School
- Woodgrove Secondary School
- Yishun Secondary School
- Zhenghua Secondary School
- Admiralty Secondary School
- Bedok Green Secondary School
- Chua Chu Kang Secondary School
- Hougang Secondary School
- Jurongville Secondary School
- New Town Secondary School
- Peicai Secondary School
- Yuhua Secondary School
- Assumption English School
- Bartley Secondary School
- Bendemeer Secondary School
- Boon Lay Secondary School
- Broadrick Secondary School
- Bukit Merah Secondary School
- Canberra Secondary School
- Changkat Changi Secondary School
- Damai Secondary School
- Dunearn Secondary School
- East Spring Secondary School
- Greenridge Secondary School
- Guangyang Secondary School
- Junyuan Secondary School
- Juying Secondary School
- Loyang View Secondary School
- Manjusri Secondary School
- Marsiling Secondary School
- Meridian Secondary School
- Montfort Secondary School
- Northbrooks Secondary School
- Northland Secondary School
- Outram Secondary School
- Queenstown Secondary School
- Regent Secondary School
- Sembawang Secondary School
- Serangoon Garden Secondary School
- Serangoon Secondary School
- Springfield Secondary School
- Westwood Secondary School
- Whitley Secondary School
- Woodlands Ring Secondary School
- Woodlands Secondary School
- Yio Chu Kang Secondary School
- Yuying Secondary School
- Assumption Pathway School
- Crest Secondary School
- Fuchun Secondary School
- Northlight School
- NUS High School of Mathematics and Science
- School of Science and Technology, Singapore
- School of the Arts, Singapore
- Singapore Sports School
- Spectra Secondary School
Summary
Choosing the right secondary school is a significant step toward a bright future. Each school offers unique opportunities for students to grow and excel, and with the right support, such as math tuition, your child can make the most of their secondary education. Whether it’s mastering challenging subjects or exploring co-curricular passions, the right combination of school and tuition can help students achieve their full potential and build a strong foundation for their future.
We teach Secondary 1, Secondary 2, Secondary 3 and Secondary 4 math, covering E-Math and A-Math. Study online with our Sec 1, Sec 2, Sec 3 E-Math, Sec 3 A-Math, Sec 4 E-Math and Sec 4 A-Math courses, or browse every secondary school profile.
Singapore has around 140 secondary schools, all teaching the same Ministry of Education syllabus. They differ in stream availability, Integrated Programme status, affiliations and subject offerings, so the useful comparisons are entry requirements, mathematics pathways and what a school offers beyond the examination.
How to use this list
Every school below teaches the same national syllabus, so this is not a ranking and no ordering is implied. What differs is which streams and subjects are available, whether the school runs the Integrated Programme, its affiliations, and its culture. Each entry links to a fuller profile.
Under Full Subject-Based Banding, a student can take individual subjects at a more demanding level than their overall placement suggests, which makes the old stream labels a weaker guide than they used to be. Mathematics is the subject where this matters most often.
What actually separates one secondary school from another
- Integrated Programme — students bypass the O-Level examination and continue to A-Levels or the IB over six years.
- Subject availability — not every school offers every combination at upper secondary; Additional Mathematics availability and class size vary.
- Affiliation — affects junior college admission for affiliated students.
- Specialised schools — for sport, the arts, science and mathematics, or applied learning.
- Entry requirements — cut-off points move year to year and are a snapshot of demand rather than a measure of quality.
Where mathematics fits across the four years
The mathematics load changes shape more than once. Secondary 1 introduces algebra as a language rather than a topic, which is why students who did well at PSLE sometimes stumble. Secondary 2 is the year that decides subject placement, and then Secondary 3 is the hardest jump in the system because two mathematics subjects begin at once.
The choice that shapes the rest is E-Math versus A-Math. From there, our O-Level E-Math guide and why O-Level A-Math feels like a different subject cover the examinations, the A-Math topic map covers the content, and the Secondary 4 revision plan covers the final year. For the Normal (Academic) route, N-Level math and the path forward.
Further reading
For the stage before this one, see our list of primary schools in Singapore; for the stage after, our list of junior colleges in Singapore. Integrated Programme students should read how IP mathematics differs, and everyone arriving from Primary 6 should read what changes in Secondary 1.
On support: what Secondary 1 tuition should actually cover, the nine criteria we judge ourselves against and Sec 1 tuition rates in Singapore. Our math tuition in Singapore programmes cover every secondary level, and the online math tuition courses follow the same syllabus at home.
Frequently asked questions
How many secondary schools are there in Singapore?
There are around 140 secondary schools, including government, government-aided, autonomous, independent and specialised schools. All teach the same Ministry of Education syllabus; they differ in streams offered, Integrated Programme status, subject availability and affiliation.
What is the Integrated Programme and who is it for?
The Integrated Programme lets students continue from secondary school to A-Levels or the IB over six years without sitting the O-Level examination. It suits students who are secure academically and do not need the intermediate examination as a checkpoint. Mathematics moves faster and more abstractly.
How does Full Subject-Based Banding change school choice?
It means a student can take individual subjects at a more demanding level than their overall placement suggests. Mathematics is the subject where this happens most often, so a school’s willingness and capacity to support subject-level uplift is worth asking about directly.
Do cut-off points tell you how good a school is?
No. Cut-off points reflect demand in a given year, which is driven by location, reputation and cohort size as much as by anything happening in the classroom. They move annually and should be read as a snapshot of competition, not a measure of teaching.
When do students choose between E-Math and A-Math?
The decision is made towards the end of Secondary 2 and takes effect in Secondary 3. It depends on genuine algebraic fluency rather than on a pass mark, and it shapes which subject combinations are comfortably available later at junior college.
Where can I check official school information?
The Ministry of Education’s SchoolFinder is the authoritative source for programmes, subject offerings and admission details, and SEAB publishes the examination syllabuses. The profiles here summarise published information and are reviewed annually.
Last reviewed July 2026. School details follow Ministry of Education and SEAB published information. Programme offerings and admission details change, so check MOE SchoolFinder and SEAB before making a decision.


