The Ministry of Education (MOE) has released the cut-off points for secondary schools in Singapore for the 2023 academic year. The cut-off points are the minimum scores that students must achieve in the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) in order to be eligible for admission to a particular secondary school.
Express Streams
| School | Express Cut-Off Point 2022-2023 | Express Cut-Off Point 2021-2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Anglo-Chinese School | 252 | 253 |
| Hwa Chong Institution | 252 | 253 |
| Nanyang Girls’ High School | 253 | 254 |
| Raffles Girls’ School | 252 | 253 |
| Raffles Institution | 252 | 253 |
| St Andrew’s Junior College | 252 | 253 |
| St Joseph’s Institution | 252 | 253 |
| Victoria School | 252 | 253 |
Normal (Academic) Streams
| School | Normal (Academic) Cut-Off Point 2022-2023 | Normal (Academic) Cut-Off Point 2021-2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Secondary School | 174 | 177 |
| CHIJ St Nicholas Girls’ School | 172 | 175 |
| Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary) | 172 | 175 |
| Jurong Secondary School | 171 | 174 |
| Marsiling Secondary School | 170 | 173 |
| Montfort Secondary School | 172 | 175 |
| Nan Hua Secondary School | 171 | 174 |
| Teck Whye Secondary School | 170 | 173 |
Normal (Technical) Streams
| School | Normal (Technical) Cut-Off Point 2022-2023 | Normal (Technical) Cut-Off Point 2021-2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Boon Lay Secondary School | 138 | 141 |
| Bukit Batok Secondary School | 141 | 144 |
| CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel (Secondary) | 140 | 143 |
| Crest Secondary School | 139 | 142 |
| Fuhua Secondary School | 138 | 141 |
| Greendale Secondary School | 140 | 143 |
| Hillgrove Secondary School | 139 | 142 |
| Hong Kah Secondary School | 139 | 142 |
- Start preparing early: Begin studying for the PSLE well in advance. The earlier you start, the more time you will have to master the material.
- Set realistic goals: Don’t try to do too much at once. Break down your goals into smaller, more manageable chunks.
- Get help when you need it: Don’t be afraid to ask for help from your teachers, parents, or tutors.
- Make the most of your resources: Utilize the various resources available to you, such as textbooks, online resources, and practice tests.
- Stay motivated: It’s important to stay motivated throughout the preparation process. Set rewards for yourself and track your progress to stay on track.
- Focus on your strengths: Identify your strengths and weaknesses, and focus on improving your strengths.
- Practice regularly: The more you practice, the more confident you will become.
- Take breaks: Don’t try to study for hours on end without taking a break. Take short breaks throughout the day to refresh your mind.
- Get a good night’s sleep: Sleep is essential for memory consolidation. Make sure to get a good night’s sleep before the PSLE.
- Stay positive: Believe in yourself and your ability to succeed. A positive attitude will go a long way.
- Cramming: Don’t try to cram everything in at the last minute. This will only lead to stress and anxiety.
- Procrastinating: Don’t put off studying until the last minute. Start preparing early and avoid procrastination.
- Getting discouraged: Don’t get discouraged if you don’t do well on a practice test. Use these tests as learning opportunities and keep practicing.
- Not getting enough sleep: Sleep is essential for memory consolidation. Make sure to get a good night’s sleep before the PSLE.
- Neglecting your health: Take care of your physical and mental health throughout the preparation process. Eat healthy foods, get regular exercise, and take breaks when you need them.
