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Government School Preparatory Course
As a multi-ethnic country, English is the language of communication amongst each race in Singapore. It is taught as a first language to all children from young. With the exception of Mother Tongue (Mandarin, Malay or Tamil), it is the main medium used in all lessons from pre-school to university.
As such, many foreign students may face some difficulties when they choose to study in Singapore, especially if they come from countries where English is not taught as the first language, Before any student is allowed enrollment into any school or institution in Singapore, the student usually has to sit and pass an entrance examination to assess his or her competency in the English Language and Mathematics. The entrance examination is usually held in January, February, March, September, October, November and December.
Students may choose to take this Preparatory Course for the purpose of admission into a government school in Singapore. They may also take the Preparatory Course (English intensive) as a prerequisite for our O Level Preparatory Course.
English
English will be the focus in this Preparatory Course, both as a subject in itself and as a medium for learning other subjects. Besides knowing the education system and syllabus laid down by the Ministry of Education in Singapore, our experience and qualified teachers are able to understand the difficulties students face and assist them in overcoming these problems. Students will be taught the skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking English.
Mathematics
Our educators will teach the students according to the syllabus laid down by the Ministry of Education. Students will be taught formulae, mathematical terms and concepts, all of which will be done in English.
All students will be taught up to the academic level in preparation for the entrance examination they have signed up for.
Preparation for the Entrance Examination
As students need to attain the required standard in a given time, students have to complete numerous assignments as well as put in hours of self study. Besides the personal coaching and guidance of our educators as well as the motivation of the students, we would appreciate if parents or guardians could be involved.
To monitor the students’ progress, monthly tests will be given. Advice will be given to help the students improve. Parents and guardians will be advised on the choice of school the students should enroll into.
Pre-requisites
This course is for students who wish to enter school in Singapore at either primary 1-5 or secondary 1-3. Schools here normally do not accept students entering at Primary 6 or Secondary 4 due to the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) or GCE ‘O’ Level Examination (O Level) respectively. Students who wish to enter Junior College are advised to take our O Level Preparatory Course.
Students intending to enroll into a government school in Singapore need to perform well in the school entrance examination. Their age, academic results, diligence and self motivation are some factors that will determine their choice of school and level they can enter.
Students need to be between 7 to 18 years of age for this course or up to 23 years old if they are attending the O level or A level preparatory course.
To help each student better prepare for this Preparatory Course, our Centre will administer an entrance examination to ascertain the English language ability of the student.
Course Details
There will be a maximum of 8 students per class.
COURSE FEES
1) Per application Registration Fee (non-refundable) is S$500. It is inclusive of Student Pass application and excludes student pass fees payable to ICA. Renewal of student pass is S$250 excluding student pass renewal fee payable to ICA. Registration fee for Singaporean/SPR/Dependent Pass holders is S$250.
2) Examination Fees are payable prior to examination registration
3) Materials Fee
Primary Level Material Fees Per Quarterly S$250
Secondary Level Material Fees Per Quarterly S$350
4) Bank Service Fee
Bank Escrow Services Transaction & Service Fees S$130*
Government School Preparatory Course
Mon – Fri 3 hours per day, Tuition Fees: 12 weeks – S$2,100
All prices quoted are exempt from Good & Services Tax (GST).
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why should I take the entrance examination for admission into a government school?
In general, it is compulsory for every student to take this examination. Getting into a government school in Singapore will eventually help you improve your English as well as provide you a holistic education. You will then have equal opportunities like all other Singaporeans in achieving a higher level of education.
2. Who should sit for the examination?
Anyone who wishes to study in a government school in Singapore has to take the examination. They have the option of entering a government school at Primary 2-5 or Secondary 1-3 level. The entry level depends on the student’s age, results scored during the examination and the number of vacancies available at a particular school. Students are required to register beforehand the education standard they wish to apply for and an assessment for that level will be administered for the examination.
3. How many subjects must I take during the examination for admission into a government school?
Students are usually required to do well in their Mathematics and English tests for the Admissions Exercise for International Students (AEIS) to enjoy the convenience of centralised testing and the offer of a school place if they are successful.
4. Why must I prepare before admission into a government school?
All subjects (except Mother Tongue & Higher Chinese) will be in English and students who do not speak English as their first language will need time to improve their English and get used to understanding the facts and concepts in the other subjects in English.
5. Who conducts this examination?
The Ministry of Education is responsible for this examination.
6. When is the examination?
The AEIS examination is for is usually held in Sep – Oct yearly. International students who miss the AEIS test and still wish to seek mainstream school admission for academic year may approach their preferred schools directly after sitting for the Qualifying Test (QT) Nov – Mar.
7. When must I register for the examination?
As there will be many candidates who are also taking this examination, it is advisable to register for the examination at least 2 months earlier.
8. Where is the examination held?
Details of the venue will be provided nearer the date of the examination.
9. How will I know my results?
Students taking AEIS exam will be informed of the school posting offer in December. For Qualifying Test results, it will be within 1 month of testing.
10. How do I register for this Course?
You can register for the Course by filling up the Course application form and signing a Student Contract.
11. Do I require a student visa?
For courses longer than one month, foreign students (who are not Singaporean/SPR/Dependent Pass holders) are required have a valid visa or student pass. Our Centre offers student pass application for students who require this service.
12. Do you provide services like airport transfer arrangement of accommodation or guardianship services?
These services can be arranged. Please contact us regarding the services you require.
13. Who should I contact if I have further questions?
For more information, please contact:
Inspire Education Centre
Tel: (65) 6345-3147
Fax: (65) 6836-4975
Email: info@inspire-edu.com
