Singapore Primary School Education

Primary Education consists of a 4-year foundation stage from Primary 1 to 4 and a 2-year orientation stage from Primary 5 to 6. The overall aim of primary education is to give students a good grasp of English language, Mother Tongue and Mathematics.

Fast Facts

• 6 years of compulsory education
• No school fees
  Standard miscellaneous fees:$5.50
  Second-tier miscellaneous fees:$5.50
• Subject-based Banding allows sudents to offer a mix of standard and foundation subjects, depending on their strengths
• National examination: Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE)
• Students are encouraged to participate in Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) and Community Involvement Programmes (CIP)
  
  Useful Links: http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/primary/