AEIS Singapore - Secondary Level

An Overview of AEIS Singapore for Secondary Levels

Overview:

Application Period: AEIS typically begins in July, with successful applicants commencing school in January of the following year.

Process:

• Application: International students apply to take the relevant AEIS tests.
• Testing: Applicants take the AEIS tests.
• Outcome: Admission is contingent upon performance in the tests, with placement based on available vacancies and residential area preferences.

Admission is not guaranteed and is contingent upon your child’s performance in the tests. Successful candidates will be placed based on available vacancies in MOE schools and your declared residential area, where possible.

Key Dates (reference):

• July 2023: Apply for AEIS-Secondary Tests
• September 2023: Receive Entry Proof – Upon approval of your application and successful payment, you will receive an email instructing you to download your child’s entry proof from the CP.
• September 15, 2023: AEIS-Secondary Tests – Your child will undertake the English and Mathematics assessments in Singapore.
• December 2023: Release of Outcome
• December – January 2024: School Reporting Period – Successful applicants are required to report to the allocated school within the specified reporting period. Failure to do so may result in the offer being extended to other applicants.
• January 2024: School Commencement

Eligibility criteria

Ensure your child sits for tests appropriate for their age group. 

Application Process:

• Create an Account: Register your child on the Candidates Portal (CP).
• Submit Online Application: Complete the online application on CP, including uploading necessary documents and paying applicable fees.
• Check Application Status: Monitor the CP for updates on your application status.
• Receive Entry Proof: Once your application is approved and payment is successful.

Test Details:

• The AEIS tests vary according to the intended education level, encompassing English and Mathematics components, each tailored with specific formats and durations.

Preparing for the AEIS Test:

For AEIS-Secondary, your child should be proficient in English and Mathematics topics taught in mainstream schools for the level preceding the one they are applying for. For example, aspiring candidates for Secondary 3 should be acquainted with Secondary 2 content.

Release of Outcome:

Outcome notifications are accessible via the AEIS Internet System (AEIS-IS) during specified periods. Successful applicants must report to their assigned school within designated reporting periods.

Admission Requirements:

Admission confirmation may require a valid Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), Dependant’s Pass (DP), or Immigration Exemption Order (IEO). Students without valid passes may need to obtain a Student’s Pass (STP) upon admission, facilitated by the school.

For more information, visit: https://www.moe.gov.sg/international-students/aeis?pt=Secondary