2025 Direct School Admission (DSA)
COMPASSVALE SECONDARY SCHOOL
2025 DIRECT SCHOOL ADMISSION – SECONDARY (DSA-SEC) EXERCISE
We invite interested Primary 6 pupils to apply to join CVSS in Secondary One 2026 through the 2025 Direct School Admission – Secondary (DSA-Sec) Exercise under the school’s distinctive programmes and talent areas.
DSA-SEC TALENTS OFFERED
We offer DSA-SEC via 2 routes: STEM (Aeronautics, Environmental Science, Robotics)and Sports & Games (Floorball - Boys and Girls, Netball, Softball - Boys, Badminton - Boys and Girls).
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATHEMATICS (STEM)
1. STEM: AERONAUTICS
The school's Applied Learning Programme in Aeronautics, Coding, Engineering and Sustainability (ACES) allows students to learn flight science and develop complementary competencies like coding and engineering. This is done through formal curriculum lessons, local and overseas learning experiences, hands-on projects, and participation in national-level competitions. Students can choose from the Aeronautics Club, Robotics Club, and Environmental Science Club to further their interests.
Members of the Aeronautics Club further their interests in the theories of flight and drone technology. Students engage in hands-on aeromodelling, drone operations and flight simulation lessons to better understand how aircrafts work and deeply appreciate the development of drone technology in recent years. Our students do very well in national competitions like the Singapore Amazing Flying Machine Competition (SAFMC) and the Drone Odyssey Challenge.
2. STEM: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Members of the Environmental Science Club explore how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics can be used to solve real-world problems related to the environment and sustainability. Members conduct investigations, for example using sensors to monitor water quality, which allow them to apply STEM concepts. These projects encourage critical thinking, data analysis, and creative problem-solving, making STEM more engaging and relevant to everyday life.
3. STEM: ROBOTICS
Robotics Club members develop critical, adaptive and inventive thinking skills as they tinker with robot sets and creatively code their creations to complete the tasks assigned. Students participate in various robotics competitions like the First LEGO League and the National Robotics Competition to gain real-world problem-solving experiences.
Experts from STEM-related industries are regularly invited to engage our students and allow them to learn more about the latest developments in their respective fields. Students will also have the chance to intern with partner companies in the STEM industries (e.g. aviation, programming, environmental sustainability) to gain first-hand experience and insights to potential future careers.
Join us today and grow your strengths and talents in STEM!
SELECTION CRITERIA
a. Evidence of talent, passion and self-initiative to learn in the area of STEM (Aeronautics, Environmental Science, Robotics).
b. Participation/achievements in STEM school programmes/events or external activities (e.g. CCAs/enrichment programmes/competitions/hobbies).
c. Performance during the selection process which includes an assessment in STEM and an interview by a selection panel.
d. Successful candidates are expected to participate actively and contribute to the school’s various STEM programmes (e.g. STEM-related competitions, ACES Applied Learning Programme, Aeronautics/ Environmental Science/Robotics clubs etc.).
e. Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
SELECTION PROCESS
a. Please note that meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the applicant will be shortlisted/given an offer.
b. Shortlisted applicants will be notified via email by 11 July 2025 and will be required to sit for an assessment on STEM and attend an interview in Compassvale Secondary School between 14 July 2025 and 15 August 2025.
c. Applicants may showcase any evidence of their pursuit of passion in STEM (Aeronautics, Environment Science, Robotics) that may support their application during the interview (e.g. artefacts of drones/gliders/machines, pictures/videos of themselves during competitions etc.).
d. All applicants will be informed of the application outcome via email between 25 August 2025 and 4 September 2025.
e. The school’s decision is final and there will be no appeal process.
SPORTS AND GAMES
2. SPORTS AND GAMES: BADMINTON (BOYS & GIRLS), FLOORBALL (BOYS & GIRLS), NETBALL (GIRLS ONLY) AND SOFTBALL (BOYS ONLY)
We nurture student-athletes with positive character traits, sportsmanship, and excellence in sports. We have a team of highly committed teachers and instructors who support each student’s growth and development.
Our Badminton, Floorball, Netball and Softball student-athletes have excelled in various National Inter-School Competitions. Many have gone on to compete at higher levels in their post-secondary institutions. We are also very proud of our student-athletes who represent Singapore on the international stage.
We collaborate with sports organisations and Institutes of Higher Learning to allow our student-athletes to gain experience through competitions, receive top-level training and guidance, and develop their leadership potential within their chosen sport.
In school, our newly developed CCA nutrition curriculum is designed to help prepare our student-athletes physically and mentally for competitions.
If you want to grow your strengths and talents in Badminton, Floorball, Netball and Softball, join us!
SELECTION CRITERIA
a. Evidence of talent and passion to develop in competitive Badminton/Floorball/Netball/Softball.
b. Participation/achievements in Badminton/Floorball/Netball/Softball competitions at school, National School Games or National Sports Association.
c. Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
SELECTION PROCESS
a. Please note that meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the applicant will be shortlisted/given an offer.
b. Shortlisted applicants will be notified via email by 11 July 2025 and will be required to perform skills-based tasks and attend an interview in Compassvale Secondary School between 14 July 2025 and 15 August 2025.
c. Applicants may showcase any evidence of their pursuit of passion in Badminton/Floorball/Netball/Softball that may support their application during the interview (e.g. Certificate of participation/ achievements in Badminton/Floorball/Netball/Softball competitions, pictures/videos of themselves during competitions etc.).
d. All applicants will be informed of the application outcome via email between 25 August 2025 and 4 September 2025.
e. The school’s decision is final and there will be no appeal process.
KEY DATES
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Application Period |
7 May 2025, 11am to 3 June 2025, 3pm |
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Notification of Shortlisted Applicants |
By 11 July 2025 |
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Selection of Shortlisted Applicants |
14 July 2025 to 15 August 2025 |
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Notification of Application Outcomes |
25 August 2025 to 4 September 2025 |
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
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Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open from 7 May 2025, 11am to 3 Jun 2025, 3pm. For more details, please refer to MOE website – www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec.
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Parents and students are encouraged to choose schools wisely based on the student’s aptitudes and strengths, bearing in mind the schools’ academic and non-academic requirements, and the programmes available to develop the area of talent.
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Students who are successfully admitted to the school via DSA are required to honour their commitment to the school and participate in the activities related to the talent they are selected for from year 1-4.
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For any queries, please contact the following school personnel in charge: DSA-Sec Coordinator: Mdm Yeo Hui Lee, Administration Manager Tel: 6881 5047 Email: cvss@moe.edu.sg (Indicate the subject: “Direct School Admission” in your email)