Supporting Singaporean Student
Schemes for Students from Low Income Families
MOE has many schemes to support the educational needs of Singaporean students especially those from low-income families.
MOE Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)(Enhanced)
With effect from 1 March 2012, students with a gross monthly household income of not more than $2,500 (up from $1,500) are eligible for FAS. They also qualify for FAS if their per capita household income is not more than $625. Both changes will allow twice as many students to qualify for FAS – from 40,000 to an estimated 80,000 students.
How do I qualify now?
- Gross Monthly Household Income not exceeding $2,500
OR
- Per Capita Household Income (PCI) not exceeding $625*
*PCI is gross monthly household income ivided by number of members in the household. E.g., household with a gross monthly income of $3,000 but 5 members will qualify, as PCI is $600.
What does the scheme provide
- 00% subsidy for school and standard miscellaneous fees
- Free textbooks and school attire for primary and secondary levels; $750 bursary for pre-university level
- 75% subsidy for national exam fee
School Breakfast Programme (Enhanced)
FAS recipients in primary school are also provided with breakfast every day before the start of school. Starting from 2012, funding for this programme has been increased from $180 to $270 a year per student.
School-based Financial Assistance (Enhanced)
Schools provide additional financial assistance for FAS recipients as well as students who require help but are not eligible for the FAS. MOE has provided each school with $10,000 per year for this purpose, for the next three years. Schools with a larger number of FAS students receive an additional $5,000 per year.
Opportunity Fund
The Opportunity Fund provides further subsidy to students from lower-income families to own personal computers and to participate in developmental or enrichment programmes. It ensures that these students are not denied learning opportunities due to their family circumstances.
Independent School Bursaries (Enhanced)
The Independent School Bursary has been
revised, with PCI being similarly introduced
as a parallel assessment criterion.
Community-based Financial Support
Schools tap on the financial support offered by the wider community and charities. Schools also refer students from families in need to the Community Development Councils and other voluntary welfare organisations that operate in partnership with Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports and National Council of Social Service for other forms of support or assistance.
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Other Schemes for Singaporean Students
Edusave Pupils Fund
Each student receives an annual Edusave contribution of $200 at primary level and $240 at secondary level. The Edusave account can be used to pay for approved fees and enrichment programmes.
Edusave Grant
Schools also tap on the Edusave Grant to organise enrichment programmes and to better provide for the learning needs of their students.
Trips for International Experience Fund
Schools can tap on the Trips for International Experience Fund to send their students to overseas learning programmes.
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Edusave Awards for Singaporean Student
Edusave Awards recognise students for exemplary character, good academic performance as well as non-academic achievement
Edusave Character Award(New)
To emphasize the importance that MOE places on nurturing students with good values and character, MOE introduced the new Edusave Character Award this year to allow schools to also recognise Singaporean students who have consistently demonstrated exemplary values and civic responsibility. The Edusave Character Award is equal in monetary value to the Edusave Scholarships.
Edusave Scholarships
The Edusave Scholarships recognise Singaporean students who excelled in their academic studies, and are in the top 10% in terms of academic performance in each level and course from Primary to Secondary 5.
Edusave Awards for Achievement, Good Leadership and Service (EAGLES)(Enhanced)
The EAGLES recognises Singaporean students who displayed good leadership, service to community and schools or excellence in non-academic activities. The number of awards has been doubled this year from 5% to 10% of eligible Singaporean students. The monetary quantum has also been increased.
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Edusave Awards for Singaporean Students
Edusave Merit Bursary(Enhanced)
Starting from November 2012, the Edusave Merit Bursary will be awarded to students with monthly household income not exceeding $5,000 (up from $4,000) or with PCI not exceeding $1,250.
To qualify, students who meet the income criteria should be in the top 25% of their level and course in terms of academic performance, of good conduct, and not receive the Edusave Scholarship.
Good Progress Award
Students in each level and course who have made significant improvement in their academic performance are eligible for the Good Progress Award, provided they are not recipients of an Edusave scholarships or Edusave Merit Bursary.
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Schemes for Full-Time Post-Secondary Singaporean Students
CDC/CCC and MOE Bursary
Students in government-funded postsecondary education institutions can apply for the CDC/CCC Bursary or the MOE Bursary if their PCI does not exceed $1,700 per month. The quantum of award varies based on the institution of study and the student’s PCI.
Tuition Fee Loan and Study Loan Schemes
On top of this, the Tuition Fee Loan Scheme and Study Loan Scheme are available to students in polytechnics and the autonomous universities. Each institution also offers its own financial assistance schemes to help needy students. In addition, there are other aid offered by foundations, private and professional organisations, community groups and self-help groups.
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Congratulations to our principal
Mrs Chin Shin Wea and the following colleagues on their promotion to their next higher grade:
Miss Gwen Ngan
Mrs Hesheam
Miss Go Qiuxia
Mdm Rasidah
Miss Ting Pui Sin
Mdm Neo Bee Leng
Mdm Sharida
We are also happy to inform you that our CSO Mdm Jess Tan was one of the recipients of the MOE Service Excellence Award 2011.
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MOE ExCEL Fest 2012
“MOE ExCEL Fest is an annual event that celebrates and shares exciting and innovative practices in schools. It is also a platform for parents and members of the public to find out more about the latest developments in our education landscape. Visit us to gain a first-hand view of the innovation and diversity in our education landscape!”
Date: 31st March 2012
Time: Saturday 10am – 6pm (open to the public)
Location: Suntec International Convention and Exhibition centre Level 2,3 and 4
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Congratulations!
Dear Colleagues,
On behalf of Mrs Chin, I would like to share this piece of good news with all of you. The principal of Unity Secondary School has written 2 congratulation letters to Mrs Chin regarding the outstanding performance of 3 of our former pupils at GCE ‘O’ level and the ‘N’ level exams. We are indeed proud of the excellent performance of our former pupils.
The students are :-
Chua Guo Yao – 6 Distinctions at GCE ‘O’ Level 2011
Lin Xiuqi Olivia – 5 Distinctions at GCE ‘O’ Level 2011
Chong Teck Hsun – 4 Distinctions at “N’ level 2011
For more details , please refer to the attached letters.
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P.S.L.E. 2011 Results
Our top pupil – D H Muhammad Sulaiman
| 2010 | 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kranji Primary School | 97.5 | 97.7 |
| National Average | 97.3 | 97.4 |
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Subjects achieving above National Average Passes
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English Language Mathematics Science Malay Language Tamil Language Foundation English Language Foundation Mathematics |
Foundation Science Foundation Chinese Foundation Malay Foundation Tamil Higher Malay Higher Tamil |
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Subjects achieving above National Average Quality Passes
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Malay Language Tamil Language Foundation English Language Foundation Mathematics |
Foundation Science Foundation Malay Higher Malay |
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CONGRATULATIONS ON THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF OUR EX-STUDENTS
| Name | No. of Distinctions in the 2011 GCE ‘O’ Level Examination |
| LI SHAOMENG | 6 |
| GHAYATHIRI SONDARAJAN | 7 |
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P6 Overseas Learning Journey 2011
Malacca and Kuala Lumpur
27th to 29th October 2011
Departure Date : 27 Oct 2011, Thursday
Time : 6.15 am sharp
Venue : School
Arrival Date : 29 Oct 2011, Saturday
Time : Approximately 6.30 p.m
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National Inter-Primary Schools Basketball Championships 2011
1. Senior Girls – Champions
2. Senior Boys – Champions
2011 National Champions
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WEST ZONE PRIMARY SCHOOLS FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT 2011
1. Senior Boys – Champions
NATIONALS INTER-PRIMARY SCHOOLS FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT 2011
1. Senior Boys – 3rd Runner Up
2011 West Zone Senior Boys Champions
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TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP 2011 (Local)
Congratulations to Miss Thien Ying Jie, Elena
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KPS performs shadowplay @Octoburst 2011
For more information, please click/follow the links below:
http://www.esplanade.com/youngAudience/octoburst11_home.html
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Nominate your teacher for the Caring Teacher Award.
For more information, kindly click the link as below:
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Engagement with Parents on School Safety through Singapore Schools Sports Council
For more information, kindly click the link as below:
