1. How do I apply for the DSA for my child? What CCAs
are offered?
Visit the school's website at www.fairfieldsec.org and obtain the application form from the frontpage link.
The CCAs available are listed on the website.
All application forms must be accompanied by results from Primary 4 to Primary
6 and any other relevant supporting documents.
Please note that incomplete application forms OR application forms submitted
without supporting documents will not be accepted.
Applications close on 7 July 2008.
2. How long is the selection process?
The selection process is from 23 June to 16 August 2008. Results of the
selection will be released by 29 August 2008.
3. How do I know if my child is eligible for the DSA?
All Primary 6 students in Singapore may apply for the DSA to the school of their
choice, based on the school’s criteria to select academic and non-academic
talents for a more flexible and broad-based education system.
4. What happens after I have applied for the DSA?
There are 2 selection criteria following the submission of the DSA application
form.
First, the school will arrange for a Selection Test/ Aptitude Test for your child
in the DSA area you have applied for. You will receive a
call from the school within a week after the closing date. It is compulsory for
your child to attend the Selection Test/ Aptitude Test as it is part of the selection
criteria.
Second, should your child perform well at the Selection Test/ Aptitude Test,
he/she will progress on to the interview stage. The school will inform you of
the interview within a week following the Selection Test/ Aptitude Test.
5. When will I know of the results of my application?
All applicants will receive a written notification through
mail by 29 August 2008, stating whether the application has
been successful.
6. What should I do if my application has been successful and I receive
a Confirmed Offer from the school?
Students with a Confirmed Offer will be issued a School Preference
Form from the respective primary schools. 5 working days will
be given (from 23-30 Oct) to indicate your School Preferences
(up to 3 choices).
You will need
to indicate your school preferences, with Fairfield
Methodist Secondary School as the first preference.
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