FAQ
Last Updated: 19 September 2025
If you have questions regarding our school or student admissions, below are some of our commonly asked questions. Alternatively, you can contact us via email or call us.
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Academic Inquires | Admission / Registration Inquiries | General Inquiries
Academic Inquiries
1. What’s the school term in San Yu Adventist School (SYAS) like?
San Yu Adventist School (SYAS) largely follows the school terms set by the Ministry of Education (MOE). Generally, the school year begins in the first week of January and concludes in October/November for secondary levels and in November for primary levels.
| Term 1 | January to first or second week of March |
| Term 2 | Mid-March to end-May |
| Term 3 | End-June to first or second week of September |
| Term 4 | Secondary Level: End-October to early November Primary Level: November |
As dates for each school term varies every year, please refer to our school calendar here. Schedules are subjected to change. The school will inform parent/guardian on the changes if any.
2. What academic levels are taught at SYAS?
SYAS provides
- Primary education from Primary 1 through Primary 6, leading to the government Primary School Leaving Examinations (PSLE) (subject to PSLE requirements to take part), as well as
- Preparatory Secondary 1 Foundation (PS1F), a foundation course to prepare students for Secondary 1 and;
- 4 years of secondary level education at General 3 (G3) level for Secondary 1 to Secondary 3 and Express Stream for Secondary 4, leading to the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (GCE) Original Level (O-Level) examination (in 2026) or the Singapore-Cambridge Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) examinations (from 2027).
3. What will my child/ward be awarded after completing their primary/secondary education with SYAS?
- Students who completed their primary education and sit for the PSLE will be awarded a PSLE certificate issued by the Ministry of Education (MOE), Singapore.
- Students who completed their secondary education and sit for the GCE ‘O’ Level examination will be awarded a GCE ‘O’ Level certificate (in 2026) or the Singapore-Cambridge Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) examinations (from 2027) issued by MOE.
- Students who completed each course will receive the Year-End Result Slip. The student can request a Letter of Certification.
4. Does SYAS offer IB syllabus?
No, SYAS follows the Singapore MOE syllabus. Visit MOE website for more information.
5. What subjects are taught at SYAS?
Please refer to our primary and secondary level pages for more information on the courses and subjects offered by SYAS.
6. What is the Teacher to Student ratio for each class?
| Primary 1 to Primary 2 | 1 teacher : 30 students |
| Primary 3 to Secondary 4 | 1 teacher : 35 students |
7. Is Bible Knowledge Subject compulsory?
Yes. Bible knowledge class, chapel service, daily prayers are part and parcel of SYAS culture and life. Bible Knowledge is a core subject and is examinable.
8. Can my child take Chinese language?
If your child/ward is Chinese, they will be required to take Chinese as a second language. Chinese Beginner class is available for non-Chinese students for Primary 1 to Primary 4 students.
Academic/Registration Inquiries
9. When can we register?
Entrance tests are usually conducted once a month from August to May. Please note that the schedule may change if needed. Registration will close once all available places are taken, so we encourage you to apply early.
Please refer to Registration Schedule for more information
Registration will cease once vacancy is filled.
10. Can I register my child/ward for admission in the latter half of the year?
We encourage prospective applicants to join SYAS at the start of the academic year in January. The school allows eligible applicants to join the school by June (Term 3) on a case-by-case basis, depending on availability. Please note that registration for the current academic year closes by the end of May.
It is the responsibility of the student who joins after January to catch up with the lessons in time for the year-end promotional examinations. There is no automatic promotion to the next level of study, and it will depend on the student’s year-end results.
Please refer to our Curriculum (primary/ secondary) for more information
11. How much is the course fee?
Please refer to our fee payment for more information on fee payment for each course.
Note: Course fees are revised on an annual basis.
12. How do I apply to SYAS?
Please refer to Application Process for more information on the admission requirements and application procedure to join SYAS.
13. My child/ward has completed Kindergarten/Primary school/ International school (PYP) overseas. Can my child/ward apply to SYAS?
Your child/ward will need to take and pass the entrance test and interview.
Please refer to our Admission Prerequisites for more information
14. How does SYAS assess my child?
SYAS conducts a entrance test. This test allows the School to assess the student’s academic suitability, and selection is based on merit, vacancy and interview.
15. Does my child/ward need to take a entrance test and interview?
Anyone seeking admission to SYAS must take the entrance tests (English and Mathematics) and undergo an interview.
16. How should my child/ward prepare for the entrance test?
Students applying for SYAS will have to prepare for their entrance test in English and Mathematics.
Your child/ward may purchase assessment books from any Singapore book store to prepare for their entrance test. The level of difficulty of the entrance test is dependent on the level your child/ward is applying for.
For example, entrance test for Primary 5 is based on Primary 4 English and Mathematics curriculum.
17. How many times can I take the entrance test?
A maximum of 2 times for each level in each academic year.
18. When will the entrance test result be released?
Results will be released to parents/guardian 1 to 2 months from the date the applicant takes the entrance test.
19. If my child is holding a Student’s Pass (STP) and is now studying in another private school, what’s the procedure to follow when the application to SYAS is successful?
SYAS will apply for a transfer of STP through Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), Singapore. Processing time takes about 2 to 4 weeks.
20. Can SYAS apply for the accompanying pass for parents?
SYAS will only apply STP for the child. Parents can check with the ICA on their eligibility for the accompanying pass and submit the application themselves. It is the ICA’s discretion to approve or reject the application.
21. Can I (the parent) be the guardian of my child?
Yes, if you are holding a valid pass in Singapore (Dependent Pass, Long Time Visit Pass, Employment Pass, Work Permit).
22. Do I need to apply for a student's pass if my child is on a dependent pass/long term visit pass?
No, holders of valid Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), Dependant's Pass (DP) and Immigration Exemption Order (IEO) are not required to obtain an STP to pursue full time studies with SYAS. They may enrol within the duration of their existing pass. However, if the existing pass expires or is cancelled during the duration of their studies, the student will need to apply for an STP to continue his/her studies. The prevailing STP eligibility criteria will apply. Please refer to our Student's Pass Application page for more information.
General Inquiries
23. How many nationalities are represented at SYAS?
Our students arrive from all over the world, from at least 15 countries including Singapore.
24. Is food provided at SYAS?
Yes, food will be provided by SYAS for our students.
25. Does my child/ward have to wear school uniform?
Yes. All students are required to wear the school uniform. SYAS will inform parents/guardian whenever there is a special event that does not require the student to wear the school uniform.
26. Is my child’s/ward’s attendance important?
Yes. SYAS has a strict attendance policy and strongly discourages students from being absent without a valid reason.
If a child/ward's monthly attendance falls below 90%, a warning letter will be issued. The school will also be required to inform the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) for Student Pass (STP) holders and follow up with the parents or guardians.
27. Is there school bus services provided by the school?
No, there is no school bus services provided at the moment. However you may check out companies such as Tok's School Bus etc, if you are interested in arranging bus service. SYAS is not liable for any services provided by them.
28. What is the dismissal time for students?
It varies depending on the child's timetable. You may refer to the current timetable available on our Download Center page. However, they are subjected to change.
29. How can I be an agent of SYAS?
Please refer to our Student Recruitment Agents Application page for more information on the agent selection criteria and application procedure.