Curriculum

The curriculum of SFAEIS is based on the syllabus from Ministry of Education (MOE) in compliance with the AEIS procedures which comprises of English and Mathematics. Primary and Secondary students will be focusing more on the English and Mathematics as it’s the main component.

Additional subjects are included in the Primary Programme such as Arts (Visual/ Performing), Character Education, Physical Education, Health Education, Technology, Humanities, Culture & Moral and Mother Tongue languages. (Tamil, Hindi, Malay and Chinese)

International students seeking admission to SFAEIS should note that English is the medium of instruction and are strongly encouraged to prepare before sitting for the Assessment.

The curriculum equips students with knowledge skills which seeks to develop student’s thinking, process, and communication skills.

Assessment

Assessment is a procedure for prospective students to take before enrolling. It will consist of English and Maths questions, literacy and some other general questions, following an interview. The Assessment is not graded but it is mandatory as it plays an important role in the process of learning and motivation.

From the Assessment, students and their parents will be advised accordingly on the level of the student’s academic proficiency. The assessment help to identify any weaknesses especially any gaps in learning or missed out on concepts due to the different syllabus learnt of unfamiliar with our system of education.

Students who missed our Terms will have to attend our Bridging Programme. This will help to cover the gaps in the learning and to prepare the student on the coming terms work. As the learning is progressive, it will help to build up on the foundation of the subjects.

Grades

Grading Scheme for Primary 1 to Primary 4

Achievement Band

Mark Range

Brief Description

1

85 and above

Is very good in the subject

2

70 – 84

Is good in the subject

3

50 – 69

Has adequate grasp of the subject

4

Below 50

Has not met minimum requirements for the subject

 

Grading Scheme for Primary 5 to Primary 6

Achievement Band

Mark Range

Brief Description

A*

91 and above

Has very good understanding of the subject

A

75 – 90

Has good understanding of the subject

B

60 – 74

Has adequate understanding of the subject

C

50 – 59

Has adequate understanding of the subject

D

35 – 49

Has fair understanding of the subject

E

20 – 34

Has elementary understanding of the subject

U (ungraded)

Below 20

Has not met the requirement of the minimum grade

 

Grading Scheme for Secondary 1 to Secondary 4

Achievement Band

Mark Range

Brief Description

A*

91 and above

Has very good understanding of the subject

A

75 – 90

Has good understanding of the subject

B

60 – 74

Has adequate understanding of the subject

C

50 – 59

Has adequate understanding of the subject

D

35 – 49

Has fair understanding of the subject

E

20 – 34

Has elementary understanding of the subject

U (ungraded)

Below 20

Has not met the requirement of the minimum grade

Promotion/ Graduation Policy

Core module Non – Core Module
  Physical Education
English Arts
Mathematics Mother Tongue
Science Technology
  Humanities
  Culture & Moral
  3rd Language (Optional)

 

Term Exam
1 Weighted Assignment / Quiz 20%
2 Class Participation 15%
3 Behavioural & Attitude 15%
  Total 50%
Semestral Exam
1 Academic Paper 30%
2 Weighted Assignment / Quiz 20%
3 Class Participation 15%
4 Behavioural & Attitude 15%
5 Individual Project + Presentation 20%
  Total 100%

 

 

Transcripts & Records

Transcripts and records are given upon completion of the scheduled course. Any amendment should be made within 7 working days after receiving the transcript. Parents who are not able to collect the transcript may fill up the Authorisation Form for Collection of Certificate/ Academic Transcript.

Students who required our school to certify true copy of their Academic Transcript & Records may approach the main office. Students should bring along the original documents for the certification.

Please take note for any reprint of transcript records or certificate, there will be an additional charge of $20 and $30 respectively.

For other verification, you may write into your own branch email.

Code of Student Conduct

The SFAEIS Code of Student Conduct sets out the standard of conduct expected of students. It serves to guide students in both academically and non – academic pursuits so that they can have a meaningful and enjoyable learning experience in SFAEIS.

  • To recognize the right of everyone (include staff and visitors)
  • To obey the school rules and regulations
  • To respect all diverse background and uphold integrity
  • To treat everyone equally without any discrimination
  • To respect school property and other’s property
  • To have an acquiring mind of learning
  • To participate actively in all activities (indoor / outdoor)
  • To be punctual for classes
  • To submit required homework on time
  • To avoid disruptive behavior always

When a student is in a conflict with the school’s core values, the consequences will include but not limited to parent conference, detention, suspension, permanent exclusion. (for repeated and serious cases)

Detention is when students will lose their free time and some of the fun period.

Suspension is when a student exhibits a behavior that poses an immediate or continuing threat to the safety of others and clearly demonstrates failure to abide by the SFAEIS’s school rules. By suspending, the student will be provided time to reflect on the school rules and his/ her commitment to abide them.

Expulsion is when a case may rise where a threat to safety or a breach in conduct is so significant that the student will be required to leave the school and not return.

Student who engage in an unlawful act or intimidation, bullying, abusing or physical violence may hold accountable under school disciplinary actions.

Courses and Age Relevant

Courses

Requirement

Age

1) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 2)

Completed K2

6 – 7

2) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 3)

Completed Primary 1

7 – 8

3) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 4)

Completed Primary 2

8 – 9

4) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 5)

Completed Primary 3

9 – 10

5) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Secondary 1)

Completed Primary 5

12 – 14

6) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Secondary 2)

Completed Primary 6

14  – 16

School Primary Programme

School Primary Programme

Courses

Requirement

Age

1) SFA Eduhearts Programme (Primary 1)

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Kindergarten 2
  • Completed Kindergarten 2
  • Passed Internal Assessment

 

6 – 7

2) SFA Eduhearts Programme (Primary 2)

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Primary 1
  • Completed Primary 1
  • Passed Internal Assessment

 

7 – 8

3) SFA Eduhearts Programme (Primary 3)

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Primary 2
  • Completed Primary 2
  • Passed Internal Assessment

 

8 – 9

4) SFA Eduhearts Programme (Primary 4)

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Primary 3
  • Completed Primary 3
  • Passed Internal Assessment

 

9 – 10

5) SFA Eduhearts Programme (Primary 5)

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Primary 4
  • Completed Primary 4
  • Passed Internal Assessment

 

10 – 11

6) SFA Eduhearts Programme (Primary 6)

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Primary 5
  • Completed Primary 5
  • Passed Internal Assessment

 

11 – 12

 

AEIS Preparatory Programme

Courses

Requirement

Age

1) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 2)

 

  • Completed Kindergarten 2

6 – 7

2) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 3)

 

  • Completed Primary 1

 

7 – 8

3) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 4)

 

  • Completed Primary 2

 

8 – 9

4) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Primary 5)

 

  • Completed Primary 3

 

9 – 10

5) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Secondary 1)

 

  • Completed Primary 5

 

12 – 14  

6) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Secondary 2)

 

  • Completed Primary 6

 

14 – 16  

7) Preparatory Course for Admission into Government School (Secondary 3)

 

  • Completed Secondary 1

 

15 - 18

 

Preparatory Courses

 

1) Preparatory Course for Singapore – Cambridge General Certificate of Education Normal (Academic) Level Examination

 

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Secondary 2 in English and Mathematics
  • Completed Secondary 2
  • Passed Internal Assessment

·      At least 15 years old

 

 

 

2) Preparatory Course for Singapore – Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Examination

 

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Secondary 2 in English and Mathematics
  • Completed Secondary 2
  • Passed Internal Assessment

·      At least 15 years old

 

 

 

3) Preparatory Course for Singapore – Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Examination - Intensive

 

 

  • Obtained at least a pass at Secondary 3 in English and Mathematics
  • Completed Secondary 3
  • Passed Internal Assessment

·      At least 15 years old

 

 

Eligibility Criteria for AEIS (and Information) Primary Level

Primary Level

Age as at 1st Jan of the Year of Admission

Test to Apply

Content Tested

Possible Outcome

7 to 7+

Primary 2 / 3

Primary 1

Primary 2 or Primary 1 or unsuccessful

 

8 to 8+

Primary 2 / 3

Primary 2

Primary 3 or Primary 2 or Primary 1 or unsuccessful

 

9 to 9+

Primary 4 / 5

Primary 3

Primary 4 or Primary 3 or Primary 2 or unsuccessful

 

10 to 10+

Primary 4 / 5

Primary 4

Primary 5 or Primary 4 or Primary 3 or unsuccessful

 

11 to 11+

Primary 4 / 5

Primary 4

Primary 5 or Primary 4 or unsuccessful

 

12 to 12+

Primary 4 / 5

Primary 4

Primary 5 or unsuccessful

 

 

Secondary Level

Age as at 1st Jan of the Year of Admission

Test to Apply

Content Tested

Possible Outcome

Secondary 1

12 to 14+ years old

Primary 6

Secondary 1 or unsuccessful

 

Secondary 2

13 to 15+ years old

Secondary 1

Secondary 2 or unsuccessful

 

Secondary 3

14 to 16+ years old

Secondary 2

Secondary 3 or unsuccessful