Direct School Admission (DSA)

Apply for Beatty Secondary School via the DSA-Sec Exercise, open to 2026 Primary 6 students from 6 May 2026.

Last updated 8 July 2026

Direct School Admission – Sec (DSA-Sec) for 2027

We invite all interested 2026 Primary 6 students to apply for Beatty Secondary School via the DSA-Sec Exercise.

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.

Students who are successfully admitted to the school via DSA are expected to honour their commitment to the school and participate in the activities related to the talent area they are selected for from Year 1 – 4.

Sports & Games

Performing Arts

Applied Learning Programme

Learning for Life Programme

The talent areas and their respective criteria are listed in the table below.

DSA talent areas and assessment criteria by category

Sports & Games
Talent Area	Criteria
Badminton	1. Physical Proficiency Aptitude Test Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: No. of sit-ups in 1 minute No. of inclined pull-ups in 30 seconds Timing based on 4 x 10m shuttle run Footwork agility test 2. Badminton Skills Assessment Execution of shots Game awareness
Football (Boys)	1. Physical Proficiency Aptitude Test Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: No. of sit-ups in 1 minute Timing based on 4 x 10m shuttle run Footwork agility test. 2. Football Skills Assessment Execution of shots Game awareness Teamwork
Canoeing	1. Physical Proficiency Aptitude Test Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: No. of sit-ups in 1 minute No. of push-ups in 1 minute Timing based on 4 x 10m shuttle run. 2. Kayaking Aptitude Test
Volleyball (Girls)	1. Physical Proficiency Aptitude Test Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: Timing based on 4 x 10m shuttle run Ability to serve Agility 2. Volleyball Skills Assessment Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: Ball handling skills Game awareness Teamwork
Wushu	Applicants will need to perform one of the following routines: Quan-Shu Short weapon Long weapon Applicants need only prepare for just one of the aforementioned routines. If a weapon-based routine is demonstrated, applicants will be required to bring their own weapon. Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: Flexibility Strength Execution
Performing Arts
Talent Area	Criteria
Choir	1. Solo Performance Assessment Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: To prepare and sing one song of your choice (at least 2 minutes). Applicants are required to prepare their own audio music, music scores and any other equipment that might be required to demonstrate their skills.
English Drama	1. Solo Performance Assessment Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: To prepare and enact 1-minute monologue performance based on a script of your choice. 2. Drama Skills Assessment Applicants will be assessed on the following aspects: Improvisation skills Vocal projection Spatial awareness.
Chinese Orchestra	1. Solo Performance Assessment Applicants are to prepare and perform one song of your choice (2 to 4 minutes long). Applicants are required to use their own musical instruments, music scores and any other equipment that might be required to demonstrate their skills.
Concert Band	1. Music Scales Test Applicants are required to play Concert Bb, Eb and/or F scale by memory. 2. Solo Performance Assessment Applicants are to perform two contrasting pieces of your choice (minimally 24 bars) Applicants are required to find their own musical instruments, music scores and any other equipment needed to demonstrate their skills.
Malay Dance	Applicants will be assessed based on: 1. 1-minute individual Malay dance performance of your choice. Please ensure that you have the music accompaniment for your dance performance 2. Dance Skills Assessment Applicants will be assessed on these aspects: Dance skills Ability to pick up dance routine Elegance
Modern Dance	Applicants will be assessed based on: 1. 1-minute individual dance performance of your choice. Please ensure that you have the music accompaniment for your dance performance 2. Dance Skills Assessment Applicants will be assessed on these aspects: Dance skills Agility Ability to pick up dance routine
Applied Learning Programme
Talent Area	Criteria
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)	Applicants will be assessed based on: Interest, knowledge and skills in coding; and Attitude and problem-solving skills through a short performance task.
Learning for Life Programme
Talent Area	Criteria
Student Leadership	Applicants will be considered based on the following qualities: confidence and maturity of thought clarity of expression willingness to show initiative interest in community service passion to lead and inspire others Prior experience as a student leader (e.g., school prefect, CCA leader, peer support leader, class monitor, etc.) would be an advantage.

Low Cheng Lum Scholarship

Students with Achievement Level (AL) 13 or better will be awarded the Low Cheng Lum Scholarship, worth a total value of S$2500, based on the following terms and conditions:

Cash Award of $1000 in Secondary 1, for students with AL 13 or better; and
Cash Award of $500 in Secondary 2-4, subject to good performance and conduct in the preceding year.

Application (6 May 2026, 11am to 2 June 2026, 4.30pm)

All applicants can apply for DSA-SEC through the centralized DSA-Sec Portal.

1. For applicants studying in MOE mainstream primary schools: Parent may log in directly to DSA-Sec Portal at: https://go.gov.sg/dsa-sec-application (opens in new tab) . Only one parent’s Singpass is required. Parents/guardians who are unable to apply online can approach their child’s primary school for assistance.

2. For applicants NOT studying in MOE mainstream primary schools: They need to apply for a Registration Number (RGxxxxxxx) to access the DSA-Sec Portal. For more details, please refer to MOE website at: https://go.gov.sg/nmsdsa-sec-application (opens in new tab) . Parents can log in to the website at: https://go.gov.sg/apply-dsa-sec-nms (opens in new tab), which will go live from 6 May 2026, 11am.

3. 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.

4. Students can indicate up to three choices (maximum of two choices for the same school under two different talent areas).

5. Applicants studying in mainstream primary schools will have their primary school information shared directly with DSA-Sec schools that they apply to. It is optional to indicate non-school-based activities and achievements.

6. Application Timeline

DSA application timeline for 2026 intake

Date	Events
6 May 2026	Application opens at 11am
2 Jun 2026	Application closes at 4.30pm
29 Jun – 14 Aug	In-person interview for shortlisted applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified via phone and/or email on the date and time for the interview and trial (if applicable).
Between 17 Aug and 28 Aug	All applicants will be informed of the results of their application via mail (Confirmed Offer/ Wait List / Unsuccessful)
By 23 Oct 2026	Submission of School Preference Form through DSA-Sec Portal Only one parent is required to log in to the DSA-Sec Portal using his/her Singpass to submit school preferences. If parent(s) are unable to submit online, they can approach their child’s primary school for assistance to submit the school preferences on their behalf.
Late Nov 2026	Allocation Results Release

7. You may contact the General Office at 62569108 if you have queries regarding the DSA process. Alternatively, you could contact Mr Kelvin Goh (SH/PE & CCA) at 62569108 ext 210, or email us at beatty_ss@moe.edu.sg (opens in new tab).