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Tanjong Katong Girls' School Secondary 2 student Isabelle Poon plans to take seven subjects in 2026.
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Take one subject less, and have more time for kendo, dance or volunteering. Students are happy to have this choice now that JC admission will require five subjects instead of six
Among the first batch of students impacted - those in Secondary 2 in 2025 - those thinking of taking seven subjects instead of eight will use the freed-up time for hobbies, rest and mental well-being, and spending quality time with family.
