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2027 school year to begin on Jan 4 for MOE kindergarten, primary, secondary students

The academic year ends on Nov 19, 2027, for most MOE Kindergarten, primary and secondary school students.
The academic year ends on Nov 19, 2027, for most MOE Kindergarten, primary and secondary school students.

Returning Singaporean students can apply to join local schools from July 8

Singaporean students who are relocating back to the Republic can apply from July 8 for admission to schools in the 2027 academic year.
Singaporean students who are relocating back to the Republic can apply from July 8 for admission to schools in the 2027 academic year.

Concert Viva: S’pore students take the stage to help the visually impaired

(From left) Keyboardist Ethan Lim, guitarist Jordon Ong, vocalist Vanessa Boswell, drummer Joshua Chia, guitarist Joelle Ong and bassist Megan Wee from student band Ducking Ducks.
(From left) Keyboardist Ethan Lim, guitarist Jordon Ong, vocalist Vanessa Boswell, drummer Joshua Chia, guitarist Joelle Ong and bassist Megan Wee from student band Ducking Ducks.

ACJC come from behind to beat VJC and reclaim A Div netball title

ACJC goalkeeper Alyssa Renee Tan Rui-En rejoined her team at the start of 2026 after taking a seven-month break from it last year.
ACJC goalkeeper Alyssa Renee Tan Rui-En rejoined her team at the start of 2026 after taking a seven-month break from it last year.

Twins turn school rivalry into sibling showdown in the A Division boys’ hockey final

Players and staff from Victoria Junior College celebrate after winning the National School Games A Division Boys' Hockey Finals held at Sengkang Hockey Stadium on May 20, 2026.
Players and staff from Victoria Junior College celebrate after winning the National School Games A Division Boys' Hockey Finals held at Sengkang Hockey Stadium on May 20, 2026.

RI claim first A Division girls’ hockey title since 1999 with shoot-out win over VJC

Raffles Institution captain Danica Goh (centre) lifting the trophy after her school's victory over Victoria Junior College in the A Division hockey girls' final.
Raffles Institution captain Danica Goh (centre) lifting the trophy after her school's victory over Victoria Junior College in the A Division hockey girls' final.

ACS(I) beat RI in last race to win overall A Div girls’ swimming title for the first time

Zahra Izam anchored Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) to win the A division girls 4x50m freestyle relay final.
Zahra Izam anchored Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) to win the A division girls 4x50m freestyle relay final.

From ligament tears to tears of joy: Raffles Institution’s Leonardo Mennella wins first NSG gold

Leonardo Mennella had torn three ligaments in his left ankle in 2024, but managed to win his first gold at the 2026 NSG.
Leonardo Mennella had torn three ligaments in his left ankle in 2024, but managed to win his first gold at the 2026 NSG.

Disbelief, then joy for ACS (I)’s Alexis Teo, who wins surprise 400m A Division gold

Alexis Teo crossing the finishing line, winning the National School Games A Division 400m sprint on April 8, 2026.
Alexis Teo crossing the finishing line, winning the National School Games A Division 400m sprint on April 8, 2026.

More than just a place to eat: Schools revamp canteens as social hangouts, study corners

Students playing foosball on March 10 at Tampines Meridian Junior College, where the canteen comprises four distinct zones for different uses, including a performance space.
Students playing foosball on March 10 at Tampines Meridian Junior College, where the canteen comprises four distinct zones for different uses, including a performance space.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.